Podcasts about Shepherd University

Today on MetroNews This Morning: --Job losses at a plant in Fairmont--Legislation moves in the House and Senate ahead of "crossover day"--Leaders at Shepherd University talk about accomplishments and challenges--In Sports it's a big week for WVU baseball 

Dr. Jennifer Murray is the incoming director of the George Tyler Moore Center for the Study of the Civil War at Shepherd University. She joins us to talk about her plans for her new job, her background at Gettysburg, and her upcoming biography of Union General George Gordon Meade.This episode of the Emerging Civil War Podcast is brought to you by Civil War Trails, the world's largest open-air museum, offering more than 1,500 sites across six states. Request a brochure at civilwartrails.org to start planning your trip today.

After accepting his first head coaching job in early February, new Urbana High School varsity football coach Zach Shoemaker is this week's guest on The Final Score podcast. Shoemaker tells host Greg Swatek why high school football has always been such a big part of his life. He talks about witnessing the birth of the Urbana football dynasty in 1998 at Byrd Stadium. He was 10 years old at the time, alongside his father, Roy, a football coach himself. He talks about why the Urbana program always appealed to him so much. He also chats about playing quarterback and safety for Boonsboro High School and later safety for Shepherd University. He talks about why defense and playing physical football is such a big part of his philosophy. And he discusses being deployed in Afghanistan in 2012 as part of the U.S. Marine Corps and how that shaped him both as a person and a coach. Prior to that conversation, FNP sports writer Alexander Dacy stops in to discuss the state basketball quarterfinals, featuring the Frederick and Middletown boys and the Oakdale girls, as well as Oakdale's second straight championship Maryland Student Hockey League championship.

About the author:Matthew J. Kushin, Ph.D. is the author of Beware the Smart Kids. He's an award-winning professor, scholar and speaker at Shepherd University. Learn more at MattKushin.com.Book blurb:Misfit troublemaker Nolan Sussman badly wants two things before high school ends: the attention of Gabi Meyers and the return of his runaway sister, Sarah. But when his latest prank goes awry, Nolan is nearly expelled. He's forced to spend his summer doing yardwork for Mr. Barno, a reclusive former high school teacher who spent 25 years in prison.Nolan soon finds that despite the tragic mistake that landed Mr. Barno in prison, the old man has something even more elusive than Gabi and Sarah-happiness. Now, Nolan is determined to learn how to be happy, too. It's his chance to matter. His shot at a future. But secrets in Mr. Barno's past are preventing the once-beloved educator from having the will to ever teach again. Secrets the two outcasts will have to face together.Links:BookAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Beware-Smart-Kids-Matthew-Kushin/dp/1961504138Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/218274736-beware-the-smart-kidsBeware the Smart Kid Reader Resources: MattKushin.com/happinessBook Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3E7EYlR1hiNusiAs6g23RCMe:Instagram: https://instagram.com/mjkushinAbout Victoria:Hi, I'm Victoria—a developmental editor turning busy writers' drafts into swoon worthy novels that wow readers and leave readers making your book their whole personality. About Victoria:Hey there, I'm Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Editing doesn't have to feel like pulling teeth—it's the magic that transforms your story from “meh” to masterpiece!Here's how I can help:

We're back for another week of giving critical insights into the current situation of the freight market! Today, Chris Burroughs is back on the show for his valid opinions on broker transparency. Chris also highlights regulatory challenges related to modifying its regulation and concerns about its implications for small carriers and brokers, prioritizing the resolution of fraud and safety over broker transparency!   About Chris Burroughs Chris Burroughs is Vice President of Government Affairs for the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA). He brings over 18 years of Congressional affairs experience to TIA. As the Vice President of Government Affairs for TIA, Chris leads the Government Relations department including the legislative, regulatory, PAC, and internal policy committee functions. Chris serves as the staff liaison for the Highway Logistics Conference, the Intermodal Logistics Conference, and several other policy committees within TIA. Chris additionally serves on the Board of Directors for the Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) as the Subcommittee Chairman of Industry Advisory Subcommittee and sole representative of the 3PL industry. During his time on Capitol Hill, Chris gained invaluable knowledge of the legislative process. He began his career working on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee in 2006 and then later the House Natural Resources Committee. In 2009, Chris joined the Twenty-First Century Group, a bipartisan government affairs firm, as their Director of Government Affairs. In this position, Chris advocated on behalf of multiple clients involved in the transportation, telecommunications, health care, tax, and defense arenas. Additionally, he represented TIA on their issues of interest on Capitol Hill.  Chris lives in Gainesville, Virginia with his wife Stacey and children Kelly, Christopher, and Connor. Chris earned a BS degree in Political Science from Shepherd University located in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.  

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. The U.S. Department of Energy invests $44 million to develop a carbon storage hub in Marshall County…WV students are invited to create Santa themed ornaments to be displayed at the State Capitol…and Amazon taps Shepherd University as an education partner…on today's daily304. #1 – From WTRF-TV – A $44 million investment from the Department of Energy's Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management will go to the development of a carbon storage hub in Marshall County that will serve West Virginia and surrounding states. This location was chosen due to its proximity to projects planned as part of the Appalachian Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub. Advanced Resources International intends to investigate the development of a carbon storage hub comprising two adjacent operating areas in Belmont County, Ohio and Marshall County, West Virginia. Marshall County Commission President Mike Ferro says he will be pushing for local tradesmen to fill the jobs needed for construction. Read more: https://www.wtrf.com/west-virginia/west-virginia-to-get-44m-to-develop-a-carbon-storage-hub/   #2 – From WCHS-TV – Students in West Virginia have been invited to show holiday cheer by creating Santa ornaments for the 2024 First Lady Student Ornament Competition. All classrooms are welcome to submit a Santa themed ornament to be displayed at the West Virginia Capitol Complex for the annual Joyful Night celebration. Winners from each division will receive gift cards. The winning ornaments also will be added to the permanent collection at the West Virginia State Museum.  Public school, private school and homeschooled students and classes who wish to submit an ornament must do so by Nov. 22. Read more: https://wchstv.com/news/local/students-encouraged-to-create-santa-themed-ornaments-to-be-displayed-at-the-capitol#   #3 – From WV EXPLORER – Shepherd University has been selected as an education partner by Amazon, which will provide its hourly employees access to more than 80 majors and concentrations through the school. Shepherd University President Mary Hendrix said the program provides students with various education opportunities, including pre-paid college tuition, industry certifications designed to lead to in-demand jobs, and foundational skills such as English language proficiency, high school diplomas, and GEDs. According to Tammy Thieman, director of Career Development Programs at Amazon, the program has a rigorous selection process that chooses partners like Shepherd that focus on helping employees through their education programs, assisting them with job placements, and offering education that leads to career success. Read more: https://wvexplorer.com/2024/10/24/amazon-selects-shepherd-university-for-career-training-program/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Tracy Danzey competed in track and swimming in high school. While attending Shepherd University and upon graduating, she kept an active lifestyle with activities like kayaking and hiking. At the age of 25, the intensive care nurse was diagnosed with cancer and would ultimately have her right leg amputated. In recent years, she has started to play with the U.S. women's amputee soccer team, which will be competing at the inaugural Women's Amputee Soccer World Cup in Columbia, November 4-11.

