Penn State's University Faculty Senate on Tuesday (April 24) held its final meeting of 2011-12. The Senate announced election results, passed several pieces of legislation and received numerous informational reports. (more)
The Penn State Board of Trustees will hold its regular bi-monthly meeting on Friday (March 16) on the campus of the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. The meeting will be streamed live by Penn State Public Broadcasting at http://wpsu.org/live. The meeting will begin at 1:15 p.m. with remarks from President Rodney Erickson. (more)
A Penn State Tumblr blog launched this winter showcases for a young audience the University's research and teaching in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields. Big Black Glasses gears its content and design to a pre-college crowd. With a name that highlights Tumblr-trending topics such as "geek chic" and "nerdy swag," the blog features University research in a boldly visual manner. Regularly updated with current material, it uses dynamic images, short animations and intriguing STEM subjects that intersect with pop culture. Drawing from the rich resources of Penn State research, Big Black Glasses also features NASA, Scientific American, Wired Magazine and other scientific sources. (more)
If not for Penn State, says Jack Wheeler, he'd be the owner of "a nice little cafe in a nice small town." Instead, his gluten-free bakery enjoys nationwide sales -- and the satisfaction that comes with improving the lives of others. Hear how Penn State helped turn this local Pennsylvania company into a national business. Penn State for PA (PSU4PA) tells the stories of Pennsylvania residents whose businesses and communities have been transformed by Penn State teaching, research and service. (more)
"Economically, farming has always been difficult, and we need to be moving forward if we're going to stay here and keep doing the work that we love," says Brad Hollabaugh, business manager of the family-owned Hollabaugh Brothers, Inc. Fruit Farm & Market in