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During Alumni Weekend, the Class of 1973 was recognized for their generosity with the dedication of the new Ship letters installation in front of Stewart Hall. This unique Ship space allows prospective students, current students, and alumni to memorialize their time on campus.

As a centerpiece for taking photos, students, and visitors can share and re-share their celebratory moments with thousands of others through social media, greatly expanding the reach of the Ship brand.

The university is thankful to the Class of 1973 for their support in making this project possible. Their pride in Ship can now be shared with future generations of Raiders!

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FROM THE PRESIDENT

A celebration of what makes Ship special This summer, Ship hosted a group of international students as part of a US Department of State-funded exchange program.

A student in this group enthusiastically shared how uniquely beautiful our campus and facilities are compared to other institutions she has visited. It is easy to get caught up in the daily grind of life and sometimes take for granted what a beautiful and special place Ship is. In this issue of Shippensburg University Magazine, we share with you more of the beautiful and special things about Ship, with a renewed sense of appreciation for our dear old red and blue.

The sources of this appreciation come from all aspects of our Ship community.

You will read about John Koch ’87 who was recently honored by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame for his perseverance and character in the face of adversity. We recognize Dr. Nicole Hill for her dedication to the university in the role of interim provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. We share a semester and summer full of faculty and student accomplishments, impactful programing and the achievements

Charles E. Patterson, PhD President Patterson with Harbach and past presidents Harpster and Ceddia at the Arch dedication.

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PENNSYLVANIA STATE SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION Cynthia Shapira, Chair, Board of Governors Dan Greenstein, Chancellor PRESIDENT Charles E. Patterson VICE PRESIDENT FOR ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING Megan Luft EDITOR IN CHIEF Megan Silverstrim ’06 Director of Communications and Marketing

of the class of 2024. And we celebrate the legacy of Jeff Coy ’73, who dedicated an entire career to bettering education in Pennsylvania.

Every page of this magazine is packed with the faces and stories that make Ship such a special place. I thank you for being a part of our community and for the pride and support you continue to share with the world.

As we get ready for fall, I hope you make your way back to campus for our annual homecoming celebration and share with us your own Ship stories and accomplishments.

ASSOCIATE EDITORS Anne M. Detter Schaffner Director of Marketing, SU Foundation William Morgal ’07-’10m Sports Information Director Lori Smith ’95-’07m Director, Alumni Relations

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A Legacy Forged in Community and Education Honoring Jeff Coy ’73

28 Building Trust(ees) 30 Watkins on the Pipes 32 Fulbright Specialist 34

A Journey in Leadership

Dr. Nicole Hill returns to the role of dean of the College of Education and Human Services

Ship welcomes two new members and one student representative to the Council of Trustees

Ship alum returns to perform at the Luhrs Center

Dr. Matthew Shupp heads to Egypt in 2025

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Luhrs Performing Arts Center

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Raider Sports

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Faculty Focus

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Alumni Days

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Classnotes

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Photo Album

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Alumni Calendar

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campus Secretary of Education Dr. Khalid Mumin ’95 visits Ship

Dr. Khalid Mumin ’95, Pennsylvania’s Secretary of Education, visited campus in April to learn more about the exciting things happening at Ship. He started his day at the Grace B. Luhrs University Elementary School (GBLUES), engaging with students and teachers in a variety of classroom activities.

You are the future of education, have fun with it.

Don’t ever fall out of love with teaching.

—Dr. Khalid Mumin ’95

He toured the Milton and Doreen Morgan School of Engineering and saw first-hand the projects students have created with faculty support and the state-of-the-art labs provided to them. He met with the associate vice president for Career and Workforce Development, Lorelee Isbell, to learn more about the innovative ways in which Ship is supporting workforce development in the region.

Mumin ended his day in Stewart Hall with student teachers and fifth grade students from

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GBLUES. During this session, Mumin reminded educators to “accept students at their very best and some of their low points.” He explained how teachers play a vital role in shaping society and encouraged Ship’s aspiring educators to build meaningful connections with their classrooms.

“You are the future of education, have fun with it. Don’t ever fall out of love with teaching,” said Mumin.

Shippensburg University’s president, Dr. Charles E. Patterson, was named the newest member of the Board of Directors of the Team Pennsylvania Foundation (Team PA).

As a nonpartisan public-private partnership, Team PA’s Board of Directors is co-chaired by the sitting governor and a private sector leader. Representatives from the public sector include leaders from all four caucuses of the

Pennsylvania legislature and the secretaries from four agencies: the Pennsylvania Departments of Agriculture, Community and Economic Development, Education, and Labor and Industry. Representatives from the private sector include leaders of business and industry, academia, organized labor, and nonprofit organizations.

Governor Shapiro Leads Major Higher Education Reform with Ceremonial Bill Signing This July, PA Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Department of Education Secretary Dr. Khalid Mumin were joined by higher education leaders and students at Ship for a ceremonial bill signing of the higher education reforms that Governor Shapiro signed into law as part of the 2024-25 budget.

“Every Pennsylvanian deserves the freedom to chart their own course and the opportunity to succeed—and that’s exactly what this budget delivers,” said Shapiro.

“My administration has made higher education a priority again, and this budget represents the first significant progress on higher education in 30 years. It delivers real opportunity for our students and ensures that higher education will serve as an economic driver in this Commonwealth for generations to come.”

“Since taking office, Governor Shapiro has been clear that he expects the Department of Education to take the bold steps needed to reimagine education in the Commonwealth—from pre-K to

Dr. Mumin, Julie Kane ‘04m, President Patterson, Governor Shapiro, Laci Hoover, and Dr. August pose with the newly signed legislation.

postsecondary,” said Mumin. “We are building a stronger higher education system that will be better coordinated to meet Pennsylvania’s long-term needs.”

The Governor was joined for a ceremonial bill signing by Cindy Shapira, chair of the PASSHE Board of Governors, Dr. Charles E. Patterson, Bill August, Shippensburg Area School District superintendent, and education major Laci Hoover ’26.

“We are grateful for the work of Governor Shapiro and the Generally Assembly in passing a budget that supports

Ali Sina Sharifi named to PASSHE Board of Governors Appointed by Governor Josh Shapiro, Ali Sina Sharifi joined the 20-member board that establishes broad educational, fiscal and personnel policies, and oversees the efficient management of the State System. Sharifi is a member of the Wood Honors College and a political science major.

At the age of 17, he spent several months in refugee camps in Qatar and New Jersey before eventually arriving in Pennsylvania.

Just two days after coming to Pennsylvania he enrolled at Shippensburg University and became an active part of the campus community, openly sharing his story with faculty, staff, and students.

His experience in his home country and at his new home at Shippensburg University is his inspiration for joining the Board of Governors.

“I will do my best to serve the students and staff of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. I watched the educational system in Afghanistan collapse and destroy the dreams of my whole generation and I know this will have a serious impact on the future of that country.

I now live in Pennsylvania, and this is why I will take my duties on the Board of Governors very seriously,” said Sharifi.

and advances the mission of higher education in Pennsylvania,” said Patterson.

“I am thrilled to hear that Governor Shapiro is making it easier for pre-service teachers like me to take advantage of Pennsylvania’s higher education system,” said Hoover. “This money is vital to making these careers a possibility for people like me. It ensures our classrooms are staffed by trained, dedicated, and talented educators for years to come.” news.ship.edu

I will do my best to serve the students and staff of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education… I will take my duties on the Board of Governors very seriously.

—Ali Sina Sharifi ’26

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Congratulations class of 2024—you did it!

On Friday, May 10, Ship celebrated 230 graduate and doctoral students during a commencement ceremony at the Luhrs Center. Marcus Charles Fuller ’15m (below, top) offered words of inspiration for the graduates.

On Saturday, May 11, Seth Grove Stadium was filled with excited family and friends as the university honored 718 students during the undergraduate commencement ceremony. James Saxton ’79 (below, bottom) served as the commencement speaker.

For a full gallery of photos of the graduate and undergraduate ceremonies, visit: photos.ship.edu

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STATE SYSTEM NEWS

Ship joins PASSHE to extend FAFSA Outreach with Summer Initiative Amid a months-long push by all 10 universities to support Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completions, four universities in Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) are launching a regional summer initiative to help students throughout the commonwealth submit the online form.

The PASSHE Foundation received a $357,602 award administered by Educational Credit Management Corporation, with funding from the US Department of Education, to support FAFSA outreach this summer. The information students provide on the FAFSA is used to determine eligibility for a federal Pell Grant, PA State Grant, scholarships, institutional awards, workstudy employment programs, federal student loans, and other financial aid packages.

“It’s not too late. Students still have time to complete the FAFSA, receive financial aid and enroll at a PASSHE university for the fall semester,” said

PASSHE Chancellor Dan Greenstein.

“PASSHE is proud to offer the lowest cost four-year college education in Pennsylvania, and we want every student to know you can still apply for financial aid and go to college. Our universities are here to help you submit the FAFSA and start or continue college.”

The four PASSHE universities represent regions throughout Pennsylvania: Commonwealth (north central), Millersville (east), Shippensburg (south central), and Slippery Rock (west).

Each university will customize a FAFSA outreach strategy to the unique needs of their region, offering new and returning

students and families reminders to complete the FAFSA, support information, and assistance with submitting the form online with the US Department of Education.

Students may receive e-mails, postcards, phone calls, or texts with reminders and resources, as well as invitations to community FAFSA events, webinars, and other information. The universities will raise awareness through numerous marketing efforts, including social media.

The FAFSA completion rate is down nearly 12 percent in Pennsylvania for the high school class of 2024 compared to last year, according to the National College Attainment Network. Pennsylvania’s rate decline is similar to the national decrease, as of June 14.

The US Department of Education launched a new FAFSA on December 31, 2023, three months later than normal and several issues, delays, and errors created a rocky start and submission rates declined nationwide.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Franklin Update

The Board of Governors for Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) voted unanimously to freeze tuition at System universities, including Shippensburg, for a seventh consecutive year. Read more at news.ship.edu.

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Progress continues on the Franklin Science Center renovation project. This spring and summer, facilities’ crews worked to relocate faculty offices and classrooms to new temporary locations Proposed classroom space. on campus.

Shippensburg University Facilities Management, along with Pennsylvania’s Department of General Services, held a pre-bid conference meeting on July 9. The conference provided an opportunity for potential contractors to discuss bid requirements, technical requirements, and tour the building. Bid opening was scheduled for August 2, 2024, with a proposal period lasting for 60 days before a contract is awarded. Phase I construction is scheduled to begin in October 2024 and Phase II is expected to begin in January 2026. Project completion is anticipated in November 2026.

Minds@Work 2024 On April 23, 2024, Ship hosted its annual Minds@Work Conference in the CUB. This event provides a platform for undergraduate and graduate students to showcase their research and creative work across a wide variety of topics, made possible through the mentorship of faculty.

This event prepares Ship students for the demand of graduate pursuits, as well as some of the challenges they may experience in their chosen profession.

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—Charles E. Patterson, PhD

Instrumental Fashions: Attire and Song

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The campus community gathered for a Solar Eclipse Party on April 8 in the CUB amphitheater.

Students, faculty, and staff danced to a celestialthemed play list, played yard games, and enjoyed sweet treats as they waited for the big moment!

The SU Fashion Archives and Museum debuted a new exhibit titled Instrumental Fashions: Attire and Song. It explores the long-standing relationship between the latest fashions and current hit songs about clothing.

The exhibit runs through November 14, 2024.

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President’s Leadership Academy The 2023-24 cohort of the President’s Leadership Academy dedicated the academic year to interacting with campus leaders, connecting with community partners, and investigating innovative strategies to advance the university’s mission.

Congratulations to Matthew Allen, Crissy Diehl, Dr. Robert Stephens, Joshua Frankenfield, Melissa Hazzard, Katherine Perkowski, Dr. Brigette Allen, Todd Feasley, Dr. Elizabeth Aragunde, Dr. Alison Mellott, Dr. Dhiman Chattopadhyay, Dr. Melissa McNelis, and Dr. Mohammad Rahman.

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MARIA-LUIZA TAKAHASHI ’25

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Hometown: Brazil Major: Political Science and International Studies Year: Senior International student MariaLuiza Takahashi is spending the summer interning to enhance an already broad interest in global politics and cultures. Takahashi hopes this internship experience will lead to work with nongovernmental agencies after graduation, and would eventually like to return to school to further study international affairs.

Dogs on the Quad Staff and faculty brought their furry friends to work several times throughout the spring semester for Dogs on the Quad.

Students were invited to take a break and hang out with Sage the St. Bernard, Pug brothers Winston and Marshall, Micah the Australian Shepherd, and more!

Ship Family Day Save the date! Sail together with us this fall during our Ship Family Day on Saturday, September 21, 2024.

Enjoy games, activities, and crafts for the whole family.

Alumni parents, grandparents, and aunts/uncles of currently enrolled students are invited to attend the Legacy Pinning Ceremony (see page 45 for more information).

Full schedule and registration to be announced soon!

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international politics and global conflict, and gaining insights into military leadership and relations with civilians.

How did you connect with this internship?

I learned about this internship through my fellow political science classmate, Ali Sina Sharifi. He connected me with the internship program director at the War College.

How has your time at Ship prepared you for this opportunity? The core international studies and political science courses have provided me with foundational knowledge of international politics, global political relations, and independent research, all of which have contributed to my success at the Strategic Studies Institute. I also work for the Global Education Office on campus, serve as the Class of 2025 senator for the Student Government Association, am president of the Global Cultures and Service Organization, formerly the International Studies Club, and serve as an academic ambassador for the International Studies Program. These experiences have also been influential.

What kind of experience are you gaining with this internship? As a research intern, I am working to contribute to the Study of Internal Conflict Project, which assesses why governments fail or succeed in quashing insurgencies. I conduct research on a specific conflict and produce a report on my findings.

I’m honing my skills as an independent researcher, deepening my knowledge of

What inspired you to enter this field of study? I have always been intrigued by the world’s cultures, politics, and people and how this shapes international relations. However, my global upbringing, having lived in Sweden, France, Brazil, and now the United States, only deepened my interest in international politics and affairs. Naturally, I gravitated towards this area for my undergraduate career.

Where are you interning this summer?

For the summer of 2024, I am working as a research intern for the Strategic Studies Institute at the United States Army War College in Carlisle.

Funky research featured by American Chemical Society Faculty and students in the Chemistry Department are investigating ways to reliably minimize alcohol, tailor taste profiles, and speed up the fermentation process of the popular funky brew known as kombucha.

This research was featured by the American Chemical Society (ACS) at their spring meeting. The ACS is one of the world’s largest scientific organizations with more than 200,000 individuals spanning a global community across 140 countries.

The research team, led by Dr. Jeb Keggereis, associate professor of chemistry and Dr. John Richardson, professor of chemistry helps home and commercial brewers create a kombucha that hits the flavor notes and characteristics they want to deliver. This summer the research was

published in Fermination, an international, open access journal.

AROUND CAMPUS

Children’s Fair

Ship hosted its annual Children’s Fair in April with a wild west theme. This event welcomes Shippensburg area children to campus for an afternoon of games, crafts, and music, made possible by staff, students, and faculty volunteers.

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CONSTRUCTION DISCOVERY CAMP In June, the Office of Workforce Development hosted its first Construction Youth Discovery Camp.

