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“I’ve always been inspired by theater: the collaboration in the moment, the unique experience you’re having with others. Fringe elevates that appeal by putting that creative experience in the community.” —Professor Caleb Corkery, Millersville University
First Annual Lancaster Fringe Festival - Millersville News
Gear up for the inaugural Lancaster Fringe Festival, founded by Dr. Caleb Corkery, a Millersville University English professor, on May 21-24, 2026, in downtown Lancaster. The Lancaster Fringe…
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December 1, 2025 at 5:00 AM
“I’ve always been inspired by theater: the collaboration in the moment, the unique experience you’re having with others. Fringe elevates that appeal by putting that creative experience in the community.” —Professor Caleb Corkery, Millersville University
"It’s the deeply personal journey each learner experiences through language." —Professor Jean-Louis Dassier, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Jean-Louis Dassier on the Human Side of Language—Meet Our Faculty
Jean-Louis Dassier
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November 28, 2025 at 5:03 PM
"It’s the deeply personal journey each learner experiences through language." —Professor Jean-Louis Dassier, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
The APSCUF office is closed for Thanksgiving. Staff will be accessible again Monday, Dec. 1.
November 26, 2025 at 9:30 PM
The APSCUF office is closed for Thanksgiving. Staff will be accessible again Monday, Dec. 1.
Congratulations to Professor Dawn Smith-Sherwood and the late Associate Professor Mike Kosicek of Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
IUP Career and Professional Development Center Recognizes Outstanding Faculty and Organizational Partners With Hall of Fame Awards
Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Career and Professional Development Center has announced its fall 2025 Outstanding Organizational Partners, who join the CPDC’s Partner Hall of Fame.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Congratulations to Professor Dawn Smith-Sherwood and the late Associate Professor Mike Kosicek of Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
“Being even a small part of that process was so incredibly rewarding.” —Associate Professor Emily Levine, East Stroudsburg University
Students Help Hire Professors: Introducing Professor Levine and Professor Landreth
Annabel Pyne and Christopher Hoffmann
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November 25, 2025 at 7:05 PM
“Being even a small part of that process was so incredibly rewarding.” —Associate Professor Emily Levine, East Stroudsburg University
“What I most appreciate about working with Micaela and Emily is their enthusiasm for taking advantage of the many undergraduate research opportunities available to IUP students." —Professor James Jozefowicz, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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IUP Students Publish Coauthored Research Paper With IUP Economics Faculty Jim Jozefowicz
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November 25, 2025 at 4:45 PM
“What I most appreciate about working with Micaela and Emily is their enthusiasm for taking advantage of the many undergraduate research opportunities available to IUP students." —Professor James Jozefowicz, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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Congrats, Coach Spence!
Steve Spence named 2025 USTFCCCA Atlantic Region Men’s Cross Country Coach of the Year - Shippensburg University Athletics
Shippensburg University's Steve Spence was named the 2025 U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) Division II Men's Cross Country Coach of the Year on Thursday afternoon.
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November 22, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Congrats, Coach Spence!
Congrats, Coach Scott!
2025 PSAC Football All-Conference: Jordan, Frazier, Stribling, Scott earn Major Awards in Western Division
LOCK HAVEN, Pa. – The Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference released the 2025 PSAC Football All-Conference Teams and Major Award winners for the Western Division on Wednesday afternoon. Slippery…
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November 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Congrats, Coach Scott!
Congrats to Millersville University Associate Professor Miriam Marguerita Gomez Witmer on receiving a Keepers of the Flame Award from Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education.
Education Prof Wins PASSHE Award - Millersville News
Dr. Miriam Witmer of Millersville University earned the PASSHE Keepers of the Flame Award for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through mentoring and educator pipeline programs.
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November 22, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Congrats to Millersville University Associate Professor Miriam Marguerita Gomez Witmer on receiving a Keepers of the Flame Award from Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education.
Our thoughts are with the loved ones of Slippery Rock University Professor Emeritus Rhoda E. Taylor.
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Dr. Rhoda Louise Taylor Obituary (2025) - Sarasota, FL - Baldwin Brothers Funerals & Cremation Society - Sarasota
View Dr. Rhoda Louise Taylor's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.
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November 21, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Our thoughts are with the loved ones of Slippery Rock University Professor Emeritus Rhoda E. Taylor.
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Congrats to Slippery Rock University Professor Danette DiMarco on the publication.
DiMarco authors chapter in book about Margaret Atwood’s work – SRU News
A Slippery Rock University professor’s literary scholarship is shaping how students and teachers explore the complex relationships between…
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November 21, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Congrats to Slippery Rock University Professor Danette DiMarco on the publication.
“I am a firm believer that the strongest foundation of this wonderful country is its democracy." —Professor Arelys Madero, Shippensburg University
Professor Arlos Rojas-Gaona and Arelys Hernandez Madero celebrate U.S. citizenship
Arlos Rojas-Gaona and Arelys Hernandez Madero, professors in the criminal justice department, recently became U.S. citizens.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:03 PM
“I am a firm believer that the strongest foundation of this wonderful country is its democracy." —Professor Arelys Madero, Shippensburg University
“Choose activities that you enjoy doing or enjoy doing more relatively and stick to them." —Professor Emeritus Ying Wushanley, Millersville University
Retired Professor Places in Singapore Swimming Competition - Millersville News
Professor emeritus Dr. Ying Wushanley placed in the top 10 at the World Masters Swimming Championship in Singapore.
