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Shepherdstown Celebrates 52 Graduates at Commencement Ceremony

52 graduate degrees conferred during 152nd Commencement Ceremony at Shepherd University The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Staff At Shepherd University's 152nd Commencement Ceremony, held at the Butcher Center, 52 master’s and doctoral degrees were awarded to graduates, illuminating the academic achievements of local students.

Shepherd University's New Multi-Purpose Facility Starts Construction

Shepherd University Breaks Ground For Multi-Purpose Facility The Independent Observer | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On May 14, Shepherd University held a ceremonial groundbreaking for a new multi-purpose dining facility, enhancing campus life for students and the local community. The initiative, reported by The Independent Observer, marks a

Shepherd University's New Dining Hall Nears Completion

Shepherd University’s new dining hall and multipurpose building is under construction West Virginia Press Association | Thursday, May 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Shepherd University has commenced construction on a new dining hall and multipurpose building, enhancing campus facilities near Shepherdstown. Funded with $30 million from contributions by Rep. Riley

Shepherdstown University Breaks Ground on New Dining Facility

Shepherdstown University Breaks Ground on New Dining Facility

Shepherd University’s new dining hall and multipurpose building is under construction The Journal | Wednesday, May 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Shepherd University has begun construction on a new dining hall and multipurpose building, marking a pivotal development for students in Shepherdstown. Funded by Rep. Riley Moore and former Sen.

Local Graduates Shine at Shepherd University’s 152nd Ceremony

Local Graduates Shine at Shepherd University’s 152nd Ceremony

152nd Commencement Ceremony celebrates graduation of nearly 450 students from Shepherd University The Journal | Sunday, May 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Shepherd University celebrated its 152nd Commencement Ceremony, where nearly 400 students from the local area received their degrees. Among the speakers, Student Government Association President Paul Teter emphasized resilience

Local History Highlights: Influential Figures and Events

This week is history The Journal | Saturday, May 10, 2025 By Staff This week's historical highlights from The Journal reflect notable events in West Virginia's history, emphasizing local figures and occurrences relevant to nearby towns. Among them are the birth of influential filmmaker Ellis Dungan, who

Shepherd University Students Shine in Innovation Competition

Shepherd University Students Shine in Innovation Competition

Shepherd University students place in West Virginia Innovation + Business Model Competition The Journal | Friday, May 9, 2025 By Staff Students from Shepherd University, located in Shepherdstown, achieved notable success at the West Virginia Innovation + Business Model Competition, taking two of the top three prizes. Senior Malakai Hanson won second place