This one-week residential camp offered high school juniors and seniors the chance to explore a career in the field of construction. Campers learned about a variety of fields including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing work.

They made several site visits to local construction companies, participated in a virtual reality experience, and learned about construction site safety. This initiative was made possible from the US Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration for Ship’s South-Central Career Development and Readiness Initiative, and with support from US Senator Bob Casey.

The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life hosted their annual Greek Week celebration in April. The week featured a variety of competitive events including the famous Lip Sync Challenge. This year’s theme was “through the decades” and group performances hit all of the classics from the 50s through today!

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H. RIC LUHRS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Great Music, Comedy, Family Shows, and More!

We are thrilled to announce a stellar line-up of shows for the 2024-25 season at the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center—with more announcements to come! As always, visit LuhrsCenter.com for the most up to date listing of show titles.

See for yourself why Luhrs Center gets 5-star reviews!

38 Special, September 27

September kicks off with the Pennsylvania Gospel Music Festival, which recently relocated from American Music Theatre in Lancaster to the Luhrs Center. It’s a three-day event featuring four sessions of established gospel artists from Mark Lowry to the Booth Brothers, August 30–September 1. This is the same weekend as Shippensburg’s popular Corn Festival, so plan accordingly!

Fifteen-time GRAMMY Award winner Ricky Skaggs comes to Luhrs Center along with his band, Kentucky Thunder on September 7. On September 21 families can enjoy a matinee performance of Dog Man: The Musical®, a new production

based on the worldwide bestselling series by author Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants and Cat Kid Comic Club. Enjoy back-to-back first-class acts with The Beach Boys September 26 and 38 Special September 27.

Grand Ole Opry members The Issacs appear for the first time on the Luhrs Center stage October 4. On October 5 we are sure to be overrun with Swifties with the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift, Let’s Sing Taylor: A Live Band Experience that invites fans to sing their hearts out in Taylor-inspired attire. One of the most accomplished bands in American roots music, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

returns to Shippensburg on October 12, and on October 18 a spectacular evening with Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock and Roll offers the audience a wild ride through the glory days of rock and roll.

We start off November with popular and crowd-pleasing performances by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine with their gorgeous production of The Nutcracker on November 2, while the men of Celtic Thunder: Odyssey charm us with the rhythmic pulse of Irish music and their unique vocal sound on November 3.

November 7 So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience will thrill fans with a one-ofa-kind production that weaves storytelling

Celtic Thunder: Odyssey, November 3

The Beach Boys, September 26

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Let’s Sing Taylor, October 5

with 20 of Neil Diamond’s greatest hits including “I’m a Believer” and “Sweet Caroline.”

Get ready for some great comedy November 22 with Nurse Blake: Shock Advised Tour, a wild night out for nurses (advised for adults Nurse Blake: Shock Advised Tour, only), then American November 22 Comedy Award “Best Female Comedian” Kathleen Madigan will entertain the masses on December 6. Our holiday line-up has a wonderful selection of events the whole family will enjoy with

So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience, November 7

A Magical Cirque Christmas on December 7, Mannheim Steamroller Christmas December 8, Tommy Dorsey Orchestra: Sentimental for the Season on December 14, and on December 21—in their first appearance at Luhrs Center—all the way from Cambridge, England, the famous men’s acapella ensemble, The King’s Singers: Christmas Time is Here.

Visit LuhrsCenter.com to see the current event line-up through May 2025.

Luhrs Center consistently receives 5-star reviews on Google and Yelp, not just because of our beautiful facility and great acoustics, but also because of the friendliness of our staff. Over a hundred people from surrounding communities (Shippensburg, Greencastle, Fayetteville, Chambersburg, Newville, Carlisle, Mechanicsburg, and Gettysburg) volunteer as ushers over the course of the season— these wonderful people make what we do possible! The next time you are at Luhrs Center, consider thanking a volunteer!

Kathleen Madigan, December 6

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The King’s Singers: Christmas Time is Here, December 21

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RAIDER SPORTS

A Hollywood story of perseverance Jonathan Koch ’87 awarded 2024 Medal of Courage by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame A Shippensburg University wrestling singlet was put proudly on display this past June at the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

This singlet is on display to honor someone who embodies the strength, will, and courage that make wrestlers unique.

Jonathan Koch ’87, spent just one semester on the Shippensburg University wrestling team in the winter of 1984. After graduating from Ship, he embarked on a successful career as a television producer before experiencing a sudden illness that cost him his left hand and right leg.

Having to fight for his life, Koch has not only survived, but thrived. This past June, he was honored for his strong will and perseverance by being awarded the 2024 Medal of Courage by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. The Medal of Courage is presented each year to a wrestler, or former wrestler, who has overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges and whose story provides an inspiration to others.

“All I could do was try to hold myself together,” Koch said of the induction ceremony. “That was very emotional for me to have that kind of a crowd appreciate me in that way, and I was very grateful for it. I wasn’t good at wrestling, but I am extremely grateful. It really means the world to me because wrestling has been the backbone of everything that I’ve ever accomplished in my life, whether it be my career or when I got hurt—being able to fight that off was wrestling 100-percent.”

Koch, a former wrestler at State College Area High School, found his way to Shippensburg in the fall of 1984 after he traveled to watch the State College Area girl’s soccer team in the state finals at Ship.

“We drove up there to watch them and support them and I loved the campus. That was it for me. I was planning on going to Penn State, because I am a huge Penn State fan and grew up around it, but I thought it would be good to get away from home.”

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In the wrestling room, Koch described himself as a “workout dummy,” and his time on the mat was cut short when two of his teammates collided with his leg while he was planted on the mat, injuring his knee.

“That was that,” Koch said of his wrestling career.

He recalled vividly limping back to his dorm room at Mowrey Hall following that final practice.

“It was disappointing because I had been wrestling since I was five years old,” Koch stated. “As I was walking across the frozen parking lot from Heiges Field House in shorts and wrestling shoes I started with my head down, but by the time I was back to Mowrey I thought to myself, ‘this might be the best thing that has ever happened to me. Now it’s time for me to move on and work on my future.’”

During his time at Ship, Koch met his best friend, David Fox. Fox is the former proprietor of CJ’s American Pub & Grill in Shippensburg. “[David and I] lived on the fifth floor of Mowrey, down the hall from each other, but we were instantly great friends. We got a farmhouse on Molly Pitcher Highway where we lived together from our second semester until we graduated.”

He continued, “I had a great time at Ship. I never was the greatest student in the world, but I felt like I was ready to go out into the workforce when I graduated from high school. But it was expected that you went to college, and I am really happy that I did.”

Following graduation, Koch headed west to try his luck in Hollywood. He worked as a talent agent for Full House actress Candace Cameron Bure, who famously donned a Ship sweatshirt during an episode.

A post-graduate visit to Shippensburg is where he first met his future wife, Ship graduate and former Slate editor Jennifer Koch (née Gunkel).

He later became a successful television producer, co-founding the production company Asylum Entertainment, which produced the Emmy-award winning miniseries The Kennedys and was eventually sold to a major Hollywood studio in 2014.

In 2015, Koch fell suddenly ill and his body went into septic shock, forcing him

…wrestling has been the backbone of everything that I’ve ever accomplished in my life, whether it be my career or when I got hurt— being able to fight that off was wrestling 100-percent.

—Jonathan Koch ’87

to be placed into a coma. He miraculously survived, but the loss of blood flow from the illness wreaked havoc on his limbs.

“I was the healthiest person that I knew,” Koch said. “I didn’t drink, I didn’t do drugs, I ate healthy. I worked out every day. Other than my time wrestling, I was in the best shape of my life. [The illness] just came out of nowhere.”

He tackled his recovery and the long, tough rehabilitation process head-on, drawing from the lessons he learned in the wrestling room both at State College Area High School and at Ship. His strong will and fight in the face of difficult odds is what garnered attention from the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.

He struggled at first with being a part of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame despite being a not-so-great wrestler. He turned it into a reunion of sorts, inviting his high school wrestling coach and many of his high school teammates to the ceremony.

“I don’t really love being the center of attention. It isn’t something that I crave.

There was a certain amount of trepidation I had about going there and being involved at that level,” Koch stated.

At the Saturday, June 1 morning tribute breakfast, several friends spoke on behalf of each of the 2024 inductees.

Later that night, his own induction speech inspired two separate standing ovations.

“I was incredibly grateful to have had that experience. My purpose in life is to make life better for the people that I love and care about,” Koch said. “Being around the [wrestling] community is incredibly special. It’s all really competitive, but if one person had a problem the entire community would show up and stand behind them. I love that.”

The Shippensburg singlet sits beside Koch’s old State College Area letterman jacket in his display at the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.

“I really loved my time at Shippensburg and wanted to make sure that the university had its proper place in my Hall of Fame case,” Koch said. “I was proud to represent Ship while I was there.”

Still thriving, Koch got into motivational speaking following his recovery and is still producing television, although he is less hands-on.

He has a production deal with Mandalay Entertainment and is still working with his old business partner from Asylum. He is currently producing a documentary and recently produced a Christmas special for CBS. He does 1,500-to-2,000 jump rope repetitions per day and plays pickleball three times a week. He also played tennis, one of his loves besides wrestling, to prove to himself that he was back.

In other words, he’s too busy to waste any time thinking about what he can’t do.

“Surviving isn’t enough. I think if you go through something like this and the best thing that happened is you survived—that is a sad way to go about it,” Koch said. “My story means something to people and it helps people, and it gives me great purpose.

All I’ve ever really wanted was to be a good part of people’s lives in whatever way that I could. This is certainly a strange way to go about it, but it happened, and I am grateful for it.”

Andrew Miller, sports information assistant

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SPORT SHORTS

MEN’S INDOOR TRACK & FIELD // Shippensburg won its thirteenth consecutive

PSAC Indoor Track & Field Championship, totaling 182 points and scoring in all seventeen events in competition at Lehigh University’s Rauch Fieldhouse.

The Raiders compiled 30 individual scoring performances, including 15 AllPSAC (Top 3) performances and five event champions. SU has now won 16 of the 22 PSAC Men’s Indoor Track & Field Championships in history.

Junior Mason Boyd was named the 2024 PSAC Men’s Indoor Track & Field Championships Most Valuable Field Athlete for winning the heptathlon and breaking his own all-time Mason Boyd conference record in the process.

Senior Mo Whittle was named the 2024 PSAC Men’s Indoor Track & Field Championships Overall MVP for finishing second in the long jump, fourth in the triple jump, and eighth in the 60-meter dash.

In addition to Boyd’s heptathlon victory, senior Drew Dailey won the 800 meters with a resounding victory; freshman Tommy Crum Jr. won the 3K, sophomore Garrett Mo Whittle Quinan won the 5K, and Josh Herbster won the weight throw.

Boyd, Dailey, and freshman Lavar Jackson qualified for the NCAA Division II National Championships held at Pittsburg (Ks.) State.

Both Boyd and Dailey earned All-America Second Team honors: Boyd, the 2024

WOMEN’S INDOOR TRACK & FIELD // Shippensburg finished second at the 2024 PSAC Indoor Track & Field Championships, totaling 106 points in competition at Lehigh University’s Rauch Fieldhouse. The Raiders had 19 individual scoring performances, including eight All-PSAC (Top 3) efforts, and three event championships. Head Coach Dave Osanitsch’s team totaled 11 USTFCCCA AllAtlantic Region classifications.

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Senior Leah Graybill claimed her first 200-meter PSAC title; senior Sara McKean defended her long jump title; and junior Sasha Lee won her second career triple jump title.

Graybill competed in the 200 meters at the 2024 NCAA Division II National Championships and finished in 17th place to conclude a historic indoor career that included three appearances at nationals, All-America First Team honors as a junior, and the school record in the event.

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USTFCCCA Atlantic Region Men’s Field Athlete of the Year, finished 10th in the heptathlon and reset his all-time PSAC record to 5,219 points. Dailey finished 10th in the 800 meters, running 1:51.75. Jackson, the 2024 PSAC Men’s Indoor Track & Field Freshman of the Year, finished 14th in the 200 meters with a time of 21.74 seconds. He began his collegiate career by setting the school record and the Atlantic Region’s fastest time of the season in the 200 meters: 21.19* (21.57) seconds at Bucknell.

Herbster was named to the 2023-24 PSAC Winter Top 10 squad for his combined efforts academically and athletically. His top weight throw of the season—63 feet, 8 1/4 inches—was the best mark in the Atlantic Region and set a new school record. He also placed eighth in the shot put at the PSAC Championships.

Dave Osanitsch was named the 2024 USTFCCCA Atlantic Region Men’s Indoor Coach of the Year, and Steve Spence was named the 2024 TFCCCA Atlantic Region Men’s Indoor Assistant Coach of the Year. It is the ninth Men’s Regional Indoor Coach of the Year award for Osanitsch and his fourth in-a-row.

Spence, the assistant coach for mid-distance/ distance, earned his sixth Men’s Region Indoor Assistant of the Year award and his third in-arow. Shippensburg was also the recipient of the 2024 PSAC Men’s Indoor Track & Field Coaching Staff of the Year award, another repeat honor. Osanitsch’s Raiders combined for nine USTFCCCA All-Atlantic Region classifications. *Time with flat-track conversion.

RAIDERS IN THE NEWS Shippensburg University Assistant Director of Sports Medicine Tanya Miller ’97 received the 2024 Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers’ Society (PATS) Distinguished Merit Award at the organization’s annual symposium held in early June. Miller, entering her 12th year as an assistant director in 2024-25, boasts more than 25 years of athletic training experience including 12 years as a licensed athletic trainer at Elizabethtown College.

An ardent supporter of the sports medicine profession, Miller serves as the PATS Chair of the Governmental Affairs Committee. For more than a decade, she has worked passionately to introduce and lobby at the state government level for legislation pertaining to athletic training. Miller was previously recognized with a PATS Service Award in 2014 for “outstanding contributions to PATS and the Commonwealth’s athletic trainers.”

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL // Shippensburg posted a 6-22 overall record and a 5-17 mark inside the PSAC Eastern Division. Graduate guard Treasure George was named to the All-PSAC East Second Team after averaging a team-high 14.5 points per game. George became the 26th player in program history to reach the 1,000-point milestone and concluded her career with a career-high 35 points in the season finale, a dominant 93-51 win over Shepherd. A strong freshman trio—Alexis Buie, Bella Chimienti, and Mia Johnson—provided promise for the future by combining to average 19.4 points and 8.9 rebounds per game.

WOMEN’S SWIMMING // Shippensburg posted a sixth-place team finish at the 2024 PSAC Championships, improving two places in the team standings and enhancing its team score by 105 points in comparison to last season.

Senior Alyssa Tomb was the top individual scorer for the Raiders at the conference championships by virtue of an All-PSAC third-place finish in the 400-yard IM, a fifth-place finish in the 200-yard breaststroke, an eighth-place finish in the 200-yard IM, and a 20th-place finish in the 100-yard breaststroke. Freshman Jazz Barry contributed 76 points toward the team score, while senior Marissa Bittner tallied 60 points.

Bittner set the school record in the 100-yard backstroke at the PSAC Championships, swimming 57.60 seconds in prelims to break the old mark of 57.72 seconds. She placed seventh in the evening finals, swimming 58.06 seconds.