Happy Halloween from the History Things Podcast! For this Halloween special the guys have brought in friend of the show and former director of the George Tyler Moore Civil War Center at Shepherd University, Dr. James Broomall! Dr. Broomall specializes in the lives and material culture of the people of the Civil War era. For this spooky season he has brought the guys some truly macabre research on the use of bones and other battlefield debris as souvenirs. Who was collecting these items, what were they doing with them and why, will all be explored. Join us as we go "digging" into the ghoulish history of the aftermath of Civil War battles!The History Things Podcast is brought to you by History Things with Pat,  Matt Borders Books and our producer Parker!Music Featured In This Episode:- "Dancing Monsters by WhiteKoalaMusic- "Ominous Halloween Strings" by Horrific Horror TexturesFollow the guys on social media by searching for @TheHistoryThingsPodcast! - Facebook.com/thehistorythingspodcast- instagram.com/thehistorythingspodcast- YouTube.com/thehistorythingspodcast

On this West Virginia Morning, undergrads at Shepherd University visually represent their LGBTQ experience on campus, and an organization tries again for a school charter. The post Applying For A School Charter And Exploring Identity With Pins, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Hi, I'm Jody Sweetin, and welcome to Season 4 of Awkward Conversations. This season, we provide parents with practical advice on raising happy, healthy, substance-free kids. Our focus will be on building resilience, and confidence, and empowering kids to make smart choices. We'll feature our amazing co-host, Amy McCarthy from Harvard's Boston Children's Hospital, and have discussions featuring our expert guests, including Richard Lucy, a Senior Prevention Program Manager from the DEA, and Joseph Bozenko, a Senior Research Chemist from the DEA. They will discuss critical topics such as the current fentanyl crisis, the importance of parent-child bonding, and the significant role of education and awareness. We highlight resources like GetSmartAboutDrugs.com and One Pill Can Kill, and discuss harm reduction strategies like naloxone. Remember, the only wrong conversation is the one you don't have with your kids. Key Takeaways: Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine.    It is being increasingly laced into counterfeit pills and other drugs, leading to a rise in accidental overdoses.    The DEA is working to raise awareness of the dangers of fentanyl through its One Pill Can Kill campaign.    There are resources available to help parents talk to their children about drugs, such as Get Smart About Drugs.com. Naloxone is a medication that can reverse an opioid overdose and is available over-the-counter in many states.      TIME STAMPS / IN THIS EPISODE: [00:00] Welcome to Season 4 of Awkward Conversations [01:14] Meet the Hosts and Guests [02:23] The Fentanyl Crisis: A Terrifying Reality [03:31] Understanding the Fentanyl Epidemic [10:01] Raising Awareness and Prevention Efforts [16:42] The Role of Technology in the Crisis [21:08]Harm Reduction Strategies: Naloxone and Test Strips [25:30]Final Thoughts and Resources for Parents [31:03] Preview of Next Week's Episode: The Faces of Fentanyl    BIOS: Jodie Sweetin is an actress, author, and advocate, best known for her role as Stephanie Tanner on the iconic sitcom "Full House" and its sequel "Fuller House". In 2009 she penned her memoir, "unSweetined", which chronicles her journey through addiction and into recovery. With her frank and open approach, Jodie has emerged as a compelling speaker and advocate who now seeks to use her platform and experiences to educate others and reduce the stigma associated with addiction and recovery. @jodiesweetin   Amy McCarthy, LICSW, is a Director of Clinical Social Work at Boston Children's Hospital's Division of Addiction Medicine. She has been working in the Adolescent Substance Use and Addiction Program since 2019 @amymccarthylicsw   Richard Lucey has more than three decades of experience at the state and federal government levels working to prevent alcohol and drug use and misuse among youth and young adults, especially college students. He currently serves as a senior prevention program manager in the Drug Enforcement Administration's Community Outreach and Prevention Support Section. Rich plans and executes educational and public information programs, evaluate program goals and outcomes, and serves as an advisor to the Section Chief and other DEA officials on drug misuse prevention and education programs. Rich formerly served as special assistant to the director for the federal Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, and worked as an education program specialist in the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Safe and Drug-Free Schools.   Joe Bozenko is a Senior Research Chemist with the DEA's Special Testing and Research Laboratory at Dulles, Virginia, and a Scientific Advisor to DEA's Special Operations Division. He's been with the DEA for 21 years and investigates synthetic drug manufacturing around the world. Mr. Bozenko has processed some of the largest methamphetamine laboratories in the world, traveled extensively, and has authored and presented many reports and scientific articles pertaining to the clandestine synthesis of controlled substances. Mr. Bozenko is closely involved with science-related officer safety and leads DEA's handheld instrumentation testing and evaluation. In addition to this, Mr. Bozenko has also been instrumental in he development of the DEA's High-Hazard Level ‘A' Clandestine Laboratory Response Training Program. Mr. Bozenko is also charged with the specialized analysis of selected fentanyl, methamphetamine, and MDMA samples, both domestic and international, for intelligence purposes. Mr. Bozenko holds both a Baccalaureate and Master's Degrees in Chemistry and is an Adjunct Professor of Chemistry at Shepherd University.   Elks: As a 150-year-old organization, they are 100% inclusive with a membership of close to 1 million diverse men and women in over 2,000 Lodges nationally, and while they consider themselves faith based, they are nondenominational and open to all creeds. The Elks have always prided themselves on civic duty, and the Elks Drug and Alcohol Prevention (DAP) program is the nation's largest all volunteer Kids Drug & Alcohol Use Prevention program. The Elks are also strong supporters of our brave men and women in the military, having built and donated the nation's first VA Hospital to the U.S. government. The Elks have donated more than $3.6 billion in cash, goods, and services to enrich the lives of millions of people!    DEA: The United States Drug Enforcement Administration was created in 1973 by President Nixon after the government noticed an alarming rise in recreational drug use and drug-related crime. A division of the Department of Justice, DEA enforces controlled substances laws by apprehending offenders to be prosecuted for criminal and civil crimes. DEA is the largest and most effective antidrug organization in the world, with 239  domestic locations in 23 field divisions and 91 international field divisions in 68  countries.   Resources/Links SAMHSA | Help and Treatment: https://bit.ly/3DJcvJC Get Smart About Drugs: https://bit.ly/45dm8vY   DEA Website: https://bit.ly/44ed9K9 DEA on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3KqL7Uj DEA on Twitter: https://bit.ly/44VvEUt DEA on Facebook: https://bit.ly/440b6ZY DEA YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3s1KQB6   Elks Kid Zone Website: https://bit.ly/3s79Zdt Elks Drug Awareness Program Website: https://bit.ly/44SunO6 Elks DAP on Twitter: https://bit.ly/45CfpvR Elks DAP on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Qw8RKL Elks DAP on YouTube: https://bit.ly/444vMQq   Awkward Conversations on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3QCEmTl Awkward Conversations on TikTok: no https://bit.ly/44cMKMH   Jodie Sweetin's Links Jodie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodiesweetin/ Jodie's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jodiesweetin?lang=en   Amy McCarthy's Links Amy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amymccarthylicsw/ Boston Children's Hospital Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bostonchildrens/?hl=en Boston Children's Hospital Addiction Medicine: https://www.childrenshospital.org/departments/addiction-medicine   Richard Lucey's Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-lucey-7795a33/ https://www.instagram.com/deahq/   Joseph Bozenko's Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/joebozenko/ https://www.instagram.com/deahq/  

