Alumnus Devon Heberlig, Agency Representative at the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services and a graduate of Shippensburg University’s Master of Public Administration program, is making a difference in the lives of vulnerable communities across Pennsylvania. Heberlig started Ship’s MPA program while working at the Department of Human Services. He shared that the program…
Recent graduates from Shippensburg University’s Supply Chain Management M.S. program are utilizing their degrees to make a difference within the field. Alumni Cayden Healy and Melinda Enck shared their experiences and professional journeys following their time at Shippensburg. Both Healy and Enck completed their undergraduate and graduate degrees at Ship. Healy started as an intern…
Shippensburg University is proud to announce Adam Friscia ’18-’21 M as the 2025 winter graduate commencement speaker, and Milton K. Morgan III ’76 as the speaker for the undergraduate commencement ceremony. The graduate commencement ceremony will take place on Friday, December 12, at the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center. Livestream & Campus IPTV Channel…
Alumni from Shippensburg University’s psychology department are making an impact as certified behavioral specialists. Tyler Schwarzman, Hayley Taggart, Taryn Fink, Stephanie Smith, Ashley Emph and Abby Detwiler, who completed the behavioral specialist certification program at Ship, are now practicing in schools and organizations across Pennsylvania. Schwarzman, Taggart, Smith and Fink shared where they are now…
“Shippensburg was instrumental in shaping my perspective and knowledge as a more well-rounded leader,” alumnus William Flannery shared. Last spring, William Flannery completed his master’s in Organizational Development and Leadership (ODL) at Shippensburg University. Through the program, Flannery learned how to serve as a strong leader across a variety of sectors. Now, as an assistant…
“When you apply yourself and ask questions, you get answers, and when you have the answers, you gain the knowledge — and knowledge is power. Put yourself out there, feel uncomfortable and always look for ways to improve,” said Cody Nelson. Cody Nelson ’21, turned his passion for sports into a career with the Harrisburg…
“There is a wealth of knowledge and insight given our understanding of processes that occurred throughout Earth’s history, and I think we [geologists] can help find solutions to many of the issues that affect both humans and the natural environment both today and, in the future,” said Teddy Them. Them, a Shippensburg University alumnus and…
“If I can share some words of wisdom and somehow make an impression on how drunk driving can change your life, I certainly want to do that,” said Richard Ocker. Richard Ocker, an alumnus and member of the Shippensburg University Athletics Hall of Fame and the PA South Central Hall of Fame, is on a…
“I just want to impact one person a day in a positive way, said Ryan Orr. “In the end, that’s really all that matters.” Ryan Orr recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science in exercise science and was a part of the Shippensburg University football team for three and a half years. This summer and…
“By sharing my lived experiences, I contributed to a more inclusive and empathetic learning environment, one that recognizes the value of diverse life paths and the strength that comes from resilience and determination,” said Robert Taylor. Robert Taylor, who graduated this past winter with a Bachelor of Social Work from Ship, is now making a…