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Probing Question: Is Jewish life thriving on American campuses?

8/23/11

These days, college-bound students can get the “inside scoop” about schools from countless Web sites and guidebooks. Looking for a place with lots of outdoor adventure programs? One with the most active Greek life? Or perhaps one with vegan and gluten-free dining options? Options and opinions abound.

Film festival and photography exhibit debut Oct. 12 at Fayette campus

10/4/10

The eighth annual film festival at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus will begin Tuesday, Oct. 12, with film events continuing throughout October. In conjunction with the start of the film festival is the opening of a juried photography exhibit presented by the Coalition for Equity that will be on display through Jan. 12, 2011. A common theme of religion ties the two events together. Both events are free, open to the public and take place in the campus' Williams Building.

Losing your religion deemed unhealthy

9/22/10

People who leave strict religious groups are more likely to say their health is worse than members who remain in the group, according to a Penn State researcher. The percentage of people who left a strict religious group and reported they were in excellent health was about half that of people who stayed in the group, said Christopher Scheitle, senior research assistant in sociology.

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Bloody, fifth-century feud over Christ's humanity resonates today

3/18/10

For 2,000 years, the paradoxical nature of Jesus Christ -- that he embodied completely both the human and the divine -- has been at the core of Christian belief. Yet there was a time, according to history and religious studies scholar Philip Jenkins, Penn State's Edwin Erle Sparks Professor of Humanities, when this belief was on extremely shaky ground.

Presentation to focus on America and the Ten Commandments

2/22/10

The depiction of the Ten Commandments in America lies at the heart of a presentation by acclaimed Jewish scholar and author Jenna Weissman Joselit, which will take place on March 1, at Penn State Harrisburg. Joselit is the Charles E. Smith chair in Judaic studies at George Washington University. The presentation begins at 6:15 p.m. in the Olmsted Building Auditorium and is free and open to the public. It marks the final installment in a yearlong series of programs hosted by the college's Center for Holocaust and Jewish Studies. For information, call 717-948-6039.

Probing Question: Does brainwashing exist?

11/3/09

The popular idea is that brainwashing techniques can completely alter a person's opinions, while he or she is powerless to stop the conversion," he says. "But such techniques have never actually been found to exist," says Roger Finke, professor of sociology and religious studies at Penn State.

Libraries to hold presentation on Hinduism

10/19/09

The University Libraries will hold a presentation titled "Hinduism: Principles, Beliefs, Traditions, and Practices," from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 22, in Foster Auditorium (room 101) at Pattee Library on Penn State's University Park campus. It is being held in conjunction with the Hindu festival of Diwali, which this year falls on Oct. 17.

Rev. Millicent Hunter to deliver diversity lecture

3/3/09

The Rev. Millicent Hunter knows personally that success is built many times in small steps. Hunter brings her global perspective to the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 11. Her presentation is free and open to the public and is an installment in Penn State Harrisburg's yearlong Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Lecture Series and is being held in partnership with Kingdom Embassy.

Spiritual center plans move ahead

5/29/08

More than a year has passed since $6 million was put on the table for the expansion of Eisenhower Chapel on the University Park campus. In that time, donations have continued to come in for the $9 million project and its significance as a symbol of Penn State's commitment to the spiritual life of its students has grown exponentially.

Absence policy/Holy Day calendar reminder posted

8/3/07

Faculty and students are reminded of Penn State's policy regarding students' requests for absence from class for the purpose of observing a religious holiday. The University Faculty Senate Policy on Class Attendance (42-27) states that instructors should provide, within reason, opportunity to make up work for students who are obliged to miss classes for legitimate reasons.

Center leading the way in ethics and religious programming, support

5/18/07

When deciding on a college four years ago, Lauren Mack was concerned about how a large institution might affect her faith traditions, her ethics and morals. Graduating from Penn State this weekend, Mack looks back on her time at the University as one that, in part, enabled her to develop her own Catholic faith while enriching her knowledge and bringing her closer to a diverse student body of varied religious and spiritual beliefs. Mack joined a panel representing student affairs and Penn State's Center for Ethics and Religious Affairs (CERA) in an informational report to the University's Board of Trustees Friday (May 18) on CERA and its services to the University Park community and beyond.

Penn State Berks presents ACLU film on religious freedom

2/7/07

"Religious Freedom," the next in the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Freedom Files, will be presented at 1p.m. Monday, Feb. 21, in 150 Franco Building, Penn State Berks. This event is free to the public. The American Civil Liberties Union Web site states, "The right of every American to practice his or her own religion or no religion at all is among the most fundamental of freedoms guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. But while the United States is home to more than 1,500 different faiths and some 360,000 houses of worship, religious freedom faces threats on many fronts.

University says farewell to religious studies professor

12/13/06

Charles S. Prebish, professor of religious studies, will retire Dec. 31 from Penn State, following more than 35 years of service. Prebish is leaving Penn State to become holder of the Charles Redd endowed chair in religious studies at Utah State University in Logan, Utah. He will assume his new position Jan. 1.

'World of Difference' discusses religious expression during holidays on WPSU

12/11/06

As Christmas approaches, Americans begin to display differing opinions on public displays of religion. Some Americans feel that religious displays are inappropriate; while others feel that it's their right to show their holiday spirit. "World of Difference" at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12, on WPSU-TV/FM will examine what is acceptable to say and display during the holiday season.