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Saturday Aug. 3, 2024. Explore groundbreaking solutions to advance energy resources and efficiency at the 2024 Governor's Energy Summit…a new outdoor outfitter store in Berkeley Springs thrives with  assistance from the WV SBDC and local college students…and bring your appetite to WV State Parks for the latest round of Farm-to-Table dinners featuring locally sourced ingredients--yum!…on today's daily304. #1 – From WESTVIRGINIA.GOV – Registration is now open for the 2024 Governor's Energy Summit. Sponsored by the West Virginia Office of Energy, the event takes place October 29-30 at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center.  The Governor's Energy Summit brings together industry leaders, policymakers, educators and stakeholders to deliberate and explore groundbreaking solutions to advance energy resources and efficiency in West Virginia. The event will feature two days of expert presentations and professional collaboration that will shape the trajectory of energy production in the state, laying the groundwork for West Virginia to become and remain a national energy leader. Register now: https://westvirginia.gov/registration-opens-for-the-2024-governors-energy-summit/   #2 – From WV SBDC – Alex Teixeira and Amanda-Hollins Teixeira love trails. Water trails, biking trails, hiking trails, all kinds of trails. They run Trail Depot in Berkeley Springs, a place where adventurers get outfitted head-to-toe.  WV SBDC business coaches Carol Goolsby and Michael Boyd both provided a unique perspective and expertise to help Alex and Amanda succeed.  Goolsby used her unique position to connect her students to Trail Depot. Goolsby teaches a capstone course at Shepherd University where students are able to work with small businesses in the community.  Trail Depot began working with the students and Goolsby in the spring semester of 2022. The students helped the shop with their inventory and merchandise, supply chain, research, marketing, and more.  “It's been a really valuable experience for Amanda and Alex as a small business starting out and a valuable experience for students as well to be able to work with a real business, helping them build and develop to the place they are today,” Goolsby said. “The community helped us build this,” Hollins-Teixeira said. “Trail Depot is a shop, ultimately, but for us it's a community center. We want to bring all these people together.” Read more: https://wvsbdc.com/trail-depot-berkeley-springs-first-outdoor-shop/   #3 – From WV STATE PARKS  – West Virginia State Parks are thrilled to announce a series of exclusive farm-to-table dinners, spotlighting the finest local ingredients and culinary talents.  These events offer a unique dining experience amidst the state's stunning natural landscapes of our state parks. Each dinner will showcase a menu crafted from fresh, locally sourced produce, meats, and dairy, delivering the authentic flavors of West Virginia to your plate.  Cacapon Resort's farm-to-table dinner is set for this evening. In the coming weeks, dinners are planned at Chief Logan, Blackwater Falls, Hawks Nest and more. Mark the calendars and get ready to purchase tickets! Read more: https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/west-virginia-state-parks-present-farm-to-table-dinners-featuring-local-cuisine/article_1544c8dc-4bab-11ef-8f3c-cf82fdc61991.html   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Are you a homeschooling parent struggling to inspire your child's inner author? Dive into this episode as Annie Yorty sits down with celebrated author and educator, Heidi Vertrees, to unlock the secrets of nurturing young writers in a homeschooling environment. Discover proven strategies, creative techniques, and personal anecdotes that will transform your homeschooling journey and ignite a passion for writing in your children. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that promises to equip you with the tools to grow great writers right at home! Heidi Vertrees, author and educator, manages New Song Press, a website where she posts blogs to encourage parents and teachers with helpful and fun writing projects that promote a Christian worldview. She loves to inspire children and teens to write for God's glory. Heidi, who homeschooled her children and helped to raise a “bonus” daughter with Down syndrome, has taught in Colorado, Virginia, and Maryland in Christian, charter, and public schools. She is the award-winning author of Victor Survives Being a Kid. Written for children aged eight to twelve, Victor Survives Being a Kid weaves a thrilling tale full of adventure, humor, and inspiration told through the eyes of a fifth-grade boy. These days, Heidi teaches swimming to homeschoolers at Shepherd University in West Virginia and leads an after-school Good News Bible Club in Washington County, Maryland. To connect with Heidi visit her website link: https://www.newsongpress.net/ Viewers like you funded similar episodes, and other free resources from SPED Homeschool. To learn how you can support the nonprofit work of SPED Homeschool and this broadcast, visit https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ To find out more about SPED Homeschool, visit our website at https://spedhomeschool.com/ To learn about the other Empowering Homeschool Conversations Co-Hosts and their resources, visit: https://annieyorty.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@LivingWithEve https://elarplearning.com/ https://solimaracademy.com/Join our mission to empower homeschool families!: https://spedhomeschool.com/donate/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Can you be a progressive representing a legislative district that is deeply conservative? In politics, it is often the belief that it's not possible. But there are moderates and conservatives who've represented more liberal districts (and states even!).This is a question that my friend and guest, Sammi Brown, challenged when she ran for office as an unabashed young progressive woman of color in a West Virginia legislative district that had gone double digits for Trump in 2016.Raised in a Union household Sammi would work multiple jobs to pay her way through college and grad school (and would earn both her Bachelors and MBA from Shepherd University). A career in media, would eventually lead her into organizing on behalf of her state's working families, advocate for the Healthcare of our population's most vulnerable, and train movement leaders across the country to carry on this work in their respective spaces.I had the privilege to work with Sammi on this race. As a young progressive woman of color in West Virginia, she was viewed as an “underdog” from the start, she would proceed to knock over 3000 doors, earn the endorsement of many progressive organizations and ultimately FLIP the 65th District in the West Virgina House of Delegates in 2018. As a result, she is credited with the State's largest “comeback” in a single cycle: covering a 30 point spread.She talks about her journey to political service to the community in which she was raised, what it looks like to embrace your voice as an elected official, especially when it's in the best interests of your constituents, how she dealt with sexism and racism in political leadership, and more. If you enjoyed the show and you want to join our community of other women of color who are embracing their voice head over to https://embracingyourvoicepod.com/Connect with Atima on:InstagramTwitterLinkedin

Theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck joins Midday to share another weekly review of a local theatrical production. We discuss the Contemporary American Theater Festival, continuing at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, through July 28. Several plays are on stage at the festivals, do share a common theme? (Photo by Seth Freeman)Email us at midday@wypr.org, tweet us: @MiddayWYPR, or call us at 410-662-8780.

This week Kevin Levine, Waitman Beorn, and Rich Condon drop in to talk about the most famous battle of the Civil War. We jump into Ted Turner's 1993 production, asking if it is an apologist film, talk about the events surrounding the battle, and talk about our favorite Civil War books and films.About our guests:Waitman Beorn is an assistant professor in History at Northumbria University in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK.  Dr. Beorn was previously the Director of the Virginia Holocaust Museum in Richmond, VA and the inaugural Blumkin Professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at the University of Nebraska-Omaha.  His first book, Marching Into Darkness: The Wehrmacht and the Holocaust in Belarus (Harvard University Press) Dr. Beorn is also the author of The Holocaust in Eastern Europe: At the Epicenter of the Final Solution (Bloomsbury Press, 2018) and has recently finished a book on the Janowska concentration camp outside of Lviv, Ukraine. That book Between the Wires: The Janowska Camp and the Holocaust in Lviv will be released in August 2024 from Nebraska University Press.Kevin Levine is an experienced and award-winning educator, author, and historian with expertise in high school and college classroom instruction, historic site tours, collaborations with museums, and history teacher training. His research and writing are focused primarily on the history and legacy of the Civil War era. He is the author and editor of three books, including most recently, Searching For Black Confederates: The Civil War's Most Persistent Myth (2019), Remembering The Battle of the Crater: War as Murder (2012) and Interpreting the Civil War at Museums and Historic Sites (2017). He is currently at work on A Glorious Fate: The Life and Legacy of Colonel Robert Gould Shaw, which is under advance contract with the University of North Carolina Press as well as editing the collected wartime and postwar correspondence of Captain John Christopher Winsmith.Rich Condon is a public historian from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and a graduate of Shepherd University. For over a decade, he has worked with a multitude of sites and organizations, including The Battle of Franklin Trust, Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum, and the National Park Service. Rich has written for Civil War Times Magazine, The Civil War Monitor, American Battlefield Trust, as well as Emerging Civil War, and operates the Civil War Pittsburgh blog. He currently lives in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Join Jen and Abi as they chat with the co-founders of Journal Fodder Junkies, David Modler and Sam Peck for our Season 3 opener! David Modler is a Professor of Art, Coordinator of Art Education, and Department Chair at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, WV. Sam Peck is an art educator at Morton Middle School in Fall River, MA. In this TABcast, David and Sam share the origins of their visual journaling practices, their amazing tet[R]ad Project, how to transition from a product-based curriculum to one focused on process, and how they've integrated it across grade levels.  For more information about TAB, please visit the TAB website: www.teachingfor artisticbehavior.org. Also, you are invited to join us on Mighty Networks (https://teaching-for-artistic-behavior.mn.com/), an online platform dedicated to everything TAB! For more information about all things related to David and Sam check out their website drawandplayhere.com or find them on Instagram @drawandplayhere.   Here is a link to the unedited transcript of this episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D2eMC0bYY4neiHS14HfnXkvPwRyatUPN-ELjYYb_pY8/edit?usp=sharing We recognize that there are probably errors and grammatical issues. If anyone with the time or inclination to edit this wants to do so, please email us at storytellers@teachingforartisticbehavior.org

