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Shawnee State University Receives ARC Area Development Grant to Renovate Health Science Labs

Shawnee State University has been awarded an Appalachian Regional Commission Area Development Grant to support major renovations to its College of Health and Human Services laboratory spaces. The upgrades aim to enhance hands-on learning for students and address the region’s healthcare workforce needs.

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Jeff Hamilton Named Dean of Students at Shawnee State University

Shawnee State University’s Office of the Provost has appointed Jeff Hamilton as Dean of Students, following his interim appointment. 

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Rhodes Athletic Center to Charge for Athletic Event Parking Starting in 2026

Beginning January 3, 2026, Shawnee State University will charge for parking during Shawnee State athletic events held at Rhodes Athletic Center.

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Shawnee State Student Leaders Attend National Conference on Student Life

A group of Shawnee State University student leaders recently traveled to Atlanta to attend the National Conference on Student Life (NCSL).

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Shawnee State University Breaks Ground on New Softball Field at Labold Park

Shawnee State University broke ground Tuesday, Dec. 16, on its new softball field at Labold Park.

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From left: Shawnee State University Athletic Director Gerald Cadogan; Head Softball Coach Kristen Bradshaw; Director of Planning, Construction and Facilities John Temponeras; and President Eric Andrew Braun gather to celebrate the launch of new softball facilities on campus.
Shawnee State University Announces Construction of New Softball Field

Shawnee State University is moving forward with a major enhancement to its athletic facilities, announcing construction of a new softball field that will give SSU Softball a dedicated home at Labold Park.

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Amended Notice – Shawnee State University Board of Trustees to Hold Special Meeting

The Shawnee State University Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025 in the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts, Howland Recital Hall, located on the Shawnee State University campus.

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Gene Burns
Preparing Tomorrow’s Doctors at Shawnee State

Dr. Eugene Burns has had the privilege of teaching biology to numerous students since 1999.

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