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Preschool program preps kids for academic success through elementary school

6/4/18

A program that helps low-income parents prepare their children for school has benefits that extend beyond kindergarten and into into third grade, according to Penn State researchers. The researchers found that the preschoolers of parents who participated in the program performed better academically, acquired better social emotional skills and needed fewer additional school services when they were in third grade.

Ice Box challenge set up

Penn State at The Navy Yard hosts Ice Box Challenge

6/4/18

To further promote a commitment to sustainability, Penn State at The Navy Yard is hosting the Ice Box Challenge, a public science experiment and demonstration in high-performance building, from May 24 to June 20.

Restored statue platform with standing moai on the south coast of Rapa Nui. Note that one of the moai is adorned with a red scoria pukao.

Hats on for Easter Island statues

6/4/18

How do you put a 13-ton hat on a giant statue? That's what a team of researchers is trying to figure out with their study of Easter Island statues and the red hats that sit atop some of them.

Penn State president Eric Barron (center) on stage.

Barron discusses Greek life reform as part of New York Times forum

6/1/18

Penn State President Eric Barron discussed national challenges and reform efforts related to hazing and Greek life on May 31, as part of the New York Times Higher Ed Leaders Forum. Barron joined author and Bloomberg reporter John Hechinger on the panel, which was moderated by Stephanie Saul, investigative reporter for the New York Times. Barron emphasized the critical need for a coordinated, national effort among universities and communities to increase student safety, reduce dangerous behaviors and hold Greek-letter organizations accountable.

Blue and White Luncheon Recap

6/1/18

Penn State Lehigh Valley officially launched 'A Greater Penn State' campaign locally. PPL CEO Bill Spence hosted the Blue & White luncheon and announced a personal gift to the campaign on May 23.

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Ten elected to serve on Alumni Council

6/1/18

Ten Penn State alumni leaders have been voted onto Alumni Council — the Penn State Alumni Association’s governing board — and will begin their terms July 1.

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Penn State Lehigh Valley invites high school students to Spend a Summer Evening

6/1/18

Penn State Lehigh Valley invites high school students and their families to “Spend a Summer Evening” at the Lehigh Valley campus to learn about Penn State’s admissions process, financial aid timeline and the more than 160 academic options that are available. The event will be held two evenings this summer on July 19 and Aug. 9.

Melnick.McElroy

Researchers to study conditions at senior centers across the Commonwealth

6/1/18

Janet Melnick, associate teaching professor in Human Development and Family Studies at Penn State Scranton, and Heather Shanks-McElroy of Keystone College are collaborating on a research project focusing on conditions at senior community centers throughout Pennsylvania to determine how they are meeting the needs of older Pennsylvanians.

Lion Shrine

Research, teaching quality at Penn State results in top 50 worldwide ranking

5/31/18

Penn State has been ranked among the best universities in the world for the quality of education of its students and the research prowess of its faculty. Penn State ranked No. 43 worldwide in the recently released 2018/19 Center for World University Rankings, and ranked No. 30 among universities in the United States.

PennDOT issues Atherton Street update for early June

5/31/18

With construction and utility work continuing, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is issuing an update for its North Atherton Street project in State College. The entire project will take place through 2019, with phased work zones stretching from Aaron Drive to Park Avenue. Work will include relocation of numerous utility lines, relocation of sewer and water lines, drainage improvements, curbing, sidewalks, ADA ramps, traffic signal upgrades, new concrete median and paving.

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