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Internships And More Lead New Cybersecurity Grad to IBM

Practical Experience at Shenandoah University Made a Huge Difference for Abigail Keene ’26

At Shenandoah University, Abigail Keene ’26 gained the hands-on experience she needed to land her current job as a security and compliance engineer at IBM…

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A Shenandoah student receives a document from a fellow student at the witness stand during a mock trial scrimmage.

SU’s Mock Trial Program Enjoying A Stellar Start

All About Mock Trial, Their Successes, and How to Become Involved

By Samantha Scott ’27 The SU national mock trial team and mock trial program, founded by Shenandoah alum Jeff L. Harding ’81, J.D., has built…

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Katerina Deising '27 in Prauge, Czechia, with the city behind her, as she sits on a high wall. She is wearing a dark shirt and slacks.

Box Lacrosse Tournament in Czechia Provides Invaluable Internship Experience for Shenandoah Student

Exercise Science Major Katerina Deising ’27 Already Using What She Learned

Katerina Deising ’27 applied to Shenandoah University specifically for its top-notch Master of Science in Athletic Training and Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Her decision…

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Febronia Farowez ’28 (wearing a red sweater), Elizabeth “Libby” Ellwood ’29 (in a sleeveless dress) and Andrew Wood ’28 (seated at a piano).

Making the Most of Summer With Research

Arts & Sciences Summer Scholars Program leads to a book, podcast, and so much more

Over the summer, with many holding down part-time jobs, a group of Shenandoah University students, overseen by faculty, conducted wide-ranging research as part of the…

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Shenandoah University professor Jonathan Noyalas holds a copy of his new book, "Winchester and the Civil War."

Jonathan Noyalas Publishes New Book About Winchester’s Civil War-Era Landmarks

Book explores 80 historic sites located in Winchester, Virginia 

Jonathan A. Noyalas ’01, M.A., Hugh & Virginia McCormick Chair in Civil War History and Director of the McCormick Civil War Institute, recently published a…

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An empy wooden bench beside a pond with a fountain and gazebo in the background.

Shenandoah University Adds New Academic Programs For 2026-27

New offerings include three master’s degrees and two undergraduate certificates

Shenandoah University continues to broaden its academic offerings with the addition of three new master’s degrees, two undergraduate certificates and a handful of new minors…

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Deklin Smith '24

Deklin Smith ’24: From Hornet Nation to the Dallas Cowboys

Deklin Smith ’24 is spending his summer interning with the Dallas Cowboys, building on the foundation he created at Shenandoah University, where he earned a…

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Shenandoah University Piloting New Lifelong Learning Program

As SAGE Scholars, older adults will be able to attend college classes alongside Shenandoah students

Shenandoah University is piloting a new lifelong learning program that will allow older adults to participate in select college courses alongside undergraduate students without the…

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Three Honored With 2026 Algernon Sydney Sullivan Awards At Shenandoah University

Recent grads Amy Oleksy and Dylan Hill, staff member Elizabeth Albert earn national collegiate service award

Shenandoah University presented the 2026 Algernon Sydney Sullivan Awards to two recent graduates and a staff member in recognition of their service to others during…

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Inaugural HIVE Shenandoah University Pitch Competition participants Abigail Keene ’26, Raquel Anongos ’26, Arizona Fischvogt ’28, Parker Brown ’29, Natalie Pronk ’29 stand in Halpin-Harrison Hall, Stimpson Auditorium, in front of a HIVE pull-up poster focused on entrepreneurship.

Shenandoah Celebrates Innovation At First Campus-Wide Pitch Competition

Pitch Contest Presented Through University’s Hub For Innovators, Veterans & Entrepreneurs (HIVE)

Shenandoah’s first campus-wide pitch competition, held in Halpin-Harrison Hall’s Stimpson Auditorium during the spring term, showcased the talent, creativity, and courage of Shenandoah students, who…

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