Each fall, the university welcomes new students to campus with the New Student Reflection (NSR) program. NSR, coordinated by PACE and Student Affairs, uses the method of civic reflection to invite students into conversation as they enter the classroom for the first time. The one-hour program takes place after Convocation. Join us to select the…
Stop by Henson 107 any time between 1-6pm on Feb 8 as the Departments of Political Science and Sociology and PACE offer an information session with the Friends Committee on National Legislation, a Quaker lobbying organization on Capitol Hill that works on peace and justice issues. The Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) offers skills-building workshops,…
On Wednesday February 14th, a representative from The Washington Center will be on campus to discuss their semester and summer long internship programs in DC along with their weeklong January seminar program. Faculty interested in having them come to your class to give a brief (~15 minute) presentation should contact Dr. Joshua Bolton (jpbolton@salisbury.edu) with…
Consider providing comments on the current City of Salisbury Comprehensive Plan for new growth, development, and public services over the next 10 years. Join us January 17, 2024 from 6:00 to 7:30pm at 325 Cypress Street, Salisbury, MD 21801, or use this link to access an online survey. ———- Each municipality in the State of Maryland is required to…
Join us for a weekend building your knowledge and advocacy prowess at our “Issues-Based Advocacy Training.” Passionate individual or career professional, this is for anyone interested in making change around a social issue. Come solo or as part of a group. You will be mentored by seasoned leaders from national organizations with broad advocacy experience…
Victoria Koslosky has always had a passion for giving back to her community. As a current senior in her last semester at Salisbury University, she is pursuing dual degrees in psychology and conflict analysis and dispute resolution. While she is preparing to graduate, Koslosky is interning abroad in London, England working at the headquarters of…
At Salisbury University, students explore volunteer programs suited to their personal interests. This year, Salisbury University student Lauren Kellam has found a connection to EPOCH’s mission statement, “to mentor, nurture, encourage, and equip children in the areas of academics, character development, behavior, and emotional wellness.” As a Salisbury native, she has spent her time at…
This year, students in the Presidential Citizen Scholars program took on four projects to improve life in and around Salisbury. Their projects combined their interests with needs or goals identified through conversations with local leaders and community members. The four projects each address a key aspect of life on the Eastern Shore. Flag Football Project…
On November 7th, Salisbury residents voted for a series of candidates to become public officials for the city of Salisbury. All five council districts were up for grabs, as well as the position of mayor. Following the calculation of votes, Randy Taylor was elected mayor after receiving 1,120 votes against Megan Outten followed closely behind…
A 2018 graduate of Salisbury University, Harrison Leon has been able to encapsulate the meaning of “Make Tomorrow Yours.” A Philadelphia native, Leon came to Salisbury in hopes of being a top player on the men’s lacrosse team. Following a major injury though, he decided to quit the team and focus on building his academic…