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A food demonstration occurring at the Ag Progress Day's Family Room

Family Room activities at Ag Progress Days to focus on health and wellness

July 08, 2026

A group of students pose with a trophy.

Penn State National Residence Hall Honorary chapter earns national recognition

July 08, 2026

A person looking through a telescope with two people standing next to her.

AstroFest 2026 offers four nights of stargazing, astronomy activities July 8-11

July 07, 2026

Five people walk along a campus sidewalk outside an academic building. One person holding papers faces the group as they approach, with trees, grass, and outdoor seating visible nearby.

Greater Allegheny welcomes inaugural radiological sciences cohort

July 07, 2026

Three colorful banners sway high in the breeze above the street

2026 Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts to be held July 8-12

July 06, 2026

A sculptural rabbit with a white collar over its eyes by artist Darla Jackson

HUB-Robeson Galleries to present Darla Jackson's 'In Dreams'

July 06, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — July 6

July 06, 2026

a collage of multiple photos, including participants watching panels and speaking with one another at a banquet.

Penn State hosts manufacturing research conference with record attendance

July 06, 2026

APD Family Activities

Family-friendly fun planned for Penn State’s Ag Progress Days

July 03, 2026

A group picture of students and advisors posing for a picture

York's Future Business Leaders of America national champs, finalists for 2026

July 02, 2026

Wooden signpost with three directional signs labeled CAREER against a blue sky with clouds

Penn State Altoona invites employers to register for fall career fairs

July 02, 2026

Rates announced for 2026-27 Student Health Insurance Plan

July 01, 2026

Berkey Creamery flavor contest to celebrate one millionth degree at Penn State

July 01, 2026

APD Equine Events

From gentle giants to miniature horses: Ag Progress Days equine events planned

July 01, 2026

Fireworks are shown exploding in the sky.

The Medical Minute: Let the experts handle the Independence Day fireworks

July 01, 2026

Dan Murphy named senior director of administration, chief of staff for Student Affairs

June 30, 2026

A screenshot of a video featuring the Penn State alma mater playing on the Old Main bell tower chimes

Sights and Sounds: Old Main bell tower rings the Alma Mater

June 29, 2026

Center for Arts and Crafts opens registration for summer classes, workshops

June 29, 2026

A person in the shadow raises their hands in the shape of a diamond in the foreground of a lit "THON" sign

THON Weekend 2027 to be held Feb. 19-21

June 29, 2026

Independence Day holiday parking and service changes, 4th Fest impacts announced

June 29, 2026

A flock of white chickens free grazes on a farm

How Penn State Beaver is helping farmers respond sooner to animal health challenges

June 29, 2026

Commonwealth Campus id+ offices update replacement ID and photo submissions

June 29, 2026

Parking Office entrance, University Park, Penn State

2026-27 RIDEpass program updates expand grad student access, simplify enrollment

June 26, 2026

Ron Darbeau sitting at a table with a tablet device in front of him and the words Penn State Volunteers on the wall behind him.

WATCH: Penn State Altoona, a commitment to central Pennsylvania

June 25, 2026

Male adult student smiles with greenery in background.

'(N)SO excited to meet you': Meet 2026 orientation leader Al Alvarez

June 24, 2026

Megan McKnight named director of Health Promotion and Wellness at Penn State

June 24, 2026

Don Toliver brings 'NITROUS – OCTANE WORLD TOUR' to the BJC on Sept. 2

June 23, 2026

Inaugural Gail E. Latimer, RN Nursing Leadership Lecture examines AI in nursing

June 23, 2026

Students sitting outside with a "Spend a Summer Day" sign behind them

Penn State Berks invites prospective students to summer admissions events

June 23, 2026

A band plays music to a crowd sitting in the grass

Student Farm and Food Systems to host eighth annual Summer Solstice Celebration

June 23, 2026

Three young girls crouch over food on aluminum foil during a youth science project.

Behrend’s 'College for Kids' to feature sand molds and sleight-of-hand magic

June 23, 2026

Ryan Denicola standing outside, smiling

Ryan Denicola to oversee athletics facilities, operations at Wilkes-Barre campus

June 22, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Let's give a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — June 22

June 22, 2026

Sparks Building on Penn State University Park campus

Drais-Parrillo, Laine named inaugural Liberal Arts Teaching Professors

June 22, 2026

School of Music announces 2026-27 Rhapsody Series

June 22, 2026

A monarch butterfly on a flowering plant.

