John L. Grove College of Business 2024-25 Annual Report

REPORT 2024–25

FROM THE DEAN

It is my pleasure to present the John L. Grove College of Business 2024–2025 Annual Report.

As I completed my 15th year as Dean of the John L. Grove College of Business, I want to express my sincere gratitude to our alumni and friends whose continued support has been truly invaluable. Your engagement and generosity play a vital role in helping us provide exceptional opportunities for our students and faculty.

I would also like to extend my deepest appreciation to the members of the Grove College of Business Advisory Board, Finance Council, Supply Chain Council, and Marketing Advisory Council for their dedication, guidance, and ongoing support of the college.

This year has been another productive and successful one for the Grove College of Business. Some highlights include:

• Preparing for our AACSB reaccreditation visit in October 2025. Every five years, the college undergoes a comprehensive continuous improvement review to ensure we meet the rigorous standards of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The John L. Grove College of Business has proudly maintained AACSB accreditation since 1981, a distinction held by only a small percentage of business schools worldwide.

• Engaging industry leaders with our students. Members of the College of Business Advisory Board visited Foundations of Business classes to share their professional experiences and insights with our first-year students.

• Celebrating academic excellence. The Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society inducted 25 new members, recognizing students who ranked among the top of their class in business programs accredited by AACSB.

• Supporting student achievement. The college provided support for two students to compete in the Collegiate Ethics Case Competition at the University of Arizona. You can read more about their experience on page 5 of this report.

Thank you again for your continued support of the John L. Grove College of Business. I wish you all the best during the 2025–2026 academic year and beyond.

Sincerely,

Dr. John G. Kooti, PhD, Dean

John L. Grove College of Business

ABOUT THE JOHN L. GROVE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

John L. Grove, an American inventor and industrialist, revolutionized the hydraulic crane and access lift industries. Born in 1921 in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, he co-founded Grove Manufacturing in 1947, initially producing farm wagons before pioneering mobile hydraulic cranes that made the company a global leader. In 1969, after leaving Grove Manufacturing, John co-founded JLG Industries, specializing in truck-mounted lifts and innovative designs like scissor lifts and turretmounted operator cabs. By the late 1970s, JLG employed over 700 people with $30 million in sales. Today, JLG is the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of access equipment, with its products found all over the world. Holding over 60 patents, Grove’s innovations transformed industrial and access equipment worldwide. The John L. Grove College of Business at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania was named in his honor in 1993.

For over 50 years, the John L. Grove College of Business at Shippensburg University has delivered a high-quality, high-value educational experience that integrates impactful faculty research and experiential learning to prepare students to excel as principled leaders in today’s global business community.

90%

FIND A JOB WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION

46% SECURING BEFORE GRADUATION

The first state university in Pennsylvania to earn and maintain AACSB International accreditation in 1981 for the John L. Grove College of Business.

60% OF THE CLASS OF 2023 GRADUATES REPORT SALARIES OF OVER

$60,000+ IN THEIR MAJOR OR RELATED BUSINESS FIELD

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS PROGRAMS

UNDERGRADUATE

Accounting (BSBA)

Business Management (BSBA)

CONCENTRATIONS: Human Resource Management, International Business Entrepreneurship (BSBA) Finance (BSBA)

CONCENTRATIONS: Personal Financial Planning Information Systems and Analytics (BSBA) Marketing (BSBA)

CONCENTRATIONS: Marketing Management, Digital Marketing and Analytics

Supply Chain Management (BSBA)

CONCENTRATIONS: Logistics Management

MINORS

Business

Employment Relations and Workplace Studies

Entrepreneurship

Human Resource Management

Information Systems and Analytics

International Business

Marketing

Supply Chain Management

GRADUATE

Business Administration (MBA)

CONCENTRATIONS: Accounting, Business Analytics, Finance, Health Care Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Analytics (MS)

CERTIFICATES (POST-BACHELOR)

Advanced Studies in Business

Advanced Supply Chain and Logistics Management

Business Analytics

Finance

Health Care Management

Management Information Systems

TUSHEK SPENDS SUMMER

ABROAD IN TAIWAN

Finance and accounting major Henry Tushek spent three months this summer in Taipei, Taiwan, where he was enrolled in a full-immersion Mandarin course at the National Taiwan University (NTU). After studying Mandarin on his own for a year, he decided to enroll in the program and found a host family that kindly welcomed him into their home.

While in Taiwan, Tushek immediately dove into the culture and way of life there. His first weekend in Taipei, he attended the Dragon Boat Festival with his host family (mom Lillian, brother Vic and sister Eunice), complete with a temple visit and a traditional Taiwanese feast at grandma’s house. “It was really better than I ever could have possibly imagined,” he said.

During the weekdays, Tushek spent his time in the classroom with six other students, where they spent three hours a day practicing Mandarin. “Teacher Lin was world-class. The way she taught her class made everyone feel very comfortable, and it was 100 percent in Mandarin,” Tushek said regarding his instructor at the National Taiwan University. The class involved a mix of reading, listening, and consistent speaking practice.

Outside the classroom, Tushek often practiced Mandarin with a classmate on the metro and NTU’s bike-share. “The public transportation is phenomenal. The metro was about a five-minute walk from my apartment. I would wait about three minutes at most,” he said.

In addition to enjoying home-cooked meals from his host mother, Tushek often ventured to night markets with his host siblings and friends. “The food at the night markets is amazing”, he said. Some of Tushek’s favorites included grilled squid, stinky tofu, dumplings, and freshly squeezed fruit juices.

Tushek kept himself busy on the weekends, such as hiking to Maokong with his host mother’s hiking group that assists blind hikers on steep trails/paths, and visiting the island’s National Revolutionary Martyrs’ Shrine.

Spending the summer in Taiwan allowed Tushek to broaden his cultural perspective and improve his Mandarin writing and speaking skills. To anyone who has the privilege of traveling, Tushek believes that it is essential to immerse oneself in the experience fully. “I would say to talk to as many people as you can and explore different places.” While in Taiwan, Tushek not only explored Taipei but also took the time to tour the island.

He acknowledged that without the support and kindness of his host family, Ms. Lin and Mary Burnett, who is the director of global engagement at Ship, his experience abroad would not have been possible, nor would it have been as memorable.

“Teacher Lin was world-class. The way she taught her class made everyone feel very comfortable, and it was 100 percent in Mandarin.”

—Henry Tushek

As Tushek resumes his studies at Ship, he remains in contact with his classmates from the National Taiwan University and his host family, and is already planning his next trip back to Taiwan.

This article originally appeared on news.ship.edu.

COMPETITIONS

COLLEGE ETHICS COMPETITION

Shippensburg was represented by Jonathan Miller and Roderick Porter Jr. at the 22nd Annual Collegiate Ethics Competition, hosted by the University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management held in October 2024. The competition included 25 universities from the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with Shippensburg being the smallest institution in the field and a first-time participant.

Teams were divided into five regions, and Shippensburg competed in the West Region against institutions such as Alberta, North Dakota, the Naval Academy, and Illinois. The case focused on the ethical, legal, financial, and stakeholder implications of lab-grown meat, with teams presenting recommendations to a mock Arizona advisory panel.

Although the team didn’t advance, judges praised the presentation, noting strong performances from Miller and Porter. Following deliberations, Ship was named Runner-Up in its region, earning a top-10 overall finish. Each student received a certificate and a cash award.

Competition organizers commended the team’s work and expressed interest in Shippensburg’s continued participation in future years, marking the university’s debut at the event as a notable success.

“Being surrounded by students from diverse backgrounds taught me how to listen more intentionally, adapt my communication style, and find common ground even when our approaches were not the same.”