Be Honest ! REPLAY Original Air Date: January 19th, 2024 Current Date: Date: 4.26.24 Ep. 22 Topic: LIMINAL SPACE: The Art of Living IN Between Guest: Dr. Craig Johnson Guest bio: Dr. Johnson is an Evangelical Protestant pastor. He is the founder and Pastor of Bethel Christian Fellowship in Agoura Hills, California. Craig is Theologian in Residence at Chalcedon Academy in Moorpark, California. He was an Adjunct Professor of Ethics at Shepherd University in Los Angeles, a senior lecturer for the Biblical and American Archaeologist, and contributing writer to Sacred History Magazine. Craig has served as Professor of Philosophy at California Pacific School of Theology in Glendale, California, and Associate Professor of Christian Apologetics and Ethics at California Graduate School of Theology.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Thursday, April 18, 2024.   The WV Hub shares its accomplishments --check out some of the great things happening in our communities…Capital City residents, get involved in your city with Charleston Area Alliance programming…and the artist behind Martinsburg's new mural talks about her work…on today's daily304. #1 – From THE HUB – The folks at the West Virginia Community Development Hub are committed to on-the-ground reporting that tells the true stories of West Virginian communities.  These case studies provide an in-depth exploration of Hub communities and the people who make them. They follow a framework of The Hub's Rural Community Building Best Practices that drive successful community building efforts in rural cities and towns across the state. Learn how creative business owners and city officials in Elkins bridge the arts and recreational tourism. The towns of Smithers and Montgomery team up to build a community. Meanwhile, community members in War work to redefine Southern West Virginia. Check out these stories and more at wvhub.org! Read more: https://wvhub.org/community-case-studies/   #2 – From CHARLESTON AREA ALLIANCE – The Charleston Area Alliance offers a variety of programming and events that fit the needs of members and the community, from networking and social events to professional development programs. Programs include Up Next Charlie West, which gives young professionals and creatives opportunities to connect, engage and make a difference in the Charleston area.  Meanwhile, Leadership Kanawha Valley Program provides knowledge, experiences and connections to community leaders and business professionals, while events like Business After Hours offer the opportunity to network and socialize. Learn more and get involved today! Read more: https://charlestonareaalliance.org/programs-events/   #3 – From WVPB – By early June, a mural will be on display in the heart of Martinsburg tracing the history and culture of Berkeley County over the years. The mural, taking shape on a building on Water Street, consists of 10 foot-by-10 foot panels depicting the arts, agriculture and industry and historic figures.  Lea Craigie, the artist behind the new mural, grew up in Martinsburg and attended Shepherd University as an undergraduate.  “I love unearthing figures, especially of people in history I just never got to know about,” Craigie said, referencing a panel that depicts African American jazz pianist Garland Lorenzo Wilson.  “It's just an amazing, inspiring story of a musician who made it. He ended up going to Paris and playing with all the jazz greats.” Read more: https://wvpublic.org/artist-lea-craigie-retells-berkeley-county-history-with-new-mural/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.    

On this West Virginia Morning, WVPB last spring covered efforts at Shepherd University to regrow American chestnut forests in Appalachia. One year later, that project has incorporated new technology and a familiar tree variant. Jack Walker caught up with a pair of self-proclaimed “chestnutters” to discuss the project at large, and the future of the American chestnut. The post The Future Of The American Chestnut And Our Latest Us & Them, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Karen Spears Zacharias about her new novel NO PERFECT MOTHERS. Karen Spears Zacharias is an American writer whose work focuses on women and justice. She holds an MA in Appalachian Studies from Shepherd University and an MA in Creative Media Practice from the University of West Scotland. She lives at the foot of the Cascade Mountains in Deschutes County, Oregon. Zacharias taught First-Amendment Rights at Central Washington University and continues to teach at writing workshops around the country.

On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Karen Spears Zacharias about her new novel NO PERFECT MOTHERS. Karen Spears Zacharias is an American writer whose work focuses on women and justice. She holds an MA in Appalachian Studies from Shepherd University and an MA in Creative Media Practice from the University of West Scotland. She lives at the foot of the Cascade Mountains in Deschutes County, Oregon. Zacharias taught First-Amendment Rights at Central Washington University and continues to teach at writing workshops around the country. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eliot-parker/support

We're excited to have Jodie Witmer, owner and founder of Wild & Wonderful Enrichment with us on the show today. Jodie started her career in education in the summers of her college years, working with kids in small groups. She graduated with a Bachelors in Elementary Education from Shepherd University. When her son turned three, they started forest school, and she shares that it was their first introduction to homeschool. She went on to eventually enroll him in public kindergarten, but during his first grade year, she felt that they needed a transition.After attending a workshop, Jodie's eyes were opened to so many educational possibilities & ideas. She began homeschooling her son, and wanted to open up a place for other homeschool families to bring their children for enrichment activities. The idea of Wild and Wonderful Enrichment was born.Wild and Wonderful Enrichment offers small groups, hands-on learning, and exploration of nature for homeschool students. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents who want their kids to get additional enrichment classes in addition to what they are already receiving in their homeschool education.Check out this episode for more information on this educational opportunity!Episode Highlights:Intro to Jodie.Jodie's educational background.How Jodie was introduced to homeschool.The idea of an enrichment program.Wild & Wonderful Enrichment.More on Guest: Email Jodie: wildandwonderfulenrichment@gmail.comFind Wild & Wonderful Enrichment on FacebookVisit Jodie's Website Here!Check Out Wild & Wonderful Enrichment's YouTube ChannelFollow Wild & Wonderful Enrichment on InstagramJodie's TPT StoreMore on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode:Visit Our Show Notes Page HERE!Kim@loveyourschoolwv.orgLeah@loveyourschoolwv.org www.loveyourschool.orgVisit our Facebook HERE!Visit our Instagram HERE!This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.

On this West Virginia Morning, a Shepherd University professor is overseeing research to make aircraft communication more secure. Caroline MacGregor sat down with Assistant Professor of Business Administration George Ray to talk about his cutting-edge research. The post Shepherd Professor Talks Aircraft Communication Research On This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Carolina Panthers rookie QB Bryce Young travels to take on the Chicago Bears and QB Tyson Bagent. Tim Donnelly says that the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft needs to outperform and outplay the undrafted rookie out of Shepherd University.

