Vol. 6, No. 14 • October 1, 2021
President’s Points of Pride
Shepherd’s Counseling Services is here for you
October is Mental Health Awareness Month, which is the perfect time to remind you that Shepherd’s on-campus counseling staff is available to assist you as you face mental health challenges such as anxiety, stress, substance abuse, interpersonal violence, eating disorders, and managing the adjustment to being away from home. Students receive free and confidential counseling services on campus. For an appointment, complete an online request through RamPulse. Counseling Services is also a great resource for tips to keep our bodies and minds healthy, particularly during times of high stress. In fact, you can learn mindfulness practices each week through Meditation Monday (12:10 p.m. in the Cumberland Room; via Zoom the last Monday each month), and get tips for improving your well-being on Wellness Wednesdays. Visit the Counseling Services website to access the many resources available to you, including phone and text numbers for 24-hour crisis lines. In case of a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or 9-911 from a campus phone.
The School of Nursing featured in October issue of The Observer
Steve Pearson of The West Virginia Independent Observer, based in Shepherdstown, came to Erma Ora Byrd Hall to talk to the faculty and students of the School of Nursing. The result is a lovely story in the October issue of The Observer about the Shepherd nursing program. Read it online or look in your mailbox soon for a printed copy. Thanks to The Observer for sharing information about the Shepherd School of Nursing with the community.
‘Do it for Babydog’ winner among us!
Last week, a member of the Shepherd family won big in the “Do it for Babydog” COVID vaccination sweepstakes. Danielle Stephenson, 2020 Shepherd graduate and current graduate assistant in student community service, pursuing a master’s degree in college student development and administration, won a full scholarship to any public college or university in West Virginia, including room and board, tuition, and books; a prize valued at over $100,000. Danielle tells us that she plans to use the scholarship to pursue her Ph.D. in higher education.
Dr. Sam nominated for AAAA 50 Under 50
Janine Sam, assistant professor of business administration, has been nominated by the Association of African-American Financial Advisors to the 50 Under 50 program.
The second annual AAAA 50 Under 50 program recognizes and celebrates influential Black/African American licensed financial advisors, planners, consultants, and operations/ administrative executives in the financial services industry. Each year, a committee reviews nominations to create a list of 50 outstanding financial advisers or industry professionals supporting advisers who are 50 or younger. Honorees are judged on their accomplishments, contribution to the industry, leadership, and promise. Congratulations, Dr. Sam!
Tabler Farm tree planting event on October 9
The Agricultural Innovation Center at Tabler Farm is starting a native food forest that will benefit wildlife and serve as a food source for human consumption. The farm is hosting a tree planting event on Saturday, October 9, at 10 a.m. Student and community volunteers, including families, are invited to help plant eight persimmon, four service berry, and four redbud trees from the Cacapon Institute via the Carla Hardy CommuniTree grant program. The farm will provide all materials needed. Volunteers only need to come with appropriate outdoor wear. To volunteer, email the farm at shepherdfarm@shepherd.edu.
News
School of Music to host October 11 Visitation Day
The Shepherd University School of Music will host a Visitation Day on Monday, October 11, for high school seniors and juniors, and transfer students who are thinking about pursuing a degree in music at Shepherd.
WISH awards 2021 grants to community nonprofits and Shepherd University learning projects
WISH, a women’s giving circle sponsored by the Shepherd University Foundation, awarded four grants totaling $125,000 collectively to community nonprofits Berkeley County Meals on Wheels and Shenandoah Community Health Foundation, and Shepherd learning projects College of Business Analytics Lab and Shepherd University Lifelong Learning.
Shepherd football drops in polls
Shepherd University is ranked 21st in the latest AFCA Division II Coaches' Poll and 19th in the latest D2Football.com poll. Shepherd (3-1) dropped a 37-29 decision to Kutztown on Saturday, September 25. The Rams return to action on Saturday, October 2, when they host undefeated Shippensburg for a noon contest at Ram Stadium.
Shepherd University fall semester going well despite COVID-19 threat
The current surge in COVID-19 cases has not prevented Shepherd University from offering students a near-normal fall 2021 semester, while keeping the spread of the coronavirus to a minimum. “I think we’ve done exceptionally well,” said Holly Morgan Frye, vice president for student affairs and chair of the campus health task force.
Physical education students certified to teach archery
More than 30 physical education majors are now qualified to teach archery when they become school teachers. On September 17, the students participated in Basic Archery Instruction taught by two officers from the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources.
English students present at Hood College conference
Three Shepherd University students presented papers as part of Hood College’s fifth annual undergraduate and graduate “Discovering the Humanities” conference on Saturday, September 18.
Ohmke garners PSAC weekly honors
Senior middle hitter Georgia Ohmke of the Shepherd volleyball team was named PSAC East Defensive Athlete of the Week.
Sports Score Roundup
West Chester downs Shepherd men’s soccer
Women’s soccer edged by Lock Haven
Shepherd men’s golf finishes 11th at Davis and Elkins Invitational
Shepherd volleyball tops Shippensburg in conference opener
Shepherd football falls to Kutztown; Bagent sets passing mark
Shepherd men’s soccer falls to Slippery Rock
Shepherd cross country teams compete at Dickinson Long-Short Invitational
Upcoming Events
Friday, October 1
11 a.m.-1 p.m. First Friday! J.C., COVID vaccine clinic, free Kona Ice, and free T-shirts on the Midway
7 p.m. Fried Green Tomatoes movie screening and discussion with Dr. Benjamin Bankhurst, Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education auditorium and Zoom
7 p.m. Women’s volleyball at East Stroudsburg
Saturday, October 2
Noon Football vs. Shippensburg (Hall of Fame Weekend)
2 p.m. Women’s soccer at Millersville
2 p.m. Women’s volleyball at Kutztown
3:30 p.m. Men’s soccer at Millersville
Monday, October 4
12:10 p.m.-12:50 p.m. Meditation Mondays, Cumberland Room
First day of mid-term exams
Wednesday, October 6
1 p.m. Men’s soccer vs. Lock Haven
1 p.m. Virtual guided meditation on Zoom, sponsored by TRIO/SSS and Counseling Services
3:30 p.m. Women’s soccer vs. Salem
Thursday, October 7
7:30 p.m. Shepherd Salon Series: Revival, Rearrange, Reconsider with Jeremy Koch and Molly Orlando, Frank Center
Friday, October 8
Last day of mid-term exams
Last day to apply online for May and August 2022 graduation
7 p.m. Women’s volleyball vs. West Chester
7:30 p.m. West Virginia Music Teachers Association State Conference guest artist concert, Frank Center ($10 at the door; free for Shepherd faculty, staff, and students)
Saturday, October 9
10 a.m. West Virginia Music Teachers Association master class with violinist Andrew Sords, Frank Center W.H. Shipley Recital Hall
1 p.m. Football at Lock Haven
1 p.m. Men’s soccer vs. East Stroudsburg
2 p.m. Women’s volleyball vs. Millersville
3:30 p.m. Women’s soccer vs. East Stroudsburg
Monday, October 11
Second-half semester classes begin
8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. School of Music Visitation Day
12:10 p.m.-12:50 p.m. Meditation Mondays, Cumberland Room
Tuesday, October 12
Mid-term grades available on RAIL
Wednesday, October 13
Noon Men’s soccer at University of the District of Columbia
1 p.m. Women’s soccer vs. Kutztown
Thursday, October 14
Fall Break
Shepherd University news and events are available here.
Athletics news and schedules are available here.
Dana L. Costa
Executive Director, University Communications
Shepherd University
P.O. Box 5000
Shepherdstown WV 25443-5000
