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Shepherd University Chorale to Premiere New Oratorio

‘Sprinkle Coast Dust on My Grave’: Masterworks Chorale to premiere new oratorio inspired by Mine Wars The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Staff The Shepherdstown Chronicle reports on the premiere of 'Sprinkle Coal Dust on My Grave,' an oratorio by Shepherd University alum Walker Williams, inspired

Shepherdstown Art Students Showcase Personal Health Journeys

Shepherdstown Art Students Showcase Personal Health Journeys

Shepherd University capstone projects highlight personal struggles with health, self perception The Journal | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During April, Shepherd University’s senior art students showcased their capstone projects in Shepherdstown, highlighting themes of health and self-perception. Notably, artists Shelby Fernatt and Collin Harper collaborated on the

Martinsburg Student Accepted into National Language Program

Martinsburg Student Accepted into National Language Program

Local homeschooler accepted into the National Security Language Initiative for Youth The Journal | Thursday, April 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Amelia Ramer, a local homeschooler from Martinsburg, has been accepted into the National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) program, allowing her to study the Korean language and culture in

Shepherd University's Relay for Life Raises Over $82,000

Relayers top goal for 2025 ‘Going for Gold’ event The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 By Staff The Relay for Life event at Shepherd University's Suzanne Shipley Wellness Center transformed this year, shifting to a noon-to-midnight schedule to accommodate more participants. Under the theme 'Going for

Shepherd University Students Shine at Sigma Tau Delta Convention

Shepherd University Students Shine at Sigma Tau Delta Convention

Five Shepherd University English students present work during Sigma Tau Delta International Convention The Journal | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 By Staff During the Sigma Tau Delta International Convention held from March 19-22 in Pittsburgh, five English students from Shepherd University's Alpha Gamma Kappa chapter showcased their research, including

Community Events and Activities Highlight Local Culture

Around the Region - April 16, 2025 The Journal | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 By Staff On May 17, the Shepherdstown Centennial Lions Club will hold a Community Yard Sale at the Shepherdstown Fire Department, inviting residents to sell their items from 8 to 11 a.m., with a $10 setup

Local Students Graduate from Stubblefield Institute Advocacy Program

Local Students Graduate from Stubblefield Institute Advocacy Program

Nine college students receive the Stubblefield Institute Community Leadership and Civil Advocacy Certificate The Journal | Tuesday, April 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway The Journal reports on the recent ceremonies celebrating the first graduating class of the Stubblefield Institute's Community Leadership and Civil Advocacy Certificate program, held at Shepherd