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The year in review, in news and images: A look back at 2018 at Penn State

12/12/18

As 2018 draws to a close, we review a small, representative selection of achievements and visual reflections on the year at Penn State, from among the many University-wide accomplishments in academics, research, athletics, student life and entrepreneurship. View a photo gallery and collection of news highlights at https://news.psu.edu/gallery/551371/2018/12/11/2018-year-pictures

Ryan Morris named 2020 Schwarzman Scholarship

Penn State Berks student named 2020 Schwarzman Scholar

12/12/18

Ryan Morris, a first-generation college student who was a race car driver before attending Penn State Berks, has won a Schwarzman Scholarship, which will enable him to pursue a master’s degree in global affairs from the Schwarzman College at Tsinghua University in Beijing.

Crashes increase when speed limits dip far below engineering recommendation

12/12/18

Speed limits set only five miles per hour below engineering recommendations produce a statistically significant decrease in total, fatal and injury crashes, and property-damage-only crashes, according to a group of Penn State researchers.

A sign that says, "All About Children Pediatric Partners, LLC" in front of a brick building.

Penn State Health and All About Children announce agreement

12/11/18

Penn State Health and All About Children Pediatric Partners, P.C. announced Dec. 11 that they have reached an agreement for the Berks County practice to join Penn State Health Medical Group.

President Eric Barron announces University's vision for Musser Gap property

12/11/18

University President Eric Barron discusses his vision for the Musser Gap property — to help protect the water supply, plant and animal species, and retain the land as a place where people can continue to enjoy nature, learn about the environment and be inspired.

Panorama of Musser Gap with corn and soybean farms

Penn State partners with ClearWater Conservancy to conserve Musser Gap property

12/11/18

Penn State President Eric Barron announced today (Dec. 11) the University is investigating ways to conserve land it owns roughly between Whitehall Road and Rothrock State Forest at Musser Gap, in Ferguson Township just outside of the University Park campus.

Increasing riparian buffers to improve state's water quality

12/11/18

To identify sound scientific methods to clean up the Chesapeake Bay, Penn State researchers led a Pennsylvania watershed workshop that explored ways to increase the number of riparian buffers in Pennsylvania. Riparian buffers have been used to improve water quality in both local streams and in larger watersheds.

Livestock producers, consumers may be affected by cell-cultured meat regulations

12/11/18

According to a team of Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences livestock experts and food scientists focused on cellular agriculture, the progress of this technology requires thorough evaluation and discussion to address the multitude of questions surrounding it.

Get a jump on meeting the new state food safety certification requirement

12/11/18

To help the state's businesses comply with the certified food protection manager regulation, Penn State Extension is offering the ServSafe Food Safety Manager Course at 38 locations during the first half of 2019.

Penn State Lehigh Valley announces 2019 Teen Entrepreneur Challenge

12/11/18

Offered by Penn State Lehigh Valley, Lehigh Valley LaunchBox, and Perkiomen School, the Teen Entrepreneur Challenge is 10-day summer camp for rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors interested in developing the foundation for a successful business or product idea. The 2019 program will run from July 8 to 17.

Sign Language courses teach individuals to ‘listen with their eyes’

12/10/18

This spring, in addition to the 10-week introductory class, Penn State DuBois will also offer a six-week intermediate class for those who would like to increase their sign language skills or have specific needs for their job. Marla Jo Ball is the instructor for both classes being held in DuBois. They are both Act 48 approved for continuing education credits.

Penn State remains a top university in the nation for international experiences

12/10/18

The Institute of International Education’s “Open Doors” report shows Penn State holding strong in study abroad and hosting international students and scholars. The University continues to be among the top 15 in the U.S. in hosting international students, and among the top 20 in sending students abroad.

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The year in review, in news and images: A look back at 2018 at Penn State

Penn State Berks student named 2020 Schwarzman Scholar

Crashes increase when speed limits dip far below engineering recommendation

Penn State Health and All About Children announce agreement

President Eric Barron announces University's vision for Musser Gap property

Penn State partners with ClearWater Conservancy to conserve Musser Gap property

Increasing riparian buffers to improve state's water quality

Livestock producers, consumers may be affected by cell-cultured meat regulations

Get a jump on meeting the new state food safety certification requirement

Penn State Lehigh Valley announces 2019 Teen Entrepreneur Challenge

Sign Language courses teach individuals to ‘listen with their eyes’

Penn State remains a top university in the nation for international experiences

Coach Franklin: Penn State and the United Way are a winning team

Schreyer Scholars looking to provide care for underserved communities

Brandywine international students share their stories with local preschoolers

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