Vol. 6, No. 48 • June 17, 2022
Juneteenth: Celebration and meaning
On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas. He informed the enslaved African Americans of their freedom and that the Civil War had ended. This momentous occasion has been celebrated as Juneteenth—a combination of June and 19—for over 150 years. Dr. Chiquita Howard-Bostic, associate vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusivity; chair, Department of Sociology, Criminology, and Criminal Justice; and associate professor of sociology, is representing Shepherd at local events that help teach the public the meaning behind this important holiday. For details about these and other Juneteenth events in our area, visit the Shepherd Juneteenth webpage.
Community Shred Day in Shepherdstown on June 18
Our generous community partners at Jefferson Security Bank are hosting a Community Shred Day on Saturday, June 18, from 9 a.m.-noon at their main office at 105 E. Washington St. in Shepherdstown. Bring up to four boxes of documents containing your personally identifiable information such as old bank statements, tax returns, and bills to be safely shredded during the event.
2021-22 Shepherd athletics year in review
As we eagerly await the start of fall sports, let’s look back at the records and accolades heaped upon our student-athletes last year. Visit the Shepherd Rams website for information about our 15 sports teams (and get excited for the start of fall sports!).
Shepherd to host soccer camps
The Shepherd men's and women's soccer teams will host youth and high school soccer camps this summer. Youth and high school age soccer players are encouraged to elevate their game with coaching from the Shepherd soccer staff and players. For schedules and registration, visit the soccer camp website.
News
Dr. Sara Reynolds receives $5K NASA grant to update microbiology course
Shepherd students who are required to take microbiology will have the option starting in the fall semester to sign up for a class that will be tailored to their major and career aspirations. Dr. Sara Reynolds, assistant professor of biology, received a $5,000 one-year grant from NASA for the “modernization of microbiology in a diverse, post-pandemic classroom.”
Upcoming Events
Friday, June 17
9-11 a.m.—Meet and Greet with Provost Stephen Spencer, Ikenberry 206
Saturday, June 18
Friday, June 24
Noon—Junior String Orchestra Camp: Final Concert
1 p.m.—Senior String Orchestra Camp: Chamber Music Concert
1 p.m.—The Junior Jazz Camp: Final Concert, McCoy Rehearsal Hall
2 p.m.—Senior String Orchestra Camp: String Orchestra Concert
2 p.m.—The Senior Jazz Camp: Final Concert, McCoy Rehearsal Hall
6-8 p.m.—June Alumni Mixer, Brewer’s Alley, 124 N. Market St., Frederick, Maryland
Saturday, June 25
Monday, June 27
Summer Session A grades due
Tuesday, June 28
Grades available via RAIL for Summer Session A
Monday, July 4
Independence Day: University Closed
Tuesday, July 5
Summer Session B classes begin
Thursday, July 7
Last day to withdraw from a full-term Summer 2022 class
Shepherd University news and events are available here.
Shepherd Athletics news and schedules are available here.
Dana L. Costa
Executive Director, University Communications
Shepherd University
P.O. Box 5000
Shepherdstown WV 25443-5000