(From left) Treasure George, Alexis Buie, Bella Chimienti, and Mia Johnson.

(From left) Michael Salvatori and Mason Koeth.

MEN’S BASKETBALL // Shippensburg posted an 8-20 record and a 4-18 mark in the PSAC Eastern Division. Redshirt-freshman guard Markus Frank (above) was named PSAC Eastern Division Freshman of the Year, after averaging a team-high 17.7 points per game. His 495 points represented a new SU freshman record. A 40-point outburst in the Dec. 1 conference opener vs. IUP marked the first 40-point game by a Raider in 28 years, and the first 40-point game by a Raider in regulation since 1986.

The Raiders tied the program’s all-time single-game scoring record, with 116 points in a blowout win over Cheyney. Later in the season a full-court buzzer beater from sophomore Donovan Hill against West Chester earned the No. 2 spot on that night’s edition of ESPN SportsCenter’s Top 10 Plays. Junior forward Kyle Whippen produced seven double-doubles and finished tied for third in the PSAC in blocks per game (1.1).

(From left) Markus Frank, Donovan Hill, and Kyle Whippen.

MEN’S SWIMMING // Shippensburg posted a sixth-place team finish at the 2024 PSAC Championships, equaling its standings place from last season, while scoring 185 points.

Senior Michael Salvatori was the top individual point-getter for the Raiders at the conference championships by virtue of three individual place-winning finishes, placing eighth in the 200-yard backstroke, 11th in the 400-yard IM, and 14th in the 200-yard butterfly.

Freshman Mason Koeth set the school record in the 200-yard freestyle at the PSAC Championships, first as the leadoff of the 800yard freestyle relay, and then twice more in the event competition the next day. His third and final personal best resulted in a time of 1:40.25, breaking a 33-year-old record held by Rich Adams (1:40.73). Koeth finished fifth in the finals of the event and 15th in the 100-yard butterfly.

Following the season, Koeth was recognized as the National Army ROTC Cadet of the Week, earning recognition for his accomplishments in military science, academics, and athletics.

Barry qualified for the 2024 NCAA Division II National Championships; she finished 25th in the 100-yard breaststroke (1:04.73) and 41st in the 50-yard freestyle (23.95). She reached nationals by virtue of highly-ranked NCAA ‘B’ cut swims achieved during the season— her 100-yard breaststroke collegiate best of 1:03.63 at the PSAC Championships resulted in an All-PSAC third-place finish and ranks third in school history. Her 50-yard freestyle lifetime best of 23.78 seconds at Gettysburg is tied for second in school history.

(From left) Alyssa Tomb, Jazz Barry, and Marissa Bittner.

WRESTLING // Shippensburg posted a 1-16 record in dual meets and an 0-6 record in PSAC duals. Redshirt-junior Andrew Wert (right) battled to a sixth-place finish at 141 pounds at the NCAA Division II Super Region 1 Championships, while sophomore Kyler Everly, sophomore Owen Koch, and freshman Diesel Koser all recorded postseason wins. Koch led the Raiders in wins (16), while sophomore Trey Shoemaker paced the team in falls (10) for the second consecutive season. Everly, Koser, Shoemaker, and freshman Mason Wolfensberger were named 2024 NWCA Division II Scholar All-Americans.

(Top row, from left) Andrew Wert, Kyler Everly, and Owen Koch. (Bottom row) Diesel Koser, Trey Shoemaker, and Mason Wolfensberger.

RAIDERS IN THE NEWS Neely Spence Gracey ’12 was one of eight individuals named in late February to the Class of 2024 for the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) NCAA Division II Athlete Hall of Fame. Spence Gracey, inducted last November into the Shippensburg University Athletic Hall of Fame, is the most accomplished distance runner in the history of the PSAC and one of the most decorated student-athletes in Shippensburg University history.

Spanning four seasons of cross country and three seasons of indoor track & field and outdoor track & field, Spence Gracey won eight NCAA Division II National Championships and finished as an 11-time NCAA All-American.

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SPORT SHORTS WOMEN’S OUTDOOR TRACK & FIELD //

MEN’S OUTDOOR TRACK & FIELD // Shippensburg won its fifteenth

consecutive PSAC Outdoor Track & Field Championship, totaling an incredible 246.83 points and scoring in all 21 events in competition at Seth Grove Stadium. It is the program’s 31st league title.

Sophomore Garrett Quinan (right) was named the Most Valuable Athlete of the 2024 PSAC Outdoor Championships after winning the 5K and the 10K. Junior Ian Sherlock was named the Outstanding Track Athlete of the 2024 PSAC Outdoor Championships after winning the 1,500 meters and the 3,000-meter steeplechase.

Seven athletes combined for nine PSAC event championships. In addition to doublewinners Quinan and Sherlock, senior Drew Dailey won the 800, junior Robbie Hrabosky II won the 400-meter hurdles, senior Mo Whittle won the triple jump, senior Josh Herbster broke the all-time conference record in winning the hammer throw (219 feet, 7 inches), and junior Mason Boyd won the decathlon.

Herbster, the 2024 USTFCCA Atlantic Region Men’s Outdoor Field Athlete of the Year and the PSAC Men’s Outdoor Field Athlete of the Year, and Dailey, the 2024 PSAC Men’s Outdoor Track Athlete of the Year, each earned All-America First Team honors at the 2024 NCAA Division II National Championships. Herbster finished third in the hammer on a top throw of 211 feet, 10 inches—making him a two-time All-America First Team performer. Dailey BASEBALL // Shippensburg posted a 27-21 overall record and a 19-13 record against PSAC Eastern Division opponents, marking its most conference victories in seven years.

The Raiders earned the No. 4 Eastern Division seed in the PSAC Tournament and recorded their first postseason victory in six years by knocking off defending conference champion and Western Division No. 1 seed Seton Hill in the opening round. The season also included a four-game series sweep of West Chester—SU’s first over the Golden Rams in 24 years.

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finished fifth in the 800 meters, running 1:50.40—his highest place ever in a national championship appearance.

Dave Osanitsch was named the 2024 USTFCCCA Atlantic Region Men’s Outdoor Coach of the Year for the fifth consecutive season. Osanitsch’s Raiders totaled 14 USTFCCCA All-Region classifications.

Shippensburg was also the repeat recipient of the 2024 PSAC Men’s Outdoor Track & Field Coaching Staff of the Year award.

Steve Spence was named the 2024 USTFCCCA Atlantic Region Men’s Outdoor Assistant of the Year. It is the third time he has received this honor. Spence’s distance squad delivered an incredible 99 points from just five events at the conference championships and his runners swept the gold medals in the distance races.

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Shippensburg won its fifteenth overall PSAC Outdoor Track & Field Championship and its first since 2021, scoring in 20 of the 21 events in competition at Seth Grove Stadium.

Shippensburg achieved its highest point total at the PSAC Championships in 12 years, scoring 73 more points than it did last season.

The Raiders had 15 All-PSAC (Top 3) individual finishers and won eight event championships, including both relays. SU had six individual champions: senior Leah Graybill (below) won the 200, senior Caroline Mastria won the 400, senior Sara McKean won the long jump, junior Sasha Lee won the triple jump, sophomore Makayla Decker won the discus, and junior Abby Reasoner won the javelin.

Doug Knol was named the 2024 USTFCCCA Atlantic Region Women’s Outdoor Assistant of the Year for the second time in his career.

Knol’s sprints/hurdles squad delivered 90 points from seven events at the PSAC Championships, including the victorious 4x100meter relay of junior Aliyah Serrano, senior Kayla Dalhouse, McKean, and Graybill; which broke the all-time PSAC record.

Shippensburg was the recipient of the 2024 PSAC Women’s Outdoor Track & Field Coaching Staff of the Year award. Head Coach Dave Osanitsch’s Raiders totaled a program record 19 All-Atlantic Region classifications.

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season earned him All-PSAC Eastern Division Second Team honors in addition to unanimous All-Atlantic Region Second Team recognition.

Dalena posted a 2.52 ERA (fifth in the PSAC, 17th nationally) with 78 strikeouts (fifth in the PSAC) and a .189 batting average against (third in the PSAC).

Senior first baseman Austin Baal was named to the All-PSAC Eastern Division First Team and to the ABCA Atlantic Region AllDefensive Team. Baal finished third in the PSAC with nine home runs and ranked among the Top 10 players in the league in on-base percentage and slugging percentage. In July, Baal signed with the State College Spikes.

Junior shortstop Carter Hinds and senior reliever Ethan Miller rounded out the Raiders on the All-PSAC Eastern Division team.

WOMEN’S TENNIS // Shippensburg recorded a 3-17 overall record and a 1-6 record in PSAC Eastern Division matches. Head coach Dylan Curtis took over the reins of the program in the spring. Freshman Brinley Orris won four of her last seven singles matches, while freshman Rachel Gallagher won four of her last eight matches. Sophomore Corinne Markovich won three matches against tough competition at No. 1 singles. Orris, Gallagher, and senior Brighid Cantwell led the Raiders overall with six singles victories on the season.

(From left) Brinley Orris, Rachel Gallagher, Corinne Markovich, and Brighid Cantwell.

ACADEMIC SHORTS SOFTBALL // Shippensburg posted a 36-21 record and a 19-13 mark in PSAC Eastern Division contests, resulting in the Eastern Division’s No. 4 seed in the PSAC Tournament.

SU went 2-2 at the PSAC Tournament. The Raiders qualified for the NCAA Atlantic Region Tournament for the third consecutive season, and for the second straight season, reached the winner-take-all final game of their regional pod. SU went 3-2 at the Atlantic Region Tournament.

Five Raiders were named to the 2024 All-PSAC Eastern Division Team: sophomore shortstop Caitlyn Martell, senior center fielder Taylor Myers (above), and junior utility/pitcher Katelyn Minney earned First Team honors, while senior catcher Morgan Lindsay and junior pitcher Alicia Ball earned Second Team honors. Martell, Myers, and Lindsay earned All-Atlantic Region recognition. Lindsay was a consensus All-Region honoree. Myers earned D2CCA All-America honorable mention after a First Team All-Region selection, while Martell was a D2CCA Second Team pick.

Myers graduates with the school record for career hits (294), a total that ranks fifth in PSAC history. She finishes second in school history for career runs (190), a total that ranks ninth in PSAC history. As a senior, she led the entire Atlantic Region and ranked fourth nationally with 95 hits (second-most in school single-season history).

Lindsay graduates with multiple Top 5 career rankings in school history, including third in home runs (33), and third in RBIs (152).

(From left) Morgan Lindsay, Caitlyn Martell, Katelyn Minney, and Alicia Ball.

WOMEN’S LACROSSE // Shippensburg posted a 4-13 record, including a 2-10 mark against PSAC Eastern Division opponents. The Raiders, under first-year head coach Brooke DellaValle, recorded back-to-back victories against Millersville and Shepherd on the road in late April, which marked SU’s first winning streak of any kind in three seasons. It was also the first time that had won consecutive road games since March 2011.

Junior attacker Sara Vosburg (right) was named to the All-PSAC Eastern Division First Team. Vosburg finished with 49 goals and 11 assists, becoming the 17th Raider in program history to reach 100 career goals. Sophomore defender Grace DeMarzio was named to the All-PSAC East Second Team.

CSC ALL-DISTRICT // College Sports Communicators (CSC) annually recognizes a select group of student-athletes for their combined performance both in their sport and in the classroom through the Division II Academic All-District® and Division II Academic All-America® program.

Among the many benchmarks and criteria that student-athletes must fulfill include being at least a sophomore academically and athletically, maintaining a 3.50 cumulative GPA or higher, and meeting minimum participation requirements based on the sport. More information about CSC’s Academic All-District® and Academic AllAmerica® Teams program is available at AcademicAllAmerica.com.

For the 2023-24 academic year, 48 Raiders were recognized with Academic AllDistrict® classifications: • Marissa Bittner (women’s swimming, Sr./biology) • Andrew Chronister (baseball, Sr./history) • Maddie Clabaugh (volleyball, Jr./psychology) • Timmy Conner (men’s basketball, So./finance) • Emilia Conners (women’s at-large/ field hockey, Jr./English) • Ryleigh Cook (women’s soccer, So./exercise science) • Abbi Czarnecki (women’s soccer, Sr./chemistry) • Kayla Dalhouse (women’s track & field/ cross country, Sr./sociology) • Kearstin Davis (volleyball, So./political science) • Kaitlyn DiCandilo (women’s soccer, So./mid-level education) • Kyler Everly (men’s at-large/wrestling, So./civil engineering) • Jenna Folmar (women’s soccer, Jr./supply chain management) • Aiden Gonder (men’s track & field/ cross country, Jr./mechanical engineering) • Paige Graber (women’s at-large/ field hockey, Sr./biology) • Leah Graybill (women’s track & field/ cross country, Sr./literacy) • Luke Henry (men’s soccer, Sr./software engineering) • Michaela Hersh (women’s swimming, Sr./early childhood education) • Kelsey Hull (women’s track & field/ cross country, Jr./geoenvironmental science) • Hayden Hunt (men’s track & field/ cross country, Gr./MBA) • David Johnson (men’s swimming, Jr./electrical engineering) • Caitlyn Martell (softball, So./marketing) • Trey Martin (men’s basketball, So./finance) • Taryn Mayer (women’s at-large/field hockey, So./psychology) • Sara McKean (women’s track & field/cross country, Sr./supply chain management and information systems and analytics) • Abbie Miller (women’s basketball, Jr./early childhood education)

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• Ethan Miller (baseball, Sr./supply chain management) • Katelyn Minney (softball, Jr./criminal justice) • Jaxson Montross (football, Sr./supply chain management) • Ryan Murphy (men’s track & field/ cross country, So./accounting) • Alyssa Nehlen (softball, Gr./biology) • Ali Pioli (women’s at-large (lacrosse), So./biology) • Nicola Puggé (women’s track & field/ cross country, Jr./communication, journalism, and media) • Garrett Quinan (men’s track & field/ cross country, So./mechanical engineering) • Brooklynn Rupert (women’s tennis, Jr./supply chain management and business management) • Ian Sherlock (men’s track & field/ cross country, Jr./communication, journalism, and media) • Trey Shoemaker (men’s at-large/wrestling, So./criminal justice) • Anna Stoner (women’s soccer, Sr./exercise science) • Gabe Stotler (baseball, Sr./computer engineering) • Alyssa Tomb (women’s swimming, Sr./biology) • Nicole Tormann (women’s soccer, Sr./psychology) • Kaitlyn Townsend (volleyball, Sr./criminal justice) • Zaidian Van Orden (men’s swimming, Jr./mechanical engineering) • Nathan VanNatter (men’s swimming, Jr./biology) • Kayla Vosburg (women’s at-large/lacrosse, So./civil engineering) • Sara Vosburg (women’s at-large/lacrosse, So./criminal justice) • Gracie Wetzel (women’s swimming, Jr./early childhood education) • Madi White (women’s basketball, Gr./supply chain analytics) • Cody Willoughby (men’s soccer, Sr./finance)

Graybill was the only Raider in 2023-24 named to an Academic All-America® Team, earning Third Team honors for women’s track & field/cross country.

PSAC TOP 10 // The PSAC Top 10 award is a prestigious league honor that recognizes elite academic and athletic excellence. A total of five men and five women are selected as award winners after each of the three competitive seasons (Fall, Winter, and Spring), meaning that only 30 total awards are handed out each year by the conference.

