Frisbee faces changes
By / Sports EditorLike any collegiate athletic program, the Shippensburg University men’s ultimate frisbee club has faced roster turnover that can change the direction of a team in a split-second.
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Baseball opens conference play in style
By / Asst. Sports EditorThe Shippensburg University baseball team opened Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) play with a series win against Kutztown University over the weekend, winning the series 3–1.
Politicians miss the mark on rebuking Omar’s statements
ByIn late February first-term Rep. Ilhan Omar made a series of remarks that many deemed anti-Semitic.
Connelly publishes 8th book, talks writing fiction
By / Editor-in-ChiefAs the youngest of 10 children, it did not take long for a young Neil Connelly to understand that if he wanted people to stay interested in what he had to say, he needed a good first line.
New Women’s Center director strives for inclusiveness, equality
ByWhite brick walls surround the office with gray, multi-colored carpet — the perfect type of material to drag your shoes on as you walk.
Kriner Hall examined to be used for computer lab space as part of School of Engineering
ByThe main dining area of Kriner Hall is being reviewed for space utilization plans because Chartwells has reported that the dining space is consistently underutilized, according to Chief External Relations Officer Kim Garris.
Baseball gets on track against UPJ
By / Sports EditorThe Shippensburg University baseball team finished a busy week on a positive note, sweeping a doubleheader Saturday against the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown after dropping doubleheaders to Shepherd University and UPJ earlier in the week.
SGA elections demonstrate lack of student involvement
ByPrior to spring break, when thousands of Shippensburg students flooded out of Shippensburg to their respective hometowns or beaches of their choosing, the Shippensburg University Student Government Association (SGA) held their annual elections for the 2019-20 Executive Rules Committee.
Professor shares brewing knowledge with former students, community
ByThe beer’s condensation pooled against the dark grain of the wooden table, creating a magnified image of the craftsmanship. The combination of the sour scent of beer against the fading maroon bricked walls brought a comforting earthy quality to the atmosphere.
PA Promise rally to push for less student loan debt
By / Managing EditorStudents are invited to attend a rally for funding of Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education colleges at the Harrisburg’s Capitol building to make their voices heard by legislators.
Men’s basketball ends season with loss to Golden Rams
ByThe Shippensburg University men’s basketball team narrowly missed out on a spot in the NCAA Division II Championship tournament after losing in the quarterfinals of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) tournament to West Chester University, 89–72, on March 13 from the Golden Rams’ home court.
Raiders down Golden Eagles in opening round
ByThe Shippensburg University men’s basketball team ground out a tough 71-70 win against Lock Haven University in the first round of the PSAC Championship tournament Monday night at Heiges Field House.
Introducing the A&E Podcast
By / Editor-in-ChiefOur Arts & Entertainment section is thrilled to introduce the A&E Podcast, a new series highlighting a variety of topics in pop culture and entertainment.
Raiders represent at nationals
ByA couple different sports at Shippensburg University are about to kick off their national tournament seasons, and a handful of Raiders are preparing to put on their best performances of the season.
SU’s brewing workshops contradictory to ‘dry campus’
ByShippensburg University held its first session of the Brew Science Speaker Series on Feb. 28 with earth science and geography professor Alison Feeney.
Act V Theatre Co. unveils student-driven one act plays
ByShippensburg University’s Act V Theatre Co. held its first One Act Festival in the Memorial Auditorium on Feb. 28, March 1 and March 2.
French Club celebrates Mardi Gras by raising money for Haiti village
By / Asst. Ship Life EditorShippensburg University’s French Club danced to Caribbean music and tasted beignets for charity at the Cora I. Grove Spiritual Center on Thursday night.
New dining manager brings initiatives to Reisner
ByTerry Nahavandi is the new resident district manager at Shippensburg University and is responsible for new dining service initiatives in Reisner Dining Hall.
Trump administration's hypocrisy will prevent success of homosexuality decriminalization
ByOn Feb. 19 the White House announced its plan to advocate for the international decriminalization of homosexuality.