—Nya Gilchrist

GILCHRIST COMPETES IN THE X-CULTURE SYMPOSIUM IN FINLAND

Symposium.

“Looking ahead to my future career, the ability to work across cultures and disciplines is crucial,” said Gilchrist.

A student in the John L. Grove College of Business, Nya Gilchrist, traveled to Vaasa, Finland, this past summer to take part in the 2025 X-Culture Symposium, an international program designed to bring together students from across the globe to compete on real-world business challenges.

The experience proved to be both academically and personally fulfilling for Gilchrist. “Working with students from around the world brought a new exposure to innovation, perspective and ideas,” she said. “It challenged me to see all the different ways of thinking while considering language barriers. I had to practice different communication styles that I may not have experienced as a student in the States.”

During the symposium, students across a wide range of countries were paired together and tasked with developing solutions for partner companies. Each group presented its proposal to a panel of judges and company representatives. Gilchrist saw this opportunity as a way to practice adapting to situations quickly, communicate effectively, and handle the pressure that comes with competing.

“The most valuable takeaway I gained from participating in the symposium was learning how to collaborate effectively with people who think and work differently than I do. Being surrounded by students from diverse backgrounds taught me how to listen more intentionally, adapt my communication style, and find common ground even when our approaches were not the same.”

This experience has already shaped how she plans to approach her academic work this semester at Ship. “As I continue with my studies, it will help me contribute more meaningfully to group projects, as I will be able to navigate different perspectives and keep the team focused on our goals,” she said.

Beyond helping her grow academically and professionally, Gilchrist also had the pleasure of experiencing the culture of Finland. One aspect that stood out the most to her was the nation’s commitment to sustainability and leading simplistic lifestyles. “What stood out the most during my time in Finland was the minimalism. It’s very soft spoken, environmental, and sustainable there,” she said. “Being able to witness the different innovations in the hotel by using key cards to dictate the electricity, to eating at a restaurant and being provided small portions to minimize waste. It made me realize that there is a major difference in the culture between the United States and Finland.”

For Gilchrist, participating in the X-Culture Symposium and experiencing the culture of Finland broadened her perspective on the world. She encourages fellow Ship students to consider taking on international opportunities of their own. “Take the chance and go explore the world!” she said. “It’s a great way to meet new people, and learn about different cultures. You never know the next opportunity that may come from it.”

This article originally appeared on news.ship.edu.

DILLON AWARDED SAP CERTIFICATE

In Spring 2025, Justin Dillon was awarded the SAP Student Recognition Award Certificate. To earn this certificate, students must complete these 3 courses – ITAN242 – Webenabled Enterprise Systems; SCMG380-Data Mining for Supply Chain Management; and SCMG410 – Distribution Systems in Supply Chains. The certificate and knowledge of ERP Systems will give them a leg up on other students in the job search.

ORGANIZATIONS

BETA GAMMA SIGMA

During 2024-2025, the Shippensburg University Beta Gamma Sigma chapter welcomed 25 new members—17 undergraduate students and 8 graduate students. Our chapter officers were Hunter Shoenfelt, president and Lindsey Foor, vice president of membership and public relations.

This year BGS was pleased to recognize Jeff Bashore ’02 as our chapter honoree. Bashore is the Sr. Vice President and Head of Bank Financial Crimes with USAA Federal Savings Bank. He is also involved in the College of Business Advisory Board.

ALPHA KAPPA PSI

Blue and Gold | Alpha Kappa Psi hosted “Blue and Gold, ”the professional dinner ceremony on April 17, 2024. Blue and Gold is a long-held tradition within Alpha Kappa Psi where the outgoing Executive Board recognizes efforts in maintaining the fraternity’s prestigious reputation. The incoming Executive Board-elects were welcomed and congratulated as the torch was passed. The organization’s contributions to campus and the student body were recapped.

Relay for Life | Relay for Life is a yearly event that is held by Shippensburg University to raise money for cancer research. The brothers of Alpha Kappa Psi donate and raise money for this important cause.

Fire Truck Wash | (Below, left) The Fire Truck Wash is an event each semester that Alpha Kappa Psi does in groups of 5-10 where we go to each of the local fire stations and wash their trucks as an act of thanks for all the work that they do.

Shippensburg Ice Festival | (Above, right) New to this year, a group of Alpha Kappa Psi members went to the Shippensburg Ice Festival to help them in moving various ice sculptures to parts of town for the annual ice festival.

New Members | During the school year 2024-2025, Alpha Kappa Psi welcomed new members into the brotherhood, once in the fall and once in the spring. In the fall, we welcomed the Beta Lambda potential class into the brotherhood which consisted of ten people. Beta Mu was welcomed in the spring and consisted of two people.

AMERICAN MARKETING ASSOCIATION (AMA )

In 2025, the American Marketing Association (AMA) student chapter at Shippensburg University is advancing a year of meaningful engagement, professional development, and collaboration. The chapter began by honoring the 2024-2025 leadership team—Allyson Rockwell, Maria Scamardella, Hailey Rotz, and Laura Scamardella, for their dedication to growing AMA SHIP and creating valuable experiences for students in the Grove College of Business, while welcoming an incoming leadership team set to continue this momentum in Fall 2025.

The year also features signature initiatives such as the third annual Marketing Networking Social, which successfully brought together marketing students, professionals, and employers from Central PA and partner institutions, thanks to support from the American Marketing Association of Central PA, local universities, and the Marketing Advisory Council.

In addition, AMA SHIP offered an entrepreneurship-focused panel in collaboration with the Diller Center and AMA of Central PA’s Collegiate Committee, a Canva-based Portfolio Workshop Night to help students build standout professional materials, and participation in a CEO Club guest speaker event with industry leader Eric Murr of Kegerreis Digital Marketing. Collectively, these activities highlight AMA SHIP’s commitment to networking, skill-building, and inspiring the next generation of marketers throughout 2025.

INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (IMP)

The Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 cohorts of IMP managed the IMP portfolio with a value exceeding $500,000 and achieved an annual return rate of 36.4%. The cohorts also participated in the Quinnipiac University Global Asset Management Education (GAME) Forum in New York City, where they placed fifth in the Undergraduate Core Portfolio category. During the NYC trip, students attended sessions led by keynote speakers from Wall Street and had the opportunity to visit the Bank of America trading floor, hosted by alumnus Brian Carosielli ’97. In addition, the Spring 2025 cohort delivered a comprehensive presentation at the IMP annual dinner, sharing their experiences and insights with program stakeholders.

INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND ANALYTICS (ISA)

ISA highlighted professional development and long-term leadership growth during the past year, hosted an internship workshop and welcomed two guest speakers—Shippensburg University alumni Cory Cowdery and Nickolys Hinton. Both speakers shared insights into their career paths and discussed how their Ship degrees prepared them for professional success.

One of the group’s most significant achievements was establishing a strong executive board with members committed to serving multiple years. This continuity in leadership positions the organization for long-term stability and growth, provides a solid foundation for future progress under the board’s guidance.

ISA club welcomed guest speaker and Ship alum Cory Cowdery who talked about healthcare and information security.

SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT CLUB

With a more centralized location the program saw around a 38% increase in clients. We helped 120 clients with their federal, state, and local tax returns for the 2024 tax season, and completed other prior year returns. Coalition-wide the program helped 4,530 clients all-over southcentral PA, issuing over $4,501,567 in refunds to local families.

