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Let's hear a 'We Are!' for these Penn Staters — July 30

July 30, 2026

Three people standing in front of a laptop demonstrate their app to several other people in a college classroom.

Penn State undergrads named hackathon finalists for sustainable fashion app

July 30, 2026

The Penn State Survey Club pose for a photo with their award.

Survey Club wins top prize at national civil engineering student championships

July 30, 2026

College of IST names student marshal for summer 2026 commencement

July 29, 2026

Students testing their prototype in a wind tunnel

Penn State places first overall in Eastern Region Collegiate Wind Competition

July 29, 2026

The Smith Chapel and carillon bell tower at Penn State Behrend

Behrend’s Smith Chapel marks 25th year of solace and service

July 29, 2026

Falyn Verner and her father kneel together outdoors, planting a young tree in the soil.

Penn State Altoona student leads American chestnut restoration senior seminar project

July 28, 2026

Lori Francis presents Melody Goodman with a gift while standing next to Sanjana Murthy.

Community-engaged research group hosts summer institute for faculty, students

July 27, 2026

Penn State summer 2026 commencement parking information

July 27, 2026

School of Music to present free 'Music in the Gardens' concert Sept. 10

July 24, 2026

Two Penn State Smeal graduates posing in their regalia with a third person

FIRST@Smeal marks milestone with inaugural graduating class

July 24, 2026

A student walks around a small forest patch in front of a high school

Project provides perennial forest patches

July 23, 2026

FIRA display at APD

Ag Progress Days to debut FIRA Robotics Village, showcasing robotics, automation

July 23, 2026

Cyclosporiasis parasite in Petri dish on top of leafy greens and berries.

What causes food poisoning? Symptoms, treatment and prevention tips

July 23, 2026

Advanced email security platform coming to Penn State email accounts on July 27

July 22, 2026

Penn State Altoona athletic field with a blue track, green turf, and wooded hillside in the background.

Penn State Altoona to replace artificial turf at Spring Run Stadium

July 21, 2026

Mist Tunnel Arts Festival

Photo contest: Share your best picture of summer at Penn State

July 20, 2026

Ag Progress Days town hall

Government events at Penn State’s Ag Progress Days to focus on ag innovation

July 20, 2026

Military Mondays

Penn State honors military service during 15th Military Appreciation Week

July 20, 2026

An American flag spread out across a crowded indoor gymnasium

Happy Valley, Penn State to host 2026 State Games of America

July 20, 2026

Volunteer Awards award

Registration open for the 2026 Penn State Alumni Volunteer Awards livestream

July 20, 2026

Ag Progress Days attraction

Crops, Soils and Conservation Area at Ag Progress Days offers variety of exhibits

July 20, 2026

By the numbers: Smeal’s Business Opportunities Summer Session

July 17, 2026

Board of Trustees approves housing and dining rates for 2027-28 academic year

July 16, 2026

Staff organize flats of plants in a greenhouse as guests look on

Student Farm and Food Systems to host annual Summer Plant Sale, July 23-24

July 16, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — July 16

July 16, 2026

Wildfire smoke: Campus communities should monitor conditions, follow guidelines

July 16, 2026

People getting on the tour bus at Ag Progress Days.

Explore ponds, forests, pastures and more during Ag Progress Days tours

July 15, 2026

Frank and Janet Glasgow Dudek have expanded their support for students and research in Penn State’s colleges of Agricultural Sciences and Earth and Mineral Sciences.

Penn State Berkey Creamery to go cashless Aug. 1

July 15, 2026

The bell near Old Main.

Engineering alumni society recognizes excellence at 2026 awards ceremony

July 14, 2026

Hay mowing demonstration at Ag Progress Days.

