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James B. Thomas, dean of the School of Information Sciences and Technology, has much about which to smile. The school, in only its second year of existence, already has an impressive list of accomplishments.
Photo: Greg Grieco

The Eberly School of Science will hold its annual open house house for prospective students and their parent on Saturday, March 31. Here, Richard Cyr, professor of biology talks to a group of prospective students who toured the college last year.

Guitar legend Eric "Slowhand" Clapton will perform at 7:30 p.m. May 30 at The Bryce Jordan Center on the University Park campus. Call (800) 863-3336 or (814) 865-5555 for ticket information.

The exhibition "An Artistic Friendship: Beauford Delaney and Lawrence Calcagno" showcases the artwork of two men who committed themselves wholeheartedly to lyrical abstraction and shared an interest in the philosophical underpinnings of their work. This watercolor is part of the exhibit which runs through May 13 in the Palmer Museum of Art on the University Park campus.

The new Pasquerilla Spiritual Center, as seen in this artist's rendering, features a tower and windows designed for dramatic lighting. The Board of Trustees approved final plans for the project. Construction is expected to begin in the spring.

"I've had the pleasure of working for the University for four years in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. With the support of many people within our department, we've been able to improve our operations at the Penn State Golf Courses. This has motivated me to take advantage of payroll deduction and give back monthly to the department. The opportunities provided to our student athletes are endless and the best within the nation. I look forward to the opportunity of giving even more as I continue my work at the golf courses."

Doug Wert, general manager/director of golf operations at the Penn State golf courses

Hemant Bhargava, professor of management information systems, does some comparison shopping on the Internet as part of his research.

Photo: Greg Grieco

Signs of spring

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A flock of cedar waxwings made an appearance last week outside of Old Main on the University Park campus. These migratory birds, whose diet is largely composed of berries, found the bushes gracing the front of the building to be more than just colorful landscape.
Photo: Chris Koleno

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