Women Investing in Shepherd (WISH) WISH is a women's giving circle sponsored by the Shepherd University Foundation. Its mission is to inspire, educate, and develop the amazing potential of women's philanthropy. Since 2015, our high-impact grants to Shepherd University and the tri-state community affect positive changes, bring new funding resources, and make philanthropy accessible. Presenters: […]
The connection between planetary health and human health is complex and increasingly important as human fates become ever more intertwined with the future of wildlife and global resilience.
Berniece Collis is a life-long resident of Berkeley County. Graduate of Shepherd University and WV University. Berniece taught for 11 years at Hedgesville Middle School. She left to join her husband in the family business, Minghini's General Contractors, Inc, where she has the pleasure of working daily with her husband and two sons. Bernice served […]
Chris Gorman’s lifelong dedication to agriculture began in childhood, working alongside his father and grandfather at Harmony Hill Farm. His curiosity and commitment to learning every aspect of farm operations led him to take on increasing responsibility, including decision-making roles focused on expanding production and implementing best management practices. Chris is especially committed to environmental […]
Get ready to raise a glass at our newly reimagined Craft Beer Fest — a fresh twist on our beloved annual Shepherdstown Beer and Food Fest! We’re teaming up with talented local artisans to showcase the very best brews our region has to offer. Your $30 ticket includes three (3) alcoholic drink tickets, plus access […]
John W. Aldis, MD, MPH&TM John is a retired family practice physician living in Jefferson County. After graduation from the University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1971 he completed his internship at Gorgas Hospital in the Panama Canal Zone before serving nine years on overseas tours in the U.S. Navy in the Philippines, Taiwan, […]
MBA student, college recruiter, two-time National Dance Alliance Collegiate Champion, and WV Physical Activity Plan Ambassador, Elizabeth Romanek of Wheeling added Miss West Virginia 2026 to her list of accomplishments. First up on her agenda is to motivate, optimize, vitalize, and energize all West Virginians to move in ways that best suit them through her […]
Matthew Gray is a retired U.S. Coast Guard Commander and the President of Captain and Commander, LLC, a maritime cybersecurity and compliance firm, as well as GrayMatter LLC, which provides federal IT and cyber support services. He also serves on the Vestry at Trinity Episcopal Church in Shepherdstown. Born in Montrose, Colorado, Matthew is an […]
Special Adopt-a-Highway clean up along Rt. 45 in parntership with Insurance Outfitters. Meet at 8:00 AM at the Insurance Outfitter office next to Sheetz on Rt. 45. Contact Brian Palank for more information.
Olivia Black is a park ranger and the volunteer coordinator at Antietam National Battlefield. Previously she worked as a park guide at Fort Sumer and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park. She has a bachelor's degree in history from St. Mary's College of Maryland and a master's degree in history from The Citadel. Her talk is […]
The Eastern Panhandle Swim Club (EPSC) is a premier, coach-owned year-round USA Swimming Team based at the Shepherd University Wellness Center in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Originally rooted in the SUWC Sea Snakes program established in 2014, EPSC officially launched as an independent organization in May 2024. The club provides comprehensive training for athletes aged 5 […]
This is our regularly scheduled Adopt-a-Highway clean up along Rt. 230, Flowing Springs Road. Gather at the Hoxton Agency complex at 8:00 AM. Contact Brian Palank for more information.