Penn State Master Gardeners support pollinator research across Pennsylvania

June 22, 2026

An image with blue/green background and purplish image of Shakespeare

Firefly Rep presents Shakespeare’s liars, schemers in partnership with Arboretum

June 17, 2026

A thirsty man in the sun drinks a bottle of water.

The Medical Minute: Sweltering summer? Avoid heat-related illness

June 17, 2026

A group of students stand with calligraphy art pieces in a lecture hall.

Language club brings relaxation to students with Chinese calligraphy

June 17, 2026

Palmer Museum opens juried show of contemporary art for the USA's 250th

June 16, 2026

photo collage showing process of children making paper with plant material

Libraries’ Conservation Centre holds summer 2026 Arboretum papermaking events

June 16, 2026

A globe showing Central and Eastern Europe

Additional details available on upcoming platform change for Global Safety Network

June 16, 2026

Gary Liguori, chancellor and dean of Penn State Abington

WATCH: Penn State Abington, a commitment to Greater Philadelphia

June 15, 2026

Transportation Services announces 2026 Juneteenth holiday service changes

June 15, 2026

We Are Weekend graphic with Nittany Lion

We Are Weekend offers summertime fun for Penn Staters

June 12, 2026

A large group of people hang out together at an event, wearing colorful clothes

Celebrate Juneteenth 2026 with community events June 19-20

June 12, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot does a handstand next to a sculpture outside

Penn State updates youth program policies ahead of summer camp season

June 11, 2026

Lee Kump, dean of the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences

Virtual Speaker Session to highlight research in Earth and mineral sciences

June 10, 2026

Penn State Alumni Association Hintzpiration: Artistry at the Alumni Center, July 10–11, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Hintzpiration returns to the Hintz Family Alumni Center during Arts Fest Weekend

June 10, 2026

Penn State publishes 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report

June 09, 2026

Wild Child graphic in yellow and black

Penn State Centre Stage summer productions focus on human connection

June 08, 2026

Aerial view of the Penn State University Park campus with Old Main most prominently shown

IRONMAN triathlon June 14 to impact campus and community roads, campus parking

June 08, 2026

A screenshot of a video that commemorates the 125th anniversary of the Penn State alma mater

Raise the song: Penn State Alma Mater marks 125 years

June 08, 2026

Megan Nagel photo portrait

WATCH: Penn State Greater Allegheny, a commitment to the Mon Valley

June 08, 2026

A lone student walks away from the camera next to a flag that reads "Welcome home. You belong here."

Undergraduate Admissions gearing up for ‘Spend a Summer Day’

June 08, 2026

blue projection onto a white wall

Tech and web professionals gather to explore AI, innovation and collaboration

June 05, 2026

Barb Anderson, a longtime volunteer at Penn State Behrend's Math Options Career Day, poses in McGarvey Commons.

Behrend retiree helped shape Math Options Career Day

June 05, 2026

‘Feral Botanica’ by artist Hidenori Ishii

HUB-Robeson Galleries to present ‘Feral Botanica’ by artist Hidenori Ishii

June 05, 2026

An educator wearing a glove holds a barred owl during an outdoor wildlife presentation as another staff member speaks nearby.

Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center holds 50th Anniversary Celebration

June 03, 2026

Two students stand in front of a stack of mattress toppers collected during the move-out period in May.

Mattress-topper recycling pilot diverts waste, reduces emissions during move out

June 02, 2026

A residence hall surrounded by green trees

Meeghan Hollis named senior director of Residence Life at Penn State

June 01, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — June 1

June 01, 2026

Jim Brown prepares to put the final scoop on longtime run at Penn State Creamery

May 29, 2026

4-week Job Search Accelerator webinar series promotional image

Alumni Career Services launches free Job Search Accelerator webinar series

May 29, 2026

Graduates stand during Penn State Behrend's spring 2026 commencement ceremony.

Behrend commencement speaker explains ‘maker’s way through uncertainty’

May 22, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Let's hear a 'We Are!' for these Penn Staters — May 21

May 21, 2026

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A food demonstration occurring at the Ag Progress Day's Family Room

Family Room activities at Ag Progress Days to focus on health and wellness

July 08, 2026

A group of students pose with a trophy.

