SHIP Viewbook 2023

SCHOLAR

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PROGRAMS OFFERED 250

DID YOU KNOW?

Ship is the leader in faculty Fulbright Scholars in the State System.

Ninety percent of faculty hold the highest degree in their discipline.

Ship faculty are National Science Foundation grant recipients totaling over $1.4 million.

Our expert faculty are leaders in their fields and will take you on a journey, focusing on real-world issues, hands-on learning, and partnerships with industry leaders who actively hire Ship students. Just last year, students worked as investment portfolio managers for an active endowment fund, implemented cutting edge technology in a forensic lab, studied abroad with prestigious international scholarships, presented at national conferences, launched their own non-profit organizations, and so much more! Now it’s your turn!

Not sure what your future career looks like yet? We’ve got you covered. Our Exploratory Studies program helps you find your way to the major and career path that is right for you. You’ve got time to figure it out and people who will support you as you do! [noun] academic study, high level of learning.

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It won’t take long for you to realize that everything you need to succeed starts and ends with Ship!

Get to work with our one-of-a-kind learning opportunities right on campus!

■ Impact the future of our world with the Center for Land Use and Sustainability.

■ Invest and trade with a live portfolio in the stock trading room.

■ Bring history to life with the 25,000-item collection in the Fashion Archives and Museum.

■ Inspire change in your community with the Shippensburg Community Resource Coalition.

■ Prepare to teach future generations in the Grace B. Luhrs University Elementary School, the only public lab school in the state.

■ Fine-tune your skills in our stateof-the-art engineering labs.

■ Bring your business ideas to life in our entrepreneurship center and maker space.

LEADER

We’ll support you as you explore new places, test your ideas, and make your mark on campus and in the world.

■ Undergraduate research | Present your work on local, state, and national levels.

■ Peace Corp Prep Program | Equip yourself with the academic skills and professional experience to make a difference in the world. Ship is one of only six PC Prep programs in PA and is open to all majors.

■ Study abroad | Explore short- or long-term opportunities through Ship’s partnerships around the world, including faculty-led courses offered during spring and summer breaks.

■ Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) | The Army Reserved Officers Training Corps readies you to serve as a United States Army officer while you pursue your education. You may serve on active duty or in the Army Reserve or Army National Guard upon graduation.

Ship offers accredited and industry-aligned undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, preparing the workforce of the future, today.

[noun] the action of leading a group of people or an organization.

My entire college experience has been enriched by joining Greek life. I gained amazing leadership skills and I would not be the same person if i hadn’t joined.

Patrick Reed ’22, Business Administration

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From your first day on campus until you graduate, expert staff will help you polish your resume, navigate your job search, find a meaningful internship, and even dress for success!

Our Career Center partners with industry leaders and our alumni network help you find the connections you need to succeed. Over 2,000 employers are actively recruiting Ship students!

■ Job and internship fairs

■ Job shadow program

■ Resume workshops

■ Google Career Certificates

■ Ship Connects platform connects students to alumni

■ Alumni job shadow and mentor program

■ Raider Ready Professional Dress Closet offers free professional wardrobe options for students

This internship has allowed me to see how government works in person. Learning about it in a lecture room is totally different than seeing it up close.

Regina Yeung ’24, Political Science

We’ll help you get the skills you need to land your dream job or take the next step in your academic journey.

[noun] professional learning experience that offers meaningful, practical work related to a student’s field of study or career interest.

[noun] a more experienced or knowledgeable person who guides and nurtures the development of another.

MENTOR

You’ll begin your journey at Ship with our First-Year Experience (FYE) course, UNIV 101. You’ll gain new skills, connect with your campus community, and find the support you need as you transition to life at college.

Beyond FYE

■ Find your path with the support of the Student Success Center.

■ Gain the skills and strategies you need to be successful in the classroom at the Learning Center.

■ Find affordable textbook options and support through the Textbook Network.

■ Transition to Ship with our Veterans Services Office.

Members of the Ship community have access to many resources for their physical and mental health, fitness, and recreation, as well as services related to education on alcohol and other drugs.

■ Connect with the caring professionals in the University Counseling Center.

■ Access high-quality health care at the Etter Health Center.

■ Explore various campus groups, workshops, and programs at the Raider Wellness Resource Center.

■ Stay active at ShipRec.

■ Keep your mind, body, and soul connected with Campus Ministries and Spiritual Center.

