Vol. 7, No. 10 • September 2, 2022

 

President’s Points of Pride  

I am delighted to announce the selection of Ashley Horst, fundraising and marketing expert, as the next director of The Bonnie and Bill Stubblefield Institute for Civil Political Communications at Shepherd University, beginning September 26. Since 2008, Horst has served in various fundraising, marketing, and communications roles for Hospice of the Panhandle, a not-for-profit providing hospice and palliative care to residents of the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. In addition to her work at Hospice, Horst has volunteered in the region for more than a decade, including for the United Way of the Eastern Panhandle and Eastern West Virginia Community Foundation. She holds a B.A. in mass communications with a minor in sociology from Shepherd and an M.A. in communications, culture, and technology from Georgetown University. I deeply appreciate the difficult job performed by the Search Committee and Advisory Board in reviewing many qualified candidates for the position. As a Shepherd alumna and former Debate and Forensics Team member, Horst will serve as a role model for our students. I would also like to gratefully acknowledge the interim leadership of Greg Fields. He and his colleagues did an exemplary job advancing the mission of the Institute and attracting new leadership. 

 

First Friday returns! 

Join the Division of Student Affairs for this month’s “I Love Shepherd” First Friday event on September 2, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The Student Affairs team will be in front of the Student Center, handing out positive energy and enjoying an opportunity to celebrate our students! Wear your Shepherd gear or “I Love Shepherd” t-shirt if you have one! Let’s start September right! Giveaways for students who share how they are transforming Shepherd through support for inclusion, social justice, and diversity. 

 

Volleyball team undefeated after Ram Rumble 

The women’s volleyball team dominated the Ram Rumble, held August 26-27 at the Butcher Center, finishing the weekend 5-0. On August 26, the Rams defeated Alderson Broaddus, Chowan, and Felician. The next day, Shepherd won a pair of matches against Dominican and Shaw. The team travels to New Jersey for the Georgian Court Tri-Match, playing Queens College on Friday, September 2, then two matches—against The College of Saint Rose and Georgian Court University—on Saturday, September 3. The team is back in action at the Butcher Center on Tuesday, September 6. 

 

Shepherd ranked sixth in D2Football.com poll, three named to Elite 100 Watch List 

The Shepherd football team is ranked sixth in the 2022 D2Football.com Preseason Poll. Shepherd is coming off a 13-2 overall mark after advancing to the national semifinals in 2021. D2Football.com also named three players to its Elite 100 Watch List. Senior quarterback Tyson Bagent was a first-team selection, senior offensive lineman Joey Fisher earned second-team honors, while senior defensive end Kyle Smith gained squad team accolades. 

   


News

School of Nursing offers scholarships, computers to students in Future of You: Be a Nurse program 

A group of nursing students gathered in the Erma Ora Byrd Hall atrium Wednesday afternoon to celebrate the beginning of their education journey and to win a drawing for either a new laptop computer or Shepherd University Bookstore gift card. They are part of a new program called The Future of You: Be a Nurse, started this year with a $998,709 CARES Act grant from West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice’s Nursing Workforce Expansion Program through the Higher Education Policy Commission.  

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Ashley Horst named director of The Bonnie and Bill Stubblefield Institute for Civil Political Communications at Shepherd University 

Ashley Horst, experienced fundraising and marketing professional, will serve as director of The Bonnie and Bill Stubblefield Institute for Civil Political Communications at Shepherd University, beginning September 26. Since 2008, Horst has served in various fundraising, marketing, and communications roles for Hospice of the Panhandle, a not-for-profit providing hospice and palliative care to residents of the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. 

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Shepherd football downs Southern Connecticut State  

Senior quarterback Tyson Bagent completed 33-of-43 passes for 394 yards and five touchdowns, and junior running back Ronnie Brown rushed 10 times for 113 yards and a pair of scores to lead Shepherd to a 48-7 win over Southern Connecticut State in the season opener for both schools at Jess Dow Field in New Haven, Connecticut. 

