Professor James Lohrey
Faculty Advisor
JBLohrey@ship.edu
Prof. Lohrey received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the State University of New York at Buffalo in Media Study and Theatre. He is currently working on completing his dissertation in the Media and Communication Studies Program at IUP. He previously taught electronic media production, film studies, media writing and broadcast journalism courses at Mercyhurst University in Erie, PA, Mansfield University in Mansfield, PA, and St. John Fisher University (College) in Rochester, NY.
Before starting in his academic teaching career, Prof. Lohrey worked as a production assistant at WKBW-TV (the ABC affiliate in Buffalo NY), wrote a bi-weekly film column in a small entertainment newspaper in Buffalo and assisted on various film and video shoots. While in college, he participated in his college’s radio station as a DJ. He currently hosts a weekly podcast, 80s Lost Hits, that airs on WSYC.
victoria peters
General Manager
vp9724@ship.edu
Hello everyone! My name is Victoria and I am the General Manager of our lovely little station. This is my 9th year as a DJ with 5 of those years being at my high school radio station and the rest being here at WSYC 88.7. I was the music director here for the last two years and am now so grateful to hold the General Manager position. I am a senior majoring in CJM with a concentration in Broadcasting here at Shippensburg University. Outside of hosting my show Whiplash you can find me marching with the SUMB, thrifting, or reading.
Contact me for general questions about WSYC, setting up a tour, community outreach, guest speakers, live event support, business opportunities, or to set up a meeting.
jonathan burton
Program Director
jb2599@ship.edu
Hey! I’m Jonathan and I’m a Junior Communications, Journalism & Media major. This will be my third year with WSYC. I host/co-host two radio shows and commentate sports. Outside of WSYC, I take photos for the Slate and host my own sports podcast. I’m excited for another year of WSYC!
abby sHygelski
Human Resources Director
as4340@ship.edu
Hey there! My name is Abby and I am the current HR director of WSYC. I am a sophomore Communications, Journalism, and Media major with a focus in Broadcasting, alongside two minors in International Studies and Marketing! My show is called Abby Road on Tuesdays from 8-9 PM! Alongside Abby Road, I am an active member of the universities Phi Sigma Sigma sorority chapter! When I’m not in the studio or serving the community, I could be found singing as a professionally trained singer, adding to my vinyl collection, or styling outfits as a (self-proclaimed) fashionista!
Here’s to yet another fabulous year with WSYC, and I look forward to seeing our returning DJ’s, as well as some new faces! ~
Kai Patterson
Music Director
kp7002@ship.edu
Hello! My name is Kai and I’m a junior CJM major with a concentration in broadcasting. I’ve been a DJ at WSYC since 2024, and will be taking on the role as Music Director for the ‘26/‘27 school year! Outside of co-hosting our radio show Roommates with my best friend, I have a passion for art, graphic design, architecture, coffee, and of course- music!
Havannah singletary
Business Director
hs3807@ship.edu
Hi! My name is Havannah and I’m the business director for the 2026-2027 year! I’m a junior majoring in Communication, Journalism, and Media with a concentration in Public Relations and a minor in Public Health. This will be my third year as a DJ! You can also catch me on the field with the SUMB’s color guard! I love thrifting, musicals, and concerts. I am so excited to take on this new position and can’t wait to watch the radio station grow even more.
Ian wood
News Director
iw1948@ship.edu
Hi, I am Ian Wood and I will be the news director for our lovely radio station WSYC 88.7 FM. I am a sophomore Communications, Journalism, and Media and History major. I simultaneously do work for SUTV as their live events producer. I began to work for both student media organizations just last year. My very own show on our station is called The Precious Moments of History where I discuss numerous topics involving history that I or my listeners find interesting. Outside of student media I do theatre and spend time with my friends. I am so excited to take up this role and to work closer with the lovely people here. I hope to bring our news hour to even greater heights. Any questions or desire to get involved please reach out I’m great at responding to people.
Michael brienza
Sports Director
mb3580@ship.edu
I'm Michael Brienza. I'm a History major with a minor in Communications. I've commentated sports for WSYC for 3 years now and I'm really excited to have been named our new Sports Director. Other than the radio I also really love film and watching sports.
Kate bittinger
Public Relations Director
kb4723@ship.edu
Hi everyone! My name is Kate and I’m a sophomore Communications, Journalism & Media major with a concentration in Broadcasting. I have been DJ for WSYC for one semester and am happy to start my role as the Public Relations Director! I currently host Y2Kate on Fridays at 1pm. Along with WSYC, I am apart of Kappa Delta Phi NAS, which is one of our campus sororities, and am a Peer Anchor. Outside of these, you can find me thrifting, studying in the library, creating content, or hanging out with friends! Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions!