Shippensburg finished the 2023-24 academic year with three award winners and a total of four awards: Garrett Quinan (Fall, cross country), Leah Graybill (Winter, women’s indoor track & field; Spring, women’s outdoor track & field), and Josh Herbster (Winter, men’s indoor track & field).

To be a candidate for the prestigious PSAC Top 10 Awards, a student-athlete must maintain a cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 3.50 or higher and be a starter or key reserve with legitimate athletic credentials.

Shippensburg has now totaled 80 all-time PSAC Top 10 awards—second only to Slippery Rock (83) for the most among conference schools. The awards were first issued in the 1997-98 academic year.

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FACULTY BRIEFS DR. SCOTT DRZYZGA, professor of Georaphy and Earth Science, attended the 2024 Pennsylvania GIS Conference at State College and presented his work titled, “New Datums and a new State Plane Coordinate System Are Coming in 2025.” He also mentored two “Advanced GIS” students, Theresa Haug (GR) and Ekaterina Hampton (UG), who presented their map of the migrant crisis in the mountainous Darién Gap region along the Colombia-Panama border.

DR. IAN M. LANGELLA, professor of Supply Chain Management, recently presented a paper titled, “Absolutely Sustainable and Responsible Global Supply Chains: Internalizing Environmental Externalities and Ensuring Human Rights” at the Western Business and Management Conference 2024 held at the Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations in New York City.

DRS. AMBER NORWOOD, THOMAS HATVANY, JAMES GRIFFITH, and two student authors, recently published an article titled, “Scholarly Accomplishments: A United States Survey of Academic Psychologists” in the journal, Current Psychology, in its February 2024 issue. The paper contributed to the academic literature by establishing average metrics in scholarly activity across different forms of academic productivity, including published papers, conference presentations, book chapters, and average annual grant monies obtained.

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DR. ADAM POWELL Associate professor of marketing Adam Powell joined the Ship community in 2015. His path to Ship started with a his own small business that sparked his interest in marketing. Today, he shares his experience and passion for marketing with students in the John L. Grove College of Business and helps students to discover their own potential and passion in the business world.

What inspired you to work and teach in the field of marketing? When I was newly married, with one child, and only an associate degree, I created a small lawn mowing company from scratch. As the sole proprietor I was immersed in every aspect of the business, from operations to human resources to accounting, information systems, and, of course marketing. I later sold the business and took the opportunity to return to college, where I came to realize that marketing was my favorite part of small business ownership. My approach to business is a marketing-based approach.

After obtaining my MBA with a concentration in marketing, there was really no other discipline in business, or otherwise, that I wanted to research or teach more than marketing.

How have changes in technology altered the field of marketing? On the one hand marketing has evolved drastically due to technology, but on the other hand the foundations of marketing have remained unchanged for decades. For example, I could use my 1997 marketing textbook to teach a good three quarters of my current Principles of Marketing class. However, my digital marketing class would not have existed 25 years ago. With the advent of the Internet and the economic, social, and educational spaces it has created, new ways of applying the marketing principles continue to develop.

This has obviously impacted the methods and tools of marketing that need to be taught in the classroom by marketing faculty.

Today, companies have to continually grapple with innovations like augmented reality and generative AI, and try to ensure they do not go the way of Blockbuster Video or Kodak. Marketing professors are challenged with helping our students be prepared for the dynamic challenges that are even yet unforeseen in the marketplace.

What research areas interest you the most? My dissertation is on stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination experienced by salespeople within companies. This

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“within-company stigma” interests me for the potential to research stigma or discrimination in many different social and company settings. I am also interested in the phenomenon of FLOW experiences, which Dr. Mohammad Rahman and I are currently working on with his other coauthors. Finally, I would like to conduct more research in branding and brand engagement, like the phenomenon of brand communities.

What are some of the hands-on learning opportunities you provide marketing students? I have been pleased to work with Robin Burtner of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) on campus for class projects. The function of the SBDC is to provide consulting services to small businesses in area counties. I have developed two different projects that benefits select SBDC clients. My principles of marketing class students perform a brand assessment project, through which they report recommendations for brand identity and communication improvements to the clients. In my digital marketing class, students evaluate and prototype SBDC client websites and present their improvements to the clients through a video recording. Clients are usually excited to sign up for these opportunities for the good consulting they receive from these class projects.

What is the most rewarding part of you work? The greatest reward in my job is represented in the student who, at or near graduation, thanked me for changing his life.

I had the student in class and I was also his advisor. At some point we met and I don’t remember saying it quite like this, but what he heard was: “You have so much more potential than this. It’s time to stop messing around and really focus on your education and your future.” Well, that made all the difference for him. Whenever I am able to positively influence students’ lives in and out of the classroom I feel the most rewarded and motivated.

Senior graphic designer and brand management Shippensburg University’s indicia (distinguishing marks and name) is registered with the United States Department of Commerce Patent and Trademark Office and with the Pennsylvania Department of State Corporation Bureau.

It’s a brand that includes carefully curated and managed logos, colors, and typography. At Ship, Jessica Kline ’02, senior graphic designer and brand manager with the Office of Communications and Marketing, takes great pride in upholding the standards of our brand.

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What does a brand manager do? As the brand manager my main responsibility is to protect the brand. This includes the brand guide, university logos, and usage approvals for both internal and external uses. Last year I reviewed over 700 requests from external users. This does not include internal requests from our various departments and offices.

Why is it so important to have brand rules and make sure they are followed? Having brand rules and guidelines are very important. By following the rules for colors, text, and style we convey a consistent message and unified identity for the university as a whole. After all, a brand is more than just the logo.

Can anybody use the Ship logo? Unfortunately, no. The university logos and name are registered trademarks and need approval from our office. All promotional products must be ordered through one of our licensed vendors.

You do more than just protect the Ship. What else does your job include? For over 16 years my main role is working as the senior graphic designer. I work on various marketing materials for the university, athletics, and the Luhrs Center—anything from logos and graphics to letterhead, envelopes, brochures, posters, programs, pole banners, and environmental graphics. I also work on digital marketing for web and social needs.

What is your favorite part of your work? The variety of work we get to do, the ability to stay creative, and collaborate with others.

Yes, we have our annual projects throughout the year, but no two days are alike. You never know what the next project will be.

What are some of the common mistakes people make when using the logo? Probably using the wrong colors. In 2018, as part of a new athletic partnership, the university moved from a royal blue to darker navy. Using the wrong version of colors can get confusing, so referring to the brand guide for approved color options is necessary.

Shippo or Big Red? I do not have a favorite mascot, but if I have to choose it would be Shippo. Being part of the team who helped bring Shippo back to life created a special connection.

What is a design project you are especially proud of? I take pride in all of my work, but my favorite would have to be the front windows of Heiges Field House and the rear of the Seth Grove Stadium. The design and installation received the grand prize in the 2021 FASTSIGNS Customer Solutions Awards chosen from nine countries worldwide. This was a huge step outside of designing the usual printed publications and on a much larger scale.

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Jo Anne Coy (center) leads (from left to right) Trustee Chair Douglas Harbach, past Ship presidents Dr. Anthony Ceddia and Dr. Jody Harpster, and Dr. Charles E. Patterson through the archway.

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Forged in Community and Education Honoring Jeff Coy ’73 His legacy is quietly present across Shippensburg University’s campus. It’s in the memory of where he met his wife, Jo Anne (Rasmussen) Coy ’73, as a student in Memorial Auditorium. It’s in the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Art Center, a project made possible with his legislative support.

It’s in Heiges Field House and Seth Grove stadium where he spoke powerful words during past commencements and inaugurations. And now, it is visible for all who enter Shippensburg University with the dedication a new university archway that bears the name of Jeff Coy ’73 and his vision for his much-loved alma mater.

Coy graduated from Shippensburg University in 1973 with a bachelor’s degree in government administration and devoted the next 37 years to public service. Twenty-two of those years were in Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives, representing the 89th District. He passed away in June of 2018.

A legacy of service As Jo Anne Coy reflected on her husband’s life during the archway dedication, she settled on two consistent themes, local and education.

Coy meeting with Ship students during a visit to campus.

“Jeff was born in Shippensburg, he earned his education in Shippensburg, and he never left,” she shared.

But Coy’s work and impact reached far beyond his hometown and the world of education.

A quick scan of the 22-years of legislation sponsored by Coy highlights his efforts to protect the environment, provide safe drinking water, support veterans, create

accessible public transportation, and fund volunteer fire companies, but his passion for education was undeniable.

“It didn’t matter the age level, the building, or the district. If it was education, Jeff wanted to help,” she added.

He secured countless grants for local school districts, sponsored legislation to end sexual violence on college campuses and routinely visited local schools to ensure he would see first-hand the needs of area educators and students.

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“Their questions and concerns also offered me inspiration and the chance to take back that information and put some of their ideas into practice,” Coy once said following a visit to Chambersburg Area School District.

He served for 20 years as a member of the Board of Governors for Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education and promoted the value of higher education for the people and the economic prosperity of Pennsylvania.

“Jeff spent his entire career increasing access to higher education. Through his service as a representative, a member of various board and organizations, and as a member of our very own Council of Trustees, Jeff, along with his wife Jo Anne, have been an important part of education in Pennsylvania,” said Dr. Charles Patterson, president of Shippensburg University.

With much attention today on the need to fill critical workforce gaps and provide new pathways for students, Coy was ahead of his time as he led the charge for increased funding for scholarships throughout his career.

As colleges and universities across the commonwealth work to increase the number of graduates entering the fields of science and technology, they do so on the groundwork laid by Coy. In 2003, he spearheaded the New Economy Technology Scholarship Program that provided financial support for students pursuing careers in these critical areas.

“We are working very hard to prepare our students to meet the challenges of the new economy,” Coy said. “These scholarships lend a financial helping hand and encourage those to stay in Pennsylvania after graduation.”

A local legacy As Jeff worked to improve the lives of Pennsylvanians across the state, Jo Anne’s reflection on his commitment to his local community and education was ever present.

Coy served on Shippensburg University’s Council of Trustees, providing valuable leadership to the institution as it navigated many changes within the higher education landscape. Before his service as a trustee though, his contributions to Ship were already advancing his alma mater.

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(Right) Coy addresses a crowd at Ship.

(Below) Coy and others at the groundbreaking for the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center.

“He didn’t think it was his job, he thought it was his responsibility. He believed deeply in the notion of what this institution did for him, Jo Anne, and countless other students.”

—Dr. Anthony Ceddia

One of those contributions would positively impact the path of university for more than two decades. During the archway dedication, President Emeritus Dr. Anthony Ceddia, shared that it was a promise from Jeff Coy that inspired him to become president of Shippensburg University.

Unsure after his experience with the state board interviewing him as a candidate, Ceddia went to bed in his hotel the evening following his interview believing Ship was

not the place for him. At 1:00am, he received an unexpected phone call from Jeff Coy, asking him to meet him in the hotel lobby.

“He was trying to convince me to stay in the race for president. But then he talked about the vision for the university system.

He talked about the potential and promise of what the peoples’ colleges would have for the state of Pennsylvania. I accepted the job, primarily based on what he was telling me. And you know what? He didn’t lie,” shared Ceddia.

(Left) President Patterson and Jo Anne Coy post with the plaque honoring Jeff Coy. (Bottom left) Jeff and Jo Anne attending a university dinner.

(Below) Students pose with Governor Josh Shapiro in front of the new archway.

Years later, it was another late-night phone call from Coy that delivered the funding needed for the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center.

With the state budget at an impasse over funding for baseball and football fields in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, Coy called Ceddia after a late meeting at the Governor’s Mansion.

He shared with Ceddia that they didn’t have enough votes for the field projects.

“I said, ‘oh, too bad’, because there was no money in it for us,” joked Ceddia.

Coy quickly responded “But I’ve got good news. I met with Governor Ridge.

I guaranteed some votes and now we’re getting the money for the performing arts center, and Philadelphia and Pittsburgh will get their fields.”

The deal secured $9.927 million dollars for the building of the Luhrs Performing Arts Center.

“That’s how it happened. He didn’t think it was his job, he thought it was his responsibility. He believed deeply in the notion of what this institution did for him,

Jo Anne, and countless other students,” said Ceddia.

In 2003 he secured $299,000 in state funding in support of the renovation of Roland and Shearer Halls. The funding allowed for the updating of the 60-year-old academic buildings and offered new state-ofthe-art learning environments for students and enhanced technological capabilities.

“Investments like this help keep Shippensburg University a leader in higher education. This will allow us to proceed with this renovation project as part of our continued commitment to provide our students an education nationally recognized for its excellence,” said then president, Dr. Anthony F. Ceddia.

Beyond financial support, Coy was a staunch advocate for faculty and staff during his time in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, including during contract negotiations.

“He wanted this school to have the best and most qualified people,” shared Jo Anne.

of the archway as a place that embodies tradition and heritage. It serves as a reminder of the countless individuals who have passed through the university leaving behind their own special mark.

“It is also a reminder of the vast opportunities that await our students.

And as we see here today, it is a gathering place for our community, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to a unified place,” said Patterson.

Most importantly, Patterson shared “it immortalizes Jeff ’s service at the very place we wish to inspire students to begin their own journeys.”

“This space will forever recognize Jeff Coy’s achievements, but more than that, it’s his spirit, and his unwavering personal commitment to what this institution means to all of us and students yet to come,” said Ceddia.

With the dedication of the Shippensburg University Archway, Coy’s legacy is now present for all to see.

The legacy continues Coy’s legacy was honored on May 3 with the dedication of the new archway with a crowed filled with his friends, colleagues, and the “best and most qualified people” higher education has to offer.

During the ceremony, President Patterson shared the symbolic importance

View the dedication of the Coy Archway by scanning the QR code.

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s Dr. Nicole Hill’s time as interim provost and vice president for Academic Affairs ends, Ship is thankful for her dedication and innovative approach in working toward an even brighter future for the university. As she transitions back to her role as dean of the College of Education and Human Services, Hill will carry the experience with her as she continues to serve as a talented leader in the Division of Academic Affairs.

Upon completing her studies at Ohio University, Hill began her career

in counselor education at Idaho State University. Over the course of 11 years, she advanced from assistant to adjunct professor, managing admissions and procedures for master’s and doctoral students. In 2014, Hill joined Syracuse University as chair of the Counseling Department, placing accreditation and inclusivity at the forefront of her work there.

Her impressive background in leadership led to her nomination for the position of dean of the College of Education and Human Services in 2017.

Over the years, Hill has continued to positively impact the university, spanning well beyond the College of Education and Human Services.

In 2021, she stepped into the role of interim provost and vice president for Academic Affairs following the retirement of Dr. Tom Ormond. Hill’s main goal as provost was to “create coherence and synergy” across various departments that would further enhance student success.

In this role, she took on leading efforts to increase student retention. She assisted with unifying the Continuing Academic

A Journey in Leadership We must put into motion the innovation that is required of us to build a positive future for our university.”

—Nicole Hill’s 2023 University General Meeting Remarks

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Progress and Success (CAPS) program, which helps students achieve success through academic recovery services. During her time in the role Ship recorded a 7.5 percent increase in first-to-second-year student retention rates. This growth can be attributed to the initiatives that Hill championed across various divisions.

