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University Health Services warns travelers of mosquito-borne illnesses

2/25/16

As students, faculty and staff prepare to leave for spring break, University Health Services warns of the ongoing transmission of Zika, chikungunya and dengue viruses currently circulating in Mexico, Puerto Rico, Central America, South America, the Caribbean and a few Pacific islands. While the greatest health concerns from the Zika virus at this time are related to pregnancy, chikungunya and dengue can cause significant illness in many who contract the virus.

Travelers urged to take precautions against mosquito-borne illnesses

2/8/16

Penn State Global Programs is issuing advice to travelers about the risks of mosquito-borne illnesses, like Zika, based on the latest information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Penn Staters are currently traveling to affected areas and are likely to continue to do so. Officials, however, say Zika is not the only concern, as travelers should take simple precautions to prevent all mosquito-borne illnesses — such as Zika, dengue or chikungunya viruses.

A student at Machu Picchu

Global Expo to highlight travel opportunities for Lehigh Valley students

10/14/14

Penn State Lehigh Valley faculty, with the support of the Student Activity Fee, will host the second annual Global and Cultural Engagement Expo for students from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, in Room 135. The event’s purpose is to showcase the many international courses and programs that are offered throughout the year at the campus. The event is free and open to students, faculty and staff.

Lehigh Valley student Mandy Marquardt stands at Machu Picchu.

Lehigh Valley campus expands spring break travel options for students

3/11/14

Penn State Lehigh Valley has expanded the number of spring break travel opportunities offered this year. During spring break (March 9-15), Lehigh Valley campus faculty and staff are leading more than 75 students on trips to Great Britain, Ireland, Mexico, and Peru, as well as Massachusetts and West Virginia.

Penn State Brandywine hosts study abroad in China, Italy in 2014

12/13/13

Penn State Brandywine Global Programs invites students to embark on the journey of a lifetime by studying in one of two destinations over spring break 2014: China or Italy. During these weeklong excursions, students will earn credits as award-winning faculty guide them through several courses and cities. Both programs take place March 7 through 15.

DBAF for airfare no longer available after July 1

5/3/12

Several months ago, Huron Consulting reviewed the Direct Bill Authorization Form (DBAF) of travel services at Penn State. It recommended that the University eliminate the DBAF process for the purchase of airline tickets. This recommendation was made for two primary reasons.

Spring break travelers reminded to take precautions for safety

2/29/12

A spring break travel alert for Mexico has been issued by the U.S. Department of State for U.S. citizens traveling to that country. Individuals who may be traveling during spring break to any locale are urged to use common sense precautions. University Police offers some general tips and links for more information about traveling abroad.

Students encouraged to be on the lookout for bedbugs over break

2/23/12

Bedbugs are becoming a growing issue in the United States, and they are affecting many colleges and universities across the country.

Several schools have reported some level of infestation. Penn State is taking a proactive approach to prevent bedbugs from showing up in residence halls. Students need to be on the lookout for signs of the undercover critters in their rooms, and help campus sleep tight every night.

Probing Question: Do we misunderstand French culture?

6/16/11

While misunderstandings may exist regarding cultural norms about
formality and personal space, Americans and French share a deep
commitment to democratic values and individual liberties, said Willa
Z. Silverman, professor of French and Jewish studies. "To begin with," said Silverman, "both the United States and France are diverse and pluralistic societies, so the notion of 'national character' is something of a mythical construction. This being said, I will offer that the French, whose society had rigid hierarchies for many centuries, place a greater, if subtle, emphasis on boundaries and distance -- between public and private space; between and among social and generational groups; and between strangers and intimates."

Probing Question: Do we misunderstand French culture?

6/10/11

While misunderstandings may exist regarding cultural norms about
formality and personal space, Americans and French share a deep
commitment to democratic values and individual liberties, says Willa
Z. Silverman, professor of French and Jewish Studies.

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First class completes Travel Professional Certificate Program

3/3/11

Penn State Travel Services worked with the University's Human Resource Development Center recently to offer the Travel Professional Certificate Program. Those who completed the six-month program were given a travel certificate on Feb. 3 in the Founder's Lounge at the Bryce Jordan Center on Penn State's University Park campus.

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Winter weather advisory: check forecast before hitting the road

12/13/10

The weather may be clear on the University Park campus, but other parts of Pennsylvania and surrounding states -- particularly to the west and north -- are seeing heavy snowfalls, high winds and low visibility, making for hazardous driving conditions. Several areas are under winter weather advisories. Before leaving University Park for winter break, students and others are urged to consult the National Weather Service and PennDOT websites at http://www.erh.noaa.gov/ctp/ and http://www.511pa.com/ for the latest forecasts and travel advisories.

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