Penn State National Residence Hall Honorary chapter earns national recognition

July 08, 2026

A person looking through a telescope with two people standing next to her.

AstroFest 2026 offers four nights of stargazing, astronomy activities July 8-11

July 07, 2026

Five people walk along a campus sidewalk outside an academic building. One person holding papers faces the group as they approach, with trees, grass, and outdoor seating visible nearby.

Greater Allegheny welcomes inaugural radiological sciences cohort

July 07, 2026

Three colorful banners sway high in the breeze above the street

2026 Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts to be held July 8-12

July 06, 2026

A sculptural rabbit with a white collar over its eyes by artist Darla Jackson

HUB-Robeson Galleries to present Darla Jackson's 'In Dreams'

July 06, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — July 6

July 06, 2026

a collage of multiple photos, including participants watching panels and speaking with one another at a banquet.

Penn State hosts manufacturing research conference with record attendance

July 06, 2026

APD Family Activities

Family-friendly fun planned for Penn State’s Ag Progress Days

July 03, 2026

A group picture of students and advisors posing for a picture

York's Future Business Leaders of America national champs, finalists for 2026

July 02, 2026

Wooden signpost with three directional signs labeled CAREER against a blue sky with clouds

Penn State Altoona invites employers to register for fall career fairs

July 02, 2026

Rates announced for 2026-27 Student Health Insurance Plan

July 01, 2026

Berkey Creamery flavor contest to celebrate one millionth degree at Penn State

July 01, 2026

APD Equine Events

From gentle giants to miniature horses: Ag Progress Days equine events planned

July 01, 2026

Fireworks are shown exploding in the sky.

The Medical Minute: Let the experts handle the Independence Day fireworks

July 01, 2026

Dan Murphy named senior director of administration, chief of staff for Student Affairs

June 30, 2026

A screenshot of a video featuring the Penn State alma mater playing on the Old Main bell tower chimes

Sights and Sounds: Old Main bell tower rings the Alma Mater

June 29, 2026

Center for Arts and Crafts opens registration for summer classes, workshops

June 29, 2026

A person in the shadow raises their hands in the shape of a diamond in the foreground of a lit "THON" sign

THON Weekend 2027 to be held Feb. 19-21

June 29, 2026

Independence Day holiday parking and service changes, 4th Fest impacts announced

June 29, 2026

A flock of white chickens free grazes on a farm

How Penn State Beaver is helping farmers respond sooner to animal health challenges

June 29, 2026

Commonwealth Campus id+ offices update replacement ID and photo submissions

June 29, 2026

Parking Office entrance, University Park, Penn State

2026-27 RIDEpass program updates expand grad student access, simplify enrollment

June 26, 2026

Ron Darbeau sitting at a table with a tablet device in front of him and the words Penn State Volunteers on the wall behind him.

WATCH: Penn State Altoona, a commitment to central Pennsylvania

June 25, 2026

Male adult student smiles with greenery in background.

'(N)SO excited to meet you': Meet 2026 orientation leader Al Alvarez

June 24, 2026

Megan McKnight named director of Health Promotion and Wellness at Penn State

June 24, 2026

Don Toliver brings 'NITROUS – OCTANE WORLD TOUR' to the BJC on Sept. 2

June 23, 2026

Inaugural Gail E. Latimer, RN Nursing Leadership Lecture examines AI in nursing

June 23, 2026

Students sitting outside with a "Spend a Summer Day" sign behind them

Penn State Berks invites prospective students to summer admissions events

June 23, 2026

A band plays music to a crowd sitting in the grass

Student Farm and Food Systems to host eighth annual Summer Solstice Celebration

June 23, 2026

Three young girls crouch over food on aluminum foil during a youth science project.

Behrend’s 'College for Kids' to feature sand molds and sleight-of-hand magic

June 23, 2026

Ryan Denicola standing outside, smiling

Ryan Denicola to oversee athletics facilities, operations at Wilkes-Barre campus

June 22, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Let's give a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — June 22

June 22, 2026

Sparks Building on Penn State University Park campus

Drais-Parrillo, Laine named inaugural Liberal Arts Teaching Professors

June 22, 2026

School of Music announces 2026-27 Rhapsody Series

June 22, 2026

A monarch butterfly on a flowering plant.

