Schuylkill

Student reflects on her journey, opportunities at Penn State Schuylkill

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 13:42:21 -0400

Tiffany Bohner, a child psychology major with double minors in communications, reflects on her journey at Penn State Schuylkill, where she embraced every opportunity to grow academically and personally. As a student-athlete, club leader and researcher, she credits faculty mentors for shaping her success, particularly through her award-winning research on book bans and her internship at the Schuylkill County Courthouse.

Schuylkill dedicates memorial bench for bookstore manager Kelly Ann Gemmell

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 07:59:36 -0400

The Penn State Schuylkill community dedicated a memorial bench across from the Business Building to honor Kelly Ann Gemmell, a beloved colleague known for her kindness and dedication. Family, friends and colleagues gathered to celebrate her life, recognizing her profound impact as the manager of the Barnes & Noble bookstores at Penn State Schuylkill and Penn State Hazleton. Inscribed with “Choose Kindness,” the bench serves as a lasting tribute to her warmth, generosity, and unwavering support for students and faculty.

Schuylkill student accepted to UPenn School of Veterinary Medicine

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 08:07:50 -0400

Inspired by her love for animals and personal experiences, Isabela Caruso, a fourth-year biology student at Penn State Schuylkill, aims to become an advocate for animal care and eventually open her own veterinary practice. As she prepares for the next chapter, she encourages students to embrace challenges and step outside their comfort zones to pursue their dreams.

Alumnus deepens philanthropic legacy at Penn State Schuylkill

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:59:01 -0500

Thomas W. Wylonis, a scientist, educator and entrepreneur, has made a significant impact on Penn State Schuylkill through his philanthropy and mentorship. A Frackville native and Penn State alumnus, Wylonis has committed to endowing the Wylonis STEM Internship Fund, which will support STEM students in gaining hands-on experience with local companies and nonprofits.

Penn State students explore global leadership

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 12:11:54 -0500

Penn State students in "MGMT 345: Cultural Intelligence in Leadership and Management" toured Hydro’s Cressona facility as part of their coursework and will soon travel to Denmark and Sweden to compare global business practices. The course, led by Gina Whalen, prepares students with cultural competence training and hands-on learning experiences.

TLT to host virtual Symposium Lite to complement 2025 TLT Symposium

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Teaching and Learning with Technology, part of Penn State University Libraries, has announced that the virtual Symposium Lite will return the week after the in-person TLT Symposium from 1-4 p.m. on March 27.

Let's hear a 'We Are!' for these Penn Staters — Feb. 19

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 15:59:24 -0500

As part of our regular “We Are!” feature, we recognize 20 Penn Staters who have gone above and beyond what’s asked of them in their work at the University.

Robert McCormick’s 'Reclamation: From Coal Dust to Hope' show at the Art Space

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:43:39 -0500

The Art Space at Penn State Schuylkill will feature Robert McCormick’s exhibition, "Reclamation: From Coal Dust to Hope," from March 1 to 29, with gallery hours noon to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. McCormick, known for his Modern Primitive style, captures the history and transformation of Pennsylvania’s Anthracite Region through painting and mixed media. An artist reception and gallery talk will take place on March 6, and a book reading will be held on March 18.

$1.78M grant aims to prevent school cyberbullying via virtual reality tech

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:05:27 -0500

A team of Penn State faculty, led by Joseph Squillace, has received a $1.78 million DOJ grant to develop Virtual Reality (VR) technology aimed at preventing school violence and cyberbullying through education and training. The three-year project, in collaboration with local school districts and law enforcement agencies, focuses on advancing equity in violence prevention for historically underserved communities.

Penn State Schuylkill partners with Eagle Scout candidate to support blood drive

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:55:45 -0500

Penn State Schuylkill partnered with Tyler Wilde, a Boy Scout from Troop 611 in Pine Grove, Pennsylvania, to host a Miller-Keystone Blood Center drive on Jan. 30 as part of his Eagle Scout project. Wilde set a goal of securing 28 blood donors but exceeded expectations by collecting 33 donations, providing potentially lifesaving aid to the community. This initiative reflects Penn State Schuylkill’s commitment to community engagement, supporting individuals like Wilde who strive to make a meaningful impact.

Four Penn State campuses sign articulation agreement with Northampton CC

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 13:24:39 -0500

Students who fulfill transfer requirements at Northampton Community College will be admitted to Penn State's Hazleton, Lehigh Valley, Schuylkill or Wilkes-Barre campuses under an articulation agreement.

Penn State Schuylkill offers Community Cinema Course

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 09:33:57 -0500

Penn State Schuylkill’s community enrichment cinema course, "Media, Manipulation, and the Demise of Public Discourse," will return in spring 2025, exploring the portrayal of mental health in film. The course includes screenings and discussions of four films, with pre-screening lectures and post-screening conversations. Classes will be held at 6 p.m. in Morgan Auditorium, with a $30 fee for community members and free admission for Penn State Schuylkill students, faculty and staff.

Penn State Schuylkill announces fall 2024 dean's list designees

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:20:25 -0500

Penn State Schuylkill has named more than 280 students as fall 2024 dean’s list designees. To earn a dean’s list designation, students must end the semester with a 3.5 grade-point average or higher.

Allied Artists of Schuylkill County Member Exhibit opens at Art Space on Jan. 13

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 13:03:00 -0500

Penn State Schuylkill’s Art Space will host the Allied Artists of Schuylkill County Member Exhibit from Jan. 13 to Feb. 21, featuring works by 28 local artists in a variety of styles and mediums. The exhibit is free to the public, with a special artist reception and gallery talk on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the creativity and talent of Schuylkill County’s vibrant art community.

Schuylkill celebrates faculty, staff with annual awards and service honors

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 14:18:21 -0500

As the fall semester came to a close, Penn State Schuylkill's faculty and staff joined together to celebrate those who received annual honors, including the Outstanding Staff Award and faculty awards for teaching, research and service.

Alumnus commits $50,000 for STEM scholarship at Penn State Schuylkill

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 10:19:15 -0500

Joseph S. Gera, a Penn State alumnus and retired IBM executive, has committed $50,000 to establish the Joseph S. Gera STEM Scholarship at Penn State Schuylkill, supporting 20 students over five years in critical science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields.