In June 2013, the university completed its first five-year strategic plan under the leadership of President Tracy Fitzsimmons, Ph.D. Shenandoah’s Strategic Plan 2008-2013 emerged from purposeful ... Continue Reading Five Year Plan 2008-2013 –…
Shenandoah University’s New Health & Life Sciences Building
It’s 9 o’clock in the morning. As freshman nursing student Miranda Ulsh walks to the Brandt Student Center to work out, she begins planning her day. After grabbing a quick brunch at the Allen Dining ... Continue Reading Shenandoah University’s New Health &…
Sarah’s Glen-Changing the Face of Campus
In October, a dedication ceremony was held for Sarah’s Glen, a beautifully designed garden with a signature oval lawn, pavilion and labyrinth honoring the late Sarah Brandt, daughter of Shenandoah ... Continue Reading Sarah’s Glen-Changing the Face of…
Beacon of Light in Health Sciences
Shenandoah University plans to break ground this year for the 62,000-square-foot Health & Life Sciences Building on a grassy lot adjacent to the Alson H. Smith, Jr. Library and Mary M. Henkel ... Continue Reading Beacon of Light in Health…
Athletic Director Doug Zipp Shares His Vision For Shenandoah Intercollegiate Athletics
Doug Zipps professional journey to becoming Shenandoah’s newest athletic director (AD) began with his experience as a dual athlete in basketball and golf and as a collegiate basketball official. He ... Continue Reading Athletic Director Doug Zipp Shares…
Nursing Alumna Finds Career Inspiration at Shenandoah
Lisa Cantore Letzkus ’04 RN, MSN, CPNP-AC, CCRN, once a student athlete and now a nurse, believes the cooperation of both her coaches and teachers allowed her to excel beyond her goals in the ... Continue Reading Nursing Alumna Finds Career Inspiration…
Shenandoah Degree Helps Alumnus’ Career Take Flight
As a junior college lacrosse player from Rochester, N.Y., Andrew Peacock ’96 had always wanted to attend a southern school with a warmer climate and an up-and-coming lacrosse program. He had never ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Degree Helps Alumnus’ Career…
Transforming the Profession of Nursing: Improving Health Care for Americans
The practice of nursing has changed dramatically in 50 years. Technology, shifting population demographics and new legislation—particularly over the past few years—has brought dynamic and visionary ... Continue Reading Transforming the Profession of Nursing:…