A Journey of Innovation

The Milton And Doreen Morgan School Of Engineering And Laboratory

Shippensburg University and the Shippensburg University Foundation announced a transformative gift and the naming of the Milton and Doreen Morgan School of Engineering and Laboratory. It is the culmination of two journeys of innovation that both started in the 1970s at Ship.

ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2022, bronze castings. In 1986, Milt was named president of the company and continued to expand the business by acquiring a machine shop and establishing a consumer products division. Under his leadership, the company was able to reduce its dependency on the fire protection industry from 98 to 30 percent of its production while maintaining its position as the largest producer of sandcast sprinkler heads in the country.

Science Program within the Mathematics Department.

Milton Morgan graduated from Ship in 1976 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and joined the Walter Miller Company, which was started by his great-grandfather in a one-car garage in Lancaster in 1887. The company became a major manufacturer of brass and

Around the same time that Milt was growing at Ship “personally while being exposed to many new ideas and subjects,” Ship started down a path of growth itself. In the 1970s, the university responded to the workforce needs of the region and launched a new Computer

Much like Milt’s company and career that started at Ship, the university would see rapid growth and innovation over the decades to follow. In 2000, the Computer Science Department was established, and in 2004 the program earned ABET accreditation. Computer engineering was added in 2011 and software engineering in 2012. With the projected growth for engineers in the region and beyond, the department was renamed the Computer Science and Engineering Department in 2013, with all programs earning ABET accreditation by 2015.

With this growth, the university’s commitment to hands-on learning took shape with the creation of lab space that allowed faculty and students to engage in real-world projects and problem solving. Electrical engineering joined the department in 2015, and mechanical and civil engineering were approved in 2018. The following year the School of Engineering was created, and work began to expand lab space for students.

The historic Steam Plant, which was decommissioned in 2015 when the university discontinued its use of coal, would be reimagined into a School of Engineering laboratory that would give students access to all of the tools and technology they would utilize as engineers in the workforce. With state-of-the-art technology and an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly design, this space was created to meet the needs of students and corporate partners for years to come.

Today, Ship boasts four ABET accredited programs—computer science, computer, electrical and software engineering, with accreditation for civil and mechanical engineering expected in the near future.

“Such opportunities to meet regional demands require investment, intentionality, dedication and hard work. And now we are at a convergence point in our engineering disciplines where program accreditation, educational mission, faculty expertise, corporate support and philanthropic support by friends of Ship are coming together to provide synergy within a highdemand, high-visibility discipline. We are beneficiaries, realizing the return on the investments made by our visionary faculty, staff, and administrators who came before us,” said President Charles E. Patterson.

It was this vision that inspired Milton and his wife Doreen to support Shippensburg University engineering students.

“Having spent 38 years in manufacturing, continuous improvement was always my focus, with process improvement and engineered solutions the vehicle driving that improvement. The desire to achieve perfection drives innovation towards a goal we will never achieve, but as we advance technologically, the demand for engineers in multiple disciplines explodes exponentially,” said Morgan.

With their transformational gift, the Morgans have set the stage for the future of innovation at Ship. Their gift will support future generations of engineering students, provide funding to advance student and faculty research in engineering, fund future equipment needs, and partially support the renovation to Kriner Hall that will create a space for future interdisciplinary collaborations across entrepreneurship, business, and engineering.

The Morgan’s commitment has also sparked a renewed interest among manufacturers in the region. The Milton and Doreen Morgan School of Engineering will provide for their workforce needs, but also provide new opportunities for research and innovation as students hone their skills working on real world projects with corporate sponsors.

“A strong engineering program, coupled with a little creative thinking is a powerful combination. We look forward to a bright future for Shippensburg University, its students, and the impact they will have on our community, our country, and on the world,” said Milt.

And the Morgan’s gift will have a lasting impact on Shippensburg University. ship.edu/engineering

Friday, June 2 Saturday, June 3

All Alumni are invited to Ship’s annual Alumni Weekend. The weekendlong celebration holds something for everyone! Return to your alma mater to connect with classmates, catch up with friends, and celebrate all that is Ship! We look forward to welcoming you back!

*Many activities and reunions are still being finalized. Watch for the Alumni Weekend brochure in the mail, or online at ship.edu/ alumni for a finalized schedule. Alumni should register in advance for all reunions.

REUNION

Class of 1973 Class Reunion

Friday, June 2

Reunion

Milestone Reunions

70th Class of 1953

65th Class of 1958

60th Class of 1963

55th Class of 1968

Saturday, June 3

Return to your alma mater on Saturday, June 3 for the Golden Raider Lunch. All classes will be seated together so you can enjoy catching up with classmates. Then head over to Stewart Hall for an afternoon ice cream social. A bus tour of campus will be held Saturday morning before lunch. Golden Raiders Alumni Luncheon

Saturday, June 3, 12:30pm, Reisner Dining Hall

All Golden Raiders, including the newly inducted Class of 1973, are invited to a Golden Raider Luncheon. Seating is assigned by classes so you’ll be seated with your classmates.

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Arrive at Stewart Hall at 4:15pm for an hors d’oeuvre and cocktail reception. A reunion dinner and 50th recognition program immediately follows. On Saturday, enjoy a bus tour of campus and activities like Paint and Sip, a Golden Raider Lunch, ice cream social, and the annual SU Night Dinner!

REUNION

Communication and Journalism Department, Alumni Reunion Brunch

Saturday, June 3, 10:30am– Noon, CUB MPR

Reconnect with alumni, and retired and current faculty in the department. Hear from current faculty members, as well as from President Charles Patterson about exciting projects and initiatives.

