Penn State Berks lecture examines 'The Science of TV'
10/31/18
The CSI franchises "Bones," "The Blacklist," "Rizzoli & Isles," "Rosewood" and "Lucifer" have a combined worldwide audience of more than 300 million viewers.
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Concert choir to perform new piece commemorating end of World War I
10/31/18
One-hundred years after the end of World War I, a new composition commemorating that day in history will be performed by the Penn State Concert Choir on November 11 at 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Penn State Harrisburg to welcome female a cappella quintet Nobuntu
10/31/18
Penn State Harrisburg will welcome Nobuntu, a female a cappella quintet from Zimbabwe, at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15, in the Student Enrichment Center Kulkarni Theatre on campus.
Giving back to arts community through PACalendar app
10/31/18
Penn State seniors and arts advocates Marissa Works and Anthony Stem are "giving back" to the arts community through creation of a events calendar app.
Libraries' Short Edition partnership with Schlow grows to welcome local writers
10/31/18
Eight months after launching its Libraries Short Stories website for all aspiring authors University-wide to submit and share their creative works, Penn State University Libraries is growing its public library partnership with Schlow Centre Region Library, enabling Centre County residents to join the online writing community.
Global Oscars series presents 'The Insult' on Nov.13
10/31/18
As part of the "Global Oscars Comes to Berks," Penn State Berks will present their third film, “The Insult,” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, November 13, in room 5 of the Luerssen Building. The presentation is free and open to the public.
YPC Erie holiday concert to highlight themes of wonder and discovery
10/30/18
“Star of Wonder,” this year's holiday concert from the Young People's Chorus of Erie, will be held at 7 p.m. Dec. 7 at Our Lady of Peace Church in Erie. Musical selections will focus on stars and celestial bodies, as well as the theme of “wonder.” Several holiday favorites also will be performed.
Soweto Gospel Choir to perform ‘Songs of the Free’ Nov. 27
10/30/18
The Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State will present Soweto Gospel Choir in concert at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 27, in Eisenhower Auditorium, as part of the South African ensemble’s “Songs of the Free” tour honoring the late Nelson Mandela’s 100th birthday.
'9 to 5: The Musical' to hit the stage at Penn State New Kensington
10/29/18
While Dolly Parton originally sang “9 to 5” in the 1980 hit movie by the same name, a new cast, comprised of Penn State New Kensington students and local community members, will bring the hit to Penn State New Kensington’s Forum Theatre for a three-day run Nov. 2-4.
In the Abington Gallery: 'The Enchanted Hunter'
10/29/18
The Penn State Abington Art Gallery will feature Philadelphia-based artist Scott Kip and his interactive installation, "The Enchanted Hunter," through Nov. 16.
Friends of the Palmer host vibrant, annual Holiday Art and Ornament Sale
10/29/18
Shop for a cause this holiday season at the Friends of the Palmer Holiday Art and Ornament Sale. This year’s event runs through the weekend 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8 and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9 and features one-of-a-kind ornaments, jewelry and artwork by invited artists, both regional and national. A members-only preview and reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7 exclusively for members of the Friends.
Joyce Robinson named assistant director of the Palmer Museum of Art
10/26/18
Joyce Robinson has been named assistant director of the Palmer Museum of Art at Penn State, a newly created position for the museum. Robinson will serve as a collaborative leader and passionate advocate for the museum at a time of expansion and institutional growth.
Penn State Centre Stage's 'Clybourne Park' takes a jab at race relations
10/26/18
Penn State Centre Stage presents "Clybourne Park," by Bruce Norris, Nov. 6–15 at the Penn State Playhouse Theatre.
A spin-off of Lorraine Hansberry's "A Raisin in the Sun," this razor-sharp satire takes a jab at race relations, gender roles, and inclusion in a fictional Chicago neighborhood.
Comparative Literature Luncheon presents Eralda Lameborshi
10/25/18
Eralda Lameborshi, lecturer in the Department of English and Creative Writing at Stephen F. Austin State University, will present “The Islamic Empire in the Literature of Southeastern Europe," at 12:15 pm Oct. 29, in Room 102 of the Kern Building.
Student Engagement Expo showcases students' extracurricular journeys
10/25/18
Student engagement is the key to opening new doors for students to get involved with the community on what drives and motivates them. The Student Engagement Expo, hosted by the Student Engagement Network on Oct. 17, showcased nine undergraduate students who found opportunities they were passionate about.