In "One Pill Can Kill”, hosts Jodie Sweetin and Amy McCarthy are joined by two distinguished guests who shed light on the perilous world of fake pills and fentanyl. Rich Lucey, a senior prevention program manager in the Drug Enforcement Administration's Community Outreach and Prevention Support Section, brings invaluable expertise in drug misuse prevention and education. Joe Bozenko, a Senior Research Chemist at DEA's Special Testing and Research Laboratory, is a global authority in investigating synthetic drug manufacturing. Rich and Joe delve into the chilling potency of fentanyl and its profit-driven motivations, emphasizing the challenges in distinguishing these dangerous pills, even for professionals. They highlight the shift toward obtaining pills through social media, revealing the dire need for awareness and action. The episode also tackles how parents can initiate critical conversations with their children about this looming danger, emphasizing the importance of information over scare tactics. Real-life stories underscore the gravity of the situation, while strategies for parental protection and community-based solutions are explored. Throughout the episode, Joe and Rich's expertise guides the discussion, providing essential insights into this pressing issue.   Key Takeaways: The "One Pill Can Kill" campaign underscores the dangers of fake pills. Fentanyl and fake pills are explained, highlighting the hidden perils within fake medications. Identifying fake pills is a significant challenge due to their visual similarity to genuine ones. Illicit labs play a role in producing dangerous pills, requiring rigorous quality control efforts. The motivations behind adding harmful substances to pills are driven by demand and profit. Online prescriptions can be risky, and their easy access through telehealth and social media is concerning. Parents are encouraged to engage in meaningful, fact-based conversations with their children about these dangers.   Jodie Sweetin is an actress, author, and advocate, best known for her role as Stephanie Tanner on the iconic sitcom "Full House" and its sequel "Fuller House". In 2009 she penned her memoir, "unSweetined", which chronicles her journey through addiction and into recovery. With her frank and open approach, Jodie has emerged as a compelling speaker and advocate who now seeks to use her platform and experiences to educate others and reduce the stigma associated with addiction and recovery. @jodiesweetin Amy McCarthy, LICSW, is a Director of Clinical Social Work at Boston Children's Hospital's Division of Addiction Medicine. She has been working in the Adolescent Substance Use and Addiction Program since 2019. @amymccarthylicsw Rich Lucey is a senior prevention program manager in the Drug Enforcement Administration's Community Outreach and Prevention Support Section. Rich plans and executes educational and public information programs, evaluates program goals and outcomes, and serves as an advisor to the Section Chief and other DEA officials on drug misuse prevention and education programs. Rich formerly served as special assistant to the director for the federal Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, and worked as an education program specialist in the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Safe and Drug-Free Schools. Joe Bozenko is a Senior Research Chemist with the DEA's Special Testing and Research Laboratory at  Dulles, Virginia and a Scientific Advisor to DEA's Special Operations Division. He's been with the DEA for  23+ years and investigates synthetic drug manufacturing around the world. Mr. Bozenko has processed  some of the largest methamphetamine laboratories in the world, traveled extensively, and has authored  and presented many reports and peer-reviewed scientific articles pertaining to the clandestine synthesis  and analysis of controlled substances. Mr. Bozenko is closely involved with science-related officer safety  and leads DEA's handheld instrumentation testing and evaluation. In addition to this, Mr. Bozenko has also been instrumental in the development of the DEA's High-Hazard Level ‘A' Clandestine Laboratory  Response Training Program. Mr. Bozenko is also charged with the specialized analysis of selected  fentanyl, methamphetamine, and MDMA samples, both domestic and international, for intelligence  purposes. Mr. Bozenko holds both Baccalaureate and Master's Degrees in Chemistry and is an Adjunct  Professor of Chemistry at Shepherd University. Mr. Bozenko also holds a patent, jointly with Harvard  University, on the Archimedes Magnetic Levitation System. Mr. Bozenko has been featured on  television, periodicals and in Sam Quinones' new book The Least of Us: True Stories of American and  Hope in the Times of Fentanyl and Meth.  Elks: As a 150-year-old organization, they are 100% inclusive with a membership of close to 1 million diverse men and women in over 2,000 Lodges nationally, and while they consider themselves faith based, they are nondenominational and open to all creeds. The Elks have always prided themselves on civic duty, and the Elks Drug and Alcohol Prevention (DAP) program is the nation's largest all volunteer Kids Drug & Alcohol Use Prevention program. The Elks are also strong supporters of our brave men and women in the military, having built and donated the nation's first VA Hospital to the U.S. government. The Elks have donated more than $3.6 billion in cash, goods, and services to enrich the lives of millions of people!  DEA: The United States Drug Enforcement Administration was created in 1973 by President Nixon after the government noticed an alarming rise in recreational drug use and drug-related crime. A division of the Department of Justice, DEA enforces controlled substances laws by apprehending offenders to be prosecuted for criminal and civil crimes. DEA is the largest and most effective antidrug organization in the world, with 241 domestic locations in 23 field divisions and 93 international field divisions in 69  countries.   Resources/Links SAMHSA | Help and Treatment Get Smart About Drugs Growing Up Drug Free: A Parent's Guide to Substance Use Prevention One Pill Could Kill   DEA Website DEA on Instagram DEA on Twitter DEA on Facebook DEA YouTube Channel   Elks Kid Zone Website Elks Drug Awareness Program Website Elks DAP on Twitter Elks DAP on Facebook Elks DAP on YouTube   Jodie Sweetin's Links Jodie's Instagram Jodie's TikTok   Amy McCarthy's Links Amy's Instagram Boston Children's Hospital Instagram Boston Children's Hospital Addiction Medicine

In what's far and away the most fun story of the week, Peter goes on a deeper dive to get to know Bears rookie QB Tyson Bagent. Peter is joined by Bagent's college coach, Shepherd University (WV) HC Ernie McCook. Coach McCook dazzles us with stories of Bagent's absurd college exploits on the field, as well as some of the intangible magic he has off of it. He also tells us about the Bears QB's incredible work ethic, and what it's like training and preparing at a DII school as opposed to a Division 1 power. Coach McCook says that no Division I school offered Bagent a scholarship and how being in his life since he was a teenager helped him land the recruit of a lifetime. Finally, he tells us which NFL legend he compares Bagent to and sheds light on how Bagent got prepared for a 2023 NFL season in which he was no guarantee to make the roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In what's far and away the most fun story of the week, Peter goes on a deeper dive to get to know Bears rookie QB Tyson Bagent. Peter is joined by Bagent's college coach, Shepherd University (WV) HC Ernie McCook. Coach McCook dazzles us with stories of Bagent's absurd college exploits on the field, as well as some of the intangible magic he has off of it. He also tells us about the Bears QB's incredible work ethic, and what it's like training and preparing at a DII school as opposed to a Division 1 power. Coach McCook says that no Division I school offered Bagent a scholarship and how being in his life since he was a teenager helped him land the recruit of a lifetime. Finally, he tells us which NFL legend he compares Bagent to and sheds light on how Bagent got prepared for a 2023 NFL season in which he was no guarantee to make the roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In what's far and away the most fun story of the week, Peter goes on a deeper dive to get to know Bears rookie QB Tyson Bagent. Peter is joined by Bagent's college coach, Shepherd University (WV) HC Ernie McCook. Coach McCook dazzles us with stories of Bagent's absurd college exploits on the field, as well as some of the intangible magic he has off of it. He also tells us about the Bears QB's incredible work ethic, and what it's like training and preparing at a DII school as opposed to a Division 1 power. Coach McCook says that no Division I school offered Bagent a scholarship and how being in his life since he was a teenager helped him land the recruit of a lifetime. Finally, he tells us which NFL legend he compares Bagent to and sheds light on how Bagent got prepared for a 2023 NFL season in which he was no guarantee to make the roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In what's far and away the most fun story of the week, Peter goes on a deeper dive to get to know Bears rookie QB Tyson Bagent. Peter is joined by Bagent's college coach, Shepherd University (WV) HC Ernie McCook. Coach McCook dazzles us with stories of Bagent's absurd college exploits on the field, as well as some of the intangible magic he has off of it. He also tells us about the Bears QB's incredible work ethic, and what it's like training and preparing at a DII school as opposed to a Division 1 power. Coach McCook says that no Division I school offered Bagent a scholarship and how being in his life since he was a teenager helped him land the recruit of a lifetime. Finally, he tells us which NFL legend he compares Bagent to and sheds light on how Bagent got prepared for a 2023 NFL season in which he was no guarantee to make the roster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vegas has in season odds right now with the Jets at 7.5 wins for the season. So they would only need 5 more wins the rest of the way to surpass that. Are the Jets better than the Giants right now? Boomer is calling the Jets over the Giants a ‘lock'. We also talked about the Bears QB for this week, Tyson Bagent. He went to Shepherd University which none of us ever heard of, including Eddie. Jerry is here for an update and starts with Rashaad Jennings missing an easy letter in Wheel of Fortune. The Fox station in Phoenix couldn't find a single Diamondbacks fan in Philadelphia. There were a lot of fights at the Cowboys/Chargers game and Boomer wants to know how we can stop that. In the final segment of the hour, we had a great time at our B&G live show meeting with more ideas for Schwartzy The Snowman.

