Academic Advising Advice
Academic advising for the spring 2014 semester starts today! Everyone out there who isn’t graduating in December needs to make an appointment to meet with Read More
A Capella Choral Concert: ‘In The Beginning’
It is a very special thing when someone is given the gift of song. The voice tells a story not always through words, but with Read More
Redskins: The Name Change Game
The Redskins name has been a subject of controversy for a long time, but it has often taken the backburner to other stories throughout the Read More
The Picket Editorial: Affordable Care Act
We at the Picket want to express our support for the fundamental goals of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The ACA offers a plethora of Read More
Global Warming True: U.N. Confirms What We Should All Believe
According to a report released on Sept. 27 by the U.N. International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the world is getting warmer and humans are Read More
The Weekly Hump: Avoiding Bad Breakups
Let’s be honest, when it comes to breakups, it really does get complicated. That really attractive person you’ve been seeing on campus for a few Read More
Local Produce Available Rain or Shine
Although many affirm that farmers’ markets are very beneficial to the local economy, vendors and consumers alike agree that social interaction and the congregation of Read More
Human vs Zombies: “The Walking Dead” Infect Campus
Nerf Blasters and bandanas took over the midway last Thursday as Shepherd University’s student organization Humans Versus Zombies infected campus during fall break. “Think of Read More
Exhuming the Legends of Shepherd University
Shepherd University plays host to a number of legends and possible ghost sightings. While few students may claim to witness any purported supernatural happenings, one Read More
Shepherd University Debate Team Closes
The only competitive academic team on campus will not be meeting this semester. The Shepherd University Debate Team competed in tournaments under the Collegiate Forensic Read More
Affordable Care Act: An Overview
University age Americans will see a number of changes in their medical insurance coverage and availability since Oct. 1, as President Obama’s legislative hallmark, the Read More
Halloween Tricks & Treats for Ghouls and Boys
Looking for Halloween-inspired fall activities? Here’s a list of local events happening this month! “Apolloween” Apollo Civic Haunted Theater: Oct. 4, 5, 11, 12, 19, Read More