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Shepherdstown,
WV has four distinct seasons: spring, summer, fall, and winter.
The temperature varies greatly throughout the year. In the
summer (June-August), the weather is typically hot, humid
and sticky. As fall approaches (September-November),
temperatures drop. Winter (December-March) brings very
cold temperatures along with some ice and snow. Spring (April-May)
has beautiful days of temperate weather.
Click here
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Weather
in Shepherdstown, WV varies greatly and different types of
clothing are required for each season, particularly winter
when heavy waterproof snow coats and footwear are needed.
Formal dress is not required for attending classes, but some
events might ask for formal wear. |
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All
questions regarding health records,
immunizations
& health
insurance can be answered by Student
Health Services. |
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In
addition to your immigration records, you should bring other
documents that may help you obtain services in the United
States:
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driver's license and/or personal identification from your
country
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medical and/or academic records
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other documents you think will be useful.
Remember
to verify that the documents have not expired.
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There
are no currency exchanges establishments in Shepherdstown,
WV but there are several local banks that offer foreign exchange:
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AIR:
The closest international airports to Shepherdstown, WV are
Reagan National Airport
(Washington, DC), Washington-Dulles
International Airport (Virginia) and Baltimore-Washington
International (Maryland). All three airports are
about 2 hours away from Shepherdstown, WV. LAND:
The most reliable form of land transportation to and from
Shepherdstown, WV is by MARC
train. The three stops closest to Shepherd
University are Harpers Ferry, WV, Duffsfield and Martinsburg,
WV on the Brunswick Line.
Directions
to Shepherd University
Shepherdstown
Visitor Center |
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On-Campus
Housing: Refer all questions
to the Residence
Life Office. If you need to stay on campus during the
winter break (between semesters) you should request to live
in one of the halls which will remain open at that time. All
other halls close between semesters and you will be required
to leave. For an additional charge you will be permitted to
remain in your room over the break. Off-Campus
Housing: Those students that wish to live off campus
should consult the local
newspapers.
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