This story first appeared in the Shippensburg University Magazine. History of the library at Shippensburg University was provided by Karen Daniel, past university archivist. Have a special memory of the library you want to share? Visit 150.ship.edu and share it with us! Albert Einstein once said, “The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is…
As first lady Colleen Patterson packed for her move to Ship she realized it was time for a few items in her closet to find a new home. “Everybody gets to a point where we have clothes we never wear. Charles even asked me ‘do you really need that many pairs of black pants.'” said…
The Shippensburg University African American Organization and the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs invites you to join the 34th Annual March for Humanity on January 27 at 3:30 p.m. This year’s march theme is “Different Voices One Struggle” and celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The march will form in…
Good afternoon faculty and staff: I am writing to share the news of my plans to retire this summer. This was not an easy decision for me, but there comes a time when one must step back, take stock of the things accomplished, and look to new and different life opportunities. I simply love what…
Dear Faculty and Staff, As we prepare to embark on a new semester, I wanted to share with you a few important updates. Dr. Tom Ormond, senior executive vice president of Academic Affairs and provost, has announced he will retire effective June 30, 2022. Tom has dedicated over 40 years of service to education, and we are…
Dear Faculty and Staff Colleagues: We are ready to welcome back our Shippensburg University students to another in-person learning experience for the spring 2022 semester on Tuesday, January 18. We are committed to providing our students with the best educational opportunities while navigating the uncertainty COVID-19 continues to create. The COVID Response Team is closely…
University Forum meetings are open to the campus community. During AY 2021-2022, Forum will be held in a hybrid format. Campus community members who would like to attend Forum are encouraged to join the meetings virtually using the webinar link below. https://ship.zoom.us/j/94815520763 University Forum members will meet in Lehman Library 205 at 3:30 PM on the following dates:…
Take the chill off and join fellow Ship alumni for hot cocoa and cookies while you stroll the streets and view the sparkling ice sculptures during Chambersburg’s IceFest on January 29 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring your family to the first floor conference room inside the Heritage Center located on the square between…
Jesse Davis graduated in 1996 from Ship’s geoenvironmental studies program. He answered a few questions about his Ship experience and a career path that led to work he enjoys so much, “I don’t even think of it as a job.” Where do you work? I run a small business called Your Conservation Connection. It is…
The Shippensburg University John L. Grove College of Business is pleased to announce the fall 2022 Dean’s List. The dean’s list is an honor roll of full-time students who have achieved academic excellence as evidenced by earning a semester Quality Point Average of 3.50 or better. The college’s list includes 271 students. A total of…