ABINGTON, Pa. — Penn State Abington evolved over the last 100 years from an elite finishing school for girls — such as the legendary Amelia Earhart — into one of the most diverse baccalaureate colleges in Pennsylvania.
Continuing interest in the stories behind Abington College led faculty member Frank D. Quattrone to develop an illustrated history, "Penn State Abington and the Ogontz School" (Arcadia Publishing), celebrating 100 years of education at the current location.
The Abington Cultural and Community Events series invited Quattrone to share the fascinating stories he uncovered while researching the book. He will speak at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, in the Lares Building on campus, and the book will be available for purchase. The free event is co-sponsored by the Old York Road Historical Society.