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The Nittany Lion mascot

Let's give a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — Dec. 4

December 04, 2025

Chabad of Penn State to host Menorah lighting at Old Main for Hanukkah

December 04, 2025

Outreach

Beyond the classroom: Outreach gives students hands-on learning experiences

December 04, 2025

A teen boy stands wearing a halo-gravy traction device around his head. A doctor on his right adjusts the bar holding the halo up. Two nurses wearing scrubs are on the right and left of the boy and the doctor. A hospital bed and curtain are on the group’s right.

The Medical Minute: Latest scoliosis treatments help patients stand straighter

December 03, 2025

group of women holding music books and singing, dressed in holiday attire

Campus musical groups are bringing the holiday spirit to Scranton

December 03, 2025

Penn State Pullers

Penn State Pullers club provides unmatched practical experience for students

December 03, 2025

Penn State Schuylkill Women's Flag Football Team

Penn State Schuylkill joins new Jets–ECAC Women’s Flag Football League

December 03, 2025

A group of young ballet dancers stand in formal poses.

Things to Do at Penn State: Dec. 4-31

December 03, 2025

Headshot of Patrick Dolan

Patrick Dolan, president of Dolan Construction, to deliver commencement address

December 03, 2025

smiling person with long dark hair against backdrop of sunlit trees

College of IST names student marshal for fall 2025 commencement

December 03, 2025

University Park classes, activities and work delayed until noon Tuesday

December 01, 2025

Gale Blackmer is the Pennsylvania state geologist.

EarthTalks: Pa. sees ‘promising opportunities’ for critical minerals production

December 01, 2025

The Nittany Lion mascot

Hail to the Lion: Penn State mascot’s spirit, legacy kept alive by a select few

December 01, 2025

Laura Schechter is an economics professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Sanitation technologies in developing countries the focus of Dec. 10 seminar

December 01, 2025

Two students, sitting at a table in front of a laptop, petting a golden retriever dog

Libraries offers University-wide De-stress Fest to support studying students

December 01, 2025

A photo of the Penn State Nittany Lion Shrine with sun peaking through shadows

Penn State collaborative effort aims to accelerate the future of agriculture

December 01, 2025

Nittany Lion statue crouches on a stone base in front of the Student Community Center at Penn State Greater Allegheny. A student with a backpack walks by on the left, and landscaped shrubs and plants fill the foreground.

Penn State Extension builds momentum at Greater Allegheny

December 01, 2025

Logo for Amici Italian Market

Construction begins for Amici Italian Market in the South Food District

December 01, 2025

Penn State Altoona to exhibit artwork by visual art studies student Noah Schenk

November 27, 2025

Christina Lopano is a research physical scientist in the National Energy Technology Laboratory's Research and Innovation Center.

EarthTalks: Research about coal byproducts a window into critical minerals

November 26, 2025

The interior of the renovated Pollock Computer lab, featuring collaboration chairs, chairs, privacy cubes, mobile whiteboards and more.

Newly renovated Pollock Computer Lab at University Park is now open

November 26, 2025

vertical film poster titled Recorder the Marion Stokes Project

Screening of ‘Recorder’ film on Dec. 2 asks who, what defines history

November 26, 2025

Laura Hendry and Maria Catalano are speaking at a podium.

Undergraduates to present research at Geography’s Coffee Hour on Dec. 5

November 26, 2025

Cover of the book, "Curious Minds: The Power of Connection”

Penn State Berks presents 'The Science of Curiosity' lecture on Dec. 3

November 25, 2025

College of Ag Sciences alumnus donates books to Office of Veterans Programs

November 25, 2025

2025 Greek Sing at Eisenhower Auditorium

Panhellenic and Interfraternity councils host annual Greek Sing competition

November 25, 2025

A large tractor pulls a seed spreader along an area of dead grass

Turf-to-meadow project increases biodiversity, creates living learning lab

November 25, 2025

An image with a dark blue background and a graphic of a Penn State Police vehicle, along with the text "University Police and Public Safety and Penn State Athletics, Cram the Cruiser Toy Drive, Benefitting Toys for Tots and local families, Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-1 p.m."

University Police, Penn State Athletics to host 'Cram the Cruiser' toy drive

November 24, 2025

Hand holding up a rolled diploma tied with a red ribbon against the backdrop of a building in soft sunlight.

Penn State Altoona to host 'Beyond the Degree Mixer' on Dec. 5

November 24, 2025

Student participating in the Uplifting Science camp painting.