STUDENTS POWER VITA’S TAX HELP FOR WORKING FAMILIES

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is designed to provide low- to moderateincome working families with help completing their federal, state, and local income tax returns. The program relies heavily on student volunteers each year to assist the members of the community with their tax returns. The number of volunteers varies significantly from year to year, but recently we have seen an increased the number of student volunteers. Each volunteer must pass a series of exams before they are able to begin preparing taxes, including the volunteer standards of conduct exam and a basic or advanced certification level exam. This program greatly helps students use the material learned in their taxation course and apply it to the real world.

The Shippensburg site operates from February until April, on Wednesday nights from 5:00pm until 9:00pm in downtown Shippensburg. The 2024 tax season brought the program to a new location at the Chamber of Commerce in Shippensburg. The program had 14 new student volunteers eager to learn about tax preparation. We also had three Quality Reviewers, which is an integral part of the entire process.

With a more centralized location the program saw around a 38% increase in clients. We helped 120 clients with their federal, state, and local tax returns for the 2024 tax season, and completed other prior year returns. Coalition-wide the program helped 4,530 clients all-over south-central PA, issuing over $4,501,567 in refunds to local families. The administrative burden of filing taxes can be cumbersome for taxpayers; this program helps those in our community with the daunting process of filing taxes at no charge and is a vital service for those who need it most.

To show how much this service means to our clients, this client shared:

“I was blessed to receive the tax filing assistance service offered through Money in Your Pocket (MIYP) last evening in Shippensburg. If I may, I would like to express gratitude and respect for everyone involved with this endeavor.

My tax filings have always been very basic and simplistic and I have always done them myself for this reason. But as I have transitioned to the social security stage of life I found myself in an undesirable state of confusion and anxiety even though my tax situation remained uncomplicated. Whether this is due to increased variations within the tax codes and laws or simply the onslaught of dementia on my part I can’t say for sure. Ultimately I decided to seek advice and happened to see the notice for yesterday’s service.

I cannot overstate how wonderful everyone was throughout the entire process. Truly “above and beyond” in every respect. I arrived in an apologetic state of fog and uncertainty but left with both feet off the ground. All credit to the great staff and volunteers. And I should stress that they treated everyone with the same patience, kindness, respect and encouragement that I received.

It has been my experience in recent years that many people only take the time to express their opinions when they are disgruntled and angry. This is simply a small but sincere effort to offset that venom and to give recognition to those who shine brightly in what can sometimes seem like a thankless society. Please give them recognition for jobs very well done if you are in a position to do so. My sincere thanks to each and to all.”

BUILDING CONNECTIONS

The John L. Grove College of Business hosts a wide range of engaging events throughout the academic year that support student networking, professional development, and community building. Signature programs create meaningful connections among students, industry professionals, alumni, and faculty. These opportunities are made possible through the generous charitable support of the SU Foundation.

JOB FAIR

Every spring and fall semester, the Career Center hosts the Job & Internship fair. This is an excellent place for our students to meet representatives from businesses and many get either a job or an internship from this networking opportunity.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL

Each year during the first week of classes, the COB students look forward to the Ice Cream Social, sponsored by our Company of the Year, this year it is KPMG. This event is a chance to meet new students, see old friends, meet faculty, staff and Dean Kooti, and network with representatives from KPMG. Ice cream, friends, and free t-shirts—what could be better?

DEAN’S LIST RECEPTION

Each spring, the COB has a reception to celebrate the students who made the Dean’s list the previous semester. In the Fall 2024, there were about 250 students who had this distinction. Around 40 students were able to attend the reception with the keynote speaker Anne DeeterGallaher who provided insight into her career path and motivation for our students. This year we had a mother/son duo on the Dean’s List— Ruth Weir and Lane Hafer (right).

PUBLIC ACCOUNTING NIGHT

The annual Public Accounting Night was held on September 12 and was an excellent networking event for our accounting students. There were 18 accounting firms including KPMG, Andersen, Boyer & Ritter, SEK, and others. Over 40 students had the chance to interact with representatives from the firms and make connections that could lead to internships or employment opportunities.

SPRING SOCIAL

The annual spring social was held on May 1, a perfectly sunny day! Fastenal has been the sponsor of this event for the past several years and we always enjoy having them come to campus. After getting a t-shirt and munching on hot dogs and chips, the students were able to get ice cream from a local ice cream truck. We were excited to bring back the annual faculty/ staff vs. students kickball game—the students won easily—maybe next year the faculty will win!

MARKETING NETWORKING SOCIAL

The Marketing Advisory Council sponsored the 3rd annual Marketing Networking Social on February 24, 2025. This is always a popular event, giving students from Shippensburg University and Messiah University a chance to network with professionals, faculty and other students. Over 50 students were in attendance to network with more than 20 marketing professionals from area businesses.

17TH ANNUAL GOLF NETWORKING OUTING

On May 9th the 17th Annual COB Golf outing was held at Eagles Crossing Golf Club. It was a cold and rainy day but we still had 24 registered teams and most of them stayed to golf. This annual event serves 2 purposes; it is a fundraiser for COB to students travel abroad and it fosters connections between alumni, students, faculty, and business professionals.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADVISORY BOARD

Jerome M. Dean ’82 Chair US Environmental Protection Agency, Retired

Jeffrey Bashore ’02 USAA Federal Savings Bank

Douglas K. Besch ’95 KPMG LLP

Jeremy Bowersox ’01 Grove-Bowersox Funeral Home Inc.

Barb Breslin ’80-’88m United Concordia Dental, Retired

Brian Carosielli ’97 Bank of America Merrill Lynch

Lynne Daley ’83-’85m Bank of America, Retired

Anne Deeter-Gallaher ’81 Deeter Gallaher Group, LLC

Jim DeGaetano, Jr. ’99 Diamond Wealth Advisors

Charles H. Diller, Jr. JLG Industries, Inc., Retired

Robert Engle ’79-’80m Tyco Electronics Corporation, Retired

Lee A. Gardella ’89 Schroders Capital

William A. Gindlesperger eLynxx Solutions

Craig Hinkle ’92 Rice Fruit Company

Robert “Rob” Jones ’88 RBC Capital Markets

Douglas A. Kubinak ’85 East Penn Manufacturing Co.

Robert Lieblein ’84 Alera Group

Yanique McKay ’05 SMBC Nikko Securities

Jonathan Moats ’10 ePlus, Inc.

Timothy Morris ’92 JLG Industries, Inc.

Scott A. Moyer ’90 PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP

Charles R. Nebel, Jr. ’84-’88m Boyer & Ritter, CPA

Matthew Perry ’99 Volvo Construction Equipment North America

Frederick D. Potthoff ’70 Kroff, Inc

Amey Sgrignoli ’90-’13m Belco Community Credit

Frank VanBuren ’88 Van Buren Advisory, LLC

Bryan P. Wright ’88 Constellation Projects and Services

Gerry Zack ’81 Risk Trek, LLC

In both the spring and fall semesters, members of the Advisory Board attended the BUSN101 Foundations of Business classes and shared their stories and answered questions from our first year students. This past year, the members of the College of Business Advisory Board we able to interact with students, providing their expertise and knowledge to our students.

FINANCE

ADVISORY COUNCIL

Jonathan C. Moats ’10 Chair ePlus, Inc.

Monica Balafoutas ’10 Orrstown Bank

Michelle R. Chopper ’02 Dalio Family Office

Timothy G. Long CFP, IAR The Advisors at Cornerstone Financial, LLC

Louise Wisman Lovell US Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Retired

David J. Morgan ’80 Farmers Insurance, Retired

Joe Nicholas ’99 CFP Wilmington Trust

Zach T. Paul ’09 Peachy Corporation

Lisa Percetti ’15 SEI Investments Company

Rich Powers ’98 Vanguard

Chelsea L. Scomak ’12 Via Brio Advising

Christopher S. Weber ’03 Brad Mentzer, CPA/PFS

MARKETING

ADVISORY COUNCIL

Mark D. Bodenhorn ’84

Carlisle Productions

John Bowser ’87

Target Media

Michael J. Fague ’76 Pague and Fegan Hardware

Scott R. Hershberger ’07 UPMC

Rachel Jarabeck ’98

Atlas Management Resources

Donald F. Nori, Jr. ’05-’15m Nori Media Group

Kriston H. Ohm ’99 Savencia USA

Michael Palm ’86 CRP Industries Inc.

