Ship students compete in 2024 BAJA SAE competition

Last September, Shippensburg University competed in the 2024 BAJA SAE Michigan competition at Holly Oaks Offroad Park in Holly, Michigan. The competition brings together teams from around the world to design, build and race single-seat-off-road vehicles, putting Ship students’ mechanical engineering and leadership abilities to the test.  Dr. Joao P. Dias, associate professor in the…

Hayley Anderson Named Finalist for Rising Star Award

On Thursday, Sept. 26th, 2024, Hayley Anderson, the director of communications and outreach for Career and Workforce Development, was a finalist for the Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA) Young Professional Awards. Anderson was also a finalist for the Rising Award. The award recognizes individuals with five years or less experience who demonstrate great potential within…

Political speed dating brings Ship students together

During Diversity Week, Shippensburg University students from different backgrounds joined at the CUB for Political Speed Dating. Dr. Alison Dagnes, professor of political science and department chair, established the event four years ago as a way to get students of varying political affiliations to connect and understand one another. The event was inspired by speed…

Ship celebrates A Quilt to Cover Us All

Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, Shippensburg University celebrated its annual “A Quilt to Cover Us All” event. This initiative showcases the diversity and inclusivity represented on Ship’s campus and is organized by the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) in collaboration with the student coalition ACT (Ask. Communicate. Teach Tolerance). The project encourages students, faculty and…

Dr. Kara Laskowski named to State Board of Higher Education

Portions of the story were first release by the Office of Governor Josh Shapiro. Governor Josh Shapiro announced his appointments to the new State Board of Higher Education, including Dr. Kara Laskowski, professor and chair of the Communication Studies Program and vice president of the Association of Pennsylvania State College and University Faculties (APSCUF). The establishment…

Shippensburg University Honors Nine Alumni with 2024 Awards of Distinction

Every year, the Shippensburg University Alumni Association presents the Alumni Awards of Distinction to honor individuals who exemplify excellence within their professional fields, communities and the university. The awards include Distinguished Alumni, Outstanding Young Alumni, Lifetime Achievement, Cultural Impact and Exceptional Service.  For 2024, the university is proud to celebrate nine outstanding alumni for their…