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From supporting space missions to advancing pediatric cancer research to preserving insights of military leaders, Penn State alumni are making an impact in a variety of ways. As Penn State celebrates awarding the historical milestone of one million degrees, learn about a small sampling of Penn Staters and how they are using their degrees to make a difference.

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From supporting space missions to advancing pediatric cancer research to preserving insights of military leaders, Penn State alumni are making an impact in a variety of ways. As Penn State celebrates awarding the historical milestone of one million degrees, learn about a small sampling of Penn Staters and how they are using their degrees to make a difference.

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The far-reaching impact of Penn State degrees

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro issued a&nbsp;public proclamation&nbsp;recognizing Penn State’s historic contributions to the&nbsp;Commonwealth&nbsp;as&nbsp;the University prepares to&nbsp;confer&nbsp;its one millionth degree&nbsp;during commencement on Aug. 15

Gov. Shapiro issues proclamation celebrating Penn State's one millionth degree | Penn State University

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro issued a public proclamation recognizing Penn State’s historic contributions to the Commonwealth as the University prepares to confer its one millionth degree during commencement on Aug. 15

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Gov. Shapiro issues proclamation celebrating Penn State's one millionth degree

Penn State will cross a historic threshold this week when it awards its one millionth degree at summer commencement ceremonies on Aug. 15 at the University Park campus.

Penn State to award one millionth degree Aug. 15 | Penn State University

Penn State will cross a historic threshold this week when it awards its one millionth degree at summer commencement ceremonies on Aug. 15 at the University Park campus.

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Millionth Degree

The far-reaching impact of Penn State degrees

Gov. Shapiro issues proclamation celebrating Penn State's one millionth degree

Penn State to award one millionth degree Aug. 15

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