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Fall 2018 International Write-In event set for Dec. 2

11/12/18

Penn State University Libraries will hold an International Write-In event on Dec. 2 in Mann Assembly Room, 103 Paterno Library, on the University Park campus. The event encourages students, faculty and staff to use dedicated time to work on and complete writing assignments and projects throughout the evening, with support staff on hand, as well as snacks, coffee and pizza for participants.

An inaugural University-wide undergraduate research symposium will showcase work being conducted by women, minorities and first-year students in STEM fields.

Inaugural research symposium offers chance for undergraduates to showcase skills

11/8/18

An inaugural University-wide undergraduate research symposium will showcase work being conducted by women, minorities and first-year students in STEM fields. The event features research from more than 30 participants through Penn State’s WISER/MURE/FURP program. The symposium will be held from 5:15 to 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 14 in the atrium of the Steidle Building on the University Park campus.

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Ting, Newman named to Undergraduate Education directorships

11/5/18

Two people were recently appointed to director positions within the Office of Undergraduate Education at Penn State, with Caitlin Ting taking the post at the University Fellowships Office, and Kerry Newman in the Office of Communications.

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PGA pro's hole-in-one pays off in big way for Penn State student

10/30/18

Pro golfer Jason Day's hole-in-one proved to be the shot of the day during the second round of the 2017 BMW Championship, but it turned out to be the shot of a lifetime for one deserving Penn State student, who earned a four-year, full tuition and housing scholarship thanks to Day's ace.

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Information session on Boren Awards scheduled for Nov. 5

10/29/18

The Boren Awards offer scholarships for undergraduates and fellowships for graduate students to study languages identified by the federal government as critical. On Nov. 5, students, faculty and staff are invited to attend an information session led by Kyle Cox of the Institute of International Education from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in 232 Katz Building. Students also can attend remotely through Zoom.

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Q&A with Kelly Wolgast: From Army nurse to assistant dean at Penn State

10/29/18

As Penn State celebrates Military Appreciation Week by honoring 100 years of women officially serving in the U.S. armed forces, Kelly Wolgast, assistant dean for online education and outreach in the College of Nursing and a Penn State alumna, shares her experiences as an Army nurse and her path back to the University after retiring from the military.

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ROTC pitches in for military appreciation

10/26/18

From Nittanyville and on the field at Beaver Stadium this weekend to Ruck for a Cure in November, the three branches of the Reserve Officer Training Corps are working to make Military Appreciation Week a special time for veterans and active-duty military.

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Engineering Education Innovation Academy workshop to be held Nov. 2

10/25/18

Innovative Teaching at Penn State (ITAP) Brown Bag Lunch series will present the following free workshop: Engineering Education Innovation Academy, on Nov. 2, in Mann Assembly Room, Paterno Library, University Park. This event will also be available via Zoom.

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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.

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