Penn State University

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

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:15:00 -0400

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

$12M grant to build animal-inspired sensing for autonomous drones and robots

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:38:30 -0400

A research project, led by Penn State engineers including Saptarshi Das, Wooram Lee and Ram Naranyan, seeking to create a sort of digital brain inspired by the processes insects and small animals use to make smart decisions with limited information, has been awarded $12 million by the U.S. Army through the Army’s Research Laboratory.

WATCH: Penn State Great Valley, a commitment to the greater Philadelphia area

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0400

For Chancellor Colin Neill, higher education must continue evolving to meet the changing needs of society. Neill reflects on Penn State Great Valley's distinctive graduate education mission and how the campus partners with employers, nonprofit organizations and local government to prepare working professionals, strengthen organizations and serve the greater Philadelphia area.

Creating chemical reactions that run on oxygen, produce only water as waste

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:31:25 -0400

Synthetic mimic of a protein drives a chemical reaction that requires only oxygen and produces only water as waste, the new research lends insight to how enzymes work and could help build the foundation for the development of environmentally clean chemistry.

Gov. Shapiro issues proclamation celebrating Penn State’s Ag Progress Days

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:57:08 -0400

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro issued a public citation highlighting the impact and important role Penn State’s Ag Progress Days plays in supporting the state's agricultural industry through education, research and innovation. This year marks the 50th anniversary of Rock Springs as the permanent Ag Progress Days site.

Parking access changes coming to Eisenhower Deck beginning Aug 10

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:26:45 -0400

Eisenhower Deck will support 24/7 hourly visitor parking, utilize license plate recognition and Penn State ID access for permit holders, and operate similarly to other campus decks beginning Monday, Aug. 10.

Ag Progress Days celebrates five decades of innovation and education at Rock Springs

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:47:46 -0400

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Rock Springs as the permanent Penn State Ag Progress Days site.

Miss Central Pennsylvania uses online education to help fight food insecurity

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:12:23 -0400

Within the first six months of 2026, April Gable was crowned Miss Central Pennsylvania, completed a master's degree through Penn State World Campus, and finished as first runner-up in the Miss Pennsylvania competition.

Medical Minute: Six tips from K-12 school nurses for a healthy back-to-school season

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:28:38 -0400

A healthy school year starts before the first bell rings. From physicals to vaccines and sleep routines, Pennsylvania K-12 school nurses share tips to keep kids safe and ready to learn.

Social bonds, recognition linked to reduced suicidal thoughts in teens

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:57:15 -0400

Bonds with others and social recognition at the family, school and community levels were related to reduced suicide risk among Pennsylvania teens, according to a new study by Penn State researchers.

Penn State Centre Stage announces 2026–27 show season

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:21:54 -0400

A musical theater classic, a soccer-infused tale of adolescence, a laugh-out-loud farce, and more will entertain audiences during Penn State Centre Stage’s 2026–27 season. Tickets go on sale Aug. 4 via the Arts Ticket Center or via the app. Penn State Centre Stage is the professional arm of the School of Theatre in the College of Arts and Architecture.

NSF funding supports Two-Dimensional Crystal Consortium's next chapter

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:00:00 -0400

The U.S. National Science Foundation has awarded Penn State’s Two-Dimensional Crystal Consortium $4.6 million over four years to support its transition toward long-term sustainability while the national user facility continues providing researchers across the country with access to specialized materials, equipment and expertise. These users conduct cutting-edge research to develop faster, more energy-efficient electronics, photonics, quantum technologies and computing systems.

Pritt named interim vice provost for Penn State Global

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Jody Pritt, associate vice provost for Penn State Global and international student and scholar advising, has been named interim vice provost for Penn State Global, effective Aug. 1.  A national search for a permanent vice provost will begin in the spring. 

WATCH: Penn State Brandywine, a commitment to southeast Pennsylvania

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0400

For Regional Chancellor Marilyn Wells, Penn State Brandywine and the communities it serves help shape one another. Wells reflects on how educational opportunity, community partnership and Penn State's land-grant mission come together to create opportunity across southeast Pennsylvania.

Penn State’s sweetest course offers hands-on learning for all

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 12:44:30 -0400

Offered by the Department of Food Science in the College of Agricultural Sciences, the Chocolate Short Course brings in attendees from across the globe, including the United States, Canada, South America and Australia.

How does a deadly chicken virus escape vaccines designed to slow it?

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:50:19 -0400

A new genome-wide study of the virus that causes Marek’s disease in chickens has identified 10 regions in the virus genome that are associated with an increase in virulence. The study could inform the development of next-generation vaccines that are more effective at preventing future breakthroughs.