Uplifting Science camp inspires STEM futures at Penn State

November 21, 2025

Person watching computer webinar at a desk

Sokolov-Miller Center hosts two public financial literacy webinars in December

November 21, 2025

Graphic for Campus Dining's 2025 Holiday Dinner

Campus Dining to host annual holiday dinner at UP dining commons on Dec. 10

November 21, 2025

headshot of person with very short dark hair and wire-rimmed glasses

IST Distinguished Lecture Series to host security and privacy expert on Dec. 3

November 21, 2025

group of college students at honor society ceremony

IST announces inductees to the Sword & Shield honor society

November 21, 2025

Arboretum

Arboretum volunteers, staff produce record harvest for food bank donation

November 20, 2025

Tailgate Ambassadors host a table before a Penn State football game

Green games: How students help promote sustainability at home football games

November 20, 2025

Close-up of a person playing a trumpet, illuminated by dramatic blue and red stage lighting with smoky background effects.

Penn State Altoona University Jazz Band to perform Dec. 13

November 20, 2025

A participant at Video Game Day 42 at Penn State DuBois takes part in a session of Among Us in one of the computer labs on campus.

Final Penn State DuBois Video Game Day raises $1,430 for THON

November 20, 2025

"State" section of gate in Beaver Stadium tunnel

Parking, traffic, and transit information for Penn State football vs. Nebraska

November 20, 2025

person using laptop with virtual e-learning overlay

Contest puts AI-ready teaching to the test

November 20, 2025

Orientation leader standing in a line

Apply now to join the ‘OTeam’ for summer 2026

November 19, 2025

parking signs Penn State

Changes to parking and transit services during 2025 Thanksgiving break

November 19, 2025

A group of students talk with community partner at Sustainability Expo.

Penn State Berks Sustainability Council to sponsor Sustainability Expo

November 19, 2025

Red, white and blue honor cords are draped over camouflaged military gear next to a blue graduation cap and gown.

Penn State World Campus ranked No. 1 online school for veterans by Military Times

November 19, 2025

Cafe Laura Entrance

Things to Do at Penn State: Nov. 20-Dec. 4

November 19, 2025

University Park classes, activities and work delayed until 10 a.m. Wednesday

November 19, 2025

OPP snow plow

Penn State reminds community of winter weather protocols for 2025-26 season

November 18, 2025

Two women smiling at the camera

Penn State Global’s Conversation Partners connect State College to the World

November 18, 2025

On Nov. 8 Walmart and Sam’s Club presented a check to Penn State of $45,000 in scholarship funding for military-connected students.

Walmart, Sam’s Club award $45K in scholarships to Penn State military students

November 18, 2025

Oswald Award

Student Leadership and Involvement seeks Student Achievement Award nominations

November 18, 2025

A sheep stands in a field with solar panels and a brilliant blue sky

Penn State ranks 4th in the US in 2026 QS sustainability rankings

November 18, 2025

The WPSU-featured broadcast "Weather World" is filmed in the Ban Family Studios.

Extensive studio updates improve weather broadcasting experience for students

November 18, 2025

Penn State reflects on 2025 Military Appreciation Week

November 17, 2025

New device? Verify recovery for MFA, activate mobile id+, connect to Wi-Fi

November 17, 2025

A variety of study and lounge spaces are offered throughout the third-floor space.

HUB-Robeson Center opens newly renovated student space on the 3rd floor

November 17, 2025

Jason and Julie Borrelli

Philanthropists make $2 million gift toward a future of improved mental health

November 17, 2025

Sandwich board announcing the grand opening of Nosh Kosher Deli at North Dining Commons

Nosh Kosher Deli hosts grand opening at North Food District

November 14, 2025

Elisa Alonso is assistant chief for the Minerals Intelligence Research Section at the U.S. Geological Survey.

EarthTalks: Models can assess supply-chain risks around critical minerals

November 13, 2025

A group of Penn State Altoona students stand in a row holding certificates during the Tri-Alpha Honor Society induction ceremony.

13 first-generation scholars join Tri-Alpha Honor Society at Penn State Altoona

November 13, 2025

The Nittany Lion mascot

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — Nov. 13

November 13, 2025

Structural issue believed to be the cause of Welch Building incident

November 13, 2025

Logo for Swipe Out Hunger

Annual ‘Swipe Out Hunger’ campaign encourages students to donate dining dollars

November 13, 2025

Blue background, portrait of a man wearing a dress Navy uniform in front of an American Flag.

Medal of Honor recipient LT. Michael P. Murphy’s legacy endures

November 13, 2025

Choirs Mosaic

School of Music Choirs present a day of performances on Nov. 16

November 13, 2025

A collage photo of Michael Murphy wearing a dress military uniform and camouflaged military uniform.

Medal of Honor recipient LT. Michael P. Murphy’s last actions dedicated to team

November 13, 2025

Male skier rides in the deep snow on a sunny day at a ski resort. He is wearing a helmet. A fence is on his left.