REUNION

Sixth Annual Greek Alumni Reunion

Saturday, June 3, 1:00pm–4:00pm, Harley Hall Lawn

The forecast looks sunny and bright for an AllGreek Beach Party on the shores of Ship! Break out your flip flops and suntan lotion, and prepare for an afternoon of games and fun, while enjoying live music featuring Barry Collins ’89, Sig Tau. Includes beverages and picnic-style food. Everyone knows that the Ship BEACH is the Best Escape Anyone Can Have! Can’t wait to see you on the Ship Shores!

Events; Barb Bowker ’82, chief member experience officer, PSECU; Tim Bream ’87, IT compliance lead, Spark Therapeutics; Sarah Charles ’05, director of public engagement, PA Office of Attorney General; Caryn Earl ’98, director, Bureau of Food Distribution, Department of Agriculture; Adam Friscia ’18-’21m, member executive, PA Chamber of Business and Industry; Moriah Hathaway ’19, executive member-at-large, executive director, PA Commission for Women; Carol Verish Houck ’99, attorney, Saxton & Stump; Johanna Jones ’92-’00m, retired counselor, Carlisle Area School District; Elizabeth Karper ’17, IT specialist, Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP); Liz Kemmery ’04, digital managing editor, Welcome.US; Josh Lang ’13, borough manager, Borough of Dillsburg; Michele Legge ’88, marketing specialist/media buyer, PennWatch Media; Holly Lubart ’99, government affairs consultant, NewsMedia Alliance; Melissa Morgan ’06-’08m, executive member-atlarge, assistant state director, National Federation of Independent Businesses; Alecia Nezat-Pyne ’05-’07m, counselor, Chambersburg Area School District; Julie Perez ’91, educator, Washington County Schools, MD; Keith Russell ’17, financial advisor, UFinancial/MassMutual; Dave Thompson ’69, retired copy editor; Evan Wabrick ’12-’13m, associate manager, Smith Elliott Kearns & Co

Tours

Friday, June 2

❚ Fashion Archives and Museum Exhibit, 12:30pm–2:30pm. Featuring “(Re)Shaping the Body”, an underwear exhibit that explores how infrastructure determines the shape of the body and fashionable clothing.

❚ Pubs and Grubs Downtown Tour, 7:00pm–Midnight. Visit old haunts and see what’s new. Bus runs on a continuous loop and departs Harley Hall at 7:00pm, followed by pick-ups at the Marriott and Clarion Hotel.

Saturday, June 3

❚ Campus Bus Tour, 10:30am. Departs from the Ceddia Union Building (CUB) and includes stops at the new Milton and Doreen Morgan Engineering Laboratory and Lehman Library. The tour lasts until approximately noon.

All Weekend

❚ Cumberland Valley Railroad Museum

❚ Rail Trail Sculpture Path

Activities

Please note: As a reminder, many activities are still being finalized. Watch for the Alumni Weekend brochure in the mail, or online at ship.edu/alumni for a finalized schedule.

Friday, June 2

❚ Finance and Estate Planning Seminar, 8:00am–3:00pm

❚ First Friday Celebration with food trucks, live music, and artisan market, 4:30pm–8:00pm

Saturday, June 3

❚ Rise and Shine Breakfast, 9:30am

❚ Paint and Sip with Sharlynne Cloud ’98, 10:00am. Enjoy mimosas and pastries as Sharlynne turns attendees into artists as she leads our DIY painting project. Please allow 60 to 90 minutes.

❚ Ice Cream Social at Stewart Hall, 2:30pm–4:00pm

❚ SU Night Dinner, 5:15pm. Join President Charles Patterson and First Lady Colleen for a crab, shrimp,

One Night in Memphis

Saturday, June 3, 7:30pm, Luhrs Performing Arts Center

Tickets are required ($39, $42, $45, $55).

Be a witness to a rock and roll royalty jam session with the music and talent that has stood the test of time. “One Night in Memphis” is a rocking concert tribute to legendary Sun Records recording artists Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis Presley.

True American music featuring the hits, “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Whole lotta Shaking Going On,” “Shake, Rattle and Roll,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Hound Dog,” and many more with acclaimed national talent, all performed live and backed by an authentic and energetic rockabilly backup band, guaranteed to get any audience rocking and rolling!

Purchase tickets by calling the box office at 717-477-SHOW or order online LuhrsCenter.com chicken, and rib dinner (vegetarian option available). Registration is required.

❚ Casino Game Night, 8:00pm–11:00pm at Stewart Hall. We’ll have blackjack, roulette, craps, and Texas hold’em. This is a fun way to learn to play! Includes bar, light snacks, play money for games, and prizes.

Lodging

Basic on-campus lodging available in Harley Hall. All rooms include twin beds. You must bring bedding, towels, and toiletries. Three types of rooms are available— 1-bedroom, sleeps two; 2-bedroom, sleeps two; and, 2-bedroom, sleeps four. Register early, as there are a limited number of fourperson suites available. Reunion groups are lodged near one another. For a list of offcampus lodging options, visit ship.edu/visit/lodging

Descriptions and associated fees may be found on-line at ship.edu/alumni

The fun starts here!

Registration opens this spring. Choose the way you want to register. ONLINE. Visit ship.edu/alumni or by scanning the QR code BY MAIL. Send completed forms to: Alumni Relations, 1871 Old Main Dr., Shippensburg, PA 17257 d BY PHONE. Call us at (717) 477-1218

Registration Information. While some activities are complimentary, many have associated costs to attend. Costs and event details will be available online this spring. Even if events you choose do not require a fee, you should still complete a registration form to guarantee your place at the events of your choice. Pre-registration allows us to have your tickets and registration packet ready for your arrival.

The Ship experience is more than a few years—it lasts a lifetime!