The Summer Bridge Program offers an extended orientation experience for high school graduates with GPAs below 2.5.

Students take college-level courses and reside on campus, and those who meet preestablished academic standards have the opportunity to continue at Ship into the fall semester. Hill’s support led to the expansion of this program, and increased Summer Bridge student retention.

The First-Year Advising Program experienced a transformation with the support of Hill as well. She collaborated with her team and others to implement co-advising in all UNIV 101 sections and established the Just Ask Advising Center for drop-in services for students.

Dr. Tracy Schoolcraft, associate provost and interim dean for Exploratory Studies, worked closely with Hill on several of these initiatives.

“The positive energy, enthusiasm, and joy that she brings to her work also makes her leadership unique in higher education. During her time as interim provost, she provided a vision, direction, and goals. Her support and guidance made

Creating a coherent and aligned strategy has always been my focus.” it easy to meet those goals. She made sure that we made progress,” said Schoolcraft.

Hill worked with Dr. John Kooti, dean of the John L. Grove College of Business, on several signature events and a few new and exciting opportunities.

“She actively participated in numerous college events, including the Beta Gamma Sigma induction ceremony and the Investment Management Program. Notably, she accompanied me in signing the dual degree agreement with Geneva Business School in Barcelona. I find her to be an authentic leader whose value-aligned and mission-driven decision-making has significantly helped the university meet its mission, particularly in student success and career readiness”.

Collaborative relationships, like those she shared with Kooti and Schoolcraft are what Hill prioritized as a leader, along with a commitment to shared governance.

“As Provost, you set the tone of expectation of shared governance. Working collectively, even with differences of opinion, to actualize positive outcomes for students and the campus has been incredibly rewarding,” said Hill.

Reflecting on her time as provost, Hill worked hard to look at everything through a strategic lens.

“Creating a coherent and aligned strategy has always been my focus. It’s about saying, ‘Here are our points of excellence, here’s our strategy’, and this is where we are headed”.

Transitioning Back to Dean As Hill returns to the role of dean, she plans to utilize the insights and experiences she gained as provost.

“You’re forever changed by your experiences,” she noted. “My cognitive framework and empathy have expanded, and I think I’ll be more enterprising and strategic as a dean.”

One of the key lessons Hill learned as provost was the importance of challenging conventional boundaries. “I tried to model my own authentic way of being a provost, which helped me overcome the constraints of traditional roles. I plan to bring this same mindset to the deanship, being less tied to one way of operating and more open to innovative approaches,” she said.

Hill is excited about the potential for collaborative success at Shippensburg University. “I want to be a catalyst for initiatives that aren’t just tied to my role, but benefit the entire institution, “ she remarked. Hill is determined to bring an enterprising energy and collaborative spirit to everything she does at Ship.

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Building Trust(ees)

This year, Shippensburg University welcomed two new members to the Council of Trustees, but they are no strangers to Ship. Moriah Hathaway ’19 and Ashley Loper ’14 were appointed as trustees by Governor Josh Shapiro and both are excited to put their unique experiences and skill set to work for their alma mater.

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Ashley Loper ’14

Hathaway serves as executive director of the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women where she works with commissioners, stakeholders, and legislators from across the state to advocate for women and girls at the executive level.

She previously served as the special assistant to the Secretary of the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, as well as the executive assistant to Governor Wolf ’s Regional Directors.

Her experience in advocacy and a passion for giving back to the place that gave her so much is what she said will drive her work as a trustee. Hathaway is committed to Ship’s culture of inclusion and belonging and empathizes specifically with the challenges women and members of the LGBTQ+ community face.

“As a young alumna and a queer As a young alumna and a queer woman, woman, I bring I bring a perspective a perspective to to the council that the council that will allow me to continue to foster will allow me to relationships and continue to foster build upon the relationships and great work that is currently happening build upon the great while also voicing work that is currently the need for happening while also improvement. voicing the need for —Moriah Hathaway ’19 improvement,” said Hathaway.

Hathaway has served the university since graduating with a degree in political science, in a variety of ways, including the Alumni Board and the Wood Honors College Alumni Advisory Council. She currently resides in Harrisburg with her wife, Bailey Welch ’18, and son, Emerson.

Much like Hathaway, Loper is honored to give back to a place that gave her a “top-notch” education and a strong sense of community. As a graduate of the John L. Grove College of Business and a finance professional, Loper also hopes to utilize her experience by prioritizing budgeting and fiscal management.

Loper is a senior manager of customer finance for The Hershey Company. She previously worked for Public Financial Management (PFM) where she spent time supporting local governments, school districts, and nonprofits in Pennsylvania with their investments.

Just like the campus community she will now represent as a trustee; Loper dedicates her time to service as well. She is active in various organizations such as Tim Tebow Foundation’s Night to Shine, LCBC Church, and she volunteers for individuals with special needs as well as in her church’s ministry.

Within all areas of Loper’s life, she puts equity first and plans to do so at Ship as well.

“I believe we need to promote unity in our culture, remembering we all uniquely contribute to America’s beautiful melting pot,” said Loper.

I believe we need Together, Loper to promote unity and Hathaway bring in our culture, fresh perspectives remembering we all uniquely contribute and commitment to America’s to Shippensburg beautiful melting University’s Council pot. of Trustees.

—Ashley Loper ’14

Meet the New Student Trustee History major and ROTC cadet Colin Arnold is the new student representative to the Shippensburg University Council of Trustees. At Ship, Arnold serves on the Student Government Association Constitutional Committee, is a member of Phi Alpha Theta, a professional society for historians, and hosts his own radio show “America the Beautiful” on Ship’s studentrun radio station WSYC 88.7.

Appointed by Governor Josh Shapiro, Arnold brings a long history of service to his new role as trustee. As a student at Gettysburg Area High School he founded the Flags Across Adams County for Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors Inc. He also worked with the Adam’s County Historical Society and spent his time working on the family farm.

As he works toward his degree at Ship and a commission as an officer in the US Army, Arnold looks forward to enhancing his leadership skills.

“I’m very humbled and honored to be selected as the next student Trustee of Shippensburg University and look forward to representing the student body on the Council of Trustees. I take great pride in being a part of Ship’s inclusive community and aim to continue to better the university during my term,” said Arnold.

Shippensburg University sophomore Colin D. Arnold is sworn in to serve as the student representative on the Shippensburg University of Trustees.

“I take great pride in being a part of Ship’s inclusive community and aim to continue to better the university during my term.”

—Colin Arnold

New trustees Moriah Hathaway (second from left), Ashley Loper (middle), and Colin Arnold (far right) joined other members of the board, President Patterson, and staff at dedication of the university Archway this May.

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From National Pipe Band Competition in Glasgow, Scotland to WrestleMania

Watkins on the Pipes Kevin Watkins ’10 received a special invitation this past spring to return to Ship and perform with The Piano Guys on stage at the Luhrs Performing Arts Center on April 23.

Watkins began his musical career at the age of four with the piano and eventually went on to learn how to play around 30 different instruments. He was an active member of Ship’s drumline in the SU Marching Band and had a strong interest in learning how to play the bagpipes, a skill he eventually mastered post-graduation.

Watkins trained with the Prince George’s County Police Pipe Band, and from there he transitioned to playing in the MacMillian-Dunn grade five competition pipe band. During his time in both bands, he played as a snare drummer while learning how to play the pipes. Watkins progressed quickly and started fully playing the bagpipe within four short months.

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Now, he instructs the Fire Brigade Pipes and Drums of Greater Baltimore and the Montgomery County Firefighter Pipes and Drums, all while playing for the Ulster Scottish Pipe Band, a grade two band that is one of the top five in the US. His craft has taken him to acclaimed events, including WWE Wrestle Mania.

Watkins even performed with his band at the National Pipe Band Competition in Glasgow, Scotland, where they earned the highest rank for an American band.

The Luhrs Center was honored to welcome Watkins to perform, and in addition to his musical achievements it was also an opportunity to share his career successes beyond music. Watkins also joined The Piano Guys for a special reception and dinner with the Luhrs Circle of Friends that evening.

He earned his bachelor’s degree in geography with a concentration in geography information systems (GIS) and now works as an aeronautical information specialist at the Federal Aviation

Administration. Watkins said that he “would not be where he is today” without the mentorship of Ship’s faculty.

He gave a special shout out to professors Scott Drzyzga and George Pomeroy, for helping him find a passion in geography and for enriching his world view.

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“I approach my work with both a clinical and student development lens in order to successfully address college students’ needs.”

Dr. Matthew Shupp

Fulbright Specialist Dr. Matthew Shupp ’00-’03m, professor of counselor education, is heading to Egypt in 2025 as a Fulbright Specialist. Shupp was named to the Fulbright Specialist roster in 2021 by the US Department of State. As a candidate on the roster, Shupp was eligible for placement on a variety of two- to sixweek project-based exchanges with host institutions across the globe.

Shupp was honored to be named to the Fulbright Specialist roster and stated that now being selected as a candidate to assist Suez Canal University in Egypt is “one of the most exciting opportunities” in his professional career. He felt inspired to apply to the program because it allows professionals to work worldwide on “passion projects”.

During his term at Suez Canal University, he will assist with establishing its first-ever clinical counseling center.

He acknowledged the importance of this duty and the obstacles he may encounter, but also recognized the potential that this project brings.

“This proposed partnership allows us to establish an ongoing relationship to assess present and future needs.” His first initiative will be to assess the clinical needs of the students at the university, and then from there, assess the infrastructure that is available at the university.

His extensive background in student affairs and clinical counseling makes him an excellent selection for this initiative. His professional career reflects the experience he can offer this project, having worked as both a college administrator and now a therapist, clinical supervisor, and counseling educator.

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“I approach my work with both a clinical lens and a student development lens in order to successfully address college students’ needs. Hopefully, I’m able to provide both at Suez Canal University,” said Shupp.

During his term at Suez Canal, he anticipates various challenges and is mindful of the cultural conditions.

“Cultural influences are all around us; and I’ll need to ensure that I’m not unintentionally infusing my westernized cultural values on members of the Suez Canal University community. Cultural humility will be key.”

Shupp also sees this experience as enhancing his work at Ship. He believes that higher education practitioners must follow ethical principles of advocacy and social justice, and is confident that his experience at Suez Canal will strengthen his cultural awareness and his worldview.

Shupp looks forward to sharing his realworld experience in the classroom.

He, with his previous research on inclusive supervision practices and the influence of intersecting identities, feels prepared for his upcoming experience.

“What we’ve found is that supervisees feel most supported in their place of employment when they can bring their true, authentic selves to their place of employment.” Shupp believes research can be further amplified when viewed through a cultural lens.

His appointment to the 2021-2025 Fulbright Specialist roster exemplifies his commitment to education and the betterment of mental health services, making him a valuable practitioner to have at both Shippensburg University and within global academia.

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Alumni Awards of Distinction 5:00pm Reception, 5:30pm Dinner

Friday, October 18 and Saturday, October 19 ship.edu/homecoming

We are looking forward to welcoming our alumni and friends to campus to celebrate Shippensburg University’s Homecoming 2024!

Check ship.edu/homecoming for updates and the event schedule. While programming and activities are still being determined, several activities are highlighted below.

Please be sure to monitor the webpage and your inbox for updates to the Homecoming schedule. *Remember, some activities require advanced registration, and others your advanced RSVP will help us prepare.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18 Athletic Hall of Fame Awards Luncheon

held to honor the hall of fame recipients.

We’ll be recognizing Ashley Watt Cush ’07 (field hockey), Herman Kirkland ’13 (men’s track & field), Amy Sokalski LaNoue ’85 (women’s track & field), Lee McClintock ’05 (baseball), Jill Edwards Restino ’14 (volleyball), and Sidney L. Wells Jr. ’60 posthumous (football, men’s track & field).

Tickets required. Purchase tickets by calling the Office of Athletics at (717) 477-1711.

The Shippensburg University Alumni Awards of Distinction are presented annually to alumni in the categories of Distinguished Alumni, Outstanding Young Alumni, Lifetime Achievement, Cultural Impact, and Exceptional Service. The 2024 Alumni Awards of Distinction will be presented to: Distinguished Alumni: Anne Deeter Gallaher ’81 James Saxton ’79 Dr. Lisa Colapietro ’99 Outstanding Young Alumni: Christopher Gray ’10 Bryan Hickman ’12 Lauren (Messich) Rose ’08 Lifetime Achievement: William Rodruan ’76

Exceptional Service: Charles R. Nebel Jr. ’84-’88m Cultural Impact: Sophia Hendry ’20

Please join us in celebrating our 2024 award recipients. Tickets required.

Purchase tickets online or call the Office of Alumni Relations at

(717) 477-1218.

12:30pm The Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes former student-athletes who were the epitome of athletic excellence and who continue to exemplify the Raider spirit as proud alumni. A 12:30pm luncheon will be SUMMER 2024

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Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock and Roll

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19

7:30pm, Tickets: $29-$49, Luhrs Performing Arts Center

45th Annual SU ROTC 5K or 10K Run

With a cast consisting of both stars from Broadway’s greatest rock musicals, as well as incredible rock and roll singers, Neil Berg shares the often unknown stories from the fifty-year history of the music that changed the world forever!

From the progenitors of rock and roll in the 1940s, through the glory years of the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s, up until MTV in the early ’80s, Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock and Roll uses fascinating stories and groundbreaking music including tributes to iconic rock stars and groups such as Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, The Beatles, Aretha Franklin, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, and many more! Purchase your tickets at luhrscenter.com or call the box office at (717) 477-7469.

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MSA Alumni Friday Flow in the “AM” 9:00pm, Gilbert Hall Stop by Gilbert Hall beginning at 9:00pm and reminisce with Miss Di, Kapri, and friends while enjoying good music, food, and conversation in a relaxed atmosphere.

Silent Party 10:00pm–2:00am, Henderson Gymnasium Pick up your headsets and tune in to one of three DJs playing R&B, Latino/Caribbean, and Hip Hop. Hosted by The AM.

9:00am, Across from ShipRec Proceeds benefit the SU Military Science Department and the Boulder Crest Retreat for Military and Veteran Wellness.

50th Anniversary Computer Science Reunion Celebration 9:00am, Milton and Doreen Morgan School of Engineering (former Steam Plant) 1974–2024 Reconnect with students, alumni, current faculty, and retired faculty/staff including Drs. John Arch, Howard Bell, Tom Briggs, Winston Crawley, William Gould, Bill McArthur, David Mooney, Rick Ruth, and Mark Schroeder, as well as Pam McLaughlin, and take a tour of the engineering labs.

Parade Viewing Party and Tailgate The reunion celebration includes a parade viewing party on Prince Street, in front of the School of Engineering. After the parade, plan to stop by the MCT building and see how the computer facilities have changed before making your way to the School of Engineering tailgate area behind the stadium at the football game.

Look for our tent and flag to continue the anniversary reunion and enjoy tailgating.

President’s Pregame Brunch 9:30am–Noon, Tuscarora Room (Reisner Dining Hall), $10/ages 7 and up; $5/ages 2-6 years Join President Charles and Colleen Patterson to start your day with our pregame brunch. Parade arrives on campus around 10:30am, so flow in/out of the brunch to catch the parade going by.

Registration required.

SUMB 100th Year Anniversary Saturday, October 19 Celebrations Calling all band alumni! Join in the activities listed below.

Registration required.

