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President's Concert

Registration still open for President's Concert

2/19/19

On Wednesday, March 20, join other alumni for an evening of performances by Penn State's School of Music Philharmonic Orchestra and the Centre Dimensions Jazz Ensemble at the 13th annual President's Concert and Reception, presented by Penn State President Eric Barron and the Penn State Alumni Association.

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Musser Gap community conversation postponed, rescheduled for Feb. 7

1/30/19

The first community conversation focused on the Musser Gap to Valleylands (MG2V) project scheduled for 6 p.m. on Jan. 31 has been postponed due to forecasted inclement weather. The event has been rescheduled for 6 p.m. on Feb. 7 at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County at 780 Waupelani Dr. in State College.

Greek Life Reform President's Blog

President shares progress update, reaffirms commitment to Greek-life reform

1/16/19

In his latest blog post, Penn State President Eric J. Barron provides a progress update on actions that have been taken to reform Greek life at the University since 2017. While noting that early signs show the changes appear to be working, Barron cautioned that significant challenges related to Greek life remain, and that continued collaboration and cooperation are necessary for ultimate success.

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Dr. Barron emphasizes University's student entrepreneurship focus

1/4/19

Penn State President Eric J. Barron wrote an op-ed article last week for The Conversation about the emerging trend of student entrepreneurs leveraging resources on college campuses across the country and the importance of universities building support for these initiatives.

Penn State's Old Main building at sunset.

President shares message on the free expression of religious beliefs

12/2/18

Penn State President Eric J. Barron has shared a message with the University community following the vandalism and subsequent theft of a Menorah from Zeta Beta Tau fraternity at University Park. The incidents, both of which occurred within the last week, are being investigated by State College Borough police. Penn State will conduct its own review.

“It is difficult for me to fathom why anyone would engage in such acts, and I know I’m not alone,” Barron wrote. “I have seen our Penn State community unite to support and encourage one another. There is tremendous good in the hearts of those who live, learn and work on our campuses. We cannot allow the misguided and hateful acts of a few to stand unchallenged. If you see something, say something.”

Barron chats with veteran

Barron blog discusses Penn State’s year-round commitment to those who serve

11/11/18

On Veterans Day, Penn State President Eric Barron thanks past and current military members and discusses the University’s longstanding commitment to service members and their families. Along with year-round educational resources and support, Penn State hosts a Military Appreciation Week each fall, featuring the largest military appreciation events in the Big Ten. The seventh annual Military Appreciation Week culminates today (Nov. 12) with a Veterans Day Ceremony on Old Main lawn from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. honoring the service and sacrifice of all who serve in the U.S. Armed Forces.

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