Spring starts SGA senator elections
ByThe Student Government Association (SGA) is gearing up for spring senator elections.
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APB hosts teddy bear and tie-dye event
By / Asst. Ship Life EditorStudents gathered in Shipppensburg University’s Ceddia Union Building’s (CUB) multi-purpose room (MPR) to spend the night stuffing teddy bears to add to their stuffed animal collection and tie-dye shirts on March 20.
Review: ‘The Snyder Cut’ delivers director’s epic four-hour vision
ByWhen “Justice League” hit theaters in late 2017, it was both a critical and financial disaster. With stories of endless production troubles and expensive reshoots, many felt that it was doomed from the start. The most notable being the replacing of director Zack Snyder with Marvel “Avengers” director Joss Whedon.
SHAPE Gallery suspends operation
ByThe Shippensburg Arts Programming and Education (SHAPE) Gallery announced the suspension of all operations until further notice due to damage caused by an apartment fire above the gallery over the weekend.
Softball drops four to East favorite Rams
By / Asst. Sports EditorShippensburg University’s softball team could not get in the win column this weekend, dropping back-to-back doubleheaders against Shepherd University.
Werkheiser erupts at plate, baseball splits with Rams
ByThe Shippensburg University baseball team is beginning to mold into midseason form.
Lacrosse's woes continue, drop to 0-4
ByIt still has not come completely full circle for the Shippensburg University women’s lacrosse team.
Preview: Track and field returns to outdoor season
ByThe Shippensburg University men’s and women’s outdoor track-and-field teams were another set of sports to have its 2020 campaign succumb to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Cross-country ends season in fashion at PSAC Championships
BySimilar to last year’s championships, sophomore and All-PSAC First Time honoree, Chayce Macknair, who had already sported a first and second-place finish this year, led the way for SU, piling on his impressive stat sheet with a fifth-place finish and a time of 15:21.7.
Swimming impresses in Day 1 of second virtual meet
ByThe men’s and women’s swim teams competed in their second Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) virtual swim series Friday and Saturday, with a slew of Raiders touching the wall in impeccable time.
Coast to coast: LoBianco makes history as first player from California in baseball program
ByWith his commitment to the Raiders, LoBianco carved his name in the Shippensburg history books before even stepping foot on the diamond — he is the first member of the SU baseball program from California.
Boxing club adapts to COVID-19
ByOver the past year, restrictions have been placed on many of the clubs at Shippensburg University due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Opinion commentary — We have come too far to let up now
ByOne year after the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic changed our lives, signs of normalcy are emerging. Although it is far too soon to declare the health crisis over, recent developments are promising.
Letter to the Editor
ByEditor’s note: This letter is in response to The Slate Speaks Staff Editorial that appeared in the March 2 edition and online at theslateonline.com titled, “The Slate Speaks: Students, faculty must work together in online learning.”
R3 testing program suspended, officials implement modified protocol
By / Asst. News EditorShippensburg University officials temporarily suspended COVID-19 coronavirus testing at the Raider Rapid Results Testing Center (R3 Center).
4 ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day this year
By / Asst. Ship Life EditorSt. Patrick’s Day is March 17 and you are probably still figuring out how to ring in the holiday without breaking COVID-19 coronavirus social regulations. You might not be able to drink with friends at house parties or go to Indiana University of Pennsylvania for IUPatty’s but you can celebrate in safe ways. Here a few ways to celebrate the Irish holiday during this new normal.
Recipe of the Week: Matcha sugar cookies
By / Asst. Ship Life EditorLooking for a green recipe to create with your friends this St. Patrick’s Day? Check out this matcha sugar cookie recipe to get you in the holiday spirit.
Grammy Awards results recap
ByThe 63rd Grammy Awards held Sunday evening celebrated this past year in the music industry.