Details and registration info at ship.edu/ homecoming.

• Parade, 10:00am: Join the SUMB in the parade (no instruments).

Walk the full parade route or join the parade once it reaches Memorial Auditorium (approx. 10:30am).

• Pre-Game, Noon: Meet at the LPAC/Loading Dock and march with SUMB to Seth Grove Stadium.

• Game Time, 1:00pm: Enjoy a reserved seating section for SUMB alumni and guests immediately behind the band in the grandstands, or bring your instrument and sit with the band.

• Celebration, 5:00pm–7:00pm: Register to attend the 100th Anniversary Celebration at Stewart Hall.

Keep up to date! Visit the homecoming webpage, and follow SUMB Alumni on Facebook and @shipuband on Instagram.

Homecoming Parade 10:00am, Downtown and on-campus The parade steps off in town at 10:00am on King Street and enters campus from Prince Street at approximately 10:30am. The parade will travel on Adams Drive to Cumberland Drive and disband after passing the Ceddia Union Building (CUB). Bring a blanket or chair and take a seat to watch.

Seeking parade entries! Parade units are not just for student organizations—alumni are encouraged to enter! Join in the fun and get your friend group together, club, or organization. Enter as a walking unit or decorate a car/truck. Registration required.

ALUMNI RELATIONS STAFF | Lori Smith ’95-’07m, director; Stephanie Swanger, clerk typist ALUMNI BOARD OF DIRECTORS | Moriah Hathaway ’19, president, executive director, PA Commission for Women; Aven Bittinger ’20-’21m, president-elect, William & Hannah Penn Fellow, Commonwealth of PA; Steve Thomas ’04-’23m, immediate past president, planning director, Franklin County of PA; Andrea Addison ’77-’79m, adult probation officer, Dauphin County; JoAnn Baldwin ’81-’89m, exec. member-at-large, educator, St. Stephen’s Episcopal School; Tom Burnheimer ’87m, retired director of pupil services; Monica Chisholm ’82, retired school social worker; Johanna Cook ’92-’00m, vocational counselor, PA Dept. of Labor and Industry; Caryn Earl ’98, director, Bureau of Food Distribution, Dept. of Agriculture; Adam Friscia ’18-’21m, exec. manager, business development and government relations, Saxton & Stump; Barrie Ann George ’88’89m, vice president development and communications, Safe Harbour, Inc.; Dominic Giovanniello ’17, attorney, Mette; Dr. Emily Goodine ’07-’13m-’21edd, supervisor special education, Chambersburg Area School District; Michael Johnston ’11, administrative business partner, Google; Liz Kemmery ’04, exec. member-at-large, digital managing editor, Welcome.US; Dawn Kothe ’93, administrative coord., Main Line Endoscopy Centers; Michele Legge ’88, marketing specialist; Taylor Mason ’17-’18m, outreach archivist, PA House of Representatives; Melissa Morgan ’06-’08m, assistant state director, National Federation of Independent Businesses; Kelly Myers ’06-’10m, senior policy analyst, Loudoun County Office Emergency Management; Alecia Nezat-Pyne ’05-’07m, high school counselor, Commonwealth Charter Academy; Julie Perez ’91, educator, Washington County Schools, MD; Keith Russell ’17, financial advisor, UFinancial/MassMutual; Jordan Tegtmeyer ’00, associate dean, finance and administration, Princeton University; Bailey Welch ’18, assistant director residence life, Penn State Harrisburg; George Wise ’83, retired special education teacher

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RAIDERS IN ACTION Saturday, October 19 Football vs Kutztown, 1:00pm Men’s Soccer vs Lock Haven, 4:00pm

Raider Zone–SU Tailgate Tailgate lots open at 10:00am, behind Seth Grove Stadium Pick up your Ship alumni giveaways, register for door prizes, and enjoy light snacks and refreshments at the Alumni Tent. In the pedestrian tailgate lot, reconnect with academic departments, faculty, and student organizations in this tent-only tailgate area. Be prepared—review the tailgate policy online. Tailgating must conclude and lots vacated two hours after the football game ends.

• Face painting • Arcade-style photo booth • Dunk Tank—Donate for a cause to try to dunk the brothers of Kappa Sigma fraternity.

Half-time Programming • SU Marching Band Performance • Homecoming royalty crowning • Raiders Club tuition raffle

Homecoming Step Show Doors open at 6:30pm, show at 7:30pm, Memorial Auditorium Watch the student stepping groups take the stage to demonstrate their tradition and pride within each fraternity and sorority.

Hosted by the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 Harmonic Voices of Truth Worship Service 11:00am, St. Peter’s A.M.E. Church, 38 Stewart Place, Shippensburg

PLAN YOUR STAY

We are delighted to welcome you to spend the weekend in the area and are ready to assist you in identifying lodging.

The Courtyard by Marriott is adjacent to campus and provides the benefit of being able to walk to the tailgate area and football stadium. Visit online for the complete list of hotel options.

SUPPORT SHIP STUDENTS

Have you recently retired, or need to downsize your closet? If yes, then consider supporting the Raider Ready Professional Dress Closet by bringing gently used business attire donations to support SU students as they prepare for work-based experiential learning opportunities for their career journey. Drop off donations at the Career Center in the Ceddia Union Building (CUB), Room 108 on the rack/ bin. Please complete the donation form when you drop off items so we can send you a thank you note and receipt of donation for tax purposes.

Big Red’s Cupboard, our very own on-campus food pantry, is up and running but we need help keeping shelves stocked for our students. Bring unopened and nonexpired items for drop-off at the CUB Info Desk located on the lower level.

Items for each may be dropped off on Friday or Saturday of Homecoming weekend.

REGISTER TODAY! ship.edu/homecoming

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Post-Game Programming Stay immediately after the game to catch the full postgame SU Marching Band Performance.

MEET YOUR 2024-2025 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE BOARD AND NEWLY ELECTED BOARD DIRECTORS Moriah Hathaway ’19, Alumni Association President Moriah is the executive director for the Governor’s Advisory Commission for Women. A first-generation college student, Moriah is an alumna of the Wood Honors College where she also serves on the Wood Honor College Advisory Board. She was appointed to the Council of Trustees October 2023. Additionally, she is an alumna of Kappa Delta Phi NAS sorority.

EXECUTIVE BOARD Aven Bittinger ’20-’21m, President-Elect Aven is a William & Hannah Penn Fellow for the Commonwealth of PA Department of Health.

He was president of the Student Government association, a first-generation student, and a

resident assistant. He is also a twin and his brother is a Ship grad too!

Steve Thomas ’04–’23m, Immediate Past President Steve is planning director for Franklin County. He was a member of the SU Marching Band.

JoAnn Baldwin ’81-’89m Joann is a third grade teacher at St. Stephen’s Episcopal School in Harrisburg. She is an alum of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority and Harmonic Voices of Truth.

Liz (Vargo) Kemmery ’04 Liz is the digital managing editor for Welcome.US, a national initiative built to support those seeking refuge in the US and help them thrive. She is an alum of The Slate, and was previously director of creative services at Shippensburg University.

NEWLY ELECTED DIRECTORS Meet your newly elected directors that join the twenty-six member Alumni Board of Directors: Tom Burnheimer ’87m, Etters, retired director of Pupil Services for West Shore School District; Dr. Emily (McLaughlin) Goodine ’07-’13m, ’21edd, Waynesboro, supervisor for Special Education, Chambersburg Area School District; Michael Johnston ’11, Manassas, VA, administrative business partner at Google; Jordan Tegtmeyer ’00, Yardley, associate dean for Finance and Administration, Princeton University; and Bailey Welch ’18, Harrisburg, assistant director of Residence Life, Penn State Harrisburg.

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weekend Friday, May 31

and Saturday, June 1

It was a weekend full of reunions, memories, and friendship as we gathered for the annual Alumni Weekend Celebration.

We celebrated the Class of 1974’s 50th reunion, the 100th anniversary of the SU Marching Band, the 7th annual All-Greek Life reunion, and Golden Raiders.

From reunions to tours and dance parties, Ship alumni had a wonderful time revisiting old memories and making new ones! Join us next year in 2025 on Friday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31.

For more photos from this year’s Alumni Weekend, visit

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Empowering Futures: Career Week Ship’s biannual Career Week is a celebration of talent, ambition and community spirit that equips students with the skills and connections they need to thrive throughout their professional journey.

Spring 2024 Career Week kicked off the Thursday before the Job and Internship Fair with the Sailing into Success Fashion Show, sponsored by Enterprise Mobility.

The Fashion Show is spearheaded by SU’s First Lady, Colleen Patterson. From wardrobe design and choreography to the music, Patterson helps with it all to ensure the show is a success. The show’s purpose is to educate students on the distinct types of professional dress per industry and to make them aware of a free resource on campus, The Raider Ready Professional Dress Closet (RRPDC). The RRPDC is managed by the Career Center and is available during express hours or by appointment for students to get free professional clothing items. It is entirely donation driven and supported by members of the Ship community and beyond.

The Career Center hosts several other events to prepare students for the Job and Internship Fair. Spring 2024 events included the RRPDC Open House, Resumania (15-minute rapid resume reviews all day), and job fair success workshops. Out for Work, co-hosted by the PAGE Center, provided information to students regarding inclusive workplaces.

The Job and Internship Fair concluded Career Week with over 130 employers and 450 students in attendance. Students were able to practice their elevator pitch, inquire about their next internship, or add professionals to their network to aid them in their post-grad job search. Clark Associates, Enterprise Mobility, and Northwestern Mutual sponsored this event and contributed to its success.

Alumni and employers interested in attending a Job and Internship Fair or working with the Career Center can reach out via e-mail at career@ship.edu.

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milestones by submitting your news to Classnotes. Alumni news, which is compiled from your submissions and previously published materials, is arranged in the magazine alphabetically within each class year. Submissions are published as space and deadlines allow.

In Memoriam is published as a separate column. Please note, Classnotes may take up to six months to appear as a result of the publication schedule. Please limit submissions to 100 words or less. Photo submissions are welcome and are published as space permits. Please submit original, high-resolution photos (300 dpi).

There are three ways to submit information. For standard mail, complete the ‘Signal Us’ form on page 43. We look forward to hearing from you!

Disclaimer: Shippensburg University and its Alumni Association are neither responsible nor liable for the accuracy of information submitted to Classnotes.

Shippensburg University reserves the right to edit or remove submissions as appropriate.

STANDARD MAIL: Alumni Relations, Shippensburg University, 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA 17257-2299 E-MAIL: alumni@ship.edu ONLINE: ship.edu/alumni

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Dr. Fred R. Bailor Jr. ’63, Easton, MD, participated in a three-day genealogy seminar called, “Roots Tech 2024”. Bailor is a member of the National Genealogical Society and has been working on his family genealogical research for seven years.

Michael C. Morgan ’72, Poinciana, FL, has been inducted into the ChesMont League Hall of Fame. During his coaching career in golf and women’s softball, his teams earned 38 league championships and over 850 victories.

Metha (Bucher) Williams ’64-’67m, Orrtanna, retired from teaching and used the time to explore old passions. Proving that it is never too late to reclaim and nurture your own unique voice, Williams is reading her original poems on YouTube at “Metha’s Minutes”. Her first poem was printed in Ship’s Reflector in 1963.

Odrun E. Stevens ’65-’69m, St. Thomas, retired after 57 years of teaching with 35 years at Tuscarora School District and 22 years as a professor at Wilson College.

William E. Minsker ’68-’73m, Linglestown, was appointed as the Dauphin County coordinator for creating local events for the entire year to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in 2026.

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Fifty years later, Delta Zeta sisters, traveled to the Alamo in San Antonio in November 2023. From left to right, Cindy (Steele) Krill, Linda (Mandel) Baker ’75, Kay (Mumma) Kane ’75, Leola (Eisenhower) Gaugler ’74, Cindy (Brackbill) Stewart ’75, Brenda Lowry ’75, Karen “Kerrie” (Hockley) Woodruff ’75, Christine (Fies) Cather ’75, and Louise (Bomgardner) Bixler ’75.

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Edward Dodson ’73, Cherry Hill, NJ, continues to teach political economy and history for the Henry George School of Social Science. He’s also a volunteer member of the faculty of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Temple University.

Stephen L. Longenecker ’73, Harrisonburg, VA, published a book, Pulpits of the Lost Cause: The Faith and Politics of Former Confederate Chaplains during Reconstruction (University of Alabama Press).

Cynthia (Pelger) Sullivan ’73-’79m, Waynesboro, was honored by the Waynesboro Area School District for completing an eight-year school board term as board vice president.

Sullivan worked in public education for 35 years and then taught at Wilson College.

R. Michael Prest ’74, Carlisle, completed two lifelong goals—riding his bicycle in all 50 states and pedaling a total of 100,000 miles along the way. His most notable trip was a three-month, 4,400-mile odyssey across the country from Virginia to Oregon. He also biked 1,700 miles from Canada to Miami.

Kenneth L. Shur ’75’82m, Carlisle, ran his 10th consecutive Boston Marathon in April. Over the past 10 years, Shur has raised over $120,000 for DFMC cancer research.

Charmaine (Gricoskie) Welby ’75, Northumberland, published a book, Anthracite: Everyday Women-Extraordinary Lives. The book is a collection of ten true memoirs of women who lived in central PA. Available at Amazon.

Dr. Stan L. Bowie ’76, Knoxville, TN, was honored in January with the 2024 MLK Education Award by the Knoxville, Tennessee, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Commission.

The award was given as a reflection of Bowie’s commitment to providing education and professional development to future leaders in the greater Knoxville community, and personifying Dr. King’s aspirations for equality in education for community improvement.

Mark ’77 and Cheryl (Addison) ’78-’82m Mengle celebrated 45 years of marriage.

Stephen Harris ’79, Macungie, published a book, Shooter Marble, a paranormal mystery, and is available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

Chasing Spirits will be released later in 2024.

James W. Saxton ’79, Lititz, has made the “Super Lawyers” list for his 13th consecutive year and named to the Central Penn Business Journal’s “Power 100” list from 2021 to 2024.

Saxton is rated AV Preeminent by the Martindale-Hubbell rating service and has been named to the “Best Lawyers in America” list from 2016 to 2024.

1980s Michael H. Hady III ’80, York, president and CEO of the Powder Mill Foundation has been named in the Central Penn Business Journal’s Power 100. Hady oversees the work of the private foundation, created by the legacy of Louis J Appell Jr., a York County business leader and philanthropist who died in 2016.

Dr. John M. Shugars ’80, Carlisle, retired as deputy public defender from the Cumberland County Public Defender’s Office December 31, 2020.

In November 2022, Shugars was appointed as deputy attorney general assigned to the Tobacco Enforcement Section under the Public Protection Division of the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.

JoAnn Baldwin ’81-’89m, Harrisburg, presented at PA Educator Diversity Consortium’s Fifth Annual Educator Diversity Virtual Summit in June. Baldwin is a third-grade teacher at St. Stephens Episcopal School.

Barbara (Sloand) Bowker ’82, East Berlin, chief member experience officer at PSECU, is retiring after 37 years of impactful leadership at the credit union.

Judy (Clayton) Ehring ’82 and Connie (Cuffaro) Fickes ’82’87m reconnected again after many years while enjoying time together in Florida in February.