Dan Williard ’16m Hershey Company

SUPPLY CHAIN

MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL

Doug Bushong ’84 American Solutions for Business

Lauren Brooks ’12 Church & Dwight

Allison Cotter ’08 Wawa Corporate Headquarters

Jared Ellis ’06-’09 The Restaurant Store

James Griffin

Staples US Retail (retired)

Dr. Jonathan W. Kohn

Shippensburg University Professor, Emeritus

Craig A. Lough ’02 A. Duie Pyle

Richard Stone

Shippensburg University Professor, Emeritus

Keith Walborn

Cumberland-Keuka Company

Anne Deeter-Gallaher was the speaker at the Dean’s List reception, providing inspiration to about 50 students who were on the Dean’s list (GPA 3.5 or higher).

Students in the IMP program got the chance to see the Bank of America Stock Trading floor, hosted by Brian Carosielli.

“My education at Ship more than prepared me for a successful career, but the real catalyst for my growth and community impact is my Ship network and the relationships that have been forged through the College of Business.”

—Anne Deeter-Gallaher ’81

COB ALUM HONORED WITH 2024 AWARDS OF DISTINCTION

Every year, the Shippensburg University Alumni Association presents the Alumni Awards of Distinction to honor individuals who exemplify excellence within their professional fields, communities, and the university. The awards include Distinguished Alumni, Outstanding Young Alumni, Lifetime Achievement, Cultural Impact, and Exceptional Service.

For 2024, the university celebrated nine outstanding alumni for their achievements, including two from the John L. Grove College of Business—Anne Deeter-Gallaher ’81 and Charles R. Nebel Jr. ’84-’88m. The recipients are chosen based on their strong representation of leadership, innovation, dedication, and the strong values that they uphold, which align with Ship’s mission.

JESSE S. HEIGES DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD ANNE DEETER-GALLAHER.’81

Anne Deeter-Gallaher ’81 is the founder and CEO of Deeter Gallaher Group, a multi-award-winning public relations, marketing, and digital media firm. Since 2000, Gallaher has worked with clients in financial services, healthcare, and beyond, helping them build their brand and achieve financial success.

In addition to Gallaher’s work as an entrepreneur, she is also a strong leader within the community. She is the co-chair of the Urban Land Institute Central PA Council, and serves on several boards for organizations such as The Salvation Army and the Shippensburg University’s College of Business. Gallaher has received several accolades, including PA’s Best 50 Women in Business and the Salvation Army Harrisburg Others Award. In her spare time, she co-hosts the globally ranked “Grit &

EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE AWARD

CHARLES R. NEBEL JR. ’84-’88m

Charles Nebel Jr. ’84-’88m is a well-renowned accounting and business leader who has served the university through his leadership on the Shippensburg University Foundation Board of Directors. Over the past 30 years of Nebel’s career, he has served the SU Foundation through fundraising and volunteer efforts.

DILLER CENTER YEAR-IN-REVIEW

2024–2025 was a year of transition and strategic growth for the Diller Center for entrepreneurship. On January 1, 2025, Robin Burtner became Interim Director and focused on broadening the Center’s reach while strengthening entrepreneurship as a campus-wide initiative. A primary objective this year was expanding engagement beyond the College of Business and increasing interdisciplinary participation in entrepreneurship programming.

On April 10, 2025, the Diller Center hosted Ship Tank, one of its longestrunning and most notable programs, continuing a tradition of empowering student entrepreneurs. Modeled after the television show Shark Tank, the competition challenged students to pitch business ideas to a panel of expert judges composed of university faculty, local business leaders, and community entrepreneurs. Eight teams participated in 2025, bringing a range of innovative concepts to the stage. First place went to Teagan Weaver for Presso, a manual portable espresso maker with a $2,000 prize. Other top winners included True Capture, an app connecting creatives with clients, and The Underground: Arena, a gaming tournament platform, among others. Winners received cash awards ranging from $250 to $2,000. Through Ship Tank, students gained hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, public speaking, and strategic thinking.

In addition, Diller Center sponsored two Art minors, Lilian Poust and Allyson Rockwell, to attend the SCALE (Student Creatives Advancing through Leadership & Entrepreneurship) Conference in Kansas City, Missouri in February 2025. The conference provided practical workshops on launching and managing a creative business, intellectual property considerations, financial planning, branding, and pricing strategy, helping students translate creative talent into viable professional opportunities.

In Summer 2024, the Diller Center supported entrepreneurship majors, Coby Coldsmith and Savannah Silvestre, in attending the European Innovation Academy (EIA) in Porto, Portugal, a competitive three-week international entrepreneurship program focused on launching technology-driven ventures. During the immersive experience, they worked on global teams to develop startup concepts from ideation through customer discovery, business model development, and final investor pitches. The program included intensive daily workshops and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and industry professionals, providing hands-on exposure to real-world startup environments. Participation in EIA strengthened their skills in innovation strategy, problem-solving, teamwork, and cross-cultural collaboration while allowing them to represent Shippensburg University in a global entrepreneurial setting.

In April 2025, the Diller Center supported Stewardship Week activities with the Biology Department, highlighting responsible leadership, ethical decision-making, and sustainable business practices. These efforts reinforced the connection between entrepreneurship and long-term economic and community impact.

In April 2025, Diller Center collaborated with the American Marketing Association (AMA) student group, to host a panel of marketing entrepreneurs for Shippensburg University students and surrounding colleges.

STAFF HIGHLIGHT

THOMAS WITMER | DILLER CENTER

Thomas Witmer serves as the Clerical Assistant of the Diller Center at Shippensburg University. He works with students to develop their skills, confidence, and projects, helping them to achieve success outside of traditional routes. With items ranging from 3D printed insects to embroidered clothing, Thomas hopes that students realize through their practice that, even with the inherent risks, success can be achieved through entrepreneurship, freelancing, and other honorable forms of independent employment.

In 2024–2025, the Shippensburg University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) strengthened its impact through experiential learning partnerships, direct small business consulting, and workforce development initiatives that supported regional economic growth across Adams, Cumberland, Franklin, and York counties.

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING AND CLIENT IMPACT

During the academic year, 48 small business clients were served through 1,242 student consulting hours across applied business projects.

• Mystery shopper analyses (15 clients, 348 hours)

• Social media strategy development (3 clients, 152 hours)

• Website reviews (8 clients, 162 hours)

• Branding reviews (11 clients, 200 hours)

• Recordkeeping system development for 11 clients (380 hours)

SMALL BUSINESS INTERNSHIP INITIATIVE (SBII)

The SBDC partnered with the Shippensburg University Career Center to launch the Small Business Internship Initiative

(SBII) in Fall 2024, designed to connect small businesses with college students and create a pipeline of paid internships and micro-internships. The initiative increases awareness of career opportunities within small businesses while addressing workforce and succession challenges.

PERFORMANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND FUNDING

The SBDC network is evaluated using performance metrics established by the US Small Business Administration (SBA).

