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Carter welcomes students to campus Laurie Carter SU President

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A student moves into a residence hall during move-in week. Shippensburg University students returned to campus nearly six months after the COVID-19 coronavirus physically closed the university.

SU welcomes class of 2024 Noel Miller News Editor

Members of the Shippensburg University class of 2024 had an unconventional but warm welcome to their first year in college.

Move in looked different this year as students, residence assistants and faculty had to adapt to COVID-19 coronavirus procedures. After arriving at the designated time students would go to their dorms lobby to check in. Lobbies had one door designated as an entrance and the other as an exit to minimize cross-traffic contact.

When students went to check-in with

staff, officials would take their temperature and the temperature of anyone helping them move in. Officials also gave students a welcome packet containing a face mask and hand sanitizer.

Carts were still available for students to use and staff would sanitize them after each use. For first year students, moving in was not the only back to school tradition that would be changed

by COVID-19.

This year’s welcome week for firstyear and transfer students featured many events held online over Zoom.

The newest Raiders also participated in socially distanced outdoor gatherings.

Convocation traditionally marks the

University partners with WellSpan amid privatization concerns Hannah Pollock Editor-in-Chief

Shippensburg University announced a new partnership with WellSpan Health to provide on-campus health care for students Aug. 6, despite concerns over privatization.

WellSpan will offer primary care services in the Etter Health Center, located on the ground floor of Naugle Hall. The health care provider will replace the previous university supplied health care system.

Students will have access to primary health care as well as WellSpan’s network of resources in wellness programming, the release said.

WellSpan is a health care system based in York, Pennsylvania, that operates multiple hospitals in central Pennsylvania.

At SU, it will provide services such as point-ofcare testing, including for COVID-19 coronavirus, medications and immunizations. Students will also have access to telemedicine health services when they cannot see staff members in person.

SU officials said the partnership strengthens

the university’s commitment to wellness, which is supported by a campus-wide initiative launched last fall.

SU President Laurie Carter said the university is grateful to continue the commitment to wellness through the collaborative opportunity.

“Now more than ever, I encourage students to make their wellness a priority and use the extensive services offered under this new partnership,” Carter said.

In a Zoom interview, SU Chief External Relations Officer Kim Garris said the partnership expands services for students.

Garris said the university entered into a oneyear sole source agreement for the 2020-21 year and will now conduct a formal request for proposal (RFP) process for future services.

Michael Bodinsky, Office and Professional Employees International Union - 112 Local Pennsylvania Nurses Association (OPEIU) Healthcare executive director, contacted The Slate raising questions about the awarding of the contract.

See “HEALTH” A2

end of welcome week and the beginning of new students’ college careers and this year was no different – except the class of 2024 could not physically gather in the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center.

Instead students, faculty and administrators logged onto a Zoom for the annual ceremony.

SU officials including Laurie Carter, Provost Tom Ormond, Student Government Association President Stephen Washington and professor Robin McCann adressed students Friday morning.

Read the full convocation ceremony recap on theslateonline.com

Welcome to campus, whether you are joining the community in person or remotely.

Academic year 2020-21, as you have already heard many times, is going to be different. While there are many uncertainties about this year, our commitment to you is absolute.

We are all working, faculty and staff, to ensure you get quality academics and the support you need to achieve success while offering opportunities to explore your interests and develop as a person.

We embark on this semester in the midst of a global pandemic and an intensive national dialogue on racial justice. Much is to be done on both fronts, and the faculty and staff have worked diligently this summer to think critically through both issues. It will take all of us working together to tackle these challenges.

We have reduced density in all campus buildings, increased cleaning and sanitation efforts and provided all members of the community with access to a mask. The community positivity rate in our county is low, we have been able to secure testing, implement contact tracing and install classroom tech-

President Laurie Carter

nology to enhance learning, but these measures only take us so far. To keep campus open for all students, it is critical that we all take The Raider Respect Pledge seriously.

The research is clear.

Wearing a mask and social distancing are key to mitigating the spread of COVID-19.

I have heard repeatedly from students that they truly need and want to be on campus to have a successful semester.

Please, do your part.

Sign and abide by The Raider Respect Pledge, even when no one is around to hold you accountable. This is what it means to be a Raider.

Call upon your Raider character to do your part for social and racial justice. This summer, we held several town hall discussions on anti-racism.

See “CARTER,” A2

Former student files sexual harassment lawsuit against Shippensburg University Hannah Pollock Editor-in-Chief

A former Shippensburg University student has filed a sexual harassment complaint against the school, claiming it failed to protect her against unwanted sexual advances from a supervisor.

In a lawsuit filed Aug. 11 in the U.S. Middle District Court in Harrisburg, the woman details the “overt sexual advances” she faced from an assistant dean who served as her supervisor for her graduate assistantship.

According to the plaintiff, the advances included a proposed “ménage à trois” with the assistant dean and a man, court documents said.

The lawsuit claims that the plaintiff’s refusal to engage in sexual acts with the assistant

dean led to the termination of her employment and loss of tuition assistance. The lawsuit claims the university violated Title IX regulations including quid pro quo sexual harassment, causing intentional infliction of emotional distress and negligent supervision.

The ex-student, a Shippensburg area resident, and the assistant dean were not named in the documents.

Both worked in the university’s Office of Professional, Continuing and Distance Education (PCDE), and court documents identify the woman as a former graduate student who served as director of testing for the office.

In the lawsuit, the former student is suing to prohibit the university from violating Title IX regulations, to com-

pensate her for all pay and benefits lost and for punitive damages to punish the university for “willful and malicious conduct.” The suit also requests compensation for emotional distress and pain.