Robotics and field demos to highlight commercial exhibits at Ag Progress Days

July 13, 2026

'Downsize Your Data' campaign to phase adjustment of Microsoft 365 storage limits

July 13, 2026

group of students posing with their achievement certificates after the annual Recognition Dinner

Scranton student leaders, organizations honored at annual recognition dinner

July 10, 2026

A visitor talking to a representative from Penn State's Center for Pollinator Research

Ag Progress Days showcases college research, AI tool and animal health updates

July 10, 2026

Master Gardener at Ag Progress Days

Penn State Master Gardeners to share gardening expertise at Ag Progress Days

July 10, 2026

Group of female students sitting in the Perkins Plaza

Penn State Berks invites prospective students to Spend a Summer Day program

July 09, 2026

A food demonstration occurring at the Ag Progress Day's Family Room

Family Room activities at Ag Progress Days to focus on health and wellness

July 08, 2026

A group of students pose with a trophy.

Penn State National Residence Hall Honorary chapter earns national recognition

July 08, 2026

A person looking through a telescope with two people standing next to her.

AstroFest 2026 offers four nights of stargazing, astronomy activities July 8-11

July 07, 2026

Five people walk along a campus sidewalk outside an academic building. One person holding papers faces the group as they approach, with trees, grass, and outdoor seating visible nearby.

Greater Allegheny welcomes inaugural radiological sciences cohort

July 07, 2026

Three colorful banners sway high in the breeze above the street

2026 Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts to be held July 8-12

July 06, 2026

A sculptural rabbit with a white collar over its eyes by artist Darla Jackson

HUB-Robeson Galleries to present Darla Jackson's 'In Dreams'

July 06, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — July 6

July 06, 2026

a collage of multiple photos, including participants watching panels and speaking with one another at a banquet.

Penn State hosts manufacturing research conference with record attendance

July 06, 2026

APD Family Activities

Family-friendly fun planned for Penn State’s Ag Progress Days

July 03, 2026

A group picture of students and advisors posing for a picture

York's Future Business Leaders of America national champs, finalists for 2026

July 02, 2026

Wooden signpost with three directional signs labeled CAREER against a blue sky with clouds

Penn State Altoona invites employers to register for fall career fairs

July 02, 2026

Rates announced for 2026-27 Student Health Insurance Plan

July 01, 2026

Berkey Creamery flavor contest to celebrate one millionth degree at Penn State

July 01, 2026

APD Equine Events

From gentle giants to miniature horses: Ag Progress Days equine events planned

July 01, 2026

Fireworks are shown exploding in the sky.

The Medical Minute: Let the experts handle the Independence Day fireworks

July 01, 2026

Dan Murphy named senior director of administration, chief of staff for Student Affairs

June 30, 2026

A screenshot of a video featuring the Penn State alma mater playing on the Old Main bell tower chimes

Sights and Sounds: Old Main bell tower rings the Alma Mater

June 29, 2026

Center for Arts and Crafts opens registration for summer classes, workshops

June 29, 2026

A person in the shadow raises their hands in the shape of a diamond in the foreground of a lit "THON" sign

THON Weekend 2027 to be held Feb. 19-21

June 29, 2026

Independence Day holiday parking and service changes, 4th Fest impacts announced

June 29, 2026

A flock of white chickens free grazes on a farm

How Penn State Beaver is helping farmers respond sooner to animal health challenges

June 29, 2026

Commonwealth Campus id+ offices update replacement ID and photo submissions

June 29, 2026

Parking Office entrance, University Park, Penn State

2026-27 RIDEpass program updates expand grad student access, simplify enrollment

June 26, 2026

Ron Darbeau sitting at a table with a tablet device in front of him and the words Penn State Volunteers on the wall behind him.

WATCH: Penn State Altoona, a commitment to central Pennsylvania

June 25, 2026

Male adult student smiles with greenery in background.

'(N)SO excited to meet you': Meet 2026 orientation leader Al Alvarez

June 24, 2026

Megan McKnight named director of Health Promotion and Wellness at Penn State

June 24, 2026

Don Toliver brings 'NITROUS – OCTANE WORLD TOUR' to the BJC on Sept. 2

June 23, 2026

Inaugural Gail E. Latimer, RN Nursing Leadership Lecture examines AI in nursing

June 23, 2026

Students sitting outside with a "Spend a Summer Day" sign behind them

Penn State Berks invites prospective students to summer admissions events

June 23, 2026

A band plays music to a crowd sitting in the grass

Student Farm and Food Systems to host eighth annual Summer Solstice Celebration

June 23, 2026

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The Nittany Lion mascot

Let's hear a 'We Are!' for these Penn Staters — July 30

July 30, 2026

Three people standing in front of a laptop demonstrate their app to several other people in a college classroom.