717 CLIENTS SERVED

31 NEW BUSINESSES STARTED

4,302 CONSULTING HOURS PROVIDED

108 NUMBER OF LOANS/EQUITY/ GRANTS

Performance targets are based on the population of the service territory and funding levels received. The Center adheres to strict reporting standards to ensure data validity, accuracy, and integrity and undergoes regular review by the SBA, the Pennsylvania SBDC Lead Office, and the Association of Small Business Development Centers (ASBDC) Accreditation Team to maintain compliance with national quality standards.

FACULTY RECOGNITION AWARDS/RESEARCH 2024–25

ACCOUNTING/INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND ANALYTICS

DR. VIET DAO

• Presented his research on “Extracting and Coding Digital Sustainability Data using Text Mining and AI: A Design Science Approach” at the Americas Conference on Information Systems

DR. HYUNPYO KIM

• Published “The Effect of Board Diversity on Cost Stickiness” and “The Relation between Split Credit Rating and Post Earnings Announcement Drift” in the Korean Accounting Review

DR. YUCONG LIU

• Presented “Surviving with Scant Documentation: A Case Study of eWOM and Innovation Diffusion in Amazon’s DIY Marketplace” at the National Association of Business, Economics, and Technology Annual Conference

FINANCE/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

DR. FAN LIU

• Published “The Financial Consequences of Incomplete Higher Education Among Student Loan Borrowers” in the International Journal of Economics and Finance

DR. MING-SHIUN PAN

• Retired after 36 years of teaching Ship students all about Finance. The College of Business greatly appreciates his commitment to our students and alumni.

DR. DUNG “JUNE” PHAM

• Published “A Friend in Need is a Friend Indeed: Employee Friendliness and Working Capital Management” in the Journal of Accounting and Finance

MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP

DR. WENDY BECKER

• Published “The thief within: A case of broken trust and employee theft” in the International Journal of Teaching and Case studies

DR. SUNHEE CHOI

• Published “Cross-affinity effects of cat and dog products and corporate social responsibility appeals (CSRAs)” in the Journal of Business Research

DR. MIKE COOLSEN

• Published “Engagement on Twitter: Connecting Consumer Social Media Gratifications and Forms of Interactivity to Brand Goals as a Model for Social Media Engagement” in the Quarterly Review of Business Disciplines and “A Basecamp for Student Group Projects: Analysis of the use of Project Management Software in the Advertising Public Relations and Marketing Classroom” in Journalism and Mass Communication Editor

• Presented at the International Academy of Business Disciplines Conference on his research titled “The effect of self-confidence on attitudes toward negotiating with salespeople”

DR. MOHAMMAD RAHMAN AND DR. W. ADAM POWELL

• Published “Beyond play: cultivating consumer loyalty through compelling flow experiences in video” in the Journal of Consumer Marketing

DR. VICKI TAYLOR

• Presented at the Eastern Academy of Management Annual Conference on her work “Optimizing Teaching with AI: Practical Applications for Faculty”

• Published a textbook called Compensation: A Balanced Approach

• Retired after 20 years teaching Ship students about Human Resource Management and Leadership. She was also the advisor of the Human Resource Management Club (SHRM affiliated student chapter). Thank you Vicki for your sage advice to our students.

AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

JOHN L. AND CORA I. GROVE SCHOLARS

Daulton Bauer, Megan Burnett, Ireland Cotton, Kylie Hahn-Rohrer, Marshall Helm, Jonathan Hinderliter, Madison Hunt, Garrison Johnson, Michelle Kubiak, Michael Lazor, Eileen Lusch, Berlyn Marlow, Troy Oswald, Benjamin Perrin, Kelly Stepler, Megan Watson, Benjamin Zacharias

FRED C. ARCHER MEMORIAL AWARD

Matthew Getz, Rachel Polifka

DOUG AND ANGELA BESCH SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Brittany Kennedy

BOYER & RITTER LLC IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP

Nathan Garber, Steven Graff

BRIGHT FUTURE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Emma Baker

REVA HOBACK BRUBAKER SCHOLARSHIP

Garrison Johnson

CLARK ASSOCIATES SCHOLARSHIP

Daulton Bauer, Erin Miller, Katelyn Snare, Kacie Wood

JOHN E. CLINTON SCHOLARSHIP

Ryan Murphy

W. STEWART CONNARD ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP

Austin Heydt

DR. MAX G. COOLEY SCHOLARSHIP

Emma Grove

LT. COL. BARBARA B. CROSS SCHOLARSHIP

Mason Smith

HAROLD U. AND HELEN F. CROUSE BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

Lillian Poust

DHL SUPPLY CHAIN FUTURE LEADERS IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP

William Breaux, Brooklyn Rupert

CHARLES H. DILLER, JR. AND JANE E. DILLER SCHOLARSHIP

Trey Good, Anthony McCloskey, Lizabeth Phillips, Casey Shoff

DINGER SCHOLARSHIP

Jaydon Kroh

DISTINCTION OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARD

Daulton Bauer, Riley Tryninewski

ROBERT L. AND KATHY E. ENGLE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Megan Burnett

GERALD R. FETROW SCHOLARSHIP

Bryce Amos, Conner Barto, Timothy Conner, Michael Dickson, David Dorsey, Madalyn Dyer, Antonio Falvo, Michael Heckman, Carter Hinds, Reese Holden, Brady Kain, Caitlyn Martell, Trey Martin, Michelle Olak, Drew Sleva, Jaydon Smith, Joshua Weaver

FOGELSONGER SCHOLARSHIP

Mikayla Lowery, Joshua Waite, Devon Yocum

JUDY K. FOGELSONGER ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Connor Beck

JAMES GEHR FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Troy Oswald

KEN AND GINNY GILL SCHOLARSHIP FOR BUSINESS RELATED DEGREES

Hailey Mostoller

RONALD G. AND ARLENE M. (BEILER) GIPE SCHOLARSHIP

Susan Chen

DR. EDWARD S. GOODHART SCHOLARSHIP

Ashley Weekley

LINDA MAUGER-HARNISH AND MARTIN HARNISH COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Brittany Kennedy

BONNIE (GENTRY) HATHCOCK COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Ariana Kershaw

BRIAN L. HECKLER ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP

Kacie Reinhardt

RENETTA F. HEISS SCHOLARSHIP

Bryce Herb, Hunter Shoenfelt

EDWIN L. HERR STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP

Landon Stitely

DRS. RALPH T. HOCKING AND DEBORAH E. HOCKING SCHOLARSHIP

Timothy Conner

NANCY A. KING SCHOLARSHIP

Ava Lins

ROBERT AND LORIE (MILLER) KLINGER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP

Henry Tushek

ROBERT J. LIEBLEIN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Kayla Do

DAVID AND LAURIE SCHULTZ MORGAN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Ryan Wolfe

DR. DONNA T. MOTTILLA COLLEGE OF BUSINESS MEMORIAL

Hannah White

THE DON SR. AND CATHY NORI COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AWARD

Ziyad Atiyeh, Daulton Bauer, Riley Tryninewski

FREDERICK L. PETERS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Victor Moon

MICHAEL AND NANCY PINKOWICZ BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Michelle Kubiak

FREDERICK AND ANN REDDIG POTTHOFF SCHOLARSHIP

Jaeden Forsythe

IGNATIOS AND ANASTASIA PROKOP AND JOHN L. PROKOP SCHOLARSHIP

Kylie Ramsey

CHRIS AND ROBIN PRUITT COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Tyler Stine

DR. HONG AND SUSAN YOUNG RIM FINANCE SCHOLARSHIP

Marie Rodriguez

WILLIAM C. RODRUAN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS FINANCE SCHOLARSHIP