Robert H. Burnett ’83, Warwick, NY, is a self-employed marketing, media and business development consultant who just completed a long-term pharmaceutical marketing project, and is seeking a new business challenge.

Patricia Vahey ’83, Mitchell, IN, retired in September 2021 after 42 years of library work in academic, public, and school libraries. She was a director at three public libraries and worked at SHIP and IUB libraries.

Nick Boyer ’84, Louisville, CO, retired from Ball Aerospace as senior director of manufacturing after 40 years in Aerospace and Defense.

Lori (Turner) Bruno ’84, Blandon, cruising in Alaska with her shipmate Rhonda Wolfe ’84 to celebrate their 60th birthdays.

Dr. Patricia RichardsService ’86, Clarks Summit, received PartTime Faculty Excellence in Teaching and Instruction Award at Temple University. Richards-Service is an adjunct assistant professor at the Klein College of Media and Communication, Advertising and Public Relations.

Joel A. Flinchbaugh ’87, Carlisle, was voted Best CPA/Accountant in The Sentinel’s Best of Cumberland County Awards for 2024. Flinchbaugh joined SEK, CPAs and Advisors in 1987.

Barrie Ann (McBride) George ’88-’89m, Carlisle, received the Persimmon Award from the YWCA of Carlisle and Cumberland County. George was recognized for service on multiple boards, committees, and agencies, while also championing nonprofits and communities, demonstrating an enduring dedication to enriching society.

Patrick Reese ’89, Tipp City, OH, retired from the United States Air Force and Department of Veterans Affairs.

1990s Erin E. Connors ’90, Alexandria, VA, was promoted to associate director of Media Relations for the American Psychiatric Association.

Connors has been with the APA for 14 years.

Robert T. Hilliard ’90, Hookstown, Hilliard’s novel In Freedom’s Shadow won a 2024 International Firebird Book Award for African American Fiction and a Spring 2024 PenCraft Award as a Best Book for Historical Fiction.

Curtis J. Myers ’90, Strasburg, chairman and CEO at Fulton Financial Corp. has been named in the Central Penn Business Journal’s Power 100. Myers is responsible for setting the strategic direction and providing leadership for all aspects of Fulton Financial Corp. and Fulton Bank.

Dawn (Campbell) Bonsell ’91, Mechanicsburg, was promoted to chief, Internal Communication at the Defense Information Systems Agency Headquarters at Fort George G. Meade, MD. Claudia (Longwell) Gironda ’91, Ebensburg, after 32 years of excellence in medical sales, has accepted the head of sales training role at the startup, Ascensia Diabetes Care.

Ken Jaworowski ’91, Princeton Junction, NJ, was nominated for an Edgar Award for his debut novel, Small Town Sins. The thriller that follows three lost souls entangled in crimes in Central Pennsylvania, will be released in paperback in August and was sold to Sony TV for potential production.

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Class of 1992 classmates Cindy (Baker) Boyer ’92 (left) and Deena (Brouse) Kennedy ’92 (far right) had the honor of watching their Class of 2024 daughters and roommates Brooke Boyer ’24 and Ashley Kennedy ’24 graduate on May 11. Both of their older children, Brendan Boyer ’20 and Allison Kennedy ’20 also graduated from Ship in 2020.

Laurie (Lehman) Criswell ’92m, Bedford, retired as principal in June from Everett Area School District after a 37-year career in education.

Johanna (Williams) Jones ’92’00m married Scott Cook on May 20, 2023 in Camp Hill. The couple celebrated with her Phi Sigma Sigma sisters and other Ship alumni.

Robert S. Quick ’92, Hillsborough, is a NJBIZ 2024 “Leaders in Finance” honoree.

Quick is a Partner of Rosenberg Rich Baker Berman, PA, and managing member of RRBB Advisors, LLC. Quick has over 25 years of public accounting experience, serving public and private companies in various industries.

Nancy (Duckworth) Fisher ’93, Lancaster, was named chief financial officer and treasurer of Rhoads Energy, a 107-year-old company that offers heating and cooling equipment installation, residential, and commercial fuel delivery, and fleet fueling among other services.

The annual Delta Rho gathering this year was in Aruba to celebrate most of them turning 60 and they included an ATV adventure. From left to right, front row, Danielle (Douple) Chamberlain ’86, Kristi (Hammonds) Wasson ’87, Maureen Mankowich, Joni Caperelli ’87, and Deborah (Soriano) Mahler ’87.

Back row, Leanne (Scrimgeour) Lovice ’86, Kelli (Frace) Siehl ’86, Janice (Hollander) Sears ’86, Eileen (McHale) Perpiglia ’87, and Stephanie (Groves) Brown ’16.

Stephanie (Stull) Kimberly ’95, Gilbert, AZ, opened a private therapy practice in February 2023.

KimberlyCounselingServices.com Steven D. Lubart ’96, Carlisle, member in charge of SEK’s Camp Hill office and has been named in the Central Penn Business Journal’s Power 100.

As a member at SEK, CPAs & Advisors, Lubart has multiple roles that contribute to the growth and success of the organization, including chair of the Practice Development Committee, and a member of the management committee.

Michael Iaquinta ’97, Chandler, AZ, joins Fiesta Bowl Organization as senior vice president of Corporate Partnerships and Development. Iaquinta will lead the strategy and execution of impactful corporate partnerships and activation programs, identify and pursue new partnership opportunities for the organization’s year-round portfolio of events and engaging community activities, and oversee the development of enhanced fundraising efforts to support the philanthropic endeavors of Fiesta Bowl Charities, including its signature Palo Verde Wishes for Teachers initiative and nonprofit grants program.

Eight Shippensburg graduates and members of Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity got together at the end of the St. Petersburg pier on a Friday night in early April. From left to right, Bill Stambaugh ’87, Joe Tocci ’90, Tony Baldini ’88, John Bucher ’00, Don Mikes ’89, Scott White ’90, John Frisch ’92, and Max Hempt ’91.

Beth (Gaydos) Williams ’97, Elizabethtown, was hired as director of communications for Middletown Area School District.

Sabrina (Wentzel) Lindsay ’99’04m, Mechanicsburg, retired from Cumberland Valley School District after 24 years of service. Lindsay has been appointed director of the Bureau of School Support at the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Holly (Oughton) Lubart ’99, Carlisle, vice president of Government Affairs for the News/Media Alliance, made the Above & Beyond 2024 list from City & State Pennsylvania.

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2000s Lieutenant Colonel Jon Phillips ’01, Tijeras, NM, retired from the United States Air Force after 21 years of service.

Former members of Ship’s Men’s Rugby and Women’s Soccer gathered in Hanover to participate in the Defeat MSA 5K in honor of teammate and friend Chad Sprankle ’02. A Marine Corps veteran and former McSherrystown, PA police officer, Chad was diagnosed with Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) in the summer of 2021. From left to right, back row, Michelle (Hoffman) Swenson ’01, George McElwee ’98, Jeffrey Schrumm ’98, Jeremy Heusner ’02, Derek Getic ’98, Brent Brown ’00, and Eric Miller ’99. Front row, Ashley and Chad ’02 Sprankle, Sarah (Quinn) Grillo ’00, and Koren (Curtis) McKay ’00.

Not pictured is Russell Finley ’99.

Sadly, Chad passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024.

Caitlin (Heaney) West ’06, Shillington, was promoted to senior editor of the Neurology Today newspaper and Brain & Life magazine.

Megan (Straley) Becker ’08, Lancaster, published her second novel, Ship Mates, a romantic comedy set on a cruise ship.

Alexandra (Horvath) Aiken ’10 created the cover artwork.

Devan Drabik-Frey ’08, Camp Hill, director of Marketing and Communications at Penn State Dickinson Law is the recipient of the Central Penn Business Journal’s 2024 Women of Influence award.

Sarah Vogelsong ’08, Mechanicsburg, owns PUSH Play Performance LLC, which includes a sports agency, coaching, and sports performance consulting. It also organizes and operates the Central PA UNITY Cup every summer.

Shippensburg roommates and lifelong friends got together in March. From left to right, front row, Abby (Minder) Thompson ’99 and Nicki (Costlow) Bowers ’98-’00m.

Back row, Dori (Martin) Leister ’99, Jill (Carlen) Kababick ’99, Jill (Mowrer) Beachy ’99, and Steph (Waltz) Hunt ’99.

Anne (Bordell) Artley ’09 and husband John, Bloomsburg, welcomed a daughter, Emma, on January 21.

Aaron M. Cook ’09m, Waynesboro, was elected as the District 7 Representative (PA, NJ, DE, MD, DC, WV) of the Society of American Foresters Board of Directors.

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Kara (Chellis) Rahn ’99, Ridley Park, senior manager of Government and External Affairs, Pennsylvania American Water, made the Above & Beyond 2024 list from City & State Pennsylvania.

Lindsay Berkstresser ’10, Waterfall, was appointed counsel with UGI Corporation.

Berkstresser also serves as treasurer on the Board of Directors for the Women’s Energy Network Washington, DC, Chapter.

Pamela (Spayd) Shellenberger ’99, State College, a biologist with the US Fish and Wildlife Service Pennsylvania Field Office, helps with conservation work at Fort Indiantown Gap preserving the Eastern Regal Fritillary. Read the full article at fws.gov/media/winter2024-fish-wildlife-news

Eric Koch ’10, Latham, NY, defended his dissertation and earned a PhD in English from the University at Albany, SUNY. In virtual attendance for the defense was Shippensburg University English professor, Erica Galioto.

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Charles R. Black ’12, Williamsport, was promoted to be the National Voter Friendly Campus director at the Fair Elections Center where he has worked since 2018.

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Sarah (Holloway) Moreland ’12, Harrisburg, was named to Central Penn Business Journal’s 2024 Women of Influence list.

Moreland is a member of Saxton & Stump’s Regulatory and Government Affairs Group as a practicing attorney and lobbyist, serving as an advisor to clients on public policy issues, assisting with advocacy, analysis, research, and other government relations matters.

Briana (Miller) Rolshausen ’12 and husband Nicholas, Mount Carmel, welcomed a son, Roland, on December 2, 2023. He joins big sister, Jaclyn 12.

Charles J. Sabol ’12’13m, Mechanicsburg, graduated from Leadership Cumberland’s Fellows Program, where he completed a board internship serving as a nonvoting ex-officio board member of the Harrisburg Young Professionals Toastmasters club. Sabol is a CPA in the Camp Hill office of Boyer & Ritter LLC. Daryl Staley ’12-’13m, York, has been selected by the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) as a Young Leader Award Winner for 2024. Staley joined SEK’s York office in 2013 where he provides tax planning, tax compliance, and strategic business advisory services to closely held businesses and their owners.

Outside of the office, he serves as Treasurer of Margaret E. Moul Home, Finance Committee member of York Habitat for Humanity, and Board Member of York Builders Association.

Jason Brady ’14 and Amel Hajdarevic ’22 were awarded Life Saving Awards by the Silver Spring Township Police Department on February 28. Together the officers revived a non-responsive male in cardiac arrest. Their immediate actions that day resulted in the best possible outcome and full recovery of the patient today.

Samuel Frushour ’15m, Derwood, MD, was promoted to division chief for Policy, Practice and Strategic Communications with Office of Human Resources at Montgomery County Government.

Mary F. Oliveira ’15m, Enola, chief executive officer at the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, has been named in the Central Penn Business Journal’s Power 100. As president and CEO, Oliveira has a multifaceted set of responsibilities, including strategic planning, financial stewardship, and community engagement.

Sarah Kelly ’16-’17m married Jonathan Wagner ’14 in August 2023 at the PA Renaissance Faire with most of the guests from Shippensburg University to celebrate. The couple met through Ship’s chapter of “To Write Love On Her Arms”. The couple lives in York.

Greggory R. Whitcomb ’16, Harrisburg, tax manager for Brown Whitcomb graduated from Leadership Harrisburg Area’s Community Leadership Series Class of 2024.

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Hannah Famulare ’20 married Caleb Ancharski ’19, in Arizona on March 14. The couple lives in Phoenix, AZ. The couple celebrated with their Ship family and friends.

First row, left to right, Floyd Robinson ’69, Casey Petrie ’19, Maggie Myers ’21, Francesca Eastman Yaukey ’20, Ashlee (Miller) Madison ’06, Alana (Famulare) Miller ’15, Hannah (Famulare) Ancharski ’20, Caleb Ancharski ’19, Marybeth Famulare ’05m, Tara (Kreulen) Jumper ’95’97m, and Trever Famulare. Second row, left to right, Thomas Goetz ’19, Devin Miller ’13, and Evan Redding ’19. Photo courtesy of Lexi Wyatt Photography.

Tyler Rock ’20-’22m, Bayonne, NJ, accepted a position at New York University as the assistant director of Undergraduate Career Development in the Wasserman Center for Career Development located in New York, New York. He

is leaving The Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA, after serving two years as a Residence Life Coordinator.

Angela (Piper) Neil ’21, Fayetteville, started Angela’s Digital Workshops online and in-person. The workshops cover how to use Google, Canva, and AI sites and caters to everyone’s technological skill sets from basic to expert level.