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Scarborough Society Gala takes guests down the rabbit hole 

The annual Scarborough Society Gala to support Shepherd’s Scarborough Library took place on August 12 at the Bavarian Inn. The black-tie-optional event embraced the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland, based on the classic novel by Lewis Carroll.  

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Shepherd University Foundation announces new nursing scholarship 

The Shepherd University Foundation announces the creation of the Michael and Dianne Rissler Alvarez Scholarship for Nursing, established in memory of Michael “Mike” Alvarez and in honor of his wife, Dianne Rissler Alvarez. The scholarship was established by members of the Alvarez family and will support students pursuing studies in nursing.  

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2022 Edition of the ‘Anthology of Appalachian Writers’ available, September 24 reading planned 

The Center for Appalachian Studies and Communities announces that the newest volume of the “Anthology of Appalachian Writers, Volume XIV: Marie Manilla” is now available in bookstores. A special reading from the volume is scheduled for Saturday, September 24, at 5 p.m. at Four Seasons Books in Shepherdstown. 

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Phaze 2 Gallery opens new exhibit 

The Phaze 2 Gallery opens the academic year with an exhibit based on the Fall 2021 class Speculative Sex taught by Kay Dartt, clinical assistant professor of art at Shepherd, and Taylor Hokanson, associate professor of art at Columbia College Chicago. The exhibit, which is free and open to the public, opens with a reception on Tuesday, September 6, at 5 p.m. and will run through September 29. Gallery hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 6-8 p.m.  

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26th Appalachian Heritage Festival scheduled for September 24 

For 26 years, Shepherd has hosted an annual festival highlighting the rich multicultural traditions that make up Appalachia. On Saturday, September 24, the Appalachian Heritage Festival celebrates the voices of Appalachian women with soul and blues artist Lady D, string band The State Birds led by award-winning fiddler Tessa Dillon, and contemporary country musician and Shepherdstown native Olivia Ellen Lloyd. Events include a diverse range of free workshops and a showcase concert on Saturday night. All events are free and open to the public, but donations are appreciated.  

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Writer-in-Residence events with Barbara Kingsolver scheduled for September 23-30 

Internationally acclaimed novelist, essayist, and poet Barbara Kingsolver will visit Shepherd University September 27-29 as the 2022 Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence. Kingsolver will be awarded the Appalachian Heritage Writer’s Award on Thursday, September 29, and participate in several activities and programs on campus and in the local community.  

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Coach Walter Bar Locker Room Dedication planned for September 16 

Shepherd will host the Coach Walter Barr Locker Room Dedication on Friday, September 16, at 6 p.m. at the Kenneth J. Boone Field House at Ram Stadium. Shepherd will host a tour of the newly renovated locker room and officially dedicate the Coach Walter Barr Locker Room. 

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Sports Roundup 

August 31: Women’s soccer falls at #13 Kutztown Read more » 

August 31: Men’s soccer knocks off UPJ Read more » 

August 28: Women’s soccer tops St. Thomas Aquinas Read more » 

August 27: Men’s soccer team battles to scoreless tie with Bloomfield Read more » 

August 25: Men’s soccer falls in season opener Read more » 



Upcoming Events

Friday, September 2 

Last day for instructor-approved late adds via RAIL 

Last day to change a course from credit to pass/fail status 

11 a.m.-1 p.m.—First Friday, sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs, Student Center (outside) 

5 p.m.—Women’s volleyball vs. Queens (Georgian Court Invitational) 

8 p.m.—Women’s and men’s cross country at Galen Piper Cross Country Challenge (Shippensburg, Pa.) 

 

Saturday, September 3 

11:30 a.m.—“Voices from Appalachia” radio show (listen online)  

Noon—Women’s volleyball vs. Georgian Court (Georgian Court Invitational) 

Noon —Men’s soccer at Slippery Rock 

2 p.m.—Women’s volleyball vs. Saint Rose (Georgian Court Invitational) 

4 p.m.—Women’s soccer vs. Millersville (Youth Soccer Day) 

 

Monday, September 5 

Labor Day—University Closed 

 

Tuesday, September 6 

4:10 p.m.—Fall Assembly, Erma Ora Byrd auditorium 

7 p.m.—Volleyball vs. Indiana (Pa.) 