Penn State undergrads named hackathon finalists for sustainable fashion app

July 30, 2026

The Penn State Survey Club pose for a photo with their award.

Survey Club wins top prize at national civil engineering student championships

July 30, 2026

College of IST names student marshal for summer 2026 commencement

July 29, 2026

Students testing their prototype in a wind tunnel

Penn State places first overall in Eastern Region Collegiate Wind Competition

July 29, 2026

The Smith Chapel and carillon bell tower at Penn State Behrend

Behrend’s Smith Chapel marks 25th year of solace and service

July 29, 2026

Falyn Verner and her father kneel together outdoors, planting a young tree in the soil.

Penn State Altoona student leads American chestnut restoration senior seminar project

July 28, 2026

Lori Francis presents Melody Goodman with a gift while standing next to Sanjana Murthy.

Community-engaged research group hosts summer institute for faculty, students

July 27, 2026

Penn State summer 2026 commencement parking information

July 27, 2026

School of Music to present free 'Music in the Gardens' concert Sept. 10

July 24, 2026

Two Penn State Smeal graduates posing in their regalia with a third person

FIRST@Smeal marks milestone with inaugural graduating class

July 24, 2026

A student walks around a small forest patch in front of a high school

Project provides perennial forest patches

July 23, 2026

FIRA display at APD

Ag Progress Days to debut FIRA Robotics Village, showcasing robotics, automation

July 23, 2026

Cyclosporiasis parasite in Petri dish on top of leafy greens and berries.

What causes food poisoning? Symptoms, treatment and prevention tips

July 23, 2026

Advanced email security platform coming to Penn State email accounts on July 27

July 22, 2026

Penn State Altoona athletic field with a blue track, green turf, and wooded hillside in the background.

Penn State Altoona to replace artificial turf at Spring Run Stadium

July 21, 2026

Mist Tunnel Arts Festival

Photo contest: Share your best picture of summer at Penn State

July 20, 2026

Ag Progress Days town hall

Government events at Penn State’s Ag Progress Days to focus on ag innovation

July 20, 2026

Military Mondays

Penn State honors military service during 15th Military Appreciation Week

July 20, 2026

An American flag spread out across a crowded indoor gymnasium

Happy Valley, Penn State to host 2026 State Games of America

July 20, 2026

Volunteer Awards award

Registration open for the 2026 Penn State Alumni Volunteer Awards livestream

July 20, 2026

Ag Progress Days attraction

Crops, Soils and Conservation Area at Ag Progress Days offers variety of exhibits

July 20, 2026

By the numbers: Smeal’s Business Opportunities Summer Session

July 17, 2026

Board of Trustees approves housing and dining rates for 2027-28 academic year

July 16, 2026

Staff organize flats of plants in a greenhouse as guests look on

Student Farm and Food Systems to host annual Summer Plant Sale, July 23-24

July 16, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — July 16

July 16, 2026

Wildfire smoke: Campus communities should monitor conditions, follow guidelines

July 16, 2026

People getting on the tour bus at Ag Progress Days.

Explore ponds, forests, pastures and more during Ag Progress Days tours

July 15, 2026

Frank and Janet Glasgow Dudek have expanded their support for students and research in Penn State’s colleges of Agricultural Sciences and Earth and Mineral Sciences.

Penn State Berkey Creamery to go cashless Aug. 1

July 15, 2026

The bell near Old Main.

Engineering alumni society recognizes excellence at 2026 awards ceremony

July 14, 2026

Hay mowing demonstration at Ag Progress Days.