Lauren Mantz

WILLIAM F. AND SUSANNAH M. ROTHMAN SCHOLARSHIP

Adryce Arp

EDWARD CHRISTIAN RUTH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Michael Lazor

SEK CPAS & ADVISORS IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP

Edward Barrett, Emma Grove, Aaron Kanagy, Emily Smith

JACK A. AND MILDRED PRINCE SQUIRES SCHOLARSHIP

Joshua Summers

DR. RICHARD D. STONE WOMEN’S BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Isabella Chimienti

DRS. RICHARD D. STONE AND MARY M. GRAHAM MEN’S BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Timothy Conner

DR. RONALD K. AND DEBRA A. TAYLOR

MARKETING SCHOLARSHIP

Jonathan Miller

RICHARD W. TOMLINSON BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Michael Dickson

VOLVO CONSTRUCTION

EQUIPMENT NORTH AMERICA LLC SCHOLARSHIP/INTERNSHIP

Katherine McNesby

BRIAN AND ELLEN WALSH COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Kelly Lebo

ROBERT E. “BUCKY” WARD ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP

Tyler Masdea

BROOKE ASHLEY WEAVER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Talitha Camp

FRANKLIN O. WISMAN FINANCE SCHOLARSHIP

Allie Abel, Kade Arnold, Sean Baer, Caleb Elder, Lauren Mantz, Caleb Owens, Bradin Peart, Tyler Sanders, Kyle Saylor, Christopher Shank, Alexander Sprague, Joshua Summers, Joshua Waite, Macen Wilt, Ryan Wolfe, Devon Yocum

W.J. WOLLYUNG III COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Riley Tryninewski

BRYAN P. WRIGHT ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP NEW Jacob Beecher, Megan Burnett

ZOOK-DIODATO COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Berlyn Marlow

ZUMBRUN/KORKUCH FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Sophia Stauffer, Ashlyn Swails

JOHN L. GROVE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ENDOWMENTS AND ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS

The John L. Grove College Of Business has several special endowments that provide continuing support to college programs and activities that otherwise might not be possible. If you are interested in creating an endowment through the Shippensburg University Foundation for the benefit of the John L. Grove College of Business, call Amanda Schaeffer, Director of Major Gifts, SU Foundation, at (717) 477-1377, or visit the website at SUFoundation.org

FRED C. ARCHER MEMORIAL AWARD FUND

This award established in 1974 is in memory of Fred C. Archer who served as a professor of business education from 1970-1974. It is presented annually to a business education student, as a second semester junior, who has a 3.0 or better overall academic average and has excelled in the major subject area.

CHARLIE AND WANDA (POLK) BANKHEAD COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP (not yet active)

Established by Wanda Polk Bankhead ’80 and her husband, Charlie, this scholarship is for incoming first-year students pursuing an undergraduate degree in the John L. Grove College of Business. Recipients must be graduates of the Philadelphia, Pittsburgh or Harrisburg School Districts, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and demonstrate financial need.

BASHORE FAMILY COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP (not yet active) NEW

Established by Jeffrey Bashore ’02 and his wife, Melissa Bashore, this scholarship is for upper division students pursuing an undergraduate degree administered by the John L. Grove College of Business. Recipients must have completed a minimum of 30 credits prior to benefiting from the scholarship, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and demonstrate financial need. First preference will be given to students who are active members in good standing of Alpha Kappa Psi professional business fraternity.

DOUG AND ANGELA BESCH ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP

This upper division scholarship for students majoring in accounting has been established by Doug and Angela Besch, who were both accounting majors and graduated in 1995.

BRIGHT FUTURES COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Amey Sgrignoli ’90-’13m, this scholarship benefits full-time, firstyear students pursuing an undergraduate degree in the John L. Grove College of Business.

REVA HOBACK BRUBAKER SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Ronald C. Brubaker in memory of his wife Reva Hoback Brubaker, this four-year scholarship is for an incoming first-year student majoring in business who demonstrates financial need and academic promise. Recipient must be a resident of Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, or Ohio.

JOHN E. CLINTON SCHOLARSHIP

Established by the Shaner Group, this scholarship is for upper division students with at least 60 credits majoring in marketing, management, or accounting. First preference will be given to students who have transferred from Harrisburg Area Community College.

W. STEWART CONNARD

ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP

Established by W. Stewart Connard ’70, this scholarship is for upper division students majoring in accounting in the John L. Grove College of Business. Students must demonstrate financial need.

DR. MAX G. COOLEY SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in honor of Dr. Cooley at the time of his retirement from Shippensburg University to provide financial support for students majoring in business education or accounting.

LT. COL. BARBARA B. CROSS SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Barbara Cross ’04m, this scholarship is for first-year students who intend to enroll in the ROTC program with a preference for Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) disciplines or Supply Chain Management. Applicants must meet SAT and GPA requirements, demonstrate financial need and be residents of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

HAROLD U. AND HELEN F. CROUSE

BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is awarded annually to the business student who has demonstrated the potential for future leadership in business and in society by virtue of their academic achievement, participation in student activities, and promotion of the aims and objectives of the John L. Grove College of Business.

CHARLES H., JR. AND JANE EAGLE DILLER SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Chuck Diller, member of the John L. Grove College of Business Advisory Board and retired executive of JLG Industries, this scholarship benefits full-time, first-year business majors who graduated from East Pennsboro High School, Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School, and Cumberland Valley High School. Preference is given to students majoring in entrepreneurship.

DINGER SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Dennis L. Dinger ’72, in honor of his mother and in memory of his father. It is for an incoming first-year business major from Tri-Valley High School.

ROBERT L. AND KATHY E. ENGLE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Robert ’73 and Kathy Engle, this scholarship is for a John L. Grove College of Business student who demonstrates financial need and academic talent.

GERALD R. FETROW SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is for student-athletes enrolled in an undergraduate degree program within John L. Grove College of Business who intend to become a member in good standing of one of the following athletic teams: baseball, softball, men’s basketball, or women’s basketball.

JUDY K. FOGELSONGER SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is for a John L. Grove College of Business student who demonstrates financial need. First preference is given to a student who is the first in their immediate family to attend college.

FOGELSONGER SCHOLARSHIP

Established in honor of alumnus Ned R. Fogelsonger ’71, this one-year scholarship is awarded to upper-division students intent on pursuing a career in the insurance or finance industry.

JAMES H. “JIM” AND NORMA-JEAN “NJ” FREY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP (not yet active) NEW

Established by retired Shippensburg University staff member James Frey ’75’77m and his wife, Norma-Jean Frey, this scholarship is for upper division students who have completed at least 60 credits prior to benefiting from the scholarship. Recipients must be majoring in finance or accounting in the John L. Grove College of Business and have a minimum GPA of 3.0.

JAMES A. GEHR FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Established by James A. Gehr ’83, this four-year scholarship is for first-year students who are residents of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and entering an undergraduate degree program in the John L. Grove College of Business.

KEN AND GINNY GILL SCHOLARSHIP FOR BUSINESS RELATED DEGREES

Established by Ken ’65-’72m and Ginny Gill, this scholarship is for full-time, first-year students pursuing a degree offered through the John L. Grove College of Business. First preference is given to a student from Snyder County, Pennsylvania. Second preference will be given to students from any county in Pennsylvania. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

THE RONALD G. AND ARLENE M. (BEILER) GIPE SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is for students who have completed at least 60 credits toward an undergraduate degree administered by the John L. Grove College of Business. First preference will be given to students who have graduated from Greencastle High School in Franklin County or Lancaster Mennonite High School in Lancaster County.

