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Springing into action

A salute to Penn State staff as they prepare the University Park campus for spring

Katie Hallin, a horticulture technician with the Office of Physical Plant, waters the planting area under the Millennium Science Complex's cantilever, which spans 150 feet above an open plaza. Hallin is preparing the soil for before she adds new plants and flowers for spring. Credit: Patrick Mansell / Penn State. Creative Commons

From beautifying campus landscapes, to caring for newborn and emerging animals, to preparing landmarks and facilities for outdoor use, Penn State staff members have been working hard to get the University Park campus ready for the warm weather days of spring. In this photo, Katie Hallin, a horticulture technician with the Office of Physical Plant, waters the planting area under the Millennium Science Complex's cantilever to prepare the soil for planting plants and flowers. This gallery of photos shows how other Penn State staff members are working to get campus ready for a new season.

Last Updated May 2, 2025

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