Hour 1 Gio was so excited about Max Scherzer's performance last night and summed it up by saying, ‘that guy sucks'. Gio made good money last night betting against him. With all of the bad going on in NY sports lately, this was an awesome sports night. Julius Randle said the Knicks must show urgency now. Gio said he always collapses in a big spot. We talked about the upcoming Knicks season. Boomer feels like the pre-season has been going on forever. Jerry is here for his first update and starts with Trevor Lawrence talking about tonight's game against the Saints and whether he'll play or not. Brian Daboll said Daniel Jones wants to play but they will have to wait for the doctor's evaluation. Mike McDaniel was asked if anyone could do what Tua is doing with this team. Deshaun Watson was asked when he'll be back and he's not sure. Scherzer gave up 5 runs last night to the enjoyment of Mets fans everywhere. Chris Russo talked about taking too many gummies on the plane back from the Super Bowl. In the final segment of the hour, what is the Mets plan for the offseason now that they brought David Stearns in? What are they going to do with Pete Alonso? Travis Kelce had to buy a new house for more privacy now that he's dating the most popular woman on the planet.  Hour 2 Boomer got some more info on Aaron Rodgers and achilles injuries. He seems to be stretching that tendon before it's fully healed, which is not recommended. It could be re-injured again. He is risking his achilles never getting back to normal if he keeps pushing it like he is. Bottom line is he is not playing again this year, even though he and Rob Saleh are acting like it could happen. Manifestation is very real to Aaron Rodgers, but reality is he cannot play football anytime soon. Jerry is here for an update but first we talked about manifesting things and how it's not possible. Justin Pugh got himself a 1-year deal with the Giants and somehow tied Jerry Seinfeld into it. The Astros got to Max Scherzer in the second inning and Gio made money by betting against him. The Las Vegas Aces won the WNBA Championship and the afternoon show was there. In the final segment of the hour, Gio looks at the current odds for teams to win the Super Bowl. We also talked about the rumored story that Caleb Williams wants part ownership of the team that drafts him.  Hour 3 Vegas has in season odds right now with the Jets at 7.5 wins for the season. So they would only need 5 more wins the rest of the way to surpass that. Are the Jets better than the Giants right now? Boomer is calling the Jets over the Giants a ‘lock'. We also talked about the Bears QB for this week, Tyson Bagent. He went to Shepherd University which none of us ever heard of, including Eddie. Jerry is here for an update and starts with Rashaad Jennings missing an easy letter in Wheel of Fortune. The Fox station in Phoenix couldn't find a single Diamondbacks fan in Philadelphia. There were a lot of fights at the Cowboys/Chargers game and Boomer wants to know how we can stop that. In the final segment of the hour, we had a great time at our B&G live show meeting with more ideas for Schwartzy The Snowman.  Hour 4 We talked about the Vikings and Kirk Cousins parting ways after this season. Boomer said just wait until Justin Jefferson has a different quarterback firing the ball over his head. We talked about MVP odds as it sits right now in the NFL. Jerry is here for his final update of the morning and we talked about all of the backup QBs that will be playing this week. Daniel Jones said he's close to coming back but doesn't know if he'll be good to go yet for this week. Davante Adams doesn't seem to want to be on the Raiders anymore. Deshaun Watson isn't sure when he'll play again. Patrick Mahomes wants to become part owner of an NFL team when he's done playing. Max Scherzer had a bad night on the mound, again. The Astros beat the Rangers. The NBA season is getting underway next week. The Moment of The Day involves Eddie, yarn events and shaving sheep. In the final segment of the show, there is not an obvious knockout pool team. Maybe Buffalo going to New England, but are you really confident in that? Daniel Jones normally plays well against Washington so they better start stacking W's. Who will be the biggest name traded at the deadline? Davante Adams most likely. The afternoon show was in the suite last night at Barclays Center for the WNBA finals. What team could Davante Adams wind up with? Boomer thinks the Lions and that could be a real game changer. Gio said what about the Cowboys?

This week Taylor Doll is joined by Martinsburg High School Coach David Walker and former Shepherd University offensive coordinator Tye Hiatt to chat about the journey of backup quarterback Tyson Bagent. From 0 star mildly recruited to D2 football at Shepherd, to 1 of 15 QB's invited to the NFL combine followed by going undrafted but eventually signed by the Chicago Bears and now potentially making his debut this weekend. The journey of Tyson Bagent is one of a kind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Taylor Doll is joined by Martinsburg High School Coach David Walker and former Shepherd University offensive coordinator Tye Hiatt to chat about the journey of backup quarterback Tyson Bagent. From 0 star mildly recruited to D2 football at Shepherd, to 1 of 15 QBs invited to the NFL combine, followed by going undrafted but eventually signed by the Chicago Bears, and now potentially making his debut this weekend. The journey of Tyson Bagent is one of a kind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this West Virginia Morning, West Virginia author Ann Pancake is the 2023 Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence at Shepherd University. We speak with her about her acclaimed novel Strange as This Weather Has Been – and what's coming next in her career. The post Author Ann Pancake Discusses ‘Strange As This Weather Has Been' And What's Next, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

I spoke with Shepherd University music students about meditation and wellness, and led a short sitting meditation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/steve-grives/support

Comedian Josh McDonald has been a fixture of the Huntington comedy scene for over a decade, in 2017 he released 'Hero in Town,' West Virginia's first stand-up comedy special. In today's Commonplace, he talks about going to Shepherd University during a period where the music scene there included The Demon Beat, Rozwell Kid and the Fox Hunt, what Huntington comedy was like in the era of the Funny Bone, and how he shapes his material from the stage.

On this week's PreserveCast, take a step back in time as we talk with Timothy Ware about his book Maryland in the French & Indian War. Tim will talk to us about where his interest in American history started, why he decided to write his book, and the importance of the French & Indian War to Maryland. Tim Ware grew up outside of Martinsburg, West Virginia, in a region filled with history spanning from the colonial period to the American Civil War and beyond. His passion for history pushed him to pursue an undergraduate degree in history from Shepherd University and a graduate degree in American history from American Public University. In the first book, Tim dives into Maryland's participation in a war that began as a skirmish on the frontiers of Pennsylvania and grew up into a global war for empire. Tim resides in Hagerstown, Maryland, with his wife, Heather; son Clyde; and two dogs, Nell and Kash. Learn More: https://www.amazon.com/Maryland-French-Indian-War-Military/dp/1467150347

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Friday, Aug. 11  Mercer County prepares for $100 million sports complex…a Morgan County couple achieves their dream of opening a trail store (with a little help from WV SBDC)…and, Ho ho ho! Santa Claus is coming to Cass, so get your train tickets in advance…on today's daily304. #1 – From WVVA-TV –  The Mercer County Commission recently held a public hearing regarding a $100 million Economic Development Authority project that is slated to start construction in 2024. The Ridges Sports Complex and Expo Center will be located right off Exit 9 in Princeton. The complex will consist of multiple sports fields;  a commercial area that will welcome retailers, restaurants and lodging; and a parks and recreation area for walking trails, playgrounds and a dog park. The commission voted to approve the land on which The Ridges will be built to be its own economic district. “It's important to note that no taxpayers are going to have their taxes raised,” Economic Development Authority Executive Director John O'Neal said. “The County Commission is not having to dedicate any money out of their budget for this. This allows us to create a district to allow funding to occur based on future dollars created within the district.” Read more: https://www.wvva.com/2023/07/27/massive-100-million-sports-complex-expo-center-coming-mercer-county/ #2 – From WV SBDC –  Trail Depot is the newest outdoor enthusiast spot in Morgan County. Owners Alex Teixeira and Amanda-Hollins Teixeira saw opening the Berkeley Springs store as an opportunity to spread their love and passion for the outdoors with visitors and locals alike.  “We have the opportunity to fill this store with anything and everything we've ever wanted, but we never got ourselves,” said Alex Teixeira.  To help make their dream a reality, the couple reached out to the West Virginia Small Business Development Center and have been working with two business coaches from the  Eastern Panhandle office. “They filled a niche that wasn't being served,” Business Coach Michael Boyd said. “Berkeley Springs is a mecca for weekend visitors and people who love the outdoors. This shop serves that need and elevates the whole experience in Morgan County.” Business Coach Carol Goolsby, who also teaches at Shepherd University, used her unique position in education and business to connect her students to Trail Depot. The students helped the shop with their inventory and merchandise, supply chain, research, marketing, and more.  “It's been a really valuable experience for Amanda and Alex as a small business starting out and a valuable experience for students as well to be able to work with a real business, helping them build and develop to the place they are today,” Goolsby said. Visit Trail Depot on Facebook to learn more about the outfitter. Read more: https://wvsbdc.com/trail-depot-berkeley-springs-first-outdoor-shop/   #3 – From LOOTPRESS – Better hope you made the “nice” list, because Santa Claus is returning to Cass Scenic Railroad State Park this Christmas! The highly anticipated steam-powered journey will depart from the Cass depot, taking passengers on a ride along the scenic Greenbrier River. The excursion is estimated to last between 75 to 90 minutes and will feature beautifully decorated and heated coaches. A limited number of seats will be available inside the historic Chesapeake & Ohio caboose located at the rear of the train, providing a unique and nostalgic experience. Children participating in this magical journey will be in for a treat, as each one will receive a special surprise gift during the ride.  Departures for the Santa Claus train rides will commence on December 1st. For additional information and tickets, visit www.mountainrailwv.com/tour/christmas-at-cass. Read more: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.lootpress.com/santa-claus-returning-to-cass-scenic-railroad-in-december/&sa=D&source=editors&ust=1691524686296225&usg=AOvVaw1tEFa1YGLulGwWlkVblgbP   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