■ Make healthy choices by connecting with the Connection Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) program.

■ Find support at the Recovery Resource Space.

I love the resources available at ShipRec. I am able to take care of myself physically and mentally, which contributes to my success in the classroom and my overall college experience.

Skylar Walder ’24, Public Service

At Ship you have access to a network of support that comes in many forms. Your well-being is our priority.

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STEWARD

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We’re committed to providing a sustainable, comfortable, and affordable campus experience for all students. We strive to be good stewards of the environment and our community.

Ship students donate 60,000+ hours of service each year. You can get involved with:

■ Campus farm and Ship Compost program

■ Local food pantries

■ Annual university Children’s Fair and Treats No Tricks fall festival

■ Community cleanup projects

■ Tree plantings

■ And more

CAMPUS CLIMATE COMMITMENT

Ship is one of the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges according to The Princeton Review. In 2022 the US Department of Education designated Ship as a Green Ribbon School. Nominated by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Ship was one of only four postsecondary institutions to be honored in the Postsecondary Sustainability Award category this year.

EDUCATION

We take great pride in our beautiful 210-acre campus, and the communities that surround us.

[noun] the careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one’s care.

Community involvement has been a driving force behind my college success. I have carried the passion, dedication, and leadership skills I acquired through every aspect of college.

Elena McCormick ’25, Political Science

Academic Programs

* Denotes accredited academic programs

Art and Design

Art (BA)

Secondary Education Certification*

Interdisciplinary Arts (BA)

Behavioral and Social Sciences

Communication Studies (BA)

Criminal Justice (BS)*

Psychology (BA)

Sociology (BA)

Social Work (BSW)*

Biological and Physical Sciences

Biology (BS)

Biotechnology

Clinical Sciences

Ecology, Environment and Conservation

Pre-Professional (Health Professional, Pre-Chiropractic, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Optometry,

Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Podiatry, or Pre-Veterinary)

Secondary Education Certification*

Chemistry (BS)*

Biochemistry

Forensics

Medical Sciences

Pre-Professional (Pre-Pharmacy)

Secondary Education Certification*

Exercise Science (BS)

Human Performance and Fitness

Pre-Professional (Allied Health

Pre-Professional or Pre-Athletic Training)

Physics (BS)

Advanced Physics

Computational Physics

Business Accounting (BSBA)*

Business Administration (Major Undecided)

Business Management (BSBA)*

Human Resource Management

International Business Entrepreneurship (BSBA)*

Finance (BSBA)*

Personal Financial Planning Information Systems and Analytics (BSBA)*

Marketing (BSBA)*

Marketing Management

Digital Marketing and Analytics (BSBA)*

Supply Chain Management (BSBA)*

Logistics Management

Communication, Journalism, and Media

Communication, Journalism, and Media (BS)*

Broadcast Media

Journalism

Public Relations

Visual Media

Computer Sciences and Engineering

Civil Engineering (BS)

Environmental Computer Engineering (BS)*

Computer Science (BS)*

Artificial Intelligence

Computer Graphics and Gaming

Computer Science Applications

Secondary Field Electrical Engineering (BS)*

Mechanical Engineering (BS)

Software Engineering (BS)*

Economic, Political, and Geographic Sciences

Economics (BS)

Business

Data Science

Mathematics

Political Science

Public Administration

Social Science

Geography (BS)

Geographic Information Systems

Geoenvironmental Science (BS)

Political Science (BA)

International Studies

Public Service (BS)

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Education

Early Childhood/Elementary Education

PK-4 (BSEd)*

Elementary/Middle Level Education

Grades 4-8 (BSEd)

Language Arts

Language Arts with Special Education

Certification

Mathematics

Mathematics and Language Arts

Mathematics and Science

Mathematics and Social Studies

Mathematics with Special Education

Certification

Science

Science and Language Arts 4-8

Science and Social Studies 4-8

Science with Special Education

Certification

Social Studies 4-8

Social Studies with Special Education

Certification

Social Studies and History (BSEd)

Special Education and Early Childhood Education (BSEd)*

History and International Studies

History (BA)

American History

Asian and Middle Eastern European History

Public History

International Studies (BA)

African and Middle Eastern Studies

Asian Studies

European Studies

Latin America and Caribbean Studies

Comparative and Global Cultures

Global Political Relations

Global Business and Economics

Languages

English (BA)

Literary Studies

Professional and Creative Writing

Secondary Education Certification*

French (BA)

