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Work-Based Learning at Ship: Building Pathways from Campus to Career

Work-Based Learning at Ship: Building Pathways from Campus to Career

The Work-Based Learning (WBL) initiative at Shippensburg University is gaining momentum—creating meaningful opportunities for students to apply classroom learning to real-world experiences before graduation. Within its first-year pilot, over 1,202 unique students participated in over 59 opportunities through networking events, career panels, site visits and mock interviews that were embedded into courses. A spotlight on…

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Brendan Cartin presents research at the Eastern Psychological Association Conference

Brendan Cartin presents research at the Eastern Psychological Association Conference

Senior psychology major Brendan Cartin presented his research at the 96th annual conference for the Eastern Psychological Association. His study explores how to increase student motivation through preparing of coursework and provides data into how goal-setting and motivation strategies help students succeed academically.  “I would like to thank Dr. Hatvany and Shippensburg University for making…

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Hayley Anderson Named Finalist for Rising Star Award

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…

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