On July 27, 2023, Dr. James Broomall gave a fascinating presentation on artifacts taken from the battlefields of the Civil War that helped shape the memory of the conflict. From Col. Elmer Ellsworth's death coat to the shattered tree stump of Spotsylvania, Civil War Americans actively collected and displayed objects of war. These battle pieces appeared in small museums at the turn of the twentieth century to help visitors understand the blasted landscapes from which they came. This talk will explore the lives of artifacts after they were taken from the field of action in order to understand how they informed the construction of memory. Objects with violent histories both contested and confirmed the prevailing discourse of romanticism in the nineteenth century. On the one hand, Americans clung to things connected to death and violence. On the other, Americans projected violence as regenerative to justify bloodshed. Dr. James J. Broomall is an associate professor of history at Shepherd University and the director of the George Tyler Moore Center for the Study of the Civil War, which promotes a dialogue among popular and academic audiences by integrating scholarship, education, and engagement. He is a cultural historian of the Civil War era and has published many articles and essays in journals and magazines, including Common Place: The Journal of Early American Life, Civil War History, and The Journal of the Civil War Era. James is the author of Private Confederacies: The Emotional Worlds of Southern Men as Citizens and Soldiers (2019). He is currently working on a book project titled, “Battle Pieces: The Art and Artifacts of the American Civil War Era,” which explores how historical imagery and military artifacts were used to create representations of violence, war, and death. This lecture is presented in partnership with the Wilton House Museum. The content and opinions expressed in these presentations are solely those of the speaker and not necessarily of the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Friday, July 28  The WV SBDC opens an office at Shepherd University…WV BusinessLink looks into capital accessibility…and take an Appalachian foodie journey with Crave WV--Yum!…on today's daily304. #1 – From WV SBDC – The West Virginia Small Business Development Center has opened a new office in the Eastern Panhandle in partnership with Shepherd University's business lab. “I believe this partnership between Shepherd University, College of Business and the SBDC provides an important complement to the academic learning environment for our business students. Having SBDC on campus creates linking pins between SU-COB students and small businesses looking for assistance.” said Dr. Ben Martz, Dean of the College of Business at Shepherd University. The business lab at Shepherd University's main campus opened in January 2023. The WV SBDC also has an office in Martinsburg. Read more: https://wvsbdc.com/the-wv-sbdc-opens-satellite-office-in-shepherd-universitys-business-lab/ #2 – From WV BUSINESSLINK – Access to capital is a critical factor for the success of entrepreneurs, but traditional funding avenues have often presented challenges for many aspiring business owners, particularly those from marginalized communities.  Fortunately, the Kauffman Foundation's recent report, “Access to Capital: Removing Barriers for Entrepreneurs 2023,” offers insights into the current landscape of capital accessibility and proposes innovative solutions to address these obstacles.  Visit WV Business Link online to view a few key highlights from the report. Read more: https://wvbusinesslink.com/2023/07/05/removing-barriers-enhancing-access-to-capital-for-entrepreneurs-in-2023/ #3 – From WV.GOV – West Virginians are known for their traditions, and that sings true for our food. No matter where you are in the state, there's a restaurateur with a story to tell. That's where Crave WV comes in! Follow us on a culinary journey across the Mountain State as we uncover these hidden gems and introduce you to the culinary masterminds behind the dishes you crave! Subscribe to the daily304 YouTube channel and podcast so you don't miss an episode! Watch the videos: https://www.wv.gov/daily304/cravewv/Pages/default.aspx   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

It's time for another visit with Midday theater critic J. Wynn Rousuck, who joins us each week with her reviews of the mid-Atlantic regional stage. The Contemporary American Theater festival is at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, W.V., until July 30. This new festival tends to produce tough, edgy plays. Is that the case again this year? Are there any common themes?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this West Virginia Morning, Shepherdstown and Romney both lay claim to being the oldest town in West Virginia – but there's some confusion as to which town is actually correct. Shepherd Snyder spoke to Appalachian historian and Shepherd University professor Benjamin Bankhurst about why the answer is more complicated than it appears. The post The Oldest Town In The State And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

On this West Virginia Morning, Kentucky author Barbara Kingsolver won a 2023 Pulitzer Prize in Fiction for her newest novel Demon Copperhead. In light of this achievement, we are listening back to our interview with Kingsolver last fall, when she was recognized as the 2022 Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence at Shepherd University. The post Appalachian Author Wins A Pulitzer On This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

On this West Virginia Morning, it is Holocaust Remembrance Day by the Jewish calendar in recognition of the 80th anniversary of the uprising in the Warsaw ghetto during World War II. The day honors six million Jews murdered during the war. The post Holocaust Remembrance Day And Shepherd University Encourages Campus Carry Dialogue, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

On this West Virginia Morning, one hotly debated bill before the state legislature is one that restricts gender-affirming health care for state youth. It's slowly moving forward in the Senate. In our latest episode of The Legislature Today, News Director Eric Douglas speaks with reporter Curtis Tate about the bill. The post Gender-Affirming Health Care And Sen. Capito Visits Shepherd University On This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

"The beauty of upcycling is that it can apply to every stage of the supply chain, from the farm level all the way down to consumers… It's really a mind shift on how we think about food and what is edible and what isn't." —Angie Crone   The global food waste epidemic is no longer a secret. Each year, billions of tons of food are wasted globally, including tons of perfectly edible produce that are lost even before they can reach homes, stores, and eateries. Thankfully, upcycling is now seen as a sustainable way to accelerate innovation and reduce food waste.    Upcycling is a creative approach to turning food waste and food products that may otherwise go to waste into something useful and profitable. Not only does this save food, but it also reduces environmental impacts. With upcycling, we can rethink how we view what is waste and what's being wasted.    In this episode, Justine sits with Angie Crone, the Interim CEO of Upcycled Food Association (UFA). The organization's work is driven by a powerful mission to turn the most authentic economic movement into quantifiable success for upcycled food businesses. To this end, the organization has created the Upcycled Food Standard, a traceable, transparent label for upcycled foods, to identify and certify products that are using upcycled ingredients.    By joining their network of certified business, members can gain a competitive advantage and be seen as credible and trustworthy. Currently, their membership network is made up of upcycled food businesses from 20 countries around the world - from small artisan businesses to large multinationals companies and academic institutions.    Listen in as Justine and Angie talk about the role of upcycling in achieving nutritional security, accelerating innovation through upcycling, differentiating waste and food that's being wasted, the benefits of being Upcycle Certified, and much much more! Meet Angie:  Angie Crone is the Interim CEO Of Upcycled Food Association. A highly creative and motivated change-maker, she holds the ability to build purpose-driven programs from the ground up and shepherd them through the entire implementation process with success.    With great insight into the needs of the organization and its end users, Angie is well-versed in designing value-adding programs, building lasting relationships and ensuring everyone is invested in the process. She has also been part of human rights and environmental standards and frameworks, delivering high-value initiatives, and leading cross-functional teams. Her passion and drive, combined with a dynamic and motivating approach, have enabled her to successfully reach goals time and time again. Her educational background is quite impressive. She holds a Master of Public Administration from Columbia University, a Graduate Certificate in Emergency and Disaster Management from American Military University, and a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Management from Shepherd University.    Website Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram  LinkedIn YouTube Episode Highlights: 02:41 The UFA Journey 06:33 Accelerating Innovation Through Upcycling 10:32 Rethinking Food Waste 14:46 The Benefits of Being Upcycle Certified 18:20 Road to 300  

