Masks no longer required in select indoor locations
ByShippensburg University interim president Charles Patterson issued an email on March 1 announcing a revised masking policy.
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Stay safe and have a blast on spring break
By / Business ManagerIf a student’s spring break plans include alcohol consumption, be sure to do so responsibly. Travelers can look out for their health by remembering to drink water in between alcoholic drinks and pacing themselves to avoid alcohol poisoning or hangovers. When going out with others, travelers should watch each other’s backs and keep an eye on their surroundings, whether it is walking down the street to the next bar or getting into an Uber.
Health Sciences Club hosts blood drive
By / Asst. News EditorThe American Red Cross has reported a 10% decline in blood donations since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, which recently had its third anniversary.
Your World Today Commentary: Don’t overlook friendship this Valentine’s Day
By / Editor-in-ChiefAs the first months of the pandemic drew on, I spent an increasing amount of time on Messenger, a Facebook messaging app and Discord, a phone and laptop app that can host multiple people on one call. Even if I was just cleaning my room or putting away the dishes, I would hop on a Discord call to pass the time. Eventually, the semester drew to a close and summer dawned.
February is financial aid awareness month
ByFebruary is a great time for students to file their 2022-23 FAFSA. If students need assistance, the Shippensburg University Financial Aid Office office is available to assist them and their with completing the FAFSA.
SGA holds first spring meeting, addresses student clubs, funding, upcoming events
ByWith the effects of Valentine’s Day felt all over campus, Shippensburg University’s Student Government Association kept matters short and sweet at its their meeting on Thursday, approving multiple student-focused actions.
APSCUF applauds governor’s budget
ByA prominent state system faculty union is praising Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf’s recent budget plan for prioritizing public higher education. Association of Pennsylvania State Colleges and University Faculties (APSCUF) President Jamie Martin applauded the budget plan for its “much-needed investment” in the state system.
Your World Today Commentary: Student government thrives when students participate
By / Editor-in-ChiefNo matter if someone has been out of college for five years or 35 years, they could probably tell you the best and worst part of their college experience. And no matter if you’ve only been in college for a few months or a few years, I’m sure you have your own best and worst parts of college so far.
Celebrate love, platonic and romantic, with a “Love Line” in The Slate, Feb. 15
ByValentine’s Day is a holiday often filled with love and appreciation. Flowers delivered to the door, enormous heart shaped chocolates and endless messages of gratification. For some, however, the run up to Valentine’s Day is filled with angst and pressure to ensure they find that perfect way to say, “I love you,” to their partner.
Black History Month across campus
By / Editor-in-ChiefFebruary ushers in the celebration of Black History Month across the nation. Shippensburg University students, faculty, staff and administrators are hosting a variety of programming with opportunities to learn, celebrate and talk.
Gaining leadership skills, affecting change as an SU Student Trustee
ByShippensburg University’s Council of Trustees is looking for a new student trustee.
34th March for Humanity, first held since March 2020
By / Editor-in-ChiefFor the first time in two years, students held the annual MLK March for Humanity. On Thursday, Jan. 27 over 120 students, faculty and staff gathered outside of Old Main for the march. The march is sponsored by the African American Organization (AFRO-AM) and the office of Multicultural Students Affairs (MSA) and has not been held since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Campaigning for SGA officer elections begins
By / Asst. Copy EditorThe Student Government Association (SGA) is planning a full return to in-person officer elections this semester. The election will determine the officers for the 2022-2023 school year.
Chambersburg revokes housing NDO, impacts surrounding communities
By / Business ManagerShippensburg University has created several initiates from administrative efforts to student groups that seek to support the diverse body of students and faculty in the SU community. The annual Diversity Week and the recent implementation of the Hate Has No Home Here campaign are only a few of the ways that SU has shown its support.
Dining services offers special meal deals and limited time discounts
By / Asst. Copy EditorShippensburg University’s Dining Services is offering students a variety of limited time offers and special meal opportunities across campus this semester.
Your World Today Commentary: Broadening your skills while following your passion
By / Editor-in-ChiefWhen I started my college journey, I was one of the few who knew without a doubt what they wanted to do for a living. I had the privilege of feeling secure in my choice and was ready to dedicate the next four years to learn as much as I could about the ins and outs of journalism. This confidence helped me push through the tedious and hard courses, but it also had a downside.
Gilbert Hall lot adds commuter parking
ByEffective for the spring semester, 13 parking spaces in the FS-1 lot behind Gilbert Hall have been redesignated for student commuter parking, according to the Shippensburg University Police Department. The new commuter parking spaces are located at the west end of the parking lot and are marked with commuter parking signs.
Spring COVID-19 mask and testing guidelines updated
By / Business ManagerShippensburg University has updated COVID-19 protocols for the spring 2022 semester. Recent changes include testing for all residential students and stricter mask recommendations.
SU welcomes the Pride and Gender Equity Center
By / Editor-in-ChiefThe Pride Center and the Women’s Center combined into one new organization over winter break and are now called the Pride and Gender Equity Center (PAGE Center).
Your World Today Commentary: Knowledge is power in sex education
By / Editor-in-Chief“The Talk” — it’s the most infamous part of puberty. The dreaded sit down with a parent or teacher for some of us and for others it’s a book about the body placed in our room. Sex education is often awkward for the one teaching it and the one learning. If you for some reason can’t be the one to teach your kids about sex education and their bodies, please make sure someone does. Without the proper education the sexual health and safety of children, teenagers and young adults can be at risk.