Vol. 6, No. 9 • August 27, 2021
President's Points of Pride
With the start of a new semester comes the launch of a new and exciting initiative! The University-wide Communications & Marketing Council, a group of Shepherd leaders getting together to share challenges and opportunities related to social media, websites, marketing efforts, branding, multimedia, and public relations.
The aim of this Council is to:
- Ensure that all colleges, schools, institutes, and administrative units are working together to further our University among our various audiences
- Create a cohesive brand where all units know how to best use the University logo, colors, and messaging
- Share information, knowledge, ideas, and concerns regarding communications and marketing plans, campaigns, and strategies
- Improve the quality of our communications and marketing efforts to maximize our investments
- Collaborate on efforts, as appropriate, to reduce duplication of staff and materials cost
The first meeting will happen soon and there will be opportunities for many of you to get involved in the various planned focused subcommittees.
PSAC Social Justice Task Force, co-chaired by Chauncey Winbush, adopts strategic plan
The Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Board of Directors recently adopted a conference-wide strategic plan to support the leagues' social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. The strategic plan is a product of a seven-month effort from the Social Justice Task Force that was formed in December 2020. The Social Justice Task Force consists of 22 student-athletes, coaches, faculty members, and campus administrators representing each of the conference’s 18-member institutions. The task force has been co-chaired by Shepherd University vice president for athletics Chauncey Winbush and Slippery Rock Associate athletic director Torry Rollins. "I am very proud of the plan the Task Force has put together," explains PSAC Commissioner Steve Murray. "The collaboration and thoughtfulness that the Task Force members put in over these last several months has set a high standard for our league." Read more about the strategic initiatives outlined in the plan on the PSAC website.
When We Were Young and Unafraid auditions next week
Shepherd's Contemporary Theatre Studies Program in the Department of Contemporary Art & Theater announces auditions for When We Were Young and Unafraid, by Sarah Treem, on Tuesday, August 31, and Wednesday, September 1, at 7pm in the Marinoff Theatre. Director kb saine will cast four women and one man of all ages, races, abilities, and experience levels (understudy opportunities may arise). Rehearsals will begin mid-September, with live performances in front of live audiences Fridays-Sundays from November 5 - 14. Visit the production website for information about the play, its themes, COVID safety protocols, and audition requirements — as well as information about available technical roles.
Register for CPR/AED training
The Wellness Center is partnering with Nick Mummert and the automated external defibrillator (AED) campus initiative to bring free CPR/AED training* to you! The course includes three hours of online study and six hours of on-site training, offered one Saturday each month through the rest of 2021. In addition to learning proper CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants, course participants will be taught how to handle choking emergencies, sudden illness and rescue breathing situations, and common first aid skills. To register, stop by the Wellness Center front desk or call (304) 876-5300.
*All participants will need to purchase a resuscitation mask at the Wellness Center prior to training.
Join in celebrating our art students' achievements
The Phaze 2 Gallery will host a reception on Monday, August 30 to recognize the artists featured in the 2021 Student Honors Exhibition. The exhibition, which runs through September 17, was curated by Jason Hackett, assistant professor and studio manager at VCUarts and noted ceramicist, and features works from across multiple disciplines. The reception and the exhibition are at the Phaze 2 Gallery located at 92 W. Campus Drive in Shepherdstown. As always, Phaze 2 events are free and open to the public. Due to University policy, all attendees are required to wear a mask, regardless of their vaccination status.
Be part of the JC the Ram fam!
We proudly call the Shepherd community the Ram Fam, but you can be part of the JC the Ram’s fam by helping care for JC, our beloved ram mascot. JC’s handler, Michelle, is always looking for help preparing him for various events and helping while he meets his adoring fans. Speaking of fans, Speaking of fans, JC has his own website, where you can sign up to be part of the Ram’s Fam or request that he make a guest appearance at your event.
In the News
Shepherd Department of Computer Science, Mathematics, and Engineering receives $1.5 million NSF grant for scholarships
Students studying computer science, mathematics, and engineering at Shepherd University will have access to additional scholarship money thanks to a $1.5 million National Science Foundation Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program grant.
Seeding Your Future earns national recognition
Shepherd University’s Seeding Your Future program received the 2021 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the largest and oldest diversity and inclusion publication in higher education.
Bowley signs with Gateway Grizzlies
Former Ram standout pitcher Steve Bowley has signed with the Gateway Grizzlies of the Frontier League.
Fall Criminal Justice Lecture Series begins with talk by U.S. Capitol Police officer
The Department of Sociology, Criminology, and Criminal Justice begins its monthly Criminal Justice Lecture Series for fall semester on Wednesday, September 15, with a talk by Darieck Barr, recruiter and officer with the United States Capitol Police, who will discuss his career as well as opportunities with the U.S. Capitol Police.
Constitution Day events announced
The Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education is pleased to announce that the speaker for the 17th annual Tom E. Moses Memorial Lecture on the U.S. Constitution will be Dr. Ray Smock, former historian of the U.S. House of Representatives and currently the interim director of the Byrd Center. His topic, “Re-Energizing the American Experiment,” will be presented on Zoom and in-person on Thursday, September 16, at 7:30 p.m. in the Byrd Center auditorium. For more information or to RSVP for the event, visit the Constitution Day website.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, August 29
Monday, August 30
Tuesday, August 31
Wednesday, September 1
Thursday, September 2
4:15 p.m. Board of Governors meeting, Storer Ballroom 302, Student Center
7 p.m. Football at Ohio Dominican
7 p.m. Women's soccer at Chestnut Hill
Friday, September 3
2:30 p.m. Women's volleyball vs. Frostburg State
5 p.m. Women's volleyball vs. Tusculum
8 p.m. Men's and women's cross country at Shippensburg
Saturday, September 4
1 p.m. Men's soccer vs. Goldey-Beacom
4:30 p.m. Women's volleyball vs. Ohio Dominican (at Indiana, PA)
7 p.m. Women's volleyball vs. Indiana, PA
Monday, September 6
Labor Day — University closed
Saturday, September 11
Thursday, September 16
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