As a child, Margaret, then called Peggie, walked alone through the hills of Western Pennsylvania imagining tales of wild adventures in mysterious lands. It was there, amidst the fields of corn, waves of wheat, and thickets of the woods, that the seeds of her life as a writer were sown. Following a lifetime of service to others not only as a mother and wife but as a church musician and piano teacher to hundreds of students, Margaret retrieved the volumes of writings she had kept to herself and claimed her true passion—storytelling.In what she terms “the last trimester of my life,” she lives by the motto, If not now, when? In the past decade, she has earned a B.A. in English from Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, West Virginia, and an MFA in Creative Writing from Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. The stories she pens span the genres of mysteries, historical fiction, and what she has coined, “historical horror,” macabre tales imagined in the lives of figures from the past. Her work has appeared in Sans Merci Literary Magazine, and Boshemia. Running from Her Feet is her debut novel.Margaret lives in a log cabin in the heart of heaven, the Appalachian Mountains, with her husband, Rick, and their dog-child, Heidi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Be patient with yourself.” Eva-María Suárez Büdenbender holds a Ph.D. in Spanish from Pennsylvania State University and received her Master's Degree from the same institution. She also holds a Master's Degree in History. She was as Assistant Professor of Spanish at Shepherd University for 12 years before moving to industry. Today she designs, creates, and delivers a wide variety of language content to multiple levels of language learning in Spanish and German, at online learning companies like Mango Languages, Babbel, and Education First. Eva-Maria Suarez Büdenbender at LinkedIn Anna Marie Trester/Career Linguist Linguist List Topics covered: – Multilingualism – Content creation – Research – Sociolinguistics – Language learning – Apps – Contract work Download a transcript here (Word doc) or view it online here courtesy of Luca DinuThe post Episode #12: Eva-María Suárez Büdenbender first appeared on Linguistics Careercast.

Kevin Poland serves as President of American Pest, an Anticimex Company based in Maryland, with over 400 employees and $59 million in annual revenue. Poland graduated from Shepherd University in 2010 with a Sports Communication degree and began his journey with American Pest in 2010 as the event marketing specialist. During his time at American Pest, Kevin has found a way to “gamify” his company's culture, while also maintaining multiple locations. His team has maintained their place on the PCT Top 100 list for a few years now, with hopes to meet $100 million in revenue by their 100 year anniversary in 2025. In today's episode Rusty and Kevin discuss the importance of networking within your industry, finding leadership groups, customer retention, and more. Additional topics include NPMA's Academy Program, coaching team members, and the future of home based services. https://www.facebook.com/prewettpestpodcast

Episode 142 Notes and Links to Sadie Shorr-Parks' Work        On Episode 142 of The Chills at Will Podcast, Pete welcomes Sadie Shorr-Parks, and the two discuss, among other topics, her lifelong love of poetry, formational writers and poems, art's role in her writing life, themes of her poetry revolving around love and loss and so many more themes, and the amazing circumstances that inspired her poetry collection's title and ethos.       Sadie Shorr-Parks teaches writing at Shepherd University, where she is the Director for the Society for Creative Writing. She is the author of HONEY MONTH (Main Street Rag). Her writing has previously appeared or is forthcoming in Appalachian Heritage, Aquifer: The Florida Review, Blueline, Cimmaron Review, The Hongkong Review, Lines+Stars, Painted Bride Quarterly, Sierra Nevada Review, Southwest Review, Utne Reader, and Witness, among others. Her book reviews can be found in Los Angeles Review of Books and Southern Literary Review.  She edited Becoming International: Musings on Studying Abroad in America (Parlor Press). Sadie Shorr-Parks' Website   Buy Honey Month   Read Samples from Honey Month   “Making Light of It”-Gabby Bates Interviews Sadie for Southwest Review, Aug 2022   At about 2:00, Sadie discusses her loves in teaching, and the two discuss the power of personal narratives   At about 4:20, The two begin to explore ideas of perspective in writing   At about 4:45, Sadie lists some of the artistic works-visual, literature, etc.-that have thrilled her and inspired her   At about 8:00, Pete cites a profound quote from Sadie's work that dovetails with questions for her about art and muses; Sadie analyzes the exact quote with regard to her mother's life and her own   At about 11:50, Sadie responds to Pete's questions about works/writers that have given her “chills at will,” including Warsan Shire, “For Women Who are Difficult to Love,” Marianne Boruch, Louise Gluck (“her desert island poem”), and Ada Limón    At about 14:25, the two fanboy/girl as they discuss Andrea Cohen's legendary, chill-inducing “The Committee Weighs In”   At about 15:20, Sadie gives some Ada Limón recs   At about 16:10, Pete (again) recommends “The Gospel According to Mark” as a stunner   At about 18:00, Pete wonders about “ ‘Eureka' moments” for Sadie, and she talks about the “dreamy” feeling associated with grad school and creating   At about 21:30, Sadie delves into the significance of the title and inspirations for Honey Month   At about 23:55, The two discuss the “loving review” done by Gabby Bates for Sadie's collection   At about 24:55, the two use a quote from Bates to discuss    At about 27:20, Pete cites a quote from Honey Month's Goodreads page and the conversation moves to Pete's description of the collection as “quiet” and Sadie reacts to this description    At about 30:30, Sadie talks about her love of 16th/century poetry and its characteristics    At about 31:50, The two reflect on the quiet and nature depicted in the collection    At about 35:25, Sadie references a certain poem and ideas of beauty and love being intertwined    At about 37;00, Sadie discusses the recurring theme of love and breaks from lovers, and Pete notes the opposites that stand out that accentuate love and other ideas   At about 38:25, Pete points out some clever and interesting verb usages throughout the collection    At about 40:20, Pete cites another set of opposites and Sadie is reminded of writing this work in 2017, as the world was changing so rapidly   At about 42:00, Sadie notes how differently her upcoming collection themes are from the first    At about 43:00, Pete shouts out Nightbitch as an incredible work that so aptly describes early parenthood   At about 44:50, The two discuss “adding to subtract” and Sadie discusses ideas of body image, double-standards and metaphors that come with “destruction”   At about 47:40, the two discuss poems that feature themes of nostalgia and lost love and equilibrium    At about 49:40, Sadie talks about the importance of being “even-keeled”   At about 50:50, Pete cites a meaningful line, and Sadie discusses various meanings of “missing” someone   At about 52:40, The two discuss poems dealing with love and reconciliation     At about 55:15, The two gives differing takes on a key line about “endings”   At about 57:15-57:50, Sadie describes how a poem brought her boyfriend (now husband!) and her together   At about 57:55, A key line about daughters and mothers engenders conversation about a key theme of the book and how hard is it to write about beloved people (moms for sure!)   At about 1:00:00, The two discuss the format of    At about 1:02:50, Sadie reads “The Slowing”   At about 1:03:45, Sadie reads “Magma”   At about 1:05:20, The two discuss “comfort books”   At about 1:06:40, Sadie shouts out places to buy her book and discusses upcoming        You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow me on IG, where I'm @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where I'm @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both my YouTube Channel and my podcast while you're checking out this episode.  This is a passion project of mine, a DIY operation, and I'd love for your help in promoting what I'm convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form. The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com. Please tune in for Episode 143 with Neema Avashia. Neema was born and raised in southern West Virginia to Indian immigrant parents, and she has been a civics and history teacher in the Boston Public Schools since 2003. She is the author of Another Appalachia: Coming Up Queer and Indian in a Mountain Place, published in March 2022. The episode will air on September 27.