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Biobehavioral Health graduate receives Alumni Achievement Award

1/30/19

Brittany Hawkins, a 2008 graduate of the Department of Biobehavioral Health, is one of this year's recipient of the Penn State Alumni Association's Alumni Achievement Award. Hawkins is co-founder and CEO of Pathways Community Living, an agency in Pittsburgh that provides support for adults with intellectual disabilities.

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Sexual minorities face significant health disparities

1/30/19

Sexual minorities — people who are attracted to members of the same sex or who identify as gay, lesbian or bisexual — are at a higher risk for several different health problems at different points in their lives, according to Penn State researchers.

Panelists discuss Penn State's strategic plan at the town hall.

Jan. 23 Town Hall on strategic plan now available online

1/28/19

The Jan. 23 Penn State Town Hall — which featured a discussion with University leaders focusing on Penn State's 2016-2020 Strategic Plan, “Our Commitment to Impact" — is now archived and available for viewing online at LiveEvents.psu.edu.

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Student aims to find barriers to healthy eating among college students

1/25/19

As someone who’s always had a passion for nutrition, Madison Galascio noticed a discrepancy when she came to college: college students seemed to have the proper knowledge and education about healthy foods, but weren’t actually eating healthy. Thanks to countless research opportunities and support available at Penn State, Galascio got the chance to turn her question into a research project.

Executive Vice President and Provost Nick Jones speaks at the Strategic Plan Town Hall on Jan. 23, 2019.

Town Hall offers look at success, future of University’s strategic plan

1/23/19

Why is it important for a university to have a strategic plan? What does it mean for the University community? What have been the outcomes of Penn State’s current approach to strategic planning? These questions and more were the subject of conversation at a town hall discussion with Penn State leaders held Jan. 23. The event took place in the University Libraries’ Foster Auditorium and also was streamed online. The session will be archived in the next few days and available to watch at LiveEvents.psu.edu.

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Having stressed-out ancestors improves lizards' immune response to stress

1/21/19

Having ancestors who were frequently exposed to stressors can improve one's own immune response to stress, according to Penn State researchers who studied fence lizards and their stress response. The results suggest that family history should be considered to predict or understand the health implications of stress.

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Experiential internship takes student to the mountains

1/21/19

As an undergraduate in the Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Management, Caleb Meyer spent four months at Grand Teton National Park, gaining experience and a further appreciation of public land and the work that goes into maintaining it.

A man in his 20s in a blue blazer, blue and white checked shirt, stands in front of Old Main bell tower at Penn State University Campus.

Translational science training programs credited with student success

1/16/19

Scott Graupensperger is making the most of his Penn State education – delving into a number of training programs and experiences to prepare him for a research career. The dual-title kinesiology and clinical and translational sciences doctoral student has been a regular presence at Penn State Clinical and Translational Science Institute, which he credits with preparing him for his current successes and his future endeavors.

Penn State students and staff at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara, California

Penn State makes the College Football Playoffs -- off the field

1/15/19

Penn State made it to the 2019 College Football Championship — they just weren’t on the field. In partnership with the NFL Environmental Program, students from the Recreation, Park and Tourism Management program and the Smeal College of Business attended the championship on Jan. 8 in Santa Clara, California, to volunteer and to explore the many ways modern sports stadiums and events are developing more sustainable fan experiences and behind-the-scenes operations.

Arthur Minahan

Desire to help people leads undergraduate student to aid in research project

1/15/19

When senior kinesiology major Arthur Minahan found out about the opportunity to participate in an innovative research project investigating potential additional benefits of a popular pain management gel, he jumped at the chance to participate. Supported by an endowment, Minahan gained real-world research experience that will help him excel both in his classes and his career.

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