The study of political science teaches us that change is possible, that progress is achievable, and that justice can be won. As a 2023 Shippensburg University graduate, Vincent makes these ideals a reality. Ship’s political science program offers unique features that set it apart from other universities. One of the standout features of the program…
Shippensburg University will celebrate the accomplishments of graduate students during its spring commencement ceremony on Friday, May 5 at 7:00 p.m. at Luhrs Performing Arts Center. The ceremony will feature remarks from Debbie Urso ’00-04M, elementary Title I instructional specialist for the Chambersburg Area School District. Debbie has worked in the Title I Reading Department for 18…
Shippensburg University will celebrate the accomplishments of undergraduate students during its spring commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 6 at 11:00 a.m. at Seth Grove Stadium. The ceremony will feature remarks from Amey Sgrignoli, ’90-’14M, president/CEO of Belco Community Credit Union, an $880 million asset-sized credit union in Harrisburg Pennsylvania. Under Amey’s leadership, Belco has grown to include 15…
Join the Office of Inclusion, Belonging, and Social Equity, as the university continues to celebrate Black History Month with Maria James-Thiaw ’96 on February 22 at noon in CUB MPR A. Maria will read poetry from her most recent publication, “Count Each Breathe.” Refreshments and snacks will be served. Participants can also leave with a…
Shippensburg University will celebrate the accomplishments of graduate and doctoral students during its winter commencement ceremony on Friday, December 9 at 7:00 p.m. at the Luhrs Center. The ceremony will feature remarks from Dan Williard ’16M, a fourth-generation Hershey Company employee. Williard attended Penn State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and began…
Shippensburg University will celebrate the accomplishments of undergraduate students during its winter commencement ceremony on Saturday, December 10 at 11:00 a.m. at Heiges Field House. The ceremony will feature remarks from Chris Pruitt ’84, president and CEO of East Penn Manufacturing Co., maker of Deka Batteries. East Penn Manufacturing is the largest privately-held battery manufacturer…
Dr. Steve Haase, two former SU students, and a colleague published the paper, “Comparing the influences of masking, crowding, response conflict, and cortical scaling on simple shape identification with foveal targets”. in Cognition, Brain, Behavior: An Interdisciplinary Journal, 26(3), 137-158. The study combined a number of different visual interference paradigms and also tested a hypothesis…
Diane Jefferson, director of Multicultural Student Affairs, is a recipient of PASSHE’s inaugural Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Keepers of the Flame Award. This award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions by creating and promoting diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments that cultivate a sense of belonging. Keepers of the Flame inspire others and keep the…
On Friday, October 14, Shippensburg University honored 10 alumni at the annual Alumni Awards Ceremony during its Homecoming Celebration. The alumni were recognized in five different categories that recognized their achievements and contributions professionally and in their community. Barrie Ann George – Distinguished Alumni Award Barrie Ann (McBride) George received her bachelor’s degree in Government…