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Shepherdstown University Nursing Program Grant and Local Events

Around the Region - March 4, 2025 The Journal | Tuesday, March 4, 2025 By Staff In the latest issue of The Journal, notable developments in Shepherdstown are highlighted, including Dr. Laureen Donovan securing a $306,000 grant for the Nursing Program Expansion at Shepherd University, aimed at enhancing recruitment and

Bird Flu Risks and Folk Legends Like Veggie Man Inspire Local Zine

Bird Flu Risks and Folk Legends Like Veggie Man Inspire Local Zine

Bird Flu Brings Risks And Appalachian Folklore Inspires Zine, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Monday, March 3, 2025 By Staff This West Virginia Morning report from West Virginia Public Broadcasting discusses the risks posed by the spread of bird flu to wildlife and humans, particularly affecting those

Empowering Women: Shepherdstown Hosts Leadership Conference

Shepherding Women in Business Conference set for March 15 The Journal | Monday, March 3, 2025 By Staff The Shepherding Women in Business Conference, set for March 15 at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, aims to empower local women in their professional journeys. This inaugural event, hosted by Shepherd University Rotaract and

Shepherd University Names New Director for Civil War Center

Shepherd University Names New Director for Civil War Center

Murray named director of Shepherd University’s Civil War Center The Journal | Friday, February 28, 2025 By Staff Dr. Jennifer M. Murray has been named the new director of Shepherd University's Civil War Center, a pivotal organization located near important Civil War landscapes. A military historian with deep

Shepherdstown University Hosts Civil Discourse Event

Shepherd University, Stubblefield Institute continue Year of Civility with Common Reading event The Journal | Thursday, February 27, 2025 By Staff In a continuation of their Year of Civility initiative, Shepherd University, located in Shepherdstown, hosted an engaging discussion titled 'Democracy Awakening: In the Classroom and Beyond.' This event

Local Educators Discuss Discipline While Job Losses Hit Home

Local Educators Discuss Discipline While Job Losses Hit Home

Committee Chairs Focus On Discipline And Adjusting After Dream Federal Job Cut, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Wednesday, February 26, 2025 By Staff In a recent broadcast by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, education committee leaders discussed ongoing legislative efforts concerning school discipline, focusing on the impacts these

Shepherdstown Students Enhance Leadership Skills at Conference

Shepherdstown Students Enhance Leadership Skills at Conference

Students sculpt their futures during 2025 Student Leadership Conference The Journal | Wednesday, February 26, 2025 By Staff Shepherd University students honed their leadership skills during the 39th Annual Student Leadership Conference held in Shepherdstown on February 8. Themed ‘Sculpt Your Future,’ the event featured workshops focusing on communication, conflict resolution,