Stephanie Jirard, SU’s chief equity, inclusion and compliance officer and Title IX coordinator, said in a Zoom meeting, “The university will remain committed to preventing and fully investigating all claims of alleged sexual misconduct.”

Jirard, who was appointed Title IX coordinator May 13, added that after a review of circumstances, there is no indication of further risk to the campus community. She encouraged campus community members to report claims of sexual misconduct to the Office of Equity, Inclusion

and Compliance.

The university is represented by legal counsel through the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE).

The plaintiff’s attorney, Samuel Dion, of Dion and Goldberger in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, said they filed the suit to make things right for his client.

Dion said his client lost her paid job and tuition benefit.

“These were never restored despite the evidence that she provided to the university which indicate that the person who called for her termination had engaged in sexual harassment towards her,” Dion said in an email.

See “LAWSUIT,” A2

Special Graduation Section This semester’s back to school edition of The Slate includes a special section dedicated to the senior class of 2020. Students who graduated in May 2020 were unable to celebrate because of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

The Slate congratulates those who persevered through such an unusual spring semester to complete their studies. Check out the section.

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According to the suit, the harassment began in January 2019.

After the assistant dean began making “overt sexual advances,” the plaintiff rejected the advances and approached the PCDE dean to complain, court documents said.

However, according to court documents, the dean said “she did not want to hear about it.”

The plaintiff claims the advances continued from January to April 2019 between two and four times a week.

Court documents said the plaintiff and assistant dean went on a business trip to Philadelphia in March/April 2019 where the assistant dean asked the plaintiff to look at photos on her phone.

The photos showed the assistant dean naked and engaging in sexual activities, according to the court report.

The plaintiff told the assistant dean that “she did not need to see these photos.”

After returning from the trip, the assistant dean threatened the plaintiff’s job and warned her that she could suffer the same fate as the previous director of testing if she did not respect and obey her because she was her boss, documents said.

According to the plaintiff, she went to the dean again to complain of the sexual harassment and the dean again told her she did not want to hear about it because the as-

sistant dean was her friend.

Court documents said the harassment continued into summer 2019.

In August 2019, the plaintiff and the assistant dean attended a work-related conference in New Orleans where the assistant dean asked for a room key for the plaintiff’s room in case she wanted to see her, documents said. The plaintiff refused the request.

The assistant dean continued her sexual advances, including asking the plaintiff to accompany her on a date with a person from an online dating site, documents said.

The plaintiff again refused the advances, and according to court documents the assistant dean was noticeably upset at the rejection.

The next day, the assistant dean confronted the plaintiff in front of other attendees at the New Orleans conference by cursing and yelling that she would not have a job when they returned to Shippensburg.

The plaintiff worked from home for two days after returning from the trip, saying she was not comfortable returning to the workplace until speaking with the dean. When she returned, she found that the assistant dean told everyone that she was no longer employed at the university. The plaintiff approached the dean to explain what happened during the trip, and the dean again refused to hear the story, according to the lawsuit.

A few days later, the plain-

tiff was called into a meeting with the university’s vice president of human resources and the PCDE dean to discuss accusations that she had engaged in “unprofessional behavior” during the trip.

The plaintiff said it was the assistant dean who acted unprofessionally and provided them with some details of the harassment.

The human resources vice president asked why the plaintiff did not complain about the behavior, and she looked at the dean and said she tried. The dean did not deny that the plaintiff approached her, according to court documents.

The plaintiff’s employment was terminated and she never returned to pick up her final paycheck and her tuition benefits were discontinued in December 2019.

The plaintiff filed a formal complaint with the Title IX Coordinator on Aug. 22, 2019, with attached text messages detailing the harassment. Court documents said the human resources vice president said he would reconsider reinstating the plaintiff in some capacity and would contact her but has yet to do so.

The assistant dean was placed on leave and resigned from her position in lieu of termination within several weeks after the plaintiff presented her evidence to the Title IX coordinator, according to the document.

As students return to campus, The Slate vows to continue serving community Hannah Pollock Editor-in-Chief

On behalf of The Slate staff, I would like to welcome everyone back to campus. When I left the newsroom on March 6, I planned to return to finish out the semester with our remaining five editions.

Unfortunately, the universe had other plans. Our 2019-20 Slate staff, including our nine graduating seniors, were not afforded the opportunity to finish what we started.

Instead, we continued virtually. We published content on theslateonline.com and continued our mission to serve the campus and greater Shippensburg community with vital news and information.

Our calling to serve and inform our community is unwavering — even in the middle of a global pandemic.

We are here to highlight the good in our community. We tell the stories of amazing people doing incredible things on this campus.

But in the same vein, we cannot fulfill our calling to serve and inform by turning a blind eye to the “bad” or “ugly” stories.

We cannot make our communities better by only reporting on the “good.” We live in a flawed society, and Shippensburg like any other place, has its flaws.

The only way to improve upon those flaws or solve the issues that plague our campus, town, country or world is to talk about them.

Journalists show their devotion to their communities by reporting on the good, bad and ugly. We care enough to talk about the bad in efforts to get the conversation started to create a solution that betters the community for everyone.

The Slate encourages the sharing of all stories, experiences and voices.

I encourage campus community members to use the content in our Opinion section as conversation starters. Listen to one another’s experiences and discuss how we can improve our greater community.

Now that we are back together in this community, I encourage students to get involved during their time on campus. This crazy, ridiculous, unprecedented year has shown us a lot of things but for me, it has reinforced the idea of what it means to be a community.

A community is not a place. It is a group of people who work collectively to improve one another and the society in which they live.

So on that note, welcome to our community. Wear your mask, wash your hands, read The Slate and stay safe SU. Please consider joining a student organization or two and get to know everyone and start building your own community.

