Fall 2018/Spring 2019 student parking registration details announced
7/18/18
Student parking registration for fall 2018 and spring 2019 will be available exclusively online.
Campus Life
Campus Life
The Medical Minute: Staying safe while camping and hiking
7/18/18
A little preparation and an understanding of safety can go a long way to avoid potential pitfalls that come with enjoying camping and hiking.
Penn State Residential Dining grows partnership with Student Farm
7/18/18
From the first days of breaking ground on the Student Farm at Penn State, Housing and Food Services (HFS) has been an active partner by supporting the farm financially and by purchasing and using farm produce in weekly menus. Now, with the Student Farm is in its third year of operation, HFS has strengthened that partnership through a $50,000 contribution from Auxiliary and Business Services.
Campus Recreation rates for employee membership remain low
7/18/18
Following last summer's changes, Penn State again will be offering a discounted Campus Recreation membership program for faculty, staff and retirees during the 2018-19 year. During the past year, Campus Recreation introduced additional services, initiatives and a more diverse selection of fitness equipment to enhance the member experience and accommodate a wider variety of patrons.
Pasto Museum seeks donors, bidders, buyers for Ag Progress Days silent auction
7/17/18
The silent auction held by the Pasto Agricultural Museum during Ag Progress Days has been an annual event for many years, but this year the proceeds from the fundraiser will be put to a novel use.
Technology on the farm
7/17/18
During his time in the College of Information Sciences and Technology, Simon Huntley, a 2004 graduate, found a way to blend his passion for technology with his interest in agriculture. He developed an online farmers market for a class project, which served as the framework for his current business Harvie, a web-based platform that brings nearly 1,000 farmers and consumers together through customizable share programs.
Faculty wins NSF CAREER Award to model structure of extreme weather events
7/16/18
Receiving a National Science Foundation CAREER award is helping one Penn State professor create statistical models for extreme events such as large forest fires, floods and heavy rainstorms to help make better decisions on infrastructure, preparation and mitigation.
Mimi Barash Coppersmith talks about advice and lessons she's received
7/16/18
During her conversation with Marie Hardin, dean of the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications, Mimi Barash Coppersmith talks about the advice and lessons she has received over the years.
Lunch with Mimi
7/16/18
Marie Hardin, dean of the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications, chats with Mimi Barash Coppersmith about her new memoir, "Eat First, Cry Later." Barash Coppersmith founded Town & Gown magazine, was the first woman elected chair of the Penn State Board of Trustees, was honored by the University as the Renaissance Person of the Year, and was named a Distinguished Alumna of Penn State.
Impacts to Curtin Road near Pattee Library beginning Friday, July 20
7/16/18
Reconstruction of the raised pedestrian crosswalk on Curtin Road near Pattee Library will take place beginning Friday, July 20 through Monday, July 23.
Penn State’s financial literacy program ranked 15th in U.S. for resources
7/16/18
Penn State’s Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center in January was ranked 15th in the U.S. by LendEDU against similar university financial literacy programs.
University seed grant helping Beaver campus to 'grow'
7/13/18
Penn State Beaver recently received part of a University seed grant that develops learning opportunities around sustainable food and agriculture. Among the initiatives are a campus garden, community-supported agriculture and — coming soon — a high tunnel.
HUB employment expands the minds, resumes and wallets of students
7/12/18
Penn State students Samantha Donnelly and Anibal Rodriguez have found employment in the HUB-Robeson Center to be the answer to their need for income, as well as their source for growth as people and future employees.
2018 Black Alumni Reunion will #RaiseTheBAR: Q&A with Tracey Baker
7/12/18
The Black Alumni Reunion is scheduled for Sept. 21–23 at University Park. BAR is a biennial event that brings African-American alumni together for a weekend of fun and networking. This event is an opportunity to visit Penn State and reconnect with friends and meet current students.
Elm tree spraying to take place July 16 and 17 on University Park campus
7/12/18
Penn State will conduct University Park campus elm tree spraying from the ground at 9 p.m. on Monday, July 16; and by helicopter from 5:30 p.m. to 7 a.m. on Tuesday, July 17, both dates weather permitting.