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Dr. Robert Crane, Interim Vice Provost for Global Programs, converses with students

Penn State welcomes new international students with special orientation event

9/9/19

In mid-August, Penn State welcomed more than 1,200 new international students to the University. They join nearly 10,000 international students already studying at Penn State campuses around the commonwealth. One of the top destination schools for international students, the University has placed in the top 10 every year for the past decade, according to the Institute of International Education’s "Open Doors" report.

International students at a church

Religious communities may help provide social support to international students

8/29/19

Religious communities may provide an important social support community for international college students in the United States, according to researchers at Penn State. Specifically, the team found that religious communities also may help to provide culturally sensitive counseling to international students. The team focused its investigation on Chinese international students.

Penn State announces 2019-20 student health insurance rates

4/12/19

Penn State has released undergraduate and graduate student insurance rates for the 2019-20 coverage period for the Penn State Student Health Insurance Plan, underwritten by United Healthcare Student Resources. The new rates represent a 9 percent decrease from last year.

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Campus to celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Pig, Feb. 5

1/31/19

Lunar New Year, sometimes referred to as Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival, will be celebrated at Penn State York to usher in the Year of the Pig on Tuesday, Feb. 5. The festivities, from 12:15 until 1:30 p.m. in the Conference Center of the Main Classroom Building, are free and open to the campus community.

Global Connections’ interpreters lend a voice to those needing help

6/28/18

When it comes to serving Centre County’s international population, Global Connections wants to make sure nothing gets lost in the translation. An affiliate of Penn State and the United Way of Centre County, Global Connections has built a list of 36 interpreters who can aid local authorities in serving the community.

Workshop offers resources and inclusive strategies for international students

4/4/18

A workshop titled “Building Intercultural Community in the Classroom and Beyond” will be offered from 1 to 4 p.m. on Monday, April 23, in Krause Learning Space, 221 Chambers Building on the University Park campus. Participants can share ideas, learn new strategies, and become familiar with a range of support resources on campus available for international students.

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Campus to celebrate Chinese New Year, the year of the dog, Feb. 20

2/14/18

It’s the year of the dog and Penn State York is celebrating Chinese New Year on Tuesday, Feb. 20 from 12-1 p.m., with a variety of activities, food, and more. The festivities, in the Conference Center of the Main Classroom Building, are free and open to the public. The event is sponsored by the Penn State York Diversity Committee and the Multicultural Club.

Penn State remains a top school for global engagement

11/16/17

The Institute of International Education (IIE) released its annual Open Doors report this week. Penn State continues to be among the top institutions in sending students abroad and hosting international students.

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Convocation set for Aug. 18 at Penn State York

8/17/17

New students will receive their official welcome to campus during Penn State York’s Convocation set for Friday, Aug. 18 at 1 p.m. in the Pullo Family Performing Arts Center (The Pullo Center). The program includes welcoming remarks from David W. Chown, chancellor at Penn State York; Robert Farrell, director of academic affairs; Fulgentius Lugemwa, chairperson the Penn State York Campus Senate; and Colin Miller, Student Government Association president.

Wenrui Cai pictured outside, in front of a tree.

Penn State Behrend student's interest in diversity flourishes on campus

7/24/17

Because of her heritage and previous life experiences, Wenrui Cai, who is of Chinese descent but was raised in Milan, Italy, has always been interested in interacting with diverse populations. That’s exactly what she has done at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, where she recently completed her sophomore year.

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