The Medical Minute: Five top tips for skiing safely this winter

November 13, 2025

Latest News

Penn State News RSS Feed
The Nittany Lion mascot

Let's give a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — Dec. 4

December 04, 2025

Chabad of Penn State to host Menorah lighting at Old Main for Hanukkah

December 04, 2025

Outreach

Beyond the classroom: Outreach gives students hands-on learning experiences

December 04, 2025

A teen boy stands wearing a halo-gravy traction device around his head. A doctor on his right adjusts the bar holding the halo up. Two nurses wearing scrubs are on the right and left of the boy and the doctor. A hospital bed and curtain are on the group’s right.

The Medical Minute: Latest scoliosis treatments help patients stand straighter

December 03, 2025

group of women holding music books and singing, dressed in holiday attire

Campus musical groups are bringing the holiday spirit to Scranton

December 03, 2025

Penn State Pullers

Penn State Pullers club provides unmatched practical experience for students

December 03, 2025

Penn State Schuylkill Women's Flag Football Team

Penn State Schuylkill joins new Jets–ECAC Women’s Flag Football League

December 03, 2025

A group of young ballet dancers stand in formal poses.

Things to Do at Penn State: Dec. 4-31

December 03, 2025

Headshot of Patrick Dolan

Patrick Dolan, president of Dolan Construction, to deliver commencement address

December 03, 2025

smiling person with long dark hair against backdrop of sunlit trees

College of IST names student marshal for fall 2025 commencement

December 03, 2025

University Park classes, activities and work delayed until noon Tuesday

December 01, 2025

Gale Blackmer is the Pennsylvania state geologist.

EarthTalks: Pa. sees ‘promising opportunities’ for critical minerals production

December 01, 2025

The Nittany Lion mascot

Hail to the Lion: Penn State mascot’s spirit, legacy kept alive by a select few

December 01, 2025

Laura Schechter is an economics professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Sanitation technologies in developing countries the focus of Dec. 10 seminar

December 01, 2025

Two students, sitting at a table in front of a laptop, petting a golden retriever dog

Libraries offers University-wide De-stress Fest to support studying students

December 01, 2025

A photo of the Penn State Nittany Lion Shrine with sun peaking through shadows

Penn State collaborative effort aims to accelerate the future of agriculture

December 01, 2025

Nittany Lion statue crouches on a stone base in front of the Student Community Center at Penn State Greater Allegheny. A student with a backpack walks by on the left, and landscaped shrubs and plants fill the foreground.

Penn State Extension builds momentum at Greater Allegheny

December 01, 2025

Logo for Amici Italian Market

Construction begins for Amici Italian Market in the South Food District

December 01, 2025

Penn State Altoona to exhibit artwork by visual art studies student Noah Schenk

November 27, 2025

Christina Lopano is a research physical scientist in the National Energy Technology Laboratory's Research and Innovation Center.

EarthTalks: Research about coal byproducts a window into critical minerals

November 26, 2025

The interior of the renovated Pollock Computer lab, featuring collaboration chairs, chairs, privacy cubes, mobile whiteboards and more.

Newly renovated Pollock Computer Lab at University Park is now open

November 26, 2025

vertical film poster titled Recorder the Marion Stokes Project

Screening of ‘Recorder’ film on Dec. 2 asks who, what defines history

November 26, 2025

Laura Hendry and Maria Catalano are speaking at a podium.

Undergraduates to present research at Geography’s Coffee Hour on Dec. 5

November 26, 2025

Cover of the book, "Curious Minds: The Power of Connection”

Penn State Berks presents 'The Science of Curiosity' lecture on Dec. 3

November 25, 2025

College of Ag Sciences alumnus donates books to Office of Veterans Programs

November 25, 2025

2025 Greek Sing at Eisenhower Auditorium

Panhellenic and Interfraternity councils host annual Greek Sing competition

November 25, 2025

A large tractor pulls a seed spreader along an area of dead grass

Turf-to-meadow project increases biodiversity, creates living learning lab

November 25, 2025

An image with a dark blue background and a graphic of a Penn State Police vehicle, along with the text "University Police and Public Safety and Penn State Athletics, Cram the Cruiser Toy Drive, Benefitting Toys for Tots and local families, Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-1 p.m."

University Police, Penn State Athletics to host 'Cram the Cruiser' toy drive

November 24, 2025

Hand holding up a rolled diploma tied with a red ribbon against the backdrop of a building in soft sunlight.

Penn State Altoona to host 'Beyond the Degree Mixer' on Dec. 5

November 24, 2025

Student participating in the Uplifting Science camp painting.