 

Wednesday, September 7 

1 p.m.—Women’s soccer vs Bloomsburg 

3:30 p.m.—Men’s soccer vs Millersville 

1 p.m.—Volleyball vs. California (Pa.) 

 

Saturday, September 10 

8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m.—“Exposed to the Fire of Slavery and Freedom: A Symposium Commemorating the 160th Anniversary of the Battle of Antietam,” JBK Theater, Frederick Community College (more information

11 a.m.—Men’s soccer at East Stroudsburg 

11:30 a.m.—“Voices from Appalachia” radio show (listen online)  

Noon—Football vs. Edinboro (Family Day) 

1:30 p.m.—Women’s soccer at East Stroudsburg  

2 p.m.—Volleyball at California (Pa.) 

 

Monday, September 12 

Last day to change a course from credit to audit status 

12:10-12:50 p.m.—Mindful Monday, Student Center Cumberland Room 

6:30 p.m.—President’s Lecture Series, “Camp Ritchie: America’s Secret Weapon in WW II” by Landon Grove, sponsored by the President’s Office and Lifelong Learning, Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education auditorium (more information

 

Tuesday, September 13 

7 p.m.—Volleyball vs. Fairmont State 

 

Wednesday, September 14 

1 p.m.—Women’s soccer vs. Shippensburg (Rams Rush Day) 

4 p.m.—Men’s soccer at West Chester  

 

Friday, September 16 

5 p.m.—Men’s cross country at DII/DIII XC Challenge (8K) 

5:45 p.m.—Women’s cross country at DII/DIII Challenge (8K) 

6 p.m.—Coach Walter Barr Locker Room Dedication, Kenneth J. Boone Field House at Ram Stadium (RSVP required

7 p.m.—Volleyball at Shippensburg  

 

Saturday, September 17 

11:30 a.m.—“Voices from Appalachia” radio show (listen online)  

Noon—Football vs. California (Pa.) 

Noon—Women’s soccer at West Chester  

 

Monday, September 19 

12:10-12:50 p.m.—Mindful Monday, Student Center Cumberland Room 

 

Tuesday, September 20 

7 p.m.—18th Annual Constitution Day lecture featuring distinguished scholar Norm Ornstein, Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education auditorium (RSVP required

 

Wednesday, September 21 

1 p.m.—Men’s Soccer vs. Bloomsburg  

 

Friday, September 23 

Last day to withdraw from first-half semester class (see advisor by noon) 

7 p.m.—Volleyball vs. East Stroudsburg  

7 p.m.—Shepherdstown Film Society screening of award-winning film Dark Waters, sponsored by the Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence program, Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education auditorium (more information

 

Saturday, September 24 

10 a.m.—Men’s cross country at Lock Haven Invitational (8K) 

11 a.m.—Women’s cross country at Lock Haven Invitational (6K) 

11 a.m.-9 p.m.—Appalachian Heritage Festival, Reynolds Hall and Butcher Center Plaza (more information)  

11:30 a.m.—“Voices from Appalachia” radio show (listen online)  

Noon—Football at Kutztown  

2 p.m.—Volleyball vs. Kutztown  

4 p.m.—Men’s soccer at Shippensburg  

5 p.m.—“Anthology of Appalachian Writers, Volume XIV: Marie Manilla” book reading, sponsored by Four Seasons Books and the Shepherd University Foundation, Four Seasons Books, 116 W. German St., Shepherdstown (more information

7 p.m.—Appalachian Heritage Festival concert “Women’s Voices in Appalachia,” Frank Center Plaza, sponsored by Student Activities and Leadership, Program Board, and the Center for Appalachian Studies and Communities (more information




Shepherd University news and events are available here. 

Shepherd Athletics news and schedules are available here. 

 

To submit an idea for a future issue, email University Communications

 

Dana L. Costa 

Executive Director, University Communications 

Shepherd University 

P.O. Box 5000 

Shepherdstown, WV 25443-5000

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