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ShipRec strives to support students
ByThis semester is bringing change to Shippensburg University’s campus due to COVID-19, but luckily the ShipRec will be bringing a sense of normalcy to students this fall.
PODCASTS
Commentary: Restorative Justice can be powerful
ByI eat a steady diet of reality crime shows, cultivated by an early interest in forensics. I recently caught the episode “The Last Dance” of the show “The Perfect Murder.” In the show’s last frame, Karen Silas tells of meeting in prison her daughter’s killer where he apologized. Silas said the expression of remorse “was so freeing.” Without giving the meeting a name, Silas had engaged in restorative justice. Restorative justice is a form of punishment where an offender accepts responsibility and takes the chance to repair the hurt the offender caused.
Commentary: Black culture should be celebrated, appreciated not appropriated
ByDebates have been surfacing on the internet over the difference between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation.
Commentary: DNC virtually engages voters
ByWithout any pomp and circumstance, the Democratic National Convention was virtually broadcast last week to a national audience. Although lacking the grandeur of a traditional assembly, the Democrats produced an innovative and engaging program.
Take five minutes commentary: Exposing the incompetent left following the Democratic National Convention
By / Staff ColumnistThe Democratic National Convention kicked off Aug. 17 and conveyed a predominant mantra of destruction and disarray directed not only at President Donald Trump’s time in office but at our country’s basic principles.
Commentary: Here lies the America of old 1776-2020
ByToday in our country we are facing many issues. Sickness being the one at the forefront of the media, and racial injustice on the back burner. Both of these things are issues that have infected the human race since the beginning of time. Why is that?
Give it a thought: New cameras aid in bringing justice
By / Staff ColumnistShippensburg University has had pressure from students in the past year to add additional security and surveillance in and around our residence halls in order to address incidents occurring in the buildings as well as to prevent future problems.
The Slate Speaks: Race, gender, sexual orientation should not impede human rights
ByThe Shippensburg Borough Council is set to vote on a non-discrimination ordinance that identifies and prohibits discrimination against people based on sexual orientation, gender identity and expression.
Mussina reflects on postponed season
ByIf this was a normal season, Shippensburg University quarterback Brycen Mussina would only be weeks away from his third season as the Raiders’ signal caller.
Review: ‘Geography’ brings listeners on a trip around the world from their home
ByThe album “Geography” by Tom Misch combines numerous musical genres into one album. The album has 13 tracks.
Commentary: Musical recommendations for ‘Hamilton’ fans seeking new musicals
ByFor anyone interested in stepping into the world of musicals, check out these four musicals to get you started.
The Slate Speaks: SU community must be responsible to remain on campus
After finishing the semester online amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, college students across the nation were left wondering if they would return to their campuses in the fall.
Commentary: Biden-Harris union is a metaphor for unity
ByAfter months of speculation, Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden named California Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate.
SGA President welcomes students
My name is Stephen Washington and I am the current Student Government President of our university.
As students return to campus, The Slate vows to continue serving community
By / Managing EditorOn behalf of The Slate staff, I would like to welcome everyone back to campus. When I left the newsroom on March 6, I planned to return to finish out the semester with our remaining five editions.
Your World Today Commentary: A senior year reminiscent of a freshman year
By / Managing EditorBy the time this column hits newsstands, I will have completed my “last first day of school” (barring any pursuit of a master’s degree.)
Carter welcomes students to campus
ByWelcome to campus, whether you are joining the community in person or remotely.
SU welcomes class of 2024
By / Asst. News EditorMembers of the Shippensburg University class of 2024 had an unconventional but warm welcome to their first year in college.
