The Slate

The Slate is the independent on-campus student-run newspaper at Shippensburg University. It is also available online at www.theslateonline.com.

It provides vital news, information and entertainment to the community, and real-world educational experiences to SU students. The Slate is a weekly, student-run newspaper at Shippensburg University.

03/26/2024

Come join The Slate at Chipotle! Bring your friends, family, and a copy of the flyer to help support The Slate and enjoy a delicious meal 🍽️

🗓️ April 10, 2024
⏰ 5 - 9 p.m.
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Photos from The Slate's post 03/05/2024

Student Government Association at Shippensburg University Senator Marlon Aristy reflected on Black History Month at Shippensburg University.

These events held on campus throughout the month of February brought unity, thoughtful discussions and insight.

04/08/2023

Hi everyone! The Slate is holding a DoubleGood Popcorn fundraiser online from now until April 11th. Please consider supporting us and sharing this link with your families. We would really appreciate it. Thank you!❤️🍿

https://popup.doublegood.com/s/v3zb44c0

Photos from The Slate's post 09/08/2022

Thank you to everyone who attended our AP Style Workshop last night! Don’t forget our How to Interview Workshop on September 21st!

09/06/2022

Come one come all to The Slate office TOMORROW @ 7:00pm for an AP Style workshop! We are here to help you better your writing skills. You don’t need to be a member of The Slate to participate😊 We look forward to seeing you!

09/01/2022

Thank you to everyone who came out to our General Interest Meeting last night! We hope to see you in the office again sometime soon🤍🗞

08/29/2022

The Slate is so excited to meet you at our general interest meeting on Wednesday, August 31, at 7 pm in MPR C in the CUB!

08/26/2022

Thanks to everyone who came out to the SIS Fair! Want to apply? Visit www.theslateonline.com for more information‼️

08/22/2022

Come visit us this Thursday from 4-6PM at the SIS Fair and learn more about our open positions. We can’t wait to see you!

Photos from The Slate's post 08/21/2022

The Slate Staff had their first meeting of the 2022 fall semester! Excited to be back at newsstands near you❤️🗞

07/21/2022

Follow our Instagram Story today and tomorrow to get to know some of our Slate Staffers!

07/20/2022

Shippensburg University students were given the formal announcement on Thursday, June 16, that Manuel Ruiz has officially been elected to serve as the Assistant Vice President for Inclusion and Belonging. Visit www.theslateonline.com to read the rest of the story!

07/14/2022

This fall semester, The Slate is excited to announce that we are hiring!!! Visit www.theslateonline.com to apply NOW!🗞

07/04/2022

Happy Fourth of July from The Slate! Wishing everyone a happy and healthy holiday. Enjoy the sunshine!🇺🇸☀️

Photos from The Slate's post 07/01/2022

The Slate Staff can’t wait to be back in the office however, check out some of the fun things they’ve been up to this summer!

06/16/2022

This is your friendly reminder to check out www.theslateonline.com and read our latest stories for this week! You don’t want to miss it🗞❤️

06/07/2022

“In a time where media focuses on the next triple-A release, such as the next “Grand Theft Auto” or “Halo” installment, small indie games will always have their niche.”
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05/24/2022

“Sul sul! ‘The Sims 4’ is a life simulation game developed by Maxis and published by Electronic Arts (EA).“
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05/16/2022

“The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Board of Governors (PASSHE) named Charles Patterson as the 18th president of Shippensburg University. The unanimous vote is effective immediately.”

05/08/2022

Congratulations to our Editor-in-Chief, Noel Miller, on graduating today! Wishing you the best of luck in your future endeavors.

Photos from The Slate's post 04/25/2022

The Slate staff is finishing up a successful semester! Congratulations to the seniors, we wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors.

Photos from The Slate's post 04/23/2022

The Slate staff enjoyed an end of the year picnic!

04/22/2022

You only have 2 days left to submit a shoutout for a graduating senior to be printed in The Slate Newspaper! Click the link in the bio to submit your message before April 24th at noon.

04/21/2022

Come to the Earth day event and pick up a free mystery book from The Slate in the quad today from 11-3pm! These books were donated and wrapped in recycled newspaper!

04/20/2022

You don’t want to miss this! Send The Slate a message to be printed in the last edition before graduation! Click the link in our bio to submit a short message for your senior by April 24th at noon.
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Photo taken by Hannah Po***ck

04/20/2022

The Slate is excited to spread awareness for Earth Day! Stop by the Academic Quad this Thursday from 11:00-3:00PM for our recycled book giveaway. You don’t want to miss it!🤍🌍

04/20/2022

Come visit us this Friday as we celebrate Earth Day at the Great Hall from 11:00-3:00PM. Like to read? We will be having a recycled book giveaway and we can’t wait to see you there!🤍🌍

04/19/2022

Do you know a graduating senior? Send a message for them to be printed in the last edition of the Slate before graduation! Click the link in our bio to submit a short message for your senior by April 24th at noon.
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Photo taken by Noel Miller

04/19/2022

Click the link in the bio to check out the Slate staff’s ‘Spring Cleaning’ playlist!

Photo credit: Austin Trevino

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Our Mission

Since 1957, The Slate has strived to serve the Shippensburg University community with vital news and entertainment. We provide real-world experiences for students to build their skills in journalism and communication that they can take with them to the job market.

Visit http://www.theslateonline.com to stay up-to-date with our news coverage, and find us in newsstands across Shippensburg’s campus!

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Meet the staff!•Katie Huston: Ship Life Editor & Assistant Copy Editor•“I’m so glad to have joined The Slate this year. ...
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Meet the Staff! •Piper Kull - Managing Editor •“I never thought the Slate would be as big a part of my college career as...
Meet the Staff! •Noel Miller: Editor-in-Chief•“The Slate has been the best part of my college experience. I have made st...
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