Uplifting Science camp inspires STEM futures at Penn State

November 21, 2025

Person watching computer webinar at a desk

Sokolov-Miller Center hosts two public financial literacy webinars in December

November 21, 2025

Graphic for Campus Dining's 2025 Holiday Dinner

Campus Dining to host annual holiday dinner at UP dining commons on Dec. 10

November 21, 2025

headshot of person with very short dark hair and wire-rimmed glasses

IST Distinguished Lecture Series to host security and privacy expert on Dec. 3

November 21, 2025

group of college students at honor society ceremony

IST announces inductees to the Sword & Shield honor society

November 21, 2025

Arboretum

Arboretum volunteers, staff produce record harvest for food bank donation

November 20, 2025

Tailgate Ambassadors host a table before a Penn State football game

Green games: How students help promote sustainability at home football games

November 20, 2025

Close-up of a person playing a trumpet, illuminated by dramatic blue and red stage lighting with smoky background effects.

Penn State Altoona University Jazz Band to perform Dec. 13

November 20, 2025

A participant at Video Game Day 42 at Penn State DuBois takes part in a session of Among Us in one of the computer labs on campus.

Final Penn State DuBois Video Game Day raises $1,430 for THON

November 20, 2025

"State" section of gate in Beaver Stadium tunnel

Parking, traffic, and transit information for Penn State football vs. Nebraska

November 20, 2025

person using laptop with virtual e-learning overlay

Contest puts AI-ready teaching to the test

November 20, 2025

Orientation leader standing in a line

Apply now to join the ‘OTeam’ for summer 2026

November 19, 2025

parking signs Penn State

Changes to parking and transit services during 2025 Thanksgiving break

November 19, 2025

A group of students talk with community partner at Sustainability Expo.

Penn State Berks Sustainability Council to sponsor Sustainability Expo

November 19, 2025

Red, white and blue honor cords are draped over camouflaged military gear next to a blue graduation cap and gown.

Penn State World Campus ranked No. 1 online school for veterans by Military Times

November 19, 2025

Cafe Laura Entrance

Things to Do at Penn State: Nov. 20-Dec. 4

November 19, 2025

University Park classes, activities and work delayed until 10 a.m. Wednesday

November 19, 2025

OPP snow plow

Penn State reminds community of winter weather protocols for 2025-26 season

November 18, 2025

Two women smiling at the camera

Penn State Global’s Conversation Partners connect State College to the World

November 18, 2025

On Nov. 8 Walmart and Sam’s Club presented a check to Penn State of $45,000 in scholarship funding for military-connected students.

Walmart, Sam’s Club award $45K in scholarships to Penn State military students

November 18, 2025

Oswald Award

Student Leadership and Involvement seeks Student Achievement Award nominations

November 18, 2025

A sheep stands in a field with solar panels and a brilliant blue sky

Penn State ranks 4th in the US in 2026 QS sustainability rankings

November 18, 2025

The WPSU-featured broadcast "Weather World" is filmed in the Ban Family Studios.

Extensive studio updates improve weather broadcasting experience for students

November 18, 2025

Penn State reflects on 2025 Military Appreciation Week

November 17, 2025

New device? Verify recovery for MFA, activate mobile id+, connect to Wi-Fi

November 17, 2025

A variety of study and lounge spaces are offered throughout the third-floor space.

HUB-Robeson Center opens newly renovated student space on the 3rd floor

November 17, 2025

Jason and Julie Borrelli

Philanthropists make $2 million gift toward a future of improved mental health

November 17, 2025

Sandwich board announcing the grand opening of Nosh Kosher Deli at North Dining Commons

Nosh Kosher Deli hosts grand opening at North Food District

November 14, 2025

Elisa Alonso is assistant chief for the Minerals Intelligence Research Section at the U.S. Geological Survey.

EarthTalks: Models can assess supply-chain risks around critical minerals

November 13, 2025

A group of Penn State Altoona students stand in a row holding certificates during the Tri-Alpha Honor Society induction ceremony.

13 first-generation scholars join Tri-Alpha Honor Society at Penn State Altoona

November 13, 2025

The Nittany Lion mascot

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — Nov. 13

November 13, 2025

Structural issue believed to be the cause of Welch Building incident

November 13, 2025

Logo for Swipe Out Hunger

Annual ‘Swipe Out Hunger’ campaign encourages students to donate dining dollars

November 13, 2025

Blue background, portrait of a man wearing a dress Navy uniform in front of an American Flag.

Medal of Honor recipient LT. Michael P. Murphy’s legacy endures

November 13, 2025

Choirs Mosaic

School of Music Choirs present a day of performances on Nov. 16

November 13, 2025

A collage photo of Michael Murphy wearing a dress military uniform and camouflaged military uniform.

Medal of Honor recipient LT. Michael P. Murphy’s last actions dedicated to team

November 13, 2025

Male skier rides in the deep snow on a sunny day at a ski resort. He is wearing a helmet. A fence is on his left.

The Medical Minute: Five top tips for skiing safely this winter

November 13, 2025

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