SU Student Government Association announces Executive Rules Committee election results
By / Editor-in-ChiefThe student body has determined who will lead the Student Government Association for the 2020-2021 academic year.
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October murder, drug cases head to court
By / Managing EditorThree cases related to a shooting in October that resulted in the death of one man and critical injury of another during a drug deal that turned sour on High Street in Shippensburg have moved to the Cumberland County Court of Common Pleas.
Community discusses PASSHE directives
By / Managing EditorShippensburg University faculty, staff and administration members packed the Old Main Chapel for a town hall meeting on Feb. 18 to voice their opinions about “directives” sent by Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) Chancellor Daniel Greenstein.
Fire in FSC causes no damage; police investigate vandalism
By / Editor-in-ChiefA small fire failed to trigger smoke detectors in a lounge on the second floor of Franklin Science Center (FSC) at late Wednesday afternoon.
After delays, Stewart Hall project completes within projected budget
By / Editor-in-ChiefThe Shippensburg University Stewart Hall renovation project is finally finished after changes in construction needs pushed its completion back two months.
Retired teacher shows off art at SHAPE Gallery
The SHAPE Gallery hosted a mixed media art demonstration on Feb. 22.
Sorority fundraises for children’s hospital through stuffed animals
ByStudents involved in Greek life or student organizations on campus may notice fundraising events hosted each semester.
Raiders erupt at plate, sweep Queens as coach Jones gets career win No. 500
ByIn a matter of two days, the Shippensburg University baseball team may have flipped the script on its entire 2020 season.
Your World Today: Shippensburg University community must continue push for transparency on campus
By / Editor-in-ChiefThe Merriam-Webster dictionary defines “transparent” as “free from pretense or deceit; easily detected or seen through; readily understood; characterized by visibility or accessibility of information especially concerning business practices.”
Students announce write-in bids for Student Government Association Executive Rules Committee Positions
ByTwo Shippensburg University students announced write-in bids for officer positions within the Student Government Association (SGA) this past weekend.
Narcan training hosted by Shippensburg University, Recovery Advocacy Service and Empowerment Project
By / Staff PhotographerShippensburg University, in association with the RASE Project (Recovery Advocacy Service and Empowerment), hosted a free Narcan training and handout for the community Wednesday night.
The Slate Speaks: Students will be affected by chancellor’s directives
College enrollment has fallen about 20% since 2010, according to Trib Live. Whether it is because of high tuition costs or general disinterest, every year fewer students decide to seek higher education.
SU music department sets Spring concert schedule
ByThe Shippensburg University Music Department released its student ensemble lineup for the upcoming semester.
Give it a thought: Americans don’t know black history
By / Staff ColumnistBlack History month takes place in February in the United States, which is an annual celebration of achievements and accomplishments by African Americans, both past and present.
Take five minutes: The facade of a minimum wage increase
By / Staff ColumnistThe current Democratic front-runners in the 2020 presidential race, Amy Klobuchar, Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, Joe Biden, and Pete Buttigieg, each hold common ground on one particular policy: Raising the minimum wage to $15 an hour.
ShipTALKS: What is a cheap way for students to travel?
Imagine going around town in your car and running out of gas. Now imagine riding on a bus so that does not happen.
First-time teddy bear event features high attendance
BySome people might think college students are too old for teddy bears, but the Activities Program Board (APB) and participating students thought otherwise.
Women’s basketball secures first-round bye in PSAC Tournament
By / Asst. Sports EditorThe Shippensburg University women’s basketball team used a balanced scoring effort to defeat Bloomsburg University, 73-64, on Saturday afternoon at Nelson Field House. Shippensburg also clinched a first-round bye in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Tournament due to East Stroudsburg’s win over Shepherd.
Lacrosse splits in opening week of action
ByThe Shippensburg University lacrosse team kicked off its season with a bang Tuesday afternoon, defeating Georgian Court 15-6, a dominant showing by the Raiders.