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Your World Today

Commentary: A senior year reminiscent of a freshman year

Hannah Pollock Editor-in-Chief

By the time this column hits newsstands, I will have completed my “last first day of school” (barring any pursuit of a master’s degree.)

My fellow seniors and I have reached our final year at the “dear old Red and Blue.” We have figured out the ways of the campus — to enter Grove Hall on the basement floor if we want to snag a spot in the elevator for that class on the top floor or to eat at the hidden gem that is the Century Cafe.

As seniors, we are at the top. Yet, this year I cannot help but feel the same sense of being “lost” like I did as a freshman.

I am supposed to have everything figured out by now. I joined an excellent

student organization where I applied skills I learned in the classroom.

I even passed PLS 300 with Dr. (Curtis) Berry, the most dreaded and difficult class by most political science majors/minors.

I thought I had prepared myself for everything but this year is vastly different.

We, the class of 2021, and our fellow Raiders have never done anything like this.

A campus physically spread apart, masks covering welcoming faces and more protocols, rules and guidelines than one could ever imagine. Our course loads, classrooms and campus look very different.

This is not the senior year I imagined when I sat on my bed as a freshman in Kieffer Hall. I saw myself as editor-in-chief of The Slate, so there is one point for Hannah. But leading The Slate staff in an ongoing global pandemic?

OK universe, you get a couple points for that one.

We find ourselves in a less-than-desirable situation. Officials at all levels have spent the summer

From “CARTER,” A1

Our Courageous Conversations series continues, we are increasing training opportunities for faculty, staff and students, and we will launch a new anti-racism institute this fall.

We have also laid plans for a Diversity Week, and monthly Days of Human Understanding.

At the request of students, I have established an anti-racism student advisory council. Join these conversations and live out our Raider values of civility and respect. Connect with people from different races, backgrounds and cultures. Listen to differing perspectives.

Resist pre-judging someone because they are different from you. Treat people the way

working to figure out how to get students back on campus.

At The Slate, we’ve been tasked with figuring out how to produce a paper while balancing all of the aspects of our new “normal.”

Throughout it all, communication remains critical. Whether it be between the SU administration and faculty and students, or just between two friends who maybe recently have not been in touch.

Check on one another.

You never know who may be feeling a little lost — whether you are a student, faculty, staff or administration member. We are all navigating uncharted waters.

But it is through clear, thoughtful communication that we can make the best of the situation in which we find ourselves. We must achieve transparent and purposeful communication to flourish as a community.

If you see a Slate staff member, please say “Hello” (at a social distance, of course). We look forward to serving you this year.

you want to be treated. This is what it means to be a Raider.

Make sure to give time to your wellness.

Enjoy the good weather and enjoy the outdoors. Walk or bike on the Rail Trail.

Find some shade to study or play Frisbee Golf on our campus course. Seek out support from our Student Success Center, Dean of Students Office, or Counseling Center.

We are one community and must support one another through this time. We move forward successfully living out our communal values and working together. I wish you each a semester filled with life-changing learning, and fun experiences that offer you memories for a lifetime. Go Raiders!

SGA President welcomes students Stephen Washington SGA President

My name is Stephen Washington and I am the current Student Government President of our university. I am exhilarated to be one of the many people to introduce you to our beautiful campus, and even more excited for you to step into a new chapter of your life during these historic times. Our policy book, the Swataney Student Handbook, is the fabric of what makes us SHIP Students; in its pages are the “how to’s” to become a true member of our family and I hope you get a chance to read it.

From understanding housing policies to academic guidelines, this guide will help open the doors for the many opportunities that await you. While many may see this handbook solely as a set of rules, I view the Swataney as a resource to help understand my rights as a student. I hope you view it the same. In its policies are our student rights and allows us to let our voice be heard.

In short, take the time to understand your rights as a student, and let it be one of the many steps you take to become a true SU Raider!

From “HEALTH,” A1

Bodinsky represents the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) Health Center nurses union. He said they have been trying to offer alternatives against outsourcing the student health services.

The union believes that the proposed outsourced contract provides a lesser quality of healthcare to the students.

Bodinsky said the university initially chose Keystone Health and furloughed the Etter Health Center nursing staff in early July.

However, the deal fell through, leaving SU searching for other options.

While Garris could not confirm the contractor, she said, “We [the university] had been working on a different arrangement that didn’t happen.”

Local healthcare provider Keystone Health had listed positions for a “Shippensburg University Clinic” on its website in mid-June but as of publication the positions have been removed.

Bodinsky said he felt that the contract bidding process was not competitive.

“We offered some alternatives in the process that weren’t considered,” he said.

Bodinsky questioned why Keystone was the only considered provider and now that their offer is no longer on the table, WellSpan is now also capable.

“If WellSpan could do it now, they could

bid that and have been competitive in the original contract,” Bodinsky said. “They should have been included at the beginning of the process.”

Bodinsky called the concept of a sole source contract “a smokescreen.”

He said single source contracts are often used during critical times where the contractor is the only one capable of providing the supply, service or construction.

“This was not the normal procedure for RFP of this nature,” Bodinsky said.

Bodinsky, who is also an attorney, said any contract over $25,000 should be put out to bid.

The Etter Health Center contract is worth $775,000.

When asked about the nature of the sole source contract Garris said by using a sole source process, the university ensured it would be able offer a full-range of enhanced services for fall 2020.

She also confirmed the contract amount of $775,000 and added it will provide “greatly expanded services.” The university followed the process as defined by state policy, according to Garris.

Bodinsky believes the nursing staff can provide the best care, as they personally know the campus and students. He said they often act as “surrogate mothers” to students who are experiencing illness while living away from home.

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SU community must be responsible to remain on campus After finishing the semester online amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, college students across the nation were left wondering if they would return to their campuses in the fall.

