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Lavender Graduation celebrates LGBTQ+ student success
On Dec. 9 the Pride Center held Lavender Graduation to celebrate LGBTQ+ graduates and their accomplishments. The Shippensburg University graduates were joined by friends and faculty as well as their given or chosen families in the Ceddia Union Building.
'The Nutcracker' brings bright, holiday cheer to Luhrs
The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presented ‘The Nutcracker’ on Nov. 17 in the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, marking the second show at the venue this semester.
SU’s Student Government Association holds its final meeting for the fall 2021 semester
The Student Government Association held its final meeting of the Fall semester on Nov. 18, in the Naugle Hall conference room. The public meetings throughout the semester have been held in various locations on campus.
Add a new contact; meet SU’s first family
Students and faculty have had to adapt to many different personalities in Shippensburg University’s administration over the years. This year Charles and Colleen Patterson have transitioned into the roles of interim president and first lady of Shippensburg University.
A mental health day that you can afford to take
Seasonal affective disorder is hitting hard as final deadlines and the end of the semester quickly approaches. Through general and Covid-19-related absences this semester, many students cannot afford to miss more classes before finals week. Rather than becoming consumed by essays and exams, students should find simple ways to relieve stress without having to take the whole day off.
Commentary: "Voyage" into the sweet 70s with ABBA's new album
ABBA released their first album in nearly 40 years on Friday, Nov. 5, yet "Voyager" feels as though it ignores the group’s development and is instead reliant on nostalgia.
Mavis Anderson: protect our mother
Even if you don’t know Mavis Anderson, you may recognize her by her eccentric dress and loud voice on topics of the environment and equality. As a freshman sustainability major with a focus on environmental conservation, she can be seen around campus raising environmental awareness and advocating on behalf of The Green League student organization.
Have some brain candy: delicious books that aren’t textbooks
It’s just over halfway through the semester, and I am sure we are all tired of the hours of reading textbook after textbook.
Meet Shippensburg University Alumni
Shippensburg University alumni gathered behind Seth Grove Stadium to tailgate for the Homecoming football game on Saturday, Oct. 23. Despite the overcast weather, alumni got together to celebrate their Raider pride. Alumni reconnected with student organizations, friends and enjoyed perks from the Alumni Association tent. The Slate spoke with some alumni at the SU tailgate to hear stories recounted by many generations of alumni.
Commentary: Sick of “Spooky Scary Skeletons”? Try these Halloween hits
I find myself tired of hearing “Spooky Scary Skeletons” every single mealtime in Reisner Hall. To battle the constant bone rattling in my head, here are some songs to listen to instead.