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Earliest known fossil of the genus Homo dates to 2.8 to 2.75 million years ago

3/4/15

The earliest known record of the genus Homo -- the human genus -- represented by a lower jaw with teeth, recently found in the Afar region of Ethiopia, dates to between 2.8 and 2.75 million years ago, according to an international team of geoscientists and anthropologists. They also dated other fossils to between 2.84 and 2.58 million years ago, which helped reconstruct the environment in which the individual lived

Trustee panel for students canceled

3/4/15

The trustee panel for students, scheduled for tonight (March 4), has been canceled along with the cancellation of classes and activities on the University Park campus.

Glorious Invasions Exhibition

Edwin W. Zoller Gallery hosts 'Glorious Invasions' MFA thesis exhibition

3/4/15

The Penn State School of Visual Arts’ (SoVA) Edwin W. Zoller Gallery announces "Glorious Invasions," MFA thesis exhibition, by artists Jennifer Kirkpatrick and Farima Safaitakhtehfooladi. The exhibition will be on display March 2 to 6. A public reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, March 2, in the gallery.

RE-AIM project targets alumni feedback to improve program

3/4/15

Research has shown that the better the training students receive, the longer they stay in their chosen field. Three professors in Penn State’s College of Education want to hear that themselves from graduates who majored in special education.

Capital Campaign finished look.

Theatre MFA student wins national award for scenic design

3/4/15

James Rogers, an MFA student in Theatre Technology, will receive the Bernhard R. Works, Frederick A. Buerki Scenic Technology Award, known as “The Golden Hammer Award,” from the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT).

Four guest artists to visit School of Music, March 17-19

3/4/15

Four esteemed guest artists, Joe Nibley, trumpet; Anne McNamara, trumpet; Larry Guy, clarinet; and Andrew Raciti, double bass, will visit the Penn State School of Music during the week of March 16 to perform recitals and present masterclasses for Penn State music students. For program detail, go to music.psu.edu

Weather delays University Park classes, activities

3/4/15

Inclement weather has caused Penn State to delay scheduled activities at University Park, including classes, until 10 a.m. on March 4. Classes or activities that begin at or after 10 a.m. will be held as scheduled. Only employees previously identified as performing essential services should report as regularly scheduled, unless advised otherwise by their supervisor.

Student volunteers sought for Undergraduate Admissions event

3/3/15

The Student Minority Advisory and Recruitment Team (SMART) and the Undergraduate Admissions Office are looking for Penn State student hosts for the Achievers Weekend recruitment event on March 19 to 21 at University Park. Students interested in hosting these visitors must live in a University Park residence hall.

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THON to be recognized March 4 by Pennsylvania House of Representatives

3/3/15

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives is scheduled to recognize the achievements of the Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon, known as THON, through House Resolution No. 119 expected at approximately 11 a.m. Wednesday (March 4) in Harrisburg. Five members of THON’s executive committee are scheduled to be in attendance to represent Penn State students on the House floor.

Weather prompts early dismissal of classes, activities

3/3/15

Mixed snow and freezing rain has caused Penn State to cancel scheduled activities at University Park, including classes and exams, for the remainder of the day today (March 3), beginning with the dismissal of students at 4 p.m. Faculty and non-essential staff will be released 30 minutes after the release of students, at 4:30. Normal activities will resume at 6 a.m. tomorrow (March 4), depending on weather conditions.

Sun streaming through Penn State's Old Main bell tower

Class of 2015 opens Solar Panel Array design competition to University community

3/3/15

Penn State's class of 2015 invites members of the University community to participate in a competition to design the Solar Panel Array, the 2015 class gift chosen last fall in a vote by seniors. Teams must include at least one senior graduating in the 2015 year and not exceed more than 5 individuals. The competition will accept proposals until March 31.

Ferguson Missouri events

Course explores Ferguson events through many perspectives

3/3/15

The Department of African American Studies and the College of the Liberal Arts are bringing a multidisciplinary perspective to bear as they study last summer’s events in Ferguson, Missouri. Students enrolled in the African American studies course “The Fire This Time: Understanding Ferguson” will examine the historical context, the fatal interaction between police officer and citizen, and the resulting legal proceedings and protests.

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