Shepherd University student runs for political office
(THE PICKET)—A Shepherd University undergraduate student has decided to take the first step in pursuing his career goals before graduation. Caleb Hudson, a senior political Read More
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Rain doesn’t dampen fan spirits
(THE PICKET) – The Rams kept their fans happy Saturday with a big win against the University of Charleston. Despite the torrential downpour delaying the Read More
Kappa Delta Pi to receive awards at professional convention
(THE PICKET)—Kappa Delta Pi, the education honors society, will be receiving four awards at Convocation, an international professional conference specifically for Kappa Delta Pi members, Read More
Wi-Fi improvements for residence halls delayed due to equipment
(THE PICKET) – A $235,000 plan to expand and improve Wi-Fi in west campus residence halls could take several more weeks because of delays in Read More
Local law enforcement officers remain vigilant after attacks
(THE PICKET) – Fourteen years ago police officers and other American’s were being attacked in a terrorist ambush. Today, police officers across the country are Read More
Interim president addresses enrollment and graduation rates
(THE PICKET) — Shepherd University will be exploring ways to keep students enrolled and ensure they graduate, according to Sylvia Manning, the interim president. The 16-person Read More
Shepherd University students reflect on 9/11 terrorist attacks
(THE PICKET)- Fourteen years ago on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2001, a series of four coordinated terrorist attacks by the Islamic terrorist group, al-Qaeda, took place Read More
More young adults choosing to live at home despite changes in the economy
(THE PICKET)—A study conducted by Pew Research Center in July shows that more young adults, aged 18 to 34 years old, are living with their Read More
Internet problems cause frustration for students
(THE PICKET)—Internet access is slowly returning to Shepherd University dorms after a plan by Information Technology Services to improve service ran into delays. Two weeks Read More
Shepherd football dominates in season opener
(THE PICKET) – The Shepherd Rams football team opened their season on Saturday in a lopsided shutout victory over the West Virginia Wesleyan University Bobcats Read More
A look at news use across social media platforms
(THE PICKET) – A new study from Pew Research Center in collaboration with the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation shows that Twitter and Facebook Read More
Shepherd event schedule for week of Sept. 1 – 5
(THE PICKET) —Activities sponsored by various groups on Shepherd’s campus offer students the opportunity to relax and enjoy life outside the classroom. The following is Read More