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Religious demonstrators yell at students to change their ways, accusing them of being sinners. 

9/26/2021, 7:17pm

Demonstrators spew hate on campus

By Noel Miller / Editor-in-Chief

Last semester, demonstrators from Key of David Christian Center, located near Philadelphia, came to Shippensburg University holding signs with derogatory words about women, non-Christians and the LGBTQ community. Friday, the group showed up again, demonstrating on the lawn outside of Grove Hall. 

Japanese Knotweed is an invasive species found across campus. Even if a small portion of the plant's rhizome is left behind, it can regrow. 

9/21/2021, 12:00pm

What to know about Knotweed, an invasive plant on campus

By Heather Ross / Asst. Multimedia Director

 Japanese knotweed, known scientifically as Fallopia japonica, can be beautiful. It has bamboo-like stems, heart-shaped leaves and tassels of white blossoms. It is also invasive and aggressive and chokes out native wildlife — and it is on campus.  

9/14/2021, 12:00pm

Your World Today Commentary: The Newseum housed the roots of journalism

By Noel Miller / Editor-in-Chief

If you’ve been to Washington, D.C., you’ve likely also been to the Smithsonian museums. These museums showcase the colorful history of our country and our world. From science and ancient animals to the military and great works of art, the Smithsonian museums are a way society preserves American values and identity. 

Charles Patterson and Noel Miller, Slate EIC, discuss his vision for the university in Old Main last Tuesday.

9/14/2021, 12:00pm

Get to know the president

By Noel Miller / Editor-in-Chief

Shippensburg University is going through a very transitional time. The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) is in the middle of redesign, the COVID-19 pandemic has ravaged the world and the U.S. has been going through social and political upheaval over the last few years.  Despite this, the world still turns, and the SU community is faced with another change. In March 2021, Laurie Carter, then SU President, announced she would be leaving the university in the summer. Charles Patterson, then president of Mansfield University, would take her place as the interim president while the search for a new president began.

9/14/2021, 12:00pm

That's What it's All About: A Conversation about racism

By Ian Thompson

On August 27th while I waited for the SGA retreat in the lounge outside the MPR, I sat down at a table. At a table over sat another student. He was on the phone with his aunt, begging her to come pick him up. Alas, she wasn’t able to make it to Ship until 10 pm, so he told her that he’d take the bus to Harrisburg and get a train back to Philly from there. This was at 3p.m. 

9/14/2021, 12:00pm

Review: Slime Rancher brings players nostalgia with recent launch on Nintendo Switch

By Austin Trevino / Asst. Opinion Editor

Slime Rancher is an indie farming game developed by Monomi Park and released early in January 2016. Players assume the roll of Beatrix LeBeau, a rancher who moves to the planet known as the “Far Far Range.” The player is allowed to farm and explore the open world at their own pace. The game's main objective is to collect “plorts,” a farmable resource compiled from the game's main cattle: “slimes” a gelatinous creatures that come in many shapes and sizes. The player sells the plorts and gains money for better gear to further explore the world.

Junior quarterback Brycen Mussina throws for two touchdowns and running back Bill Williams runs for 2 more touchdowns in big win over Edinboro University.

9/14/2021, 12:00pm

Football Blasts Edinboro 30-9

By Isaiah Snead / Sports Editor

The Shippensburg University football team picked up its second win of the season on Saturday, defeating Edinboro 30-9 at Sox Harrison Stadium.