DR. EDWARD S. GOODHART ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is for full-time, first-year students entering an undergraduate degree program administered by the Accounting Department of the John L. Grove College of Business. This is a four-year scholarship with minimum GPA and academic credit requirements. First preference will be given to students who graduated from Shippensburg Area Senior High School.

JOHN L. AND CORA I. GROVE SCHOLARS PROGRAM ENDOWMENT

This scholarship fund is used to attract and retain academically talented students with financial need who are pursuing undergraduate degrees in the John L. Grove College of Business leading to careers in business.

LINDA MAUGER-HARNISH AND MARTIN HARNISH COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Linda Mauger-Harnish ’87 and Martin Harnish ’86, this scholarship is for full-time, first-year students pursuing an undergraduate degree administered by the John L. Grove College of Business. Recipients must demonstrate financial need.

BONNIE (GENTRY) HATHCOCK COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Bonnie Gentry Hathcock ’72, this four-year scholarship is for an outstanding student enrolled in any undergraduate degree program in the John L. Grove College of Business.

BRIAN L. HECKLER ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is for a full-time, firstyear student with financial need who is entering an undergraduate degree program administered by the Accounting Department of the John L. Grove College of Business.

RENETTA F. HEISS SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship provides assistance to a junior majoring in business education or business information systems who demonstrates academic excellence and promise of success in the discipline.

EDWIN L. HERR STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP

This is an annual study abroad scholarship for students in the John L. Grove College of Business.

DRS. RALPH T. AND DEBORAH E. HOCKING SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Dr. Ralph Hocking who served for 30 years as a professor in the John L. Grove College of Business, this four-year scholarship is for a student majoring in finance.

ROBERT AND LORIE (MILLER) KLINGER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP

This study abroad scholarship is awarded to students who have earned at least 30 credits and are enrolled in a degree program in the John L. Grove College of Business. First preference is given to students who demonstrate financial need.

ROBERT J. LIEBLEIN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Robert J. Lieblein ’83, this scholarship benefits full-time first-year students pursuing an undergraduate degree within the John L. Grove College of Business. First preference will be given to students majoring in entrepreneurship.

MCDONALD CZIRAKY WOMEN’S BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Marie McDonald ’97 and her husband, David Cziraky, this scholarship is for a member in good standing of the Shippensburg University women’s basketball team. First preference will be given to students pursuing an undergraduate degree in the John L. Grove College of Business.

DAVID AND LAURIE SCHULTZ MORGAN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Established by David ’80 and Laurie Morgan ’79, this scholarship benefits upper division students who have earned at least 30 academic credits and are pursuing an undergraduate degree administered by the John L. Grove College of Business. This scholarship will not necessarily go to the student with the highest grade point average, but to an individual who demonstrates inspirational character and perseverance within the John L. Grove College of Business.

DR. DONNA T. MOTTILLA COLLEGE OF BUSINESS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Brendan Barclay in memory of his mother and former faculty member and Interim Dean of the John L. Grove College of Business, Dr. Donna T. Mottilla. This scholarship benefits full-time, first-year students pursuing an undergraduate degree in the John L. Grove College of Business.

FREDERICK L. PETERS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established in memory of Frederick Peters, who earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Shippensburg University in business administration and was employed by the university as an accountant for more than 20 years. It is awarded to students entering the John L. Grove College of Business from Shippensburg Area and Big Spring School Districts.

MICHAEL AND NANCY PINKOWICZ BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

This four-year scholarship was established by Michael Pinkowicz ’76 and his wife, Nancy, in appreciation for his academic and extracurricular experience at Shippensburg University. This scholarship benefits first-year students from Philadelphia, Montgomery or Delaware counties within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania who are pursuing an undergraduate degree program administered by the John L. Grove College of Business.

FREDERICK AND ANN REDDIG POTTHOFF SCHOLARSHIP

Established in 2011 by Frederick ’70 and Ann Reddig Potthoff ’72, this scholarship is for first-year students entering the John L. Grove College of Business, or students who have declared themselves as English majors in the College of Arts and Sciences.

IGNATIOS AND ANASTASIA PROKOP AND JOHN L. PROKOP SCHOLARSHIP

Established by John L. Prokop ’57-’73m, this scholarship is for first-year students pursuing an information technology for business education degree with preference given to students from Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, and York counties.

CHRIS AND ROBIN PRUITT COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

This first-year student scholarship, established by Chris and Robin Pruitt who graduated in 1984 with degrees in accounting and elementary education, benefits students entering any degree program in the John L. Grove College of Business.

HEATHER A. REED HUMAN RESOURCES SCHOLARSHIP (not yet active) NEW

Established by Heather Reed ’97, This scholarship is for upper division students pursuing an undergraduate degree in business management with a concentration in human resource management. Recipients must have completed at least 60 credits prior to benefiting from this scholarship, have a minimum GPA of 2.75, and demonstrate financial need.

DR. HONG AND SUSAN YOUNG RIM FINANCE SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established by Dr. Hong Rim and his wife, Susan Young Rim, for a first-year student majoring in finance.

WILLIAM C. RODRUAN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Established by William Rodruan ’76, this upper division scholarship benefits academically talented students majoring in finance. Recipients must demonstrate financial need.

WILLIAM F. AND SUSANNAH M. ROTHMAN SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is for first-year students pursuing an undergraduate degree in the John L. Grove College of Business. First preference will be given to students who graduated from Harrisburg City School District with second preference given to students from Steelton-Highspire School District. Third preference is given to students who have graduated from Central Dauphin School District. Recipients must demonstrate financial need.

EDWARD CHRISTIAN RUTH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This upper-division scholarship was established by family and friends in memory of Edward Ruth ’00, who was an active member of Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity. Recipients must have completed a minimum of 30 credits and be residents of Bedford County, Pennsylvania. First preference is given to students pursuing an undergraduate degree in the John L. Grove College of Business who are members in good standing of Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity.

DR. RICK E. AND GEORGENA M. RUTH SCHOLARSHIP (not yet active)

Established by retired faculty member and administrator Dr. Rick Ruth and his wife, Georgena Ruth ’86, this scholarship is for full-time, first-year students, upper division transfer students, or continuing education students pursuing their undergraduate degree in one of the STEM disciplines; a major within the John L. Grove College of Business, or a major within the College of Education and Human Services, including secondary education majors in any discipline. Recipients must have a minimum GPA of 2.8, demonstrate financial need, and be eligible for an instate tuition rate.

JACK A. AND MILDRED PRINCE SQUIRES SCHOLARSHIP

Jack A. Squires ’49, owned and operated Squires Electronics and Appliances, Inc. in Shippensburg and Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. This scholarship is for a student with at least junior standing who has demonstrated academic excellence.

DR. RICHARD D. STONE WOMEN’S BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is for a current studentathlete who is a member in good standing, both as a student and athlete, of Shippensburg University women’s basketball team. Preference will be given to a student who is enrolled in a degree program in the John L. Grove College of Business.

DRS. RICHARD D. STONE AND MARY M. GRAHAM MEN’S BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is for a student who is a member in good standing, both as a student and athlete, of Shippensburg University men’s basketball team. Preference will be given to a student who is enrolled in a degree program in the John L. Grove College of Business.

DR. RONALD K. AND DEBRA A. TAYLOR MARKETING SCHOLARSHIP

This upper division scholarship is for academically talented students majoring in marketing with preference given to students enrolled in the ROTC program or the Wood Honors College at Shippensburg University.

RICHARD W. TOMLINSON BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is for a student who intends to become a member of the Shippensburg University men’s basketball team, or a current member of the men’s basketball team, who is enrolled in any undergraduate degree program in the John L. Grove College of Business or a psychology degree program in the College of Arts and Sciences.