Robotics and field demos to highlight commercial exhibits at Ag Progress Days

July 13, 2026

'Downsize Your Data' campaign to phase adjustment of Microsoft 365 storage limits

July 13, 2026

group of students posing with their achievement certificates after the annual Recognition Dinner

Scranton student leaders, organizations honored at annual recognition dinner

July 10, 2026

A visitor talking to a representative from Penn State's Center for Pollinator Research

Ag Progress Days showcases college research, AI tool and animal health updates

July 10, 2026

Master Gardener at Ag Progress Days

Penn State Master Gardeners to share gardening expertise at Ag Progress Days

July 10, 2026

Group of female students sitting in the Perkins Plaza

Penn State Berks invites prospective students to Spend a Summer Day program

July 09, 2026

A food demonstration occurring at the Ag Progress Day's Family Room

Family Room activities at Ag Progress Days to focus on health and wellness

July 08, 2026

A group of students pose with a trophy.

Penn State National Residence Hall Honorary chapter earns national recognition

July 08, 2026

A person looking through a telescope with two people standing next to her.

AstroFest 2026 offers four nights of stargazing, astronomy activities July 8-11

July 07, 2026

Five people walk along a campus sidewalk outside an academic building. One person holding papers faces the group as they approach, with trees, grass, and outdoor seating visible nearby.

Greater Allegheny welcomes inaugural radiological sciences cohort

July 07, 2026

Three colorful banners sway high in the breeze above the street

2026 Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts to be held July 8-12

July 06, 2026

A sculptural rabbit with a white collar over its eyes by artist Darla Jackson

HUB-Robeson Galleries to present Darla Jackson's 'In Dreams'

July 06, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — July 6

July 06, 2026

a collage of multiple photos, including participants watching panels and speaking with one another at a banquet.

Penn State hosts manufacturing research conference with record attendance

July 06, 2026

APD Family Activities

Family-friendly fun planned for Penn State’s Ag Progress Days

July 03, 2026

A group picture of students and advisors posing for a picture

York's Future Business Leaders of America national champs, finalists for 2026

July 02, 2026

Wooden signpost with three directional signs labeled CAREER against a blue sky with clouds

Penn State Altoona invites employers to register for fall career fairs

July 02, 2026

Rates announced for 2026-27 Student Health Insurance Plan

July 01, 2026

Berkey Creamery flavor contest to celebrate one millionth degree at Penn State

July 01, 2026

APD Equine Events

From gentle giants to miniature horses: Ag Progress Days equine events planned

July 01, 2026

Fireworks are shown exploding in the sky.

The Medical Minute: Let the experts handle the Independence Day fireworks

July 01, 2026

Dan Murphy named senior director of administration, chief of staff for Student Affairs

June 30, 2026

A screenshot of a video featuring the Penn State alma mater playing on the Old Main bell tower chimes

Sights and Sounds: Old Main bell tower rings the Alma Mater

June 29, 2026

Center for Arts and Crafts opens registration for summer classes, workshops

June 29, 2026

A person in the shadow raises their hands in the shape of a diamond in the foreground of a lit "THON" sign

THON Weekend 2027 to be held Feb. 19-21

June 29, 2026

Independence Day holiday parking and service changes, 4th Fest impacts announced

June 29, 2026

A flock of white chickens free grazes on a farm

How Penn State Beaver is helping farmers respond sooner to animal health challenges

June 29, 2026

Commonwealth Campus id+ offices update replacement ID and photo submissions

June 29, 2026

Parking Office entrance, University Park, Penn State

2026-27 RIDEpass program updates expand grad student access, simplify enrollment

June 26, 2026

Ron Darbeau sitting at a table with a tablet device in front of him and the words Penn State Volunteers on the wall behind him.

WATCH: Penn State Altoona, a commitment to central Pennsylvania

June 25, 2026

Male adult student smiles with greenery in background.

'(N)SO excited to meet you': Meet 2026 orientation leader Al Alvarez

June 24, 2026

Megan McKnight named director of Health Promotion and Wellness at Penn State

June 24, 2026

Don Toliver brings 'NITROUS – OCTANE WORLD TOUR' to the BJC on Sept. 2

June 23, 2026

Inaugural Gail E. Latimer, RN Nursing Leadership Lecture examines AI in nursing

June 23, 2026

Students sitting outside with a "Spend a Summer Day" sign behind them

Penn State Berks invites prospective students to summer admissions events

June 23, 2026

A band plays music to a crowd sitting in the grass

Student Farm and Food Systems to host eighth annual Summer Solstice Celebration

June 23, 2026

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