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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

Shepherd University Leaders Discuss Business Growth in Berkeley Springs

University president, Caperton Furnitureworks owner talk state of business, entrepreneurial spirit in West Virginia The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 8, 2025 By Staff During the Country Roads Angel Network meeting at the Bavarian Inn, Shepherd University President Mary Hendrix highlighted the entrepreneurial initiatives empowering students in the local business landscape,

Shepherd University Welcomes Global Leaders in PBM Strategy Session

Shepherd University Welcomes Global Leaders in PBM Strategy Session

Shepherd University hosts international leaders in photobiomodulation global strategy session The Journal | Wednesday, May 7, 2025 By Staff Shepherd University in Shepherdstown hosted an international gathering of leaders in photobiomodulation (PBM) on April 28, aimed at strategic planning and collaboration in health applications. Participants included experts from Canada, Australia, and

Martinsburg Educator Honored by Delta Sigma Theta at Brunch

Martinsburg Educator Honored by Delta Sigma Theta at Brunch

Alfonso recognized by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority EPAC alongside several students and community members The Journal | Monday, May 5, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During the annual Jazz Brunch and Silent Auction on April 12, Dr. Jessica Alfonso, assistant superintendent for Equity and Inclusion, was honored as the educator of the

Shepherd University and Caperton Furnitureworks Foster Local Entrepreneurship

Shepherd University and Caperton Furnitureworks Foster Local Entrepreneurship

University president, Caperton Furnitureworks owner talk state of business, entrepreneurial spirit in West Virginia The Journal | Friday, May 2, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway During a panel discussion at the Bavarian Inn, Shepherd University President Mary Hendrix emphasized the entrepreneurial spirit fostered within local students, highlighting successful internships and community art

Harpers Ferry Celebrates World Fiddle Day and Honors Scholars

Around the Region - May 4 The Journal | Thursday, May 1, 2025 By Staff The Journal reports that Harpers Ferry will host its inaugural World Fiddle Day on May 17, celebrating traditional music from Appalachia and beyond through a variety of events including workshops and concerts, all aimed at supporting

Shepherd University Students Present Capstone Projects in Ranson

Capstones presented The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, May 1, 2025 By Staff On April 22, Shepherd University senior Belle Harvey showcased her capstone project on 'Juvenile Delinquency Across the United States' in the Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History & Education. She was among 17 graduating seniors from