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Shepherdstown Volunteers Enrich Campus Life at Shepherd University

Leaving a lasting impact: Community volunteers help Shepherd University to thrive The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Staff Community volunteers, led by residents like Elisabeth Staro, have enhanced Shepherd University’s campus this summer by designing and planting new flower beds at the King Street entrance and supporting

Shepherd University Leader Dr. Hendrix to Retire in 2026

Shepherd University President Announces Plan To Retire At End Of School Year The Independent Observer | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix has announced her plan to retire as the President of Shepherd University at the conclusion of the 2025-2026 academic year. This significant leadership

Shepherdstown Kicks Off 'We the People' Constitution Day Parade

Shepherdstown Kicks Off 'We the People' Constitution Day Parade

Shepherdstown’s civic spirit marches on The Register~Herald | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway On September 20, Shepherdstown will host its inaugural Constitution Day parade, dubbed the 'We the People' parade, at 10 a.m. on German Street, culminating in a community celebration at Town Hall.

Shepherdstown and Shepherd University Forge Collaborative Efforts

Shepherdstown and Shepherd University Forge Collaborative Efforts

Shepherdstown mayor talks growth of town and gown relationship with Shepherd University The Journal | Thursday, September 11, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In an effort to strengthen the relationship between Shepherd University and Shepherdstown, Mayor James Gatz announced collaborative initiatives intended to benefit both the town and the university. Discussions with

Shepherdstown Welcomes New Director of Civil War Center

George Tyler Moore Center for the Study of the Civil War welcomes new director The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 4, 2025 By Staff On August 28, the George Tyler Moore Center for the Study of the Civil War in Shepherdstown introduced its new director, Jennifer Murray, during a public lecture.

St. Peter's Lutheran Church Hosts Warm Welcome for Shepherd Students

Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church holds week of welcome for returning Shepherd students The Shepherdstown Chronicle | Thursday, September 4, 2025 By Staff St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Shepherdstown hosted a week of welcome for returning Shepherd University students, providing free lunches and a supportive atmosphere as they acclimated

Shepherdstown DAR Awards Scholarship to Elizabeth Cushwa

Shepherdstown DAR Awards Scholarship to Elizabeth Cushwa

DAR awards Shepherd University Scholarship The Journal | Tuesday, September 2, 2025 By Staff The Pack Horse Ford Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution in Shepherdstown has awarded a scholarship to Shepherd University student Elizabeth Cushwa, majoring in historic preservation. Honoring esteemed member Ruth Power Thacher, this