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Remembrance and Reflection: Ville’s 40th Holocaust Conference

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Yossi Klein Halevi is a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem.

Millersville’s University’s 40th Holocaust Conference will be held in April. with the Alan and Linda Loss Keynote Lecture on April 1.

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Supporting the Farm in the Classroom

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Dr. Chris Hardy (far left) talks to students in the greenhouse on campus.

The competition will include hydroponics, a soil-less gardening method that supports the growth of plants through nutrient-rich water.

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Legally Blonde Hits MU’s Stage

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Join ACMO, MU's student-run theatre organization, to unleash your inner Elle Woods for a show all about brains, beauty and self-discovery.

Join ACMO, MU’s student-run theatre organization, to unleash your inner Elle Woods for a show all about brains, beauty and self-discovery.

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‘Ville’s Dr. Moyer Selected for LEAD Program

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Dr. Susan Moyer and the other people selected for the LEAD program.

Dr. Susan Moyer selected for the National League for Nursing 2025 LEAD program.

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MU Alumna Competes in Special Olympics, Wins Bronze

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Tamsin Hircock sports her bronze medal. Image courtesy of Special Olympics Pennsylvania.

Millersville graduate Tamsin Hircock was chosen to represent the U.S. at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy.

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Using LEGO Bricks to Teach STEM

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Liz Rickrode is helping with the workshop which will use LEGO Spike Essentials materials.

STEM focused workshop using LEGO Spike Essentials materials suited for education majors on March 18.

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Lockey Lecture & Global Wellbeing Conference

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Andrew Slack, co-founder of the Harry Potter Alliance

12th annual Global Well-Being and Social Change Conference hosted at Millersville University on March 20 and 21.

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Faculty/Staff Activities

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Kelsey Madas and Marissa Farmer received a Keystone Award from PRSA.

From UN sessions to inaugurations, certifications, trainings and speaking engagements, faculty and staff at the ‘Ville have been busy.

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Warfel Center for International Programs and Services

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Michael Warfel at the dedication and naming of the Michael G. Warfel ’84 Center for International Programs and Services.

Millersville holds dedication and naming of the Michael G. Warfel ’84 Center for International Programs and Services.

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Jesse Krimes – Keynote for Conrad Nelson Lecture

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Jesse Krimes, photo by Joe Frantz

Conrad Nelson keynote and alum Jesse Krimes earned an Emmy Award for his documentary “Art and Krimes by Krimes.”

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Millersville University Explores AI

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The Lancaster AI Symposium will be held April 4.

Millersville University’s Lombardo College of Business will host “Lancaster AI Symposium 2.0.”

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Commonsense Investments to Fight Food Insecurity

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Deputy Secretary for Postsecondary and Higher Education Lynette Kuhn and Vice President of Student Affairs at Millersville, Dr. Mary Beth Williams, discuss ways to combat food insecurity.

Thanks to PA Hunger-Free Campus Initiative, Millersville University has set up a SNAP Station to combat food insecurity among students.

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STUDENT CLUBS AT MU: Meet the National Society of Black Engineers (@n.s.b.e_mu)!<br /> The Millersville chapter of NSBE is dedicated to increasing minority representation in all STEM fields while introducing local youth to STEM opportunities.<br /> <br /> Club coordinator Milon Burton shares how NSBE has helped him develop essential skills. Through career opportunities, conferences, and project management, he has gained experience in collaboration, networking, leadership, and organization—preparing him for the professional world.<br /> <br /> Burton states, “Overall, NSBE has been a great contributor to my personal and academic growth, and I’m excited to continue my journey with the organization.”<br /> <br /> NSBE hosts numerous exciting events throughout the year. Recently, they held their 3rd annual coat drive. Looking ahead, the chapter will attend the 51st NSBE National Convention in Chicago and participate in the 2nd annual Career Carnival, scheduled for March 25th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. These events highlight NSBE’s commitment to supporting its members and the broader community while fostering greater representation in STEM fields.<br /> <br /> Burton and the entire NSBE chapter are passionate about closing the gap in minority representation in STEM. Their project, Break Barriers, Build Bridges for STEM, focuses on increasing community outreach and recruiting college students as mentors for middle schoolers. By partnering with the local school district, they aim to spark early interest in #STEM and inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists.
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