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IST students applying tech skills to benefit nonprofit companies

4/22/19

Behind the people working tirelessly to provide communities with support and resources at nonprofit companies are a network of professionals performing essential business functions. Among these are technology experts and information technology (IT) support system managers that allow the efficient storage and extension of information between the organization members, clients and even governmental agencies -- and several of them are getting their start in internships through the College of Information Sciences and Technology and Penn State World Campus.

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Working group formed in 2018 to implement climate survey for diversity

4/19/19

As part of ongoing efforts to promote diversity and inclusion and plan for related strategic initiatives, Penn State established a working group in 2018 to implement the first University-wide climate survey focused on diversity for students and employees. Students, faculty and staff are now invited to share feedback about potential topics and goals for the future survey using an online form through April 26.

Motorcycle Ride for Penn State World Campus VEAF

Scholarship ride benefits U.S. veterans enrolled through Penn State World Campus

4/19/19

The 2019 United States Veterans Scholarship Ride will take place April 27, beginning at 11:15 a.m. at the State College American Legion on Pine Hall Road. The Pennsylvania Chapter of the U.S. Veterans Motorcycle Club is organizing the ride in support of the Penn State World Campus Veterans Education and Advancement Fund (VEAF). Organizers are asking for a donation of $15 per person to the VEAF. A barbecue and entertainment will be provided at the State College American Legion at the conclusion of the ride.

Tom Hogan, professor of practice in the School of Labor and Employment Relations

Hogan named as scholar for Student Engagement Network Faculty Academy

4/15/19

Tom Hogan, professor of practice in the School of Labor and Employment Relations, has been named as a Scholar in the Engagement Faculty Academy for the 2019-21 academic years. The Student Engagement Network Faculty Academy is designed to provide funding for educators to deepen the University-wide discourse, practice, and recognition of engaged scholarship at Penn State.

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Penn State online learners to get study abroad experience in Croatia

3/27/19

Sixteen Penn State students will travel to Zagreb, Croatia, on March 31 for a weeklong study abroad opportunity to learn about international human resources policies and practices. The course is applied toward the master of professional studies in human resources and employment relations degree, which is offered exclusively online through Penn State World Campus.

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A female perspective of the MBA

3/21/19

Nationwide, the number of women in business schools and corporate boardrooms has lagged behind the number for their male counterparts. In an effort to increase opportunities for women, Penn State will host its first webinar focusing on how its online MBA can help women advance their careers.

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