Secondary Education Certification*

Spanish (BA)

Secondary Education Certification*

Math

Mathematics (BS)

Applied Mathematics

Dual Certification, Mathematics 7-12 and Special Education

Statistics

Secondary Education Certification*

Exploratory

Exploratory studies

Exploratory studies/education interest

Exploratory studies/science interest

Minors

American Chemical Society Certification, Anthropology, Art, Biochemistry, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Coaching, Communication Studies, Communication, Journalism and Media, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Criminal Justice, Data Science, Disability Studies, Economics, English, Entrepreneurship, Ethnic Studies, Exercise Science, French, French Cultural Studies, Geographic Information Science, Geography/Earth Science, German Studies, Gerontology, History, International Development, International Studies, Marine Science, Marketing, Mathematics, Military Science, Music, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Professional Writing, Psychology, Public Service, Reading, Sociology, Spanish, Supply Chain Management, Sustainability, Technical/ Professional Communications, Women’s and Gender Studies

Certificates

African and Middle East Studies, Asian Studies, Creative Writing, Ethnic Studies, European Studies, French, Geographic Information Systems, German, Graphic Design, Latin American Studies, Nanotechnology, Power, Agility, and Group Exercise, Professional Writing, Public History, Spanish, Translation in French, Translation in Spanish, Victimology and Victim Services, Women’s and Gender Studies

Pre-Professional Programs

Health Profession Concentrations | Biology, Health Professional (BS); Biology, Pre-Chiropractic (BS); Biology, Pre-Dentistry (BS); Biology, Pre-Medicine (BS); Biology, Pre-Optometry (BS); Biology, Pre-Pharmacy (BS); Biology, Pre-Physical Therapy (BS); Biology, Pre-Podiatry (BS); Biology, Pre-Veterinary Science (BS); Chemistry, Pre-Pharmacy (BS); Exercise Science, Allied Health Pre-Professional (BS); and, Exercise Science, Pre-Athletic Training (BS).

Pre-Law | Select any major. Typical curricula include Political Science, Business, History, and English.

Accelerated Programs

Some of Ship’s programs allow for accelerated options that lead to multiple degrees in a shorter time span than that of a traditional experience. These include:

Master of Arts in Applied History

Master of Science in Biology

Master of Business Administration

Master of Science in Computer Science

Master of Science in Criminal Justice

Master of Public Administration

Wood Honors College

The Woods Honors College offers talented students enriching undergraduate experiences. It offers many curricular and extracurricular opportunities while promoting scholarship, leadership, service and exploration. Benefits include small classes, priority scheduling, an honors residence hall option, and special undergraduate research, service-learning, and study abroad opportunities.

Ship Start

Ship Start allows area high school students to earn college credits at Ship for a fraction of the price. Ship Start courses are offered during the fall and spring semesters, as well as during two summer terms. Eligible students who have completed 10th grade can enroll in Ship Start classes as early as the summer between their sophomore and junior year. ship.edu/shipstart

RAIDERSET

1871 Old Main Drive

Shippensburg, PA 17257-2299

(717) 477-1231

admissions@ship.edu ship.edu

Get to know Big Red and Shippo

Big Red | Big Red is a red-tailed hawk (no, they’re not a parrot), and captain of our Raider Ship. Catch them around campus in their tri-corn hat, Raider gear, and iconic light-up shoes.

Shippo the Hippo | Big Red’s first mate and the university’s secondary mascot. Shippo was the runner up during the 2005 mascot madness competition and rumor has it he actually won! After an April Fool’s joke in 2023, and a lot of positive feedback, Shippo was named first mate!

1 Schedule a visit at ship.edu/visit.

Visiting a university campus is the best way to determine if it’s the right fit for you! Go to ship.edu/visit or scan the QR code.

■ Raider Day Visits | Offered several days a week and some Saturdays! Apply when you visit and we will waive your application fee!

■ Open Houses | Connect with faculty and current students to ask questions. Explore programs, athletics, life at Ship, scholarships, financial aid, and the application process. We host three open house events in the fall and one in the spring.

■ Admitted Student Day | Visit an Admitted Student Day for more information and special student and parent sessions to help you decide if Ship is it.

2 Apply at ship.edu/apply!

3 Secure your spot and deposit.

4 Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at studentaid.gov.

GO!