On June 15, a message from Shippensburg University President Laurie Carter announced that SU would provide in-person instruction while simultaneously offering online classes for remote learning for the fall 2020 semester. These options allow students to reside off campus.

Since then, incoming and returning students have returned to SU’s campus and begun preparing for the new semester. However, upon arrivial students soon realized that the campus is not in the same condition as it was when they left.

Everyone knew it would be different. All aspects of our lives are complete different now than they

were last fall before the pandemic.

Because of that, SU officials have made various changes due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Officials have sent emails updating the campus community of the changes they have made to campus.

SU has spent the summer renovating the campus to ensure students’ safety. These renovations include convenient hand washing and temperature check stations, as well as reconfigured venues for social-distance approved movement.

Many policies and rules around campus have changed including the guest policy for residence halls.

Non-students and off-campus students will not be permitted for overnight visits. On-campus residents are also not allowed in other dorm rooms in which they are not assigned.

Everyone on campus is now required to wear a mask — both in-

doors and outdoors — for the safety of others.

Though SU’s decision to bring students back to campus for the fall semester seems well-thought out and accommodates remote learning, the choice of on-campus living still receives criticism.

Unlike other schools, SU gave students the choice to attend remotely or in-person. This gives some power and control back to students in a time in which many feel powerless.

On one hand, allowing students to reside on campus allows incoming freshmen to fully experience their first year. Albeit, there are restrictions in that experience but meeting new people and creating lifelong friends is enough of an experience to attract students to campus.

It is also worth mentioning the hands-on learning opportunities

the campus provides. Last spring, students in lab classes lost valuable, hands-on classroom time.

While faculty will have virtual office hours for remote learning, they are also encouraged to hold in-person sessions as well. Moreover, the campus also provides computer labs, a bookstore and library for scholarly use. This helps the student who prefers hands-on learning over remote learning.

On the other hand, students returning to campus can cause anxiety for those who fear contracting the virus. Though SU is being very cautious by implementing stricter cleaning regimens and reducing the capacity in venues, it does not necessarily mean that the virus will not be spread. The coronavirus is community spread and the Raider community hails from all parts of the nation and world.

The decision to come back to

campus is a big one and holds a lot of responsibility. SU has done a lot to make the campus safe; however, it is ultimately up to us as students to be responsible and keep the campus safe.

It does not matter if you believe returning to campus is a smart decision or not, if you are here, you have to abide by the updated code of conduct.

We have returned to campus but the coronavirus is still present. Face masks must still be worn, daily selfchecks for virus symptoms must be made and social distancing rules must be followed.

In order to remain on campus until Nov. 20 we must take responsibility for our health and the health of the community members around us. The ending of spring 2020 was not ideal. Wear a mask for yourself and your community members so we can stay in school.

Commentary: Biden-Harris union is a metaphor for unity

Adam Friscia Staff Columnist

After months of speculation, Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden named California Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate.

Leading up to the reveal, many feared his decision would be anticlimactic. Instead, it was historic.

Harris became the third woman ever nominated for the position of vice president.

Geraldine Ferraro was the Democratic nominee in 1984 while Sarah Palin ran as the GOP’s candidate in 2008.

Their vice presidential bids ended unsuccessfully in both instances.

But the nomination of Harris to the second-highest

office in the nation is different. If elected, Harris would not only be the first female to serve in the position but she would also be the first woman of color to achieve such status.

The daughter of Jamaican and Indian immigrants, Harris has both African-American and Asian-American heritage, making her accession to the presidential ticket truly significant.

However, to define Harris solely on the basis of race and gender would be wrong.

As a former attorney general, Harris has a commanding yet compassionate demeanor that inspires enthusiasm.

Immediately following their announcement, the excitement was palpable.

According to journalist Max Greenwood, the Biden-Harris campaign raised $48 million in the first 48 hours after her introduction. But despite this early success, criticism of Harris quickly surfaced.

When addressing reporters on her candidacy, President Donald Trump described Harris as “nasty” adding that she “was the meanest, most horrible, most

disrespectful of anybody in the U.S. Senate.”

The derogatory terms used

by Trump evoke memories of the sexist playbook he employed against Hillary Clinton in 2016.

However, much has changed since then. The Time’s Up and #MeToo movements have empowered women across the country and challenged men to question old stereotypes.

And although Trump will continue to spout his misogynistic rhetoric, it will likely fall on increasingly deaf ears.

Policy questions aside, a Biden-Harris union is the perfect metaphor for unity. While a racially diverse, mixed-gender ticket may not heal all of our nation’s wounds, it offers a more accurate representation of our society.

With less than three months remaining until Election Day, a once unattainable glass ceiling is on the verge of being shattered. And Kamala Harris is the ideal candidate to smash through it.

Whether she succeeds or not, Harris is already a winner.

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Ship Life

Commuters urged to get involved on campus Julianna Vaughan Staff Writer

Developing a campus experience is an integral part of a commuter student’s college journey.

Commuters have just as many opportunities to fulfill that while still being able to go back to their own home afterward. Here are three tips for commuter students to help them start their year off right.

Step 1: Get to know the campus If this is your first semester at Shippensburg University, the first thing you should do is familiarize yourself with the commuter parking lots around campus. Drivers need to be aware of any parking restrictions based on seniority. If you arrive early enough, there are plenty of spots close to the academic buildings.

If you are not sure if you are allowed to park in a particular lot, ask the SU Police.

SUPD also offers parking maps that you can keep in your glove compartment for reference.

You should also familiarize yourself with the overall campus layout to avoid confusion. This will help you get to your classes faster and discover more of the campus.

There are maps pretty much everywhere but it might be easier to walk around campus yourself to visualize where the buildings are located. Exploring

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Commuters should take advantage of all on-campus resources and activities to fully immerse themselves. campus is also a great way to uncover many great study spots.

