Alison Dagnes appeared on Chicago’s WGN9 on November 14 with tips for navigating politics over the holidays. “The truth is that we are more alike than different, and if we stop disliking each other because of our politics, we can find common ground,” Dagnes explained. Check out Alison’s tips.
Burgers, wings and seafood are just a small taste of the options patrons have available at University Grille in downtown Shippensburg. This Shippensburg hotspot serves up delicious meals and beautiful scenery on their landscaped patio with a discount for the Ship family. University Grille, or U Grille as locals refer to it, sits in the…
When Karen Capone ‘09M was ready to complete her doctorate, returning to her alma mater, Ship, was a “no brainer.” In October, nearly four years after deciding to return, Capone and fellow doctoral student, Tara Byers ’07M, successfully defended their dissertations. This marks the final step in the process to complete the doctorate of counselor…
As of today, November 16, 2020, Shippensburg University has had 176 reported positive COVID-19 student cases and 7 reported positive COVID-19 staff/faculty cases. The University has 96 active student cases currently and 6 active staff/faculty cases. REMINDER: Across the country we are seeing rising numbers. Pennsylvania is recording record numbers of positive cases, and while our community has been committed to abiding by prescribed mitigation initiatives,…
Senior Noah Steinfeldt is finding plenty of opportunities to learn in and out of the classroom at Ship. But he never expected some of the most important lessons would be about himself. As a social work major, with a minor in disability studies, Steinfeldt hopes to dedicate his future to helping others. But he isn’t…
Students grabbed safety helmets, goggles and sledge hammers and smashed away their stress in an outdoor Rage Room hosted by the Activities Program Board. The event, held in the C7 commuter parking lot, gave students an outlet for their end of the semester stress as they took turns smashing a car, pumpkins and plates. Check…
The School of Engineering’s (SOE) new home emerges from the adaptive reuse of the old steam plant on Prince Street at Shippensburg University. The 2018 announcement of the addition of the School of Engineering inspired the reconditioning of the steam plant for new programs. Renovations began in January 2020, and the new facility is set…
Shippensburg University celebrated a modified and socially-distanced homecoming on November 14. While events looked very different, the sense of community was still strong for all Raiders. Alumni took part in various virtual events throughout the weekend including the announcement of the Athletic Hall of Fame honorees and the Alumni Awards of Distinction. On-campus, students played…
Shippensburg University’s COVID mitigation efforts were mentioned in a recent Fox43 story. The story discussed new temperature check stations at Millersville University, devices Ship launched at the beginning of the fall semester. Read the full story.
Shippensburg University Alumni Awards are presented annually to alumni in the categories of Distinguished Alumni, Outstanding Young Alumni, Lifetime Achievement, Cultural Impact and Exceptional Service. Ten individuals were recognized in 2020; three as distinguished alumni, three as outstanding young alumni, one for cultural impact, one for lifetime achievement, and two for exceptional service to the…