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Shippensburg’s Art & Design Department adds faculty following recent retirements
Shippensburg University’s Department of Art & Design has filled key teaching positions after all four of its tenured faculty members retired at the end of last semester.
Mornings in a Mug: Omelet Edition
Happy first week of classes! Right now, you might feel motivated to wake up early for your 8 a.m. classes, but once the semester picks up, you will be much more tempted to hit the snooze button. Having an easy, filling breakfast on deck can make mornings much smoother and fuel the rest of your hectic class-filled day. This mug omelet is perfect for mornings when you do not feel like heading to the dining hall. It is fast, customizable, and made right in your dorm microwave with almost no cleanup.
‘Voices of Peace’ highlights peace efforts, encourages student action
Have you ever wondered how you can change the world? Students in the Partners in Peace class sought to answer that question by studying past Nobel Peace Prize winners.
Open Doors, Open Hearts: Inside SU’s DiscipleMakers Christian Fellowship
Primetime, DCF’s main weekly event, takes place at 7 p.m. Wednesdays and includes worship and small group discussions. While it is rooted in Christian teaching, the group emphasizes that all students are welcome regardless of their religious background.
Jose Ricardo-Osorio reflects on two decades at Shippensburg University
After 20 years of service at Shippensburg University, José Ricardo-Osorio is preparing for a new chapter. As the semester comes to a close, so does Ricardo’s time at Shippensburg. Beginning in June, he will serve as dean of the College of Public Service at the University of Houston–Downtown. Ricardo, by his own admission, is a well-known face around campus. Whether it be from attending one of his classes or his iconic salsa dancing, most of the Shippensburg community has heard his name.
AAPIO hosts Asian and Pacific Islander Extravaganza
The Asian American and Pacific Islander Organization (AAPIO) hosted its third annual Asian and Pacific Islander Extravaganza on April 10, bringing a vibrant mix of music, dance and cuisine to the Ceddia Union Building.
Celebrating leadership and advocacy with the 2025 Gero Award winners
The Gero Awards were held at Shippensburg University on March 5, alongside the annual International Women’s Day celebration.
Marlon Aristy: Connection, Community and Change
“Watch your thoughts; they become your words. Watch your words; they become your actions. Watch your actions; they become your character.” For SU junior Marlon Aristy, these truly are words to live by.
Valentine’s Day Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Need a simple sweet treat to impress your Valentine? This classic dessert is a classic for a reason. Easy, quick and delicious, these chocolate-covered strawberries will be the highlight of your Valentine’s Day celebration.
‘Woman of the Hour’ is unlike any other horror movie out there
“Woman of the Hour” takes place in the 1970s, and the main plot follows a struggling actress named Sheryl, played by Kendrick, who goes on a dating show in an attempt to gain recognition and fame.