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Probing Question: Is Jewish life thriving on American campuses?

8/23/11

These days, college-bound students can get the “inside scoop” about schools from countless Web sites and guidebooks. Looking for a place with lots of outdoor adventure programs? One with the most active Greek life? Or perhaps one with vegan and gluten-free dining options? Options and opinions abound.

Film festival and photography exhibit debut Oct. 12 at Fayette campus

10/4/10

The eighth annual film festival at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus will begin Tuesday, Oct. 12, with film events continuing throughout October. In conjunction with the start of the film festival is the opening of a juried photography exhibit presented by the Coalition for Equity that will be on display through Jan. 12, 2011. A common theme of religion ties the two events together. Both events are free, open to the public and take place in the campus' Williams Building.

Losing your religion deemed unhealthy

9/22/10

People who leave strict religious groups are more likely to say their health is worse than members who remain in the group, according to a Penn State researcher. The percentage of people who left a strict religious group and reported they were in excellent health was about half that of people who stayed in the group, said Christopher Scheitle, senior research assistant in sociology.

Untitled

Bloody, fifth-century feud over Christ's humanity resonates today

3/18/10

For 2,000 years, the paradoxical nature of Jesus Christ -- that he embodied completely both the human and the divine -- has been at the core of Christian belief. Yet there was a time, according to history and religious studies scholar Philip Jenkins, Penn State's Edwin Erle Sparks Professor of Humanities, when this belief was on extremely shaky ground.

Presentation to focus on America and the Ten Commandments

2/22/10

The depiction of the Ten Commandments in America lies at the heart of a presentation by acclaimed Jewish scholar and author Jenna Weissman Joselit, which will take place on March 1, at Penn State Harrisburg. Joselit is the Charles E. Smith chair in Judaic studies at George Washington University. The presentation begins at 6:15 p.m. in the Olmsted Building Auditorium and is free and open to the public. It marks the final installment in a yearlong series of programs hosted by the college's Center for Holocaust and Jewish Studies. For information, call 717-948-6039.

Probing Question: Does brainwashing exist?

11/3/09

The popular idea is that brainwashing techniques can completely alter a person's opinions, while he or she is powerless to stop the conversion," he says. "But such techniques have never actually been found to exist," says Roger Finke, professor of sociology and religious studies at Penn State.

Libraries to hold presentation on Hinduism

10/19/09

The University Libraries will hold a presentation titled "Hinduism: Principles, Beliefs, Traditions, and Practices," from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 22, in Foster Auditorium (room 101) at Pattee Library on Penn State's University Park campus. It is being held in conjunction with the Hindu festival of Diwali, which this year falls on Oct. 17.

Rev. Millicent Hunter to deliver diversity lecture

3/3/09

The Rev. Millicent Hunter knows personally that success is built many times in small steps. Hunter brings her global perspective to the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 11. Her presentation is free and open to the public and is an installment in Penn State Harrisburg's yearlong Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Lecture Series and is being held in partnership with Kingdom Embassy.

Spiritual center plans move ahead

5/29/08

More than a year has passed since $6 million was put on the table for the expansion of Eisenhower Chapel on the University Park campus. In that time, donations have continued to come in for the $9 million project and its significance as a symbol of Penn State's commitment to the spiritual life of its students has grown exponentially.

Absence policy/Holy Day calendar reminder posted

8/3/07

Faculty and students are reminded of Penn State's policy regarding students' requests for absence from class for the purpose of observing a religious holiday. The University Faculty Senate Policy on Class Attendance (42-27) states that instructors should provide, within reason, opportunity to make up work for students who are obliged to miss classes for legitimate reasons.

Center leading the way in ethics and religious programming, support

5/18/07

When deciding on a college four years ago, Lauren Mack was concerned about how a large institution might affect her faith traditions, her ethics and morals. Graduating from Penn State this weekend, Mack looks back on her time at the University as one that, in part, enabled her to develop her own Catholic faith while enriching her knowledge and bringing her closer to a diverse student body of varied religious and spiritual beliefs. Mack joined a panel representing student affairs and Penn State's Center for Ethics and Religious Affairs (CERA) in an informational report to the University's Board of Trustees Friday (May 18) on CERA and its services to the University Park community and beyond.

Penn State Berks presents ACLU film on religious freedom

2/7/07

"Religious Freedom," the next in the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Freedom Files, will be presented at 1p.m. Monday, Feb. 21, in 150 Franco Building, Penn State Berks. This event is free to the public. The American Civil Liberties Union Web site states, "The right of every American to practice his or her own religion or no religion at all is among the most fundamental of freedoms guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. But while the United States is home to more than 1,500 different faiths and some 360,000 houses of worship, religious freedom faces threats on many fronts.

University says farewell to religious studies professor

12/13/06

Charles S. Prebish, professor of religious studies, will retire Dec. 31 from Penn State, following more than 35 years of service. Prebish is leaving Penn State to become holder of the Charles Redd endowed chair in religious studies at Utah State University in Logan, Utah. He will assume his new position Jan. 1.

'World of Difference' discusses religious expression during holidays on WPSU

12/11/06

As Christmas approaches, Americans begin to display differing opinions on public displays of religion. Some Americans feel that religious displays are inappropriate; while others feel that it's their right to show their holiday spirit. "World of Difference" at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12, on WPSU-TV/FM will examine what is acceptable to say and display during the holiday season.