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Darrell Newton named Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
Darrell Newton was selected as the university’s next Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA), starting July 1, 2024. A search committee narrowed the list from 80 candidates to 12 semi-finalists. Newton was then selected among three finalists, with the announcement coming from Shippensburg University President Charles Patterson on April 26, 10 days after finalist interviews ended.
Biden outlines differences against Trump in State of the Union Address
President Joe Biden listed his administration’s accomplishments and goals to provide a contrast between himself and former President Donald Trump in his 2024 State of the Union address. The speech on March 8 was less than 36 hours after Nikki Haley withdrew from the GOP primary, making Trump the presumptive nominee to challenge Biden’s re-election.
First GOP debate highlights lesser-known candidates
The Republican Party held its first presidential debate in Milwaukee, Wis. on Aug. 23 without the frontrunner for the nomination, but the event was still rowdy and contentious despite former President Donald Trump’s absence.
Two members expelled from Tennessee House protesting
Members of the Tennessee House of Representatives voted to expel Rep. Justin Jones and Rep. Justin Pearson on Thursday due to their involvements in a March 30 protest at the State Capitol.
Biden, House chamber spar throughout rowdy State of the Union address
President Joe Biden delivered his 2023 State of the Union address on Feb. 7, where he celebrated the political achievements of his administration as he prepares to face the challenge of passing legislation through a divided — and obstreperous — Congress.
Former President Trump Officially Launches 2024 Presidential Campaign
Former President Donald Trump took his first official steps onto the 2024 campaign trail and announced his intentions to become the 47th president of the United States in a speech given at his Mar-a-Lago resort on Nov. 15.
Decision 2024: The candidates, politicians, and names you need to know
The 2022 midterm elections mark the halfway point of President Joe Biden’s first term in office, meaning the road to the 2024 presidential election is fast approaching. Both parties have crucial decisions to make within the next two years that will decide whether they control the Oval Office on Jan. 20, 2025.
Patterson Inaugurated as 18th Shippensburg University President
Charles Patterson was inaugurated as the 18th president of Shippensburg University on Oct. 27.
Study Abroad Discussion Panel
Shippensburg University professors Jonathan Skaff and Mark Sachleben moderated a discussion with seven SU students who have participated in study abroad programs.
Hurricane Ian wreaks havoc across Florida
Hurricane Ian made landfall in Cayo Costa, Florida, on the afternoon of Sept. 28. As a Category 4 system, Ian is the third major hurricane since 2017 to make landfall in Florida. Gov. Ron DeSantis called the damage “historic.”