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Penn State campuses offer events during Black History Month in February
1/31/19
Penn State student organizations and units at campuses across the Commonwealth will be holding events in honor of Black History Month. Here’s a look at some of the events taking place at the University’s campuses during the month of February.
Novel hypothesis goes underground to predict future of Greenland ice sheet
1/31/19
The Greenland ice sheet melted a little more easily in the past than it does today because of geological changes, and most of Greenland's ice can be saved from melting if warming is controlled, says a team of Penn State researchers.
Farmers National Bank supports Penn State DuBois youth programs
1/29/19
Farmers National Bank has contributed $2,500 in support of Penn State DuBois youth programs through a Pennsylvania state tax credit program. The Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program is administered by the Department of Community and Economic Development, and allows businesses to contribute to specified educational institutions in lieu of regular state tax payments.
Community invited to support THON at Dancer Send-off Dinner, Hair Auction
1/28/19
All members of the community are invited to help support the efforts of THON by attending the Dancer Send-off Dinner and Hair Auction planned for Thursday, Feb. 14, in the student union at Penn State DuBois.
Campus alumnus establishes Richard W. Ogden Family Open Doors Scholarship
1/17/19
Penn State DuBois alumnus Richard W. Ogden, of Clearfield, Pennsylvania, has established the Richard W. Ogden Family Open Doors Scholarship at Penn State DuBois. Penn State has made a 2:1 match to Ogden’s initial gift as part of the recently concluded Open Doors Scholarship Program, creating a full $100,000 endowment.
Three dancers to represent DuBois at THON
1/14/19
The 2019 Penn State DuBois THON dancers have been chosen. K.J. Long, Tristen Bressler, and Jamie Turner will represent DuBois at THON 2019, set for Feb. 15, until the 17, at the Bryce Jordan Center at University Park. They have been challenged to stay on their feet for 46 hours during the dance marathon at the Bryce Jordan Center on the University Park campus, alongside thousands of students from all Penn State locations.
Ian Kephart and Danielle Fahr Open Doors Scholarship established
1/9/19
Pledging $30,000, husband and wife Ian Kephart and Danielle Fahr Kephart have established an Open Doors Scholarship at Penn State DuBois. As part of the recently concluded Open Doors Scholarship Program, Penn State has made a 2:1 matching contribution to their gift, creating a full $90,000 endowment under the Ian Kephart and Danielle Fahr Open Doors Scholarship.
Penn State DuBois Youth Baseball Clinics set for February
1/3/19
Ball players from the area are welcome to sign up for this year’s Penn State DuBois Youth Baseball Clinics scheduled for Feb. 9, and 10, at the Baseball Bank, 309 Aspen Way, in DuBois. Young athletes will have the opportunity to train with coaches and players from the 2017-18 USCAA Small College World Series Championship Team.
Spaghetti dinner on Jan. 27 to benefit Penn State DuBois baseball
1/3/19
The Penn State DuBois baseball team will host a spaghetti dinner from 1 to 4 p.m. on Jan. 27 at Luigi’s Villa, located at 800 West Weber Ave. in DuBois. The cost per dinner is $10, with all proceeds benefiting the team’s spring trip to the Cal Ripken Experience in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Palumbo Charitable Trust Open Doors Scholarship generates a half million dollars
12/20/18
The A.J. and Sigismunda Palumbo Charitable Trust has given $150,000 to establish an Open Doors Scholarship at Penn State DuBois. Having made their initial gift before June 30, 2018, the trust took advantage of the unprecedented 2:1 matching opportunity that was available with the Open Doors Scholarship Program. This means the University matched the Palumbo gift with an additional $300,000, creating a full $450,000 endowment.
DuBois Educational Foundation establishes Open Doors Scholarship
12/20/18
With a $70,000 gift, the DuBois Educational Foundation (DEF) has established the DuBois Educational Foundation Open Doors Scholarship at Penn State DuBois. As part of the recently concluded Open Doors Scholarship Program, Penn State has made a 2:1 matching contribution to the DEF gift, creating a $210,000 endowment.
Penn State DuBois celebrates fall commencement
12/13/18
Fall 2018 graduates from Penn State DuBois made their official transition from students to alumni during fall commencement ceremonies held Dec. 13 in the campus gymnasium. Chancellor M. Scott McBride presided over the ceremony, with Professor of Chemistry Arshad Khan serving as faculty marshal. Barbara Reinard, assistant teaching professor and winner of the 2017-18 DuBois Educational Foundation Educator of the Year Award, offered the commencement address.
Sign Language courses teach individuals to ‘listen with their eyes’
12/10/18
This spring, in addition to the 10-week introductory class, Penn State DuBois will also offer a six-week intermediate class for those who would like to increase their sign language skills or have specific needs for their job. Marla Jo Ball is the instructor for both classes being held in DuBois. They are both Act 48 approved for continuing education credits.
Professor emeritus 'centers' new book on examining literary patterns
12/10/18
Building upon his long career in literary research and education at Penn State DuBois, Richard Kopley, distinguished professor of English emeritus, has spent his time in retirement breaking new ground in the study of literature. His latest book, “The Formal Center in Literature: Explorations from Poe to the Present,” examines previously undiscovered and undiscussed structures in composition that are used by some of recent history’s most notable authors in various works.