Penn State Master Gardeners support pollinator research across Pennsylvania

June 22, 2026

An image with blue/green background and purplish image of Shakespeare

Firefly Rep presents Shakespeare’s liars, schemers in partnership with Arboretum

June 17, 2026

A thirsty man in the sun drinks a bottle of water.

The Medical Minute: Sweltering summer? Avoid heat-related illness

June 17, 2026

A group of students stand with calligraphy art pieces in a lecture hall.

Language club brings relaxation to students with Chinese calligraphy

June 17, 2026

Palmer Museum opens juried show of contemporary art for the USA's 250th

June 16, 2026

photo collage showing process of children making paper with plant material

Libraries’ Conservation Centre holds summer 2026 Arboretum papermaking events

June 16, 2026

A globe showing Central and Eastern Europe

Additional details available on upcoming platform change for Global Safety Network

June 16, 2026

Gary Liguori, chancellor and dean of Penn State Abington

WATCH: Penn State Abington, a commitment to Greater Philadelphia

June 15, 2026

Transportation Services announces 2026 Juneteenth holiday service changes

June 15, 2026

We Are Weekend graphic with Nittany Lion

We Are Weekend offers summertime fun for Penn Staters

June 12, 2026

A large group of people hang out together at an event, wearing colorful clothes

Celebrate Juneteenth 2026 with community events June 19-20

June 12, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot does a handstand next to a sculpture outside

Penn State updates youth program policies ahead of summer camp season

June 11, 2026

Lee Kump, dean of the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences

Virtual Speaker Session to highlight research in Earth and mineral sciences

June 10, 2026

Penn State Alumni Association Hintzpiration: Artistry at the Alumni Center, July 10–11, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Hintzpiration returns to the Hintz Family Alumni Center during Arts Fest Weekend

June 10, 2026

Penn State publishes 2025 Drinking Water Quality Report

June 09, 2026

Wild Child graphic in yellow and black

Penn State Centre Stage summer productions focus on human connection

June 08, 2026

Aerial view of the Penn State University Park campus with Old Main most prominently shown

IRONMAN triathlon June 14 to impact campus and community roads, campus parking

June 08, 2026

A screenshot of a video that commemorates the 125th anniversary of the Penn State alma mater

Raise the song: Penn State Alma Mater marks 125 years

June 08, 2026

Megan Nagel photo portrait

WATCH: Penn State Greater Allegheny, a commitment to the Mon Valley

June 08, 2026

A lone student walks away from the camera next to a flag that reads "Welcome home. You belong here."

Undergraduate Admissions gearing up for ‘Spend a Summer Day’

June 08, 2026

blue projection onto a white wall

Tech and web professionals gather to explore AI, innovation and collaboration

June 05, 2026

Barb Anderson, a longtime volunteer at Penn State Behrend's Math Options Career Day, poses in McGarvey Commons.

Behrend retiree helped shape Math Options Career Day

June 05, 2026

‘Feral Botanica’ by artist Hidenori Ishii

HUB-Robeson Galleries to present ‘Feral Botanica’ by artist Hidenori Ishii

June 05, 2026

An educator wearing a glove holds a barred owl during an outdoor wildlife presentation as another staff member speaks nearby.

Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center holds 50th Anniversary Celebration

June 03, 2026

Two students stand in front of a stack of mattress toppers collected during the move-out period in May.

Mattress-topper recycling pilot diverts waste, reduces emissions during move out

June 02, 2026

A residence hall surrounded by green trees

Meeghan Hollis named senior director of Residence Life at Penn State

June 01, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — June 1

June 01, 2026

Jim Brown prepares to put the final scoop on longtime run at Penn State Creamery

May 29, 2026

4-week Job Search Accelerator webinar series promotional image

Alumni Career Services launches free Job Search Accelerator webinar series

May 29, 2026

Graduates stand during Penn State Behrend's spring 2026 commencement ceremony.

Behrend commencement speaker explains ‘maker’s way through uncertainty’

May 22, 2026

The Nittany Lion mascot

Let's hear a 'We Are!' for these Penn Staters — May 21

May 21, 2026

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