VOLVO CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT NORTH AMERICA, LLC, SCHOLARSHIP/ INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

This scholarship is for a full-time, firstyear student pursuing an undergraduate major in a STEM (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics) field or in the John L. Grove College of Business. It is intended that the recipient completes an official, compensated internship with Volvo Construction LLC at the Shippensburg location between their sophomore and junior year provided internships are available.

BRIAN AND ELLEN WALSH COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Graduates of the class of 1980, Brian and Ellen Walsh established this scholarship for upper division students in the John L. Grove College of Business who are members in good standing of a social fraternity or sorority.

ROBERT E. “BUCKY” WARD ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Robert E. “Bucky” Ward ’77, this scholarship is to be awarded to a student-athlete who is a member of the Shippensburg University football team and enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in the John L. Grove College of Business. First preference is given to a student from Parkland High School.

BROOKE ASHLEY WEAVER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Jim and Karen Weaver established this scholarship in memory of their daughter, Brooke, who was enrolled in the John L. Grove College of Business when she passed away during her sophomore year. This endowment provides a scholarship to a student pursuing an undergraduate degree in the John L. Grove College of Business.

FRANKLIN O. WISMAN FINANCE SCHOLARSHIP

Franklin Wisman was instrumental in establishing and funding the Investment Management Program at Shippensburg University. It was his wish that a percentage of the funds generated through that program be used to fund scholarships for students in finance. This scholarship is for current students who successfully complete the Investment Management Program during the fall or spring semester of the academic year.

W.J. WOLLYUNG III COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Established by William J. Wollyung III ’85, this scholarship is for incoming first-year students pursuing an undergraduate degree administered by the John L. Grove College of Business. First preference is for students who demonstrate financial need.

BRYAN P. WRIGHT ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP NEW

Established by Bryan Wright ’88, this scholarship is for upper division students majoring in accounting in the John L. Grove College of Business. Recipient must have completed a minimum of 60 credits and have minimum GPA of 3.0 prior to benefiting from the scholarship.

GERARD ZACK AND DR. APRIL EICHMEIER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP (not yet active)

Established by Gerard Zack ’81 and his wife, April Eichmeier, this scholarship benefits upper division students in the John L. Grove College of Business who participate in a registered study abroad experience.

ZOOK-DIODATO COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Gloria Zook Diodato ’88 and Richard Diodato, this upper division scholarship is for students who have completed a minimum of 30 credits and are pursuing an undergraduate degree in the John L. Grove College of Business. First preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need.

THE ZUMBRUN/KORKUCH FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Jean Zumbrun Korkuch ’49 and husband Frank Korkuch ’50, this scholarship is for first-year students enrolled in an undergraduate degree program offered through the John L. Grove College of Business. First preference will be given to students who reside in Pennsylvania.

BOYER & RITTER LLC IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established by Boyer & Ritter LLC for full-time undergraduate students enrolled in the John L. Grove College of Business who are majoring in accounting. Recipients are expected to complete a compensated internship during the same year they receive the scholarship.

CLARK ASSOCIATES SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established by Clark Associates for full-time undergraduate students enrolled in the John L. Grove College of Business who are majoring in supply chain management.

DHL SUPPLY CHAIN FUTURE LEADERS IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established by DHL Supply Chain for full-time undergraduate students enrolled in the John L. Grove College of Business who are majoring in supply chain management.

SEK CPAS AND ADVISORS IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was established by SEK for full-time undergraduate students enrolled in the John L. Grove College of Business who are majoring in accounting. Recipients must complete a compensated internship with SEK.

OTHER ENDOWMENTS

EDWARD & ANITA BUCHANAN ENTREPRENEURIAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP AND INNOVATION

Funds from this endowment are to be used to meet the needs of the Charles H. Diller Jr. Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership and Innovation.

CHARLES H. JR. AND JANE E. DILLER ENDOWMENT FOR THE CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP AND INNOVATION

Funds from this endowment will be used to provide the necessary support and learning environment to help students develop as entrepreneurs.

HARRY R. FREHN RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP ENDOWMENT

The fellowship supports research in business and economics by faculty of the John L. Grove College of Business.

JOHN L. AND CORA I. GROVE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ENDOWMENT

This endowment provides funds for resource material, equipment, faculty recruitment, and faculty projects.

JOHN L. AND CORA I. GROVE ENDOWMENT FOR FACULTY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

Funds from this endowment are used to promote basic and applied research as well as professional development activities.

BRYAN E. HUGHES COLLEGE OF BUSINESS FAMILY ENDOWMENT (not yet active)

Funds from this endowment will support the greatest needs of the John L. Grove College of Business.

DALE E. KANN ENDOWMENT

Established by Dale E. Kann, Business Education ’63, this endowment funds joint research by faculty and students in the John L. Grove College of Business.

RON AND DEE KEARNS ENTREPRENEURIAL SPEAKER ENDOWMENT

This endowment was established by Ron ’64 and Dee Kearns to bring prominent business leaders and entrepreneurs to campus to share their expertise and experience with Shippensburg University students.

NORMAN E. KING FUND

This fund was established through contributions in honor of a retired accounting faculty member. Proceeds are used to purchase current professional materials for faculty in the Department of Accounting.

THE DEAN JOHN G. KOOTI LECTURE ENDOWMENT (not yet active)

This endowment has been established by Dr. John G. Kooti to further enhance the business program through a lecture series featuring prominent business leaders, entrepreneurs, and specialists in the world of business.

DAVID O. MCCAIN III ENTREPRENEURSHIP ENDOWMENT

This fund will be used on an annual basis to support the Charles H. Diller Jr. Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership and Innovation at Shippensburg University.

DON SR. AND CATHY NORI COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AWARD

This award was established by Don Nori Jr., Joel Nori, and Jon Nori of Nori Media Group in memory of their father, Donald F. Nori Sr. ’74. The award is presented annually to sophomore, junior or senior students in the John L. Grove College of Business who have excelled and show promise of outstanding achievement in their chosen field.

JERRY AND JANICE REGAN MBA ENDOWMENT Funds from this endowment will be used to support the needs of the John L. Grove College of Business MBA program.

WISMAN ENDOWMENT

This fund was established in memory of Frank Wisman, whose vision led to the creation of the Investment Management Program. It is used as a vehicle for giving finance majors experience in actual investment management.

FUTURE SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENTS FUNDED THROUGH A PLANNED GIFT

SCOTT MOYER ACCOUNTING SCHOLARSHIP

A four-year scholarship for an accounting major with preference given to students graduating from a Lancaster County high school.

ERNEST M. AND TERESSA S. ROSETTY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This four-year scholarship is for an incoming first-year student majoring in accounting in the John L. Grove College of Business. Recipients must demonstrate financial need.

STEVEN H. AND SUSAN A. RUNKLE BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

This is a four-year scholarship for a John L. Grove College of Business student demonstrating financial need. First preference is given to a student who is the first in their immediate family to attend college.

KENNETH AND DONNA L. SHUR COLLEGE OF BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship benefits incoming firstyear students enrolled in any major in the John L. Grove College of Business.

ANTHONY S. AND LINDA N. WINTER JOHN L. GROVE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS TRANSFER STUDENT-ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is for a transfer student who has been accepted to an undergraduate degree program in the John L. Grove College of Business, and intends to become a member of one of Shippensburg University’s intercollegiate athletic teams with preference for the football team.

FUTURE ENDOWMENTS FUNDED THROUGH A PLANNED GIFT

DR. JAMES A. POPE STUDENT INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE PROGRAM

Funds from this endowment will be used to support upper division students in a study abroad experience with first preference given to students in the John L. Grove College of Business.