Commuters also have a space of their very own on the third floor of the Ceddia Union Building (CUB). This lounge features eight computers, a printer and plenty of places to sit and relax.

This space is reserved especially for commuters and requires a passcode.

For passcode access, contact Kurt Dunkel, program coordinator of Connection AOD and Commuter Support Services.

Step 2: Get involved with a club or program Ship boasts more than 150 clubs and organizations, from animal alliances to ultimate frisbee. There is a club for just about everything but if you do not find one that piques your interest, you can always start one of your own.

To find all of the clubs (or start your own) go to the CampusGroups website and sign-in with your normal Ship login information.

Clubs are one of the best ways to fully emerge yourself

into the campus community as well as gain valuable experience in volunteer work.

Remember, the great opportunities found at SU, from student media organizations to student government, are not limited to on-campus students.

Double check to make sure your activities fit with your classes.

Step 3: Take advantage of SU’s Resources When you commute to campus, the first few weeks can be overwhelming as you try to navigate your way

through this new environment. Do not be afraid to reach out to the staff for any support or additional resources. These resources are paid for by your various fees so take advantage of them.

SU has the Women’s, Pride and Counseling Centers, veteran services and much more, which can be found on the school website.

Although some of these resources have gone virtual for the fall semester due to COVID-19 coronavirus, they still exist, so do not be afraid to make use of them.

Slater of the Summer: Christian Eby Hannah Pollock Editor-in-Chief

Carmine Scicchitano/The Slate

Eby joined The Slate staff in January and has proven to be dedicated to the organization.

The Slater of the summer is a member whose passion and dedication for sports drives his work ethic as an assistant sports editor.

Senior communication/ journalism major Christian Eby has hit the ground running since joining The Slate staff.

Eby, who first joined The Slate as a staff writer in January, said he joined The Slate to gain more experience in writing and serve the Shippensburg University campus in any way he could.

“Even though I may have a small position, just being able to cover current SU sports and stories about former SU athletes is an awesome experience,” Eby said.

Eby began his academic journey at SU in the exploratory studies program. He came to the communication/ journalism department to try and get back into writing. He noted his enjoyment of writing and reading about sports.

“I found my love for it again like I did when I was younger,” Eby said.

Eby said he is looking forward to officially stepping into the newsroom in his new position and helping The Slate. His dedication and service does not end with The Slate — Eby is also an Eagle Scout, the highest rank in the Boy Scout organization.

Eby hails from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, where he attended Lampeter-Strasburg High School. He is a fan of the Philadelphia Eagles, 76ers, Flyers and the Balti-

more Orioles.

“Sports have been a huge part of my life ever since I was little,” Eby said.

While he no longer plays as many sports as he used to, Eby said he has always enjoyed following professional and collegiate sports.

After college, Eby hopes to be a sportswriter for a newspaper. If he cannot write about sports, he said he would love to write for other sections of the paper.

When asked why he chose the sports section, Eby responded, “Simply for the love of sports.

“I love covering local sports,” Eby said. “I feel that small town sports stories are more meaningful, more interesting and more enjoyable to write.”

Casey McNew, junior

“I followed the rules and I watched a lot of Netflix.

Being back on campus is my first time seeing some of my friends since we left.”

Kira Wright, junior

“I really worked on self care, like skin and hair care and eating healtheir. I also rewatched “Grey’s Anatomy” for the fourth time.”

DJ Fuhrman, junior

“I was fine with it. I worked a lot and watched a lot of Netflix. I had my 21st [during quaratine] and went to West Virginia since Pennslyvania wasn’t in the green yet.”

Recipe of the Week: Banana Bread Ingredients:

Recipe and photo by Chaela Williams

- 1 cup of brown sugar - 1/3 cup of vegetable oil - 1 egg -1 1/2 cup of flour - 2 tablespoons of vanilla extract - 2 ripe bananas -1 tablespoon baking soda -1/2 tablespoon cinnamon -optional: 1 cup of chocolate chips

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees 2. Stir dry ingredients together in one bowl and stir wet ingredients and ripe bananas seperately in another bowl.

3. Combine all ingredients together and mix until the batter is soft. (Optional: add chocolate chips) 4. Pour batter in a greased loaf pan. Bake for 45-60 minutes.

5. Remove from oven and serve.

SHIP LIFE

August 18, 2020

Introducing the new SGA VP of Finance: Brenda Aristy

Chaela Williams

Asst. Ship Life Editor

Balancing a budget of any amount can be hard for a college student. But one Shippensburg University senior is responsible for balancing a multi-million dollar budget.

Brenda Aristy, is the 202021 Student Government Association’s (SGA) vice president of finance. She ran for the position to be a voice of reason and provide support for her peers who may have financial problems.

Aristy was born in Queens, New York, into a Dominican family. She has two younger brothers and an older sister.

Her family eventually moved to Mechaniscburg, Pennsylvania, where she attended Mechanicsburg Area High School and began her interest in politics.

Aristy wanted to participate in high school government activities but was unable to due to juggling her time working at a nursing home, being a part of musical productions and getting her homework completed.

Aristy, a political science major, joined SGA in fall 2019 and is part of the organization’s budget and finance

committee.

She joined the committee after learning of the struggles many of her peers faced when paying tuition Aristy was determined to help others with their financial needs.

“One of the things that I’m really passionate about is the fairness of students. I know a lot of students who go through the struggle to find finances to cover some part[s] of college,” she said.

“A lot of my friends struggle. Some of their meal plans don’t work because they do not have enough [money] to cover it.”

Aristy is also a member of other organizations on campus including the Multicultural Student Association (MSA). She is the Latino Student Organization president, a Building Bridges facilitator and the president of the political science honor society Pi Sigma Alpha.