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November 21, 2025 at 1:01 PM
“Choose activities that you enjoy doing or enjoy doing more relatively and stick to them." —Professor Emeritus Ying Wushanley, Millersville University
“She would always want to strive to do better and to give more … She would never stop, and so we can never stop.” —Shanda Jefferson, daughter of the late Diane Jefferson, who was director of Shippensburg University's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs
Shippensburg University holds dedication ceremony for MSA Director Diane Jefferson
MSA to undergo improvements that strive to honor her life’s work
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November 20, 2025 at 5:02 PM
“She would always want to strive to do better and to give more … She would never stop, and so we can never stop.” —Shanda Jefferson, daughter of the late Diane Jefferson, who was director of Shippensburg University's Office of Multicultural Student Affairs
Slippery Rock University Associate Professor Sajad Hamidi is a mentor for the research.
Civil engineering students turn wastewater research into real-world impact – SRU News
Through hands-on research and attentive faculty mentorship, two Slippery Rock University students are advancing their careers while also…
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November 20, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Slippery Rock University Associate Professor Sajad Hamidi is a mentor for the research.
Shippensburg University Professor Jen Clements, also assistant women's soccer coach, was accepted into the NCAA Women Coaches Academy.
Dr. Jen Clements accepted to 55th Class of the NCAA Women Coaches Academy - Shippensburg University Athletics
Shippensburg University's Dr. Jen Clements has been selected as one of 78 women to the upcoming 55th class of the NCAA Women Coaches Academy (WCA).
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November 20, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Shippensburg University Professor Jen Clements, also assistant women's soccer coach, was accepted into the NCAA Women Coaches Academy.
AFT’s Weingarten on President Trump’s Order to Dismantle the Education Department
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AFT’s Weingarten on President Trump’s Order to Dismantle the Education Department
WASHINGTON—AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement responding to the announcement today revealing President Donald Trump’s plan to move multiple parts of the U.S. Department of E...
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November 19, 2025 at 9:09 PM
AFT’s Weingarten on President Trump’s Order to Dismantle the Education Department
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Win in @aaup.org v. Trump: Court Blocks Attacks on University of California System
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Win in AAUP v. Trump: Court Blocks Attacks on University of California System
In a historic wall-to-wall labor union lawsuit led by the AAUP, a judge has issued a preliminary injunction that will stop the Trump-Vance administration’s attempt to unlawfully stifle free speech and...
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November 19, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Win in @aaup.org v. Trump: Court Blocks Attacks on University of California System
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“ ... This exhibition really shows that comics and cartoons have always been a powerful and persuasive medium for getting a message across effectively." —Professor Michael A. Di Giovine, West Chester University
Exploring comics at West Chester University museum exhibit ‘Panel by Panel’
“Comics are a digestible medium; anybody can read them,” Welsh said. “Hidden depths reflect a lot of current issues.
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November 19, 2025 at 5:02 PM
“ ... This exhibition really shows that comics and cartoons have always been a powerful and persuasive medium for getting a message across effectively." —Professor Michael A. Di Giovine, West Chester University
"Stepping away from something this special is not a decision that you make overnight. It requires a tremendous amount of thought. But I have come to the realization that I am ready to start the next chapter of my life with my family.” —Mark Maciejewski, Shippensburg University football coach
Football head coach Mark Maciejewski retires after 32 years at SU
Shippensburg football head coach Mark “Mac” Maciejewski has officially retired after 14 seasons. He finishes with a career record of 85-61 and two AFCA Division II Region 1 Coach of the Year awards.
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November 19, 2025 at 4:41 PM
"Stepping away from something this special is not a decision that you make overnight. It requires a tremendous amount of thought. But I have come to the realization that I am ready to start the next chapter of my life with my family.” —Mark Maciejewski, Shippensburg University football coach
“I don’t just talk about loss due to death. Loss can include things like disasters, divorce, a change of job, or any kind of change.” —Associate Professor Tami Micsky, Slippery Rock University
Social work professor is a leading expert in the study of grieving death – SRU News
Through her distinguished work in grief education and support, Slippery Rock University faculty member Tami Micsky is elevating…
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November 19, 2025 at 1:01 PM
“I don’t just talk about loss due to death. Loss can include things like disasters, divorce, a change of job, or any kind of change.” —Associate Professor Tami Micsky, Slippery Rock University
“(Students) make decisions on how to present their work and themselves professionally and get feedback from outside voices in the form of questions, comments and sales." —Professor Becky McDonah, Millersville University
Handmade Art Shines at MU Sale - Millersville News
The funds raised will allow the Jewelry and Metal Arts Guild to bring artists to campus for workshops and lectures and provide financial aid to students attending national conferences.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:31 PM
“(Students) make decisions on how to present their work and themselves professionally and get feedback from outside voices in the form of questions, comments and sales." —Professor Becky McDonah, Millersville University
Research saves lives. Stop the cuts.
Hundreds of Cancer, Infectious Disease Trials Disrupted by NIH Cuts
More than 380 clinical trials and tens of thousands of participants were disrupted by cuts to grant funding from the National Institutes of Health this year, according to a research analysis…
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November 18, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Research saves lives. Stop the cuts.
Congrats to Head Coach Steve Widdowson of Millersville University, who is Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Men’s Soccer All-Conference Coach of the Year, Eastern Division.
2025 PSAC Men’s Soccer All-Conference: Petty, Orten named Athletes of the Year
The 2025 Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Men’s Soccer All-Conference Teams were announced on Wednesday afternoon, with Shepherd’s Josh Petty from the Eastern Division and for the second…
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November 18, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Congrats to Head Coach Steve Widdowson of Millersville University, who is Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Men’s Soccer All-Conference Coach of the Year, Eastern Division.