In Memoriam Gregg P. Davis ’49 Glenn H. Leiphart ’51 Richard C. Stauffer ’51 Patricia (Magee) Campbell ’53 Virginia (Walck) Fitz ’53-’71m John W. Eppley ’54 Fred P. Polesky ’54 Marjorie (Flood) Strausner ’54-’63m Marjorie (Reed) Wilson ’54 Irene (Sgrignoli) Mangle ’55 Susan (Robertson) Minick ’56-’70m Gerald L. Moser ’56 Carol (Tenley) Dickinson ’57 William D. Elliott ’57 Helen (Koons) Gearhart ’57-’71m Percy A. Grimes ’57 Orrin Nearhoof ’57 Gary W. Baumgardner ’58 Richard E. Grau ’58 William L. Edwards ’59 Wendell Will ’59 Charles A. Gibb ’60 James S. Seibert ’60 Martha (Klinger) Gish ’61 Ronald D. Hart ’61 Richard A. Dilling ’62 Peggy (Barr) Eger ’62-’68m William M. L. Etter ’62 William A. Lauver ’63 Mary (Baker) Butts ’64-’67m Kenneth E. Hartz ’64-’66m Lee (Walborn) Huntingdon ’65m Ray H. Fleming Jr. ’66 Michael B. Ross ’66 Margaret M. Desmond ’67m Nancy (Shrader) Newkirk ’67m John R. Salov ’67 Ronald B. Shellhammer ’67 Susan (Shell) Gasswint ’68 Bernard A. Lomman ’68 Sandra (Eveland) Zielinskie ’68 Robert F. Destephano ’69 Nedra (Mouer) Lytle ’69-’77m Maurice L. Blose ’70 Dorothy E. Brodish ’70m Donald V. Joswick ’70 Thomas N. McKenney ’70

Frederick L. Nordai ’70 Fred C. Noye ’70m Walter J. Porowski ’70-’75m James E. Knox ’71 B. Michael Schaul ’71-’72m Gerald J. Benton ’72 Larry W. Cassell ’72m Col. Robert H. Clark ’72m Margaret (Defrank) Kieff ’72 Donald E. Noseworthy ’72m Earl R. Prosser ’72 Kathleen L. Ziegler ’72m Patricia (Quinn) Kochenderfer ’73 Cynthia (Luckenbill) Novak ’73 Philip M. Sciotti ’73 Deborah (Emminger) Zeigler ’73 Deborah (Koehler) Bucher ’74 Maj. Gen. Bobby F. Brashears ’74m Caryl (Sarka) Burrell ’74 Susan C. Leaphart ’74 Col. Earl L. Putnam ’74m John L. Shultz II ’74 Martha W. Smith ’74m Wilkes A. Wilcox Jr. ’74m Mark W. Bloss ’75 James H. Frey ’75-’77m Richard B. Hanf ’75 Richard J. Lerch ’75 Col. Lester Bennett ’76m Daniel G. O’Dell ’77 Leigh W. Price ’77m Nancy P. Curran ’78 Scott J. Hamill ’81 Kurt A. Snavely ’81 Christine (Devenney) Horn ’82 Carol (Aley) McFeely ’83m Vicki L. Myers ’83m Cindia (Davis) Stewart ’85m Geffery A. Hoskins ’86 Jane C. Shaar ’87 Dennie W. Smith ’87 Kim (Johnston) Nelson ’88m Michele M. Hamilton ’89m Patricia H. Greene ’90m Charles Morgan Butcher ’91m Kathryn (Keith) Guyer Ozelski ’93 Shelly (Shrader) Myers ’93 Kelly (Meyers) Brandt ’94 Paul D. Hunt ’00m Chad D. Sprankle ’02 James A. Stuart ’05-’07m Jennifer A. Homoki ’13m

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➊–➐ Alumni enjoyed an evening social at Appalachian Brewing Co., Mechanicsburg in conjunction with ShipGives. We thank everyone for attending and supporting ShipGives ’24. We hope you liked your ’24 limited edition ShipGives socks! Pictured: ➊ Barb (Sloand) Bowker ’82, Mary (Spanos) Wallenmeyer ’81, Denise Calabrese ’86, Ed Arke ’84-’92m, Craig Loundas ’81-’83m, Doug Harbach ’82; ➋ Front row: Carolyne (Scollay) Jordan ’93, Paula (Biesecker) Alcock ’92, Beth (Metzger) Conrad ’96-’03m, Jenny Truskey ’88; Back row: Galen Goss ’71-’73m, Moriah Hathaway ’19, Elizabeth Karper ’17, Kathy (Collabolletta) Frederick ’93, Trish (Farrell) Tinner ’89, Michele (Gegg) Legge ’88, Jill (Ibberson) Williamson ’88, Lori (Runkle) Langer ’96, Toni (Woll) Donley ’95-’09m; ➌ Heather Hockenberry ’17, Elizabeth Karper ’17, Allison Wilson ’17, Megan Lawrence ’17, John Nickey ’09, Bryan Lowe ’08-’17m; ➍ Kristie (Nicholas) Lowe ’10-’17m, Kaitlyn (Byrnes) Schroeder ’10, Lindsey Scheggia ’10; ➎ Jaren Bittinger ’20-’22m, Bailey Welch ’18, Emerson, Moriah Hathaway ’19, Nicole Welch; ➏ Martavis ’12-’20m and Kere (Trostle) ’00-’06m Washington; ➐ Tina and Preston ’98-’01m Byers. ➑–➒ Ship Happens in Denver, Colorado too! ➑ Alumni event hosts Doug Puchalla ’91, Kim (Manning) Ursetta ’94, and Brian Duffy ’91 hosted our alumni living in the Denver area at a Pittsburgh-themed restaurant and bar. ➓–⓬ Matt ’08 and Kristin ’08 Ramsay, Tony Diehl ’07, and Kyle Matthews ’08 hosted fifty alumni and friends in two alumni groups for a tour of the Denim Coffee headquarters in Chambersburg followed by a tasting. Pictured: ➓ the 10am tour group with photo taken by the 10am alumni event host, Moriah Hathaway ’19, ⓫ Steve ’75 and Kay ’73 (Wile) Loose; ⓬ Jason ’97 and April ’98 (Torbey) Ritter. ⓭–⓱ The Great American Pub in Conshohocken was the venue for our greater Philadelphia area alumni social with eighty alumni joining President Charles E. Patterson and the Alumni Association. Pictured: ⓭ Becky (Byrnes) Cosgrave ’86, Louise (Horn) Harris ’87, and Michelle Gilbert; ⓮ Carolyn Edwards ’81, Craig Loundas ’81-’83m, Stacey (Wyland) Berlinski ’90’92m, Mary Jo (Klimowicz ) Afflerbach ’89, and Joe Divis ’82; ⓯ Paul Gerlach ’85, Dan Lista ’84, Mark Talbot ’91, Tim Kleppick ’90, Mike Grover ’88, Gary Overly ’77, Matt Dobrowolski ’91, Walt Deininger, ’90, and Kevin Litwinko ’91; ⓰ Valerie Dumas-Williams ’79, Sarah (Johnson) Houston ’79, Beth Brooks ’78, and Sonia Haynes ’79; ⓱ Vicki (Wise) Burke ’90 and Kerry (Hendrickson) Pepper ’91. ⓲–•• Our Tour and Wine, Beer, and Cider Tasting event hosted at Mount Hope Estates was sold out with 140 alumni and friends participating from Washington DC, Maryland, and up through Pennsylvania into Philadelphia.

Pictured, ⓲ Alumni Association Board of Directors who ran check-in and greeted everyone are: Julie Perez ’91, Johanna (Williams) Cook ’92-’00m, Paula (Biesecker) Alcock ’91, Taylor Mason ’17-’18m, Dawn (Buller) Kothe ’93, and Andrea (Davis) Addison ’77-’79m; ⓳ Chad ’99-’11m and Jenny ’99 (Wetzel) Baker; ⓴ Steve and Pam ’97 (Martin) Bucher with Jill ’96 (Shollenberger) and Mark Hollar; •• Steph and Tim MacBain ’03, Kevin ’05 and Kristin ’04 (Bucy) Deissler, Bob ’03 and Nikki ’02 (Shubick) Rounay, Lisa ’04 (Hawbaker) and Steve ’04-’23m Thomas, Brent ’04 and Kristen ’03-’05m (Whitfield) Killinger, Doug Harbach ’82, and Drew Alosi ’06.

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2024 Alumni Association Golf Tournament at Iron Valley Golf Club

Ship Alumni Social and Ugly Sweater Night at Rookies

Friday, September 20; Shotgun start at 1:00pm

Join the Alumni Relations team for yuletide cheer when we find out who has the ugliest sweater of them all! Don’t have one? Cheer on your fellow alumni. We’ll provide appetizers, fellowship, and great fun (cash bar). Our private space is on the second floor (stairs required).

The tournament is one of the largest fundraisers for the Alumni Legacy Scholarship and the SU Alumni Association. Help by playing a round of golf and/or showing your support through a sponsorship, including being a phantom golfer if unable to participate.

Owners and operators Jonathan Byler ’97 and Kathy ’97 (Hallowell) Byler, along with director of operations, Jeff Harper ’85, look forward to welcoming their fellow alumni and friends to Iron Valley Golf Club—ranked the #8 course you can play in Pennsylvania by Golf Magazine.

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Ship Alumni Private Guided Tour(s) and Lunch at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History Saturday, October 5 Register for one of two private guided tours through the Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Our alumni tour guides are Carnegie Natural History Interpreter’s Andy ’71 and Sue ’73-’78m (Boyer) McLaren. Tours will be offered at either 11:00am or 2:00pm, with a group lunch in-between at 12:30pm. Watch your inbox and online for registration information.

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SHIPPENSBURG Legacy Pinning at Family Day Saturday, September 21 at 10:30am

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Be a part of a Ship tradition which honors the past and present and celebrates your family legacy at Ship!

Shippensburg alumni parents, grandparents, and aunts/uncles of currently enrolled students are invited to attend a special Legacy Pinning Ceremony with the President and the Alumni Association Board of Directors to welcome current students into the Ship family. tinyurl.com/ShipLegacy24

Homecoming 2024 Friday, October 18 and Saturday, October 19 We are looking forward to welcoming our alumni and friends to campus to celebrate Shippensburg University’s Homecoming 2024!

See page 35 for details. ship.edu/Homecoming

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Delta Rho Alumnae Reunion

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Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26, 2025 Save the date for the Delta Rho Alumnae Reunion in Shippensburg.

Over 175 alumnae are expected to attend. Watch your inbox for information from Delta Rho.

Derby Party 2025

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Saturday, May 3, 2025, 5:00pm–8:00pm Join President Charles E. Patterson, First Lady Colleen, and the Alumni Relations Office for this must-do event. Proceeds will benefit Shippensburg University students. Watch your inbox for more registration and additional event details!

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Dedication of the Rob Lieblein and Alera Group Forum From left to right, Lani Longarzo, Director of Major Gifts, Shippensburg University Foundation; Jerome M. Dean ’82, Chair, John L. Grove College of Business Advisory Board; Douglas Harbach, Chair, Shippensburg University Council of Trustees; Rob Lieblein ’83, Chief Development Officer, Alera Group; Dr. Charles E. Patterson, President, Shippensburg University; and Dr. John Kooti, Dean, John L. Grove College of Business.

On April 8, 2024, the Shippensburg University Council of Trustees, in recognition of Rob Lieblein’s outstanding philanthropy and commitment to Shippensburg University and its students, named the former Grove Forum, the Rob Lieblein and Alera Group Forum.

Shippensburg University President, Dr. Charles E. Patterson shared with guests, “It is an honor to stand before you today as we dedicate the Rob Lieblein and Alera Group Forum in the John L. Grove College of Business. With the naming of this space, we honor Rob’s journey as an entrepreneur and the future generations of Ship graduates who will benefit from Rob’s example and generosity.”

Rob, a 1983 Ship grad with a degree in accounting and mathematics/computer science, began his professional career at KPMG and enjoyed success there for the next 13 years. Always having the desire to be an entrepreneur, Rob left KPMG and started a business with his good friend, John Zentgraf ’80. Over the years, Rob and John acquired several companies, and at the same time started a consulting and investment banking firm that ultimately became focused on the insurance industry.

Rob focused his efforts on consulting and investment banking in the insurance industry which led to him being recognized throughout the country as one of the leading investment bankers in the insurance distribution industry. In 2017, to follow his dream of being an entrepreneur, Rob formed the Alera Group. Alera Group is 46

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an independent, national insurance and financial services firm created through the merger of 24 like-minded, highperforming, entrepreneurial companies.

While Shippensburg was a tremendous educational opportunity for Rob, the experience went beyond academics and helped to shape his personal and professional life. As a first-year student, Rob joined the Acacia Fraternity, and those experiences and relationships still exist today. Currently, Rob serves on the John L. Grove College of Business Advisory Board, and in 2022, Shippensburg University honored Rob with the Jesse S. Heiges Distinguished Alumnus Award in recognition of his achievements and contributions professionally and in his community.

Giving back to Shippensburg has always been a goal for Rob. “Shippensburg was a life-changing experience for me,” Rob remarks. “From the educational environment that allowed me to be successful in various career opportunities, to the lifelong friends I met who continue to be my best friends. The experience was amazing, and I want others to have the same opportunity.” In 2022, Rob established the Robert J. Lieblein College of Business Scholarship to help deserving students live the Shippensburg University experience.

The same year, he made a generous gift to renovate and enhance the Forum in the John L. Grove College of Business so current and future students can benefit from this great learning facility.

GETZ LEGACY GIFT ENSURES THE FUTURE OF FASHION Gail Getz was a generous force in fashion and design with friends remembering her as a good friend to the Fashion Archives and Museum at Shippensburg University.

Upon Gail’s passing in 2022, Gail provided a final tribute to Shippensburg University by leaving a legacy gift to the Shippensburg University Foundation for use at the Fashion Archives Museum to help secure its future endeavors and growth.

Born in Washington DC, Gail attended Woodrow Wilson High School and later graduated from McDaniel College in Westminster, MD. She also attended American University and the Corcoran School of Art. In her younger years, Gail was employed by the Federal Government, was a teacher, and worked as a visual merchandiser.

Gail was active in the Washington art scene and exhibited her work widely in the DC Metropolitan area, Virginia, Maryland, and New York. She was known for her work in watercolor, receiving numerous awards. Gail came to Harrisburg in 1971, serving as a curator for the State Museum of Pennsylvania for many years. After retiring, she continued to do consultant work and to write articles on decorative arts and costume for regional and national publications. She was also a member of the Costume Society of America and a long-time board member and enthusiastic supporter of the Fashion Archives and Museum at Shippensburg University.

Friends who knew her best shared that Gail generously gave her time and talent, serving the Fashion Archives and Museum. She was often there, helping and advising and was always available for a trip to Shippensburg to lend a hand to students and staff at the museum.

It is with great respect and appreciation for Gail’s philanthropy and time commitment to the Fashion Archives and Museum that she is remembered, and we thank her for her generosity.

Ship’s Women’s Volleyball Benefits from Gift to SU Foundation East Coast Volleyball, Inc. (ECVB) has established an endowment with the Shippensburg University Foundation, providing much-needed scholarships for Ship’s Women’s Volleyball program.

“ECVB is excited about enhancing the student experience for more studentathletes at Shippensburg University,” said Glen Lietzke of ECVB. Coach Leann Piscotty shared, “We are so incredibly grateful to receive the generous endowment from East Coast Volleyball Inc. and would like to thank them for selecting our program for this endowment. It is an exciting time for our program, and we look forward to building a consistent championship-level team with this endowment. These funds will help us be more competitive in our recruiting efforts. We truly appreciate this gift and thank East Coast’s Board of Directors for their hard work in supporting volleyball at all levels throughout the country.”

Jeff Michaels, athletic director, echoed Piscotty’s sentiment, “East Coast

Volleyball’s generous support will have a lasting It is an exciting impact on our volleyball time for our student-athletes and program, and we program. It will assist our look forward to coaches with recruiting. building a consistent Most importantly, along championship-level with the support from our other tremendous team with this volleyball donors, the endowment. funding will continue to —Leann Piscotty, Coach, help our students have Women’s Volleyball outstanding experiences at Ship.”

East Coast Volleyball, Inc., is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to fostering national and international junior and youth amateur sports competitions, including for young women and men enrolled in college.

The first volleyball scholarships will be available to award to student-athletes for the 2025-2026 academic year.

“Our Raider studentathletes are high achievers on and off the court and it is clear East Coast Volleyball Inc. recognizes that. We are thankful for their generous support, the opportunities they have created for our student-athletes, and the future of the volleyball program,” said Dr. Charles E. Patterson, president of Shippensburg University.

To make a gift to support the talented student-athletes of Ship’s Volleyball team, scan the QR code or visit: tinyurl.com/ SUVolleyScholar

50TH CLASS REUNION GIVING

Class of 1973 Dedication

The SU Foundation is grateful to the Class of 1973 for their 50th Reunion Class gift to support the production and installation of the new Ship letters in front of Stewart Hall. The class’s financial support is a testament to our alumni’s enduring spirit and commitment to Ship. These letters will greet new and prospective students as they begin their Ship journey and will be a place for graduating seniors to say farewell for now. A special thank you goes to the Class of 1973’s 50th reunion committee, Jo Anne (Rasmussen) Coy, Paul Dlugolecki, Bob Engle, Randy Hammond, and Linda (Dill) Topper Hoover.

See pages 2-3 for more highlights from the installation and dedication.

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