This year, Aristy hopes to ensure fairness for all students when it comes to budgets and finances Some of her goals include making the student activity fee fair, educating students of scholarship opportunities and distributing money equally among SU’s organizations.

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Your August/September Horoscopes Chaela Williams

Asst. Ship Life Editor

Looking for guidance in your life?

Here are your horoscopes for August and September. Let us know if we got it right on social media @shipUSlate.

Aries

All summer you have been dealing with anxiety and depression and you want to restart. Take this time to reconnect with friends and manifest good thoughts about yourself and your future.

Challenge yourself to meditate and do yoga to cleanse yourself from negative energy.

Taurus

You have a lot of things going on in your mind.

Take the time to breathe and relax. Do not blow things out of proportion. Be more open to progression and new opportunities that are coming your way very soon.

Gemini

Your social life will grow this fall, attracting friends who will help you reach your goals and will bring you peace. Your love life will also be full of surprises as multiple suitors will try to win your affection.

Cancer

Partying and hanging out with friends all the time might seem fun but do not forget to focus on your studies! It is easy to fall behind, so do not underestimate the time needed for your school work.

Leo Photo Courtesy of Brenda Aristy

Aristy’s main goal is to help struggling SU students understand the importance of financing and budgeting.

Heartbreak might be coming your way but do not worry, your family and friends will be there to support you. Stress will be your enemy unless you find a way to ease it. Try going on walks or painting with friends to boost your mood this fall.

Virgo

You are always giving advice to friends and being their shoulder to cry on but you are feeling lonely. Tell your friends your feelings; allow them to support and care for you. And remember, your sad feelings are temporary. There is always a rainbow after a storm.

Libra

Your drive and determination will help you score great grades on upcoming tests and projects. But do not forget to have a little fun, make plans with friends and attend events that interest you.

Scorpio

Go outside your comfort zone this fall and you will not regret it. Avoid expectations and projections put on by others, focus on making yourself happy and healthy.

Sagittarius Carmine Scicchitano/ The Slate Kriner Hall is one of the dining services on campus SU students enjoy going to. Check out the list below of other restaurants SU students choose to be their favorite. Discover a new place to eat with friends.

Ship Life Hacks: Restaurant Edition

Favorite places to get drinks •Wibs, 209 N. Queen St. •University Grille, 32 E. King St. •Hot Point Inn, 100 Hot Point Ave. •Arooga’s, 105 W. King St. •Maxie’s, 104 W. Burd St.

Favorite places to eat off campus

•Alfredo’s, 397 Baltimore Rd. •China Inn, 397 Baltimore Rd.

•Shippensburg Select Diner, 2 W. King St. •Maplewood Food Market 8564 Olde Scotland Rd.

Favorite pizza

•Alfredo’s, 397 Baltimore Rd. •Pizza Man 201 N. Seneca St. •Domino’s, 15 Richwalter Ave. •Pizza House, 100 E. King St. •Pizza ‘N’ Stuff, 85 W. King St.

Favorite places to eat with your parents

when they visit

Favorite places to get ice •CJ’s American Pub and Grill, cream •Goose Bros., 81 Walnut 487 E. King St. •University Grille, 32 E. King Bottom Rd. •Cabin on King, 227 W. King St. St. •Appalachian Brewing Co. Favorite places to eat (ABC), 15 W. King St.

Best breakfast

•Wheelhouse Cafe, 300 N. Earl St. •Shippensburg Select Diner, 2 W. King St. •Greyhound Diner, 9846 Molly Pitcher Highway

on campus

•The Ceddia Union Building Galley Food Court •Century Cafe •Kriner Retail •Kriner Dining Hall •Reisner Dining Hall

Are you new to campus or looking to try new things in Shippensburg?

Something is blocking you from healing. Sit down and try to figure out why you still have feelings over the situation. Be honest with yourself and write down your thoughts in a journal, it will help you figure out what you need to do in order to move on.

Capricorn

Your romantic life has been wonderful and things are starting to heat up. Remember to be honest with your partner if you do not feel comfortable going all the way just yet. If that is not the cause, be prepared for a climatic experience.

Aquarius

Stop being skeptical over everything and enjoy life. Nothing bad will happen once you stop thinking about it. The universe will restore your positive and radiant energy. Also, join a new club that speaks to you on a spiritual level.

Pisces

Your rebellious spirit was all fun and games during the summer but now it is time to buckle down and focus on your studies. Keep the partying to a minimum as you might go down a path you will not be able to get out of in time.

Check out these “Ship Life Hacks” and recommendations from The Slate’s social media followers -Want a better spot in the storage parking lot? Move your car Friday afternoon/evening after people go home for the weekend -Don’t buy/rent books until the end of the first week -Invest in a stylish pair of sneakers -Commuters: Arrive on campus five minutes after a class change to get the best parking spots -Use the Raider Regional Transit CAT buses; rides are free with an SU ID -Use your planner

-Fill your water bottles at meals -Walk through the Dauphin Humanities Center instead of around -Use your laundry timer as a study timer, study while clothes are in the washer, take a break to switch your laundry into the dryer and continue studying -First Fridays at the Ship Station on the Rail Trail -Track your meal swipe and Flex Dollar use - Playing Fribee in the quad

Looking for more Ship Life?

Read more at theslateonline.com

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Tuesday, August 18, 2020

A&E

Photo by SUMB Public Relations Crew

The Shippensburg University Red Raider Marching Band (SUMB) spells SHIP at Seth Grove Stadium during a pregame performance during Homecoming 2019.

Commentary: SUMB seniors cope with unconventional final season Ryan Cleary

Asst. A&E Editor

As a member of the Shippensburg University Red Raider Marching Band (SUMB), I spend my Saturday afternoons in the stands and on the field musically supporting and entertaining the players and fans at Seth Grove Stadium.

However, the stands will remain empty this fall. No games, no halftime shows or alma mater played.

The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic caused Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) officials to suspend all athletic events and championships through the fall semester.

This decision was unwanted but expected.

It follows those of other conferences like the Patriot and Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC). Officials said they hope to reschedule the season for the spring 2021 semester but it will not be the same as a traditional season A major part of the Saturday college football experience is the marching band. It’s more than a group of people who gather once a week to put on a performance. The SUMB’s main philosophy is being one big family.

Band members perform because they are passionate about music. Shippensburg is the only PSAC college that does not offer a music major.

Despite the postponement of the season, The SUMB is planning to continue to gather to play music.

As a sophomore, I still have two seasons left to perform in the drumline with the band.

While I was disappointed, I will eventually have the opportunity to take the field at halftime.

However, this year’s seniors do not have that luxury. Many SUMB seniors were devastated when they heard the news. These are perspectives from five seniors: Matthew Zemba, band president and front ensemble member, said he was disappointed when he heard the news.

“I’ve been a part of this organization for three years now. It was hard to hear that

things would not be the same as in previous years,” he said.

Zemba explained the number of people who come to games at Seth Grove Stadium at SU is because of the school spirit and pride shown every weekend.

Zemba mentioned that section leaders would need to take responsibility for their section members when cleaning their instruments after every rehearsal.

Zemba said that everyone is anxious to go back no matter how much they want to show it.

Allysen Wesner, vice president of bands and a saxophone section member, said that leadership’s main goal is to try and hold the traditions established for the last three years but also find new ways to stay safe and comfortable during band rehearsal.

Wesley Hoffner, who plays in the low brass section, said that the decision to postpone the season was a smart one.

He noted how professional sports leagues can have all their players remain in a “bubble” to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. This cannot be replicated at the collegiate level, since students must attend academic classes throughout the week before traveling to another university for a game or competition.

The coronavirus is often spread through the air by breath particles. This type of transmission presents an issue for a band that includes breath-powered wind instruments.

Hoffner mentioned how brass players generate spit from their instruments and have to have options to safely dispose of the bodily fluid. He said each instrumentalist could have a personal bucket that the player places their instrument as close as possible to the bucket to limit the spread.

Another idea includes bell covers for the brass. Hoffner suggests to make a move now to purchase bell covers since they are in high demand for bands all over the world.

Hoffner said he feels returning to campus will not go as well as anticipated but he is looking forward to seeing his friends and band members.

Read the full story at theslateonline.com.

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6. My Future - Billie Eilish

2. Rockstar - DaBaby feat. Bobby Ricch

7. Savage Love (Laxed- Siren Beat) -Jawsh 685

3. Whats Poppin - Jack Harlow feat. DaBaby

8. Cardigan - Taylor Swift

4. Blinding Lights -The Weeknd

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5. Roses - SAINt JHN

10. Blueberry Faygo - Lil Mosey

Commentary: The “Hamilton” pro-shoot is revolutionary Bailey Cassada Guest Contributor

Matthew Zemba

Allysen Wesner

Wesley Hoffner

Artists and Musicians: How has COVID-19 impacted you?

Email slateae@gmail.com for a chance to be featured in the Arts and Entertainment section!

As a musical theater fan myself, I have been fortunate enough to see numerous shows on not only Broadway, but also England’s Broadway, The West End. While live theater is a wonderful experience, distance and price can sometimes make it difficult to see the show in person.

However, the “Hamilton” pro-shoot has opened a door for the future of musical theater accessibility. More people are beginning to appreciate the art of the theater since such a popular and record-breaking show is available for only $6.99.

The 2015 hip-hop musical about founding father, Alexander Hamilton, has blown audiences away. With the Tony Award-winning mu-

sical now available on Disney+, more people are getting the opportunity to watch the phenomenon.

“Hamilton” follows the story of U.S. treasury secretary Hamilton’s life and death in the U.S. With genres including hip-hop and R&B, the nearly three-hour long show is told entirely through song.

I have been a fan of this musical since the release of the cast album five years ago.

While not every detail is historically accurate, I believe for many people, this show has caused sparks of interest in early American history, as well as musicals in general.

The cast is also inclusive of many different races, with major roles being played by African Americans, Latinos and Asians, excluding King George III. “Hamilton” director Tom-

my Kail said in a USAToday article that the musical is “the story about America then, told by America now.”

“Hamilton” broke decades-long Broadway stereotypes. I think many people falsely believed that all shows were the same with jazz hands, kick lines and tap dancing. This could not be further from the truth.

If you are able to, I highly encourage everyone to go see a musical. Broadway is not the only place for live theater.

Consider supporting local productions or school performances.

If you would like to see a professional show but do not want to pay the Broadway price consider seeing a touring show.

Read the full story at theslateonline.com.

Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Sports

Fall Sports Suspension, E1

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PSAC suspends fall sports Officials, athletes look to move seasons to spring

Christian Eby

Asst. Sports Editor

The Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) announced in a press release Wednesday morning that all athletic events and championships through the 2020 fall semester are officially suspended in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

The PSAC Board of Directors voted on the suspension July 14, according to the release. However, the PSAC plans to shift all fall sports to the spring semester so all student-athletes receive a chance to compete in their respective sports, the release said.

“The entire conference has worked hard these last few months to prepare for the return of sports to our campuses beginning this fall,” said PSAC Commissioner Steve Murray in Wednesday morning’s press release.

“However, it has become apparent that the safe conduct of sports under the guidelines of social distancing is untenable for our members. We cannot place our student-athletes at greater risk than the general student body.

Despite our planning and collective efforts, it has become clear that we are not able to do so.”

Winter sports will also suffer from the decision as the suspension runs through Dec. 31. According to the PSAC, the conference will evaluate all necessary schedule changes and will communicate its plans to move all competitions to the spring at a later date.

Additionally, Shippensburg University offi-

Photo courtesy of Bill Smith/SU Sports Info.

All Shippensburg University athletic events and championships have been suspended through Dec. 31. cials followed suit, releasing their statement July 15.

The university will suspend athletic competition to promote the well-being of student-athletes and athletic department personnel, according to the release.

SU Athletics Director Jeff Michaels said

the decision was not made lightly and the university is aiming to have “all sports competing during the spring semester.”

In the release, SU President Laurie Carter said, “Our athletic programs are the pulse of the university, and a profound source of pride. I am heartbroken. I grieve the loss of

our fall sports programs, but we are Raider-strong. The sacrifices we make now helps protect our community.”

If you are a student-athlete seeking more information, visit the PSAC’s website or shipraiders.com/coronavirus.

Baggett sees pro action Christian Eby

Asst. Sports Editor

The suspensions and cancellations of sports seasons have become common news over the past few months.

However, former Shippensburg University infielder Tommy Baggett is one athlete who still found himself on the diamond playing professional baseball.

The SU product is a member of the Baseball Brilliance Sox in the Yinzer Baseball Confederacy (YBC).

The four-team league is comprised of players from the Black Sox and the Washington Wild Things. Before the pandemic, the Wild Things played in the Frontier League, which suspended its championship season back on June 24.

Athletes played all YBC games at Wild Things Park in Washington County, Pennsylvania. As a Williamsport, Pennsylvania, native, Baggett had the opportunity to play close to home.

Even with the ongoing pandemic, Baggett said fans were permitted to attend games at 25% capacity. However, he said fan interaction with the players was prohibited, and all

players had their temperatures taken when they arrived at the ballpark.

Despite the strict guidelines, Baggett said he felt fortunate to be back out on the diamond.

“With all the complications and problems that have come with the virus, it’s amazing to even be playing baseball right now,” Baggett said.

“This league was kind of a last-minute thing and to be out there competing feels great.”

Since the beginning of play on July 9, Baggett kept a consistent bat and tore the cover off the ball. Through his 12 games played, Baggett sported a .325 batting average with three doubles, two triples and four RBIs. Additionally, his four walks on the season brought his on-base percentage to a solid .449.

Baggett credits his success at the plate to his playing days at SU. Baggett graduated in spring 2019.

“Coach Jones ingrained a hard work ethic in all of us and that has stuck with me through my pro ball career thus far,” he mentioned.

In addition to the lessons he learned at SU, Baggett said he had the opportunity to see a lot of at-bats over the past few months He said

staying active on the diamond has helped keep his swing in rhythm.

Before the pandemic closed states, Baggett spent some time in south Florida for spring training with the Black Sox. Once he was sent home from that, he set up five weekends of recreational baseball in his hometown. His former SU teammate, Michael Hope, and other athletes in Minor League Baseball organizations, participated in the weekend events.

“Thanks to spring training and the weekends up in Williamsport, I was able to see a lot of live pitching which helped me stay in my routine,” Baggett said. “In addition to the live action, my former Shippensburg teammate, Zack Zoller, has been huge with giving me workouts I can do from home.”

Baggett also received some advice from former major league ballplayer Brandon Phillips.

The three-time Major League Baseball (MLB) All-Star and Four-Time Gold Glove winner, is also a member of the Baseball Brilliance Sox and enjoyed a 16-year MLB career. He was not an offensive staple for the Sox, but served more as a mentor and teacher to his teammates.

“To see a guy who is 39 years old and is still out here playing and helping younger players is just an incredible experience,” Baggett said. “To be able to have the opportunity to talk with him one-on-one and learn the knowledge he’s acquired over his career is not something many people can say they have done.”

Despite an already shortened season, the YBC was forced to suspend the remainder of its games on Aug. 10. According to a statement from the Wild Things, the organization confirmed that they were warned by the Pennsylvania State Police that a continuation of the baseball season could lead to enforcement actions.

While this was not the ending to the season Baggett wanted or expected, he said he is still thankful that he experienced some action on the field this summer.

“I am extremely grateful to be able to show up to the field everyday and get the opportunity to play when so many others couldn’t,” Baggett said.

“Overall, it was an incredible experience that I will never forget.”

SU graduate Gabriella Johnson named nominee for 2020 NCAA Woman of the Year award *Four-year member of the women’s swimming and volleyball teams. *Two-time PSAC champion, nine-time PSAC place-winner and six-time All-PSAC award-winner in individual swimming. *10-time PSAC place-winner and four-time All-PSAC award-winner in relay swimming. *Holds the second best time in Shippensburg University history for the 100 breastsroke at 1:03.4. *Holds the second best time in Shippensburg University history for the 200 breastsroke at 2:17.71. *Holds the SU school record for 200 medley relay and 400 medley relay at 1:45.08 and 3:51.42, respectively.

Photo courtesy of Bill Smith/SU Sports Info.

Tommy Baggett batted a career best .340 in his senior campaign for the Raiders, which included 13 doubles, eight home runs and 33 RBIs. Additionally, his .572 slugging percentage, 18 walks and .990 fielding percentage were also all career highs.

Both her school records were recorded in 2018.

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Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Gallery Students return to campus After six months of waiting, Shippensburg University students returned to campus this past weekend, eager to start the fall 2020 semester. However, there will be many changes for students to get used to. This includes wearing masks at all times and maintaining a 6-foot social distance, but this does not dampen the friendly atmosphere of campus.

Photos by Carmine Scicchitano/The Slate