Students & Faculty

Dijana’s Story
“Although I have direct support from my family and professors, having that support from my donors is like a silent reminder to keep working hard and making the most out of my resources and my time here.” Read More »

Luke’s Story
My name is Timothy Luke Hutchison and I am a 5th year senior here at Shippensburg University. I am a dual major studying Marketing and Management Information Systems in the John L. Grove college of business. This year, along with being the recipient of the Jack A. and Mildred Pri … Read More »

Ruben’s Story
Class of 2018, receives the H.O.P.E. (Helping our People Excel) Diversity Scholarship Ruben Bourdeau is passionate about Shippensburg University and the College of Business. Entering his senior year as a Finance major with a minor in Economics, Ruben is looking forward to partic … Read More »

Stefan Szilagzi
Exercise Science Major, Biology Minor '16Stefan Szilagyi ’16 was recruited to the swim team at SU and chose Exercise Science as his major with a minor in Biology because it correlated to his passion, swimming, and supported his career choice as a Physician’s Assistant. Small class sizes, the Honors Program curriculum, … Read More »

Jacob’s Story
Jacob Gillespie, Class of 2018, recieves the Lynn G. and Evelyn R. Walck Scholarship and the Albert A Mason, Sr. Journalism Scholarship Jake was attracted to ‘Ship’ for the highly respected and accredited Communications/Journalism Department. Now a junior, Jake has taken full ad … Read More »

Andrew’s Story
My name is Andrew Aumen. I am a senior chemistry major with a minor in mathematics here at Shippensburg. I am also the grateful recipient of a multitude of SU Foundation scholarships such as: The Robert M. and Virginia L. Walck Scholarship, the Clarence Schock Foundation Scholars … Read More »

Casey’s Story
I began my journey at Ship in 2013. I was a wide-eyed first-year student, happy to have made it to a school that would fulfill my dreams of running at the collegiate level and receiving a college degree. What I would do, what I would learn, what I would experience over those four … Read More »
Donors
Todd’s Story
Wheeler ROTC Scholarship Todd M. Wheeler graduated from Shippensburg University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice in 1986. During his senior year at Shippensburg University, Todd was the US Army ROTC Cadet Battalion Commander. He was a doctoral candidate in the admin … Read More »

Elizabeth’s Story
My name is Elizabeth Karper, and I’m a proud alum of Shippensburg University and the Wood Honors College. I graduated in 2017 with degrees in Marketing and Supply Chain Management. Currently I work as an IT Specialist in the Naval Supply Systems Command for the US Navy. I’m a mem … Read More »

Kevin’s Story
“There are so many career opportunities in the STEM disciplines. Every company – from medicine to manufacturing – needs them. My Ship education served me well, and I hope that this endowment will enable others to realize their dreams.” Read More »

Bill and Sue’s Story
Bill Rothman has understood the value of land since growing up on a 155-acre farm in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. After receiving a business degree from Penn State University in 1963, he earned his real estate license and launched a career that has spanned more than 50 years and … Read More »

Ray and Suzanne’s Story
“Growing up, we were very poor, and I went to college with only the bare necessities covered. My hope is that with this endowment, students can enrich their education beyond the necessities and have opportunities to travel and conduct research.” Read More »

Shirley’s Story
Shirley Marlene Lolus ’72m instilled the importance of education in her children, both her own and those she taught in the classroom. A native of Mechanicsburg, Shirley was a young married mother of two when she started college to pursue her desire to become a teacher. After seei … Read More »

Brian’s Story
“There are still a lot of students out there like me—hardworking first-generation college students who are looking to better their lives—and we should support that. Ship has given me a life beyond my expectations, and I hope others can experience that.” Read More »

Abigail’s Story
“I don’t think I can share the true impact Shippensburg had on my life if I did not divulge some of my high school experience. I graduated with under a 3.0 GPA. I failed a class, and earned Ds and Cs in others. During my senior year I had so much turmoil in my life that I ran awa … Read More »

Jon’s Story
Well thank you so much for having me tonight and thank you to the foundation for inviting to me say a few words. I am truly humbled to be here, especially in this room surrounded by those who give back so much to Shippensburg. For those who don’t know me, I’m Jon Moats – a 2010 … Read More »