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Music – everyone listens to it. In fact, about 90 percent of the population does; but how many listen to the lyrics and the issues that artists speak out on?
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Music – everyone listens to it. In fact, about 90 percent of the population does; but how many listen to the lyrics and the issues that artists speak out on?
Memorial Auditorium was filled with Greeks Thursday night as the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life held its annual lip sync competition, the conclusion of Greek Week 2024.
As the semester draws to a close, April proves itself to be one of the most stressful time for students and faculty. Grades and assignments are piling up and events seem to be jammed back into this 31-day span. Now with the finals schedule released, the clock is ticking on those looking to finish the semester strong. If that’s not bad enough, for graduating students April is even more intense as the real world bites at their heels and the thoughts of post-college responsibilities keep them up at night. However, if you find yourself reading this and you’re one of the students in this predicament, take a moment and listen.
U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East has been in disarray for decades. It is one of the few political constants in the post 9/11 world. One exception to break that trend came, surprisingly, during the bombastic presidency of Donald Trump. Whether this can be attributed to luck, or the work of some unnamed diplomatic official, is unimportant, as Trump has called for Republicans to spurn this advantage and follow Biden Democrats down the same path of American retreat.
Given that Christianity predominates over other religions, it should come as no surprise that the United States is greatly affected by it. For instance, most employers and students have time off on holidays such as Christmas and Easter. However, it is important to acknowledge that while these Christian holidays are mainly recognized and celebrated, there are other holidays that are significant to other religious groups and are often neglected.
As my term in student government ends, I want to express my gratitude for the privilege of serving you. Together, we have achieved much, and I am proud of what we’ve accomplished.
Now why on Earth did I check the status on my Fulbright application a minute before class started?
Shippensburg University’s Student Government Association revealed its operating budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year Friday morning.
Two rising juniors have been appointed to offices as representatives of the student body, according to Shippensburg University news releases.
Shippensburg University’s Student Government Association announced the approval of an increase to the student activity fee at its April 11 public meeting.
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Results for the Shippensburg University Student Government Association spring Senator Elections were announced Friday, April 12. Three candidates were on the ballot, as were ballot questions on the approval of revisions to the SGA constitution and bylaws.
Maggie Rogers released her third studio album, “Don’t Forget Me,” on Friday, April 12. At just about 36 minutes, “Don’t Forget Me” is short and sweet — and the perfect album for a spring drive.
For 364 days of the year, the Ceddia Union Building is closed by midnight. For one night, however, SU’s student-run radio station, WSYC, breaks all the rules and stays up all night.
After a hiatus in 2023, the Shippensburg University Percussion Ensemble performed for an excited audience on Tuesday, April 9, in the Luhrs Performing Arts Center.
JoJo Siwa released her new song “Karma” on April 5. The internet was surprised by her new look as we have known the teen sensation to be colorful with a big bow in her hair. Users on TikTok have a negative outlook on her music video and have been making fun of both the video and clips of her from interviews talking about her new look and song.
Shippensburg University’s art and design faculty hosted the second spring senior art exhibit on Saturday, April 6, which featured six student artists who presented their artwork in the Kauffman Gallery.
The biggest spectacle in all of sports entertainment was live from the City of Brotherly Love on April 6 and 7 at Lincoln Financial Field. On a frigid weekend, Philadelphia still showed out and packed over 72,000 screaming fans each night -- including my father and I. This was the first WrestleMania in the Paul “Triple H” Levesque era. Paul took over and brought that spark back to professional wrestling that WWE lost many moons ago.
Shippensburg University’s softball team had a successful week, going 5-1 against regional and conference foes. On Wednesday, the Raiders swept regional foe Frostburg State (9-5; 4-0) and then they carried the success into Saturday, when they swept Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) opponent East Stroudsburg University (3-2; 6-2). On Sunday, SU split its doubleheader against PSAC rival Bloomsburg (9-5; 10-2).
Shippensburg University’s baseball team is up to a five-game win streak after beating Pitt-Johnstown on Tuesday, before sweeping a four-game weekend series against Lock Haven.