Your college education is truly an investment in your future. At Ship, we are committed to helping you make that investment affordable. That’s why tuition remains unchanged at Ship for the fifth straight year. Students at Ship receive more than $79 million in grants, scholarships, student employment, and loans each year, and 88 percent of first-year students receive some form of financial aid.

Shippensburg offers five types of aid—Shippensburg University scholarships, federal and state grants, federal and alternative loans, work-study programs, and veterans’ benefits. To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)*.

Start planning early!

File your FAFSA application* Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid and have the results sent to Shippensburg University. Submit your FAFSA early to get maximum federal, state, and scholarship aid. The Federal School Code for Ship is 003326 studentaid.gov

May 1, 2024

Filing deadline for PA state grants

File before May 1, 2024 to be considered for PA state grants. *

The FAFSA application typically opens every year on October 1, with the exception of the 2024-25 application. Visit studentaid.gov for this year's submission dates.

FRIEND

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With a university culture committed to inclusion and belonging, at Ship we grow and learn from one another. Through activities, support organizations, and specialized resources, at

Office of Accessibility Resources

Office of Inclusion, Belonging, and Social Equity

Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA)

Pride and Gender Equity Center (PAGE)

Spiritual Center

Ship empowers every student to be exactly who they are meant to be.

[noun] friendly association, especially with people who share one’s interests.

[noun] continuing and often committed association between two or more people.

RELATION

Our student-run Activities Programming Board (APB) offers yearlong activities and events in the student union building. You can check out a movie night in our movie theater, comedians, billiards, gaming, and more. You will also have access to world-class entertainment at our Luhrs Performing Arts Center or appreciate the work of students and acclaimed artists in the Kauffman Gallery.

Ship has that “IT” factor!

■ Bike Share program | Check out a bike to enjoy around the campus community and nearby trails.

■ ShipRec | 64,000 square foot recreation center with multi-purpose courts, an elevated track, free weights, power lift stations, and cardiovascular machines.

■ Student Recreation Complex | A lighted, 12-acre multipurpose facility that includes softball fields, volleyball courts, basketball courts, a disc golf course, a ½ mile walking path, pavilions, and a street hockey rink.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

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Including the Anime Society, Asian American Pacific Islander Organization, Bass Fishing Club, Car Club, Cycling Club, Disc Golf, Greek Life, Heritage Dance Company, Raider ESports, Student Veterans of America, Shippensburg University Marching Band, Student Government Association, and more!

We offer many opportunities for community service, recreation, professional development, Greek life, and much more.

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Residence life is where it’s at! Develop lifelong relationships, stay close to campus events and resources, participate in hall activities, and earn higher grades in our residence halls!

We offer different housing options so you can pick the lifestyle that suits you best.

■ Suite-style residence halls

■ Communal residence hall

■ Unique Living Learning Communities (LLCs)

Residence halls are co-ed, but individual suites are not. A gender inclusive housing policy is in place.

LAUNDRY FACILITIES free

FELLOW

Dine your way! Our meal plans are designed to meet your unique needs. If you are looking to enjoy a meal with friends or just snack on the go, we’ve got you covered. We’re ready to meet any special dietary needs, including allergies, vegetarian/vegan, and gluten free options.

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DIVERSE DINING OPTIONS

[noun] community of interest, activity, feeling, or experience.

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COMMUNAL UNIT T

2 person, 1 bedroom unit

FULL-SUITE UNIT F

4 person, 4 bedroom unit

SEMI-SUITE UNIT B

2 person, 1 bedroom unit

FULL-SUITE UNIT E 2 person, 2 bedroom unit

SEMI-SUITE UNIT C

2 person, 2 bedroom unit

FULL-SUITE UNIT D 4 person, 2 bedroom unit

FULL-SUITE UNIT D 4 person, 2 bedroom unit

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Raiders compete at the highest level on the field, court, and in the classroom.

Ship’s athletic programs consistently rank at the top of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC). Over 550 student-athletes compete on 20 Division II NCAA teams.

■ Men’s | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Indoor Track and Field, Outdoor Track and Field, Soccer, Swimming, Wrestling

■ Women’s | Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Indoor Track and Field, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track and Field, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball shipraiders.com

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[noun] the position of being the best in a particular sport or competition.

CHAMPION

What is a Raider? A raider ship is a fast and lightly-armed privateer commissioned by governments to serve as a raider against enemies. The Shippensburg Raider ship slices through the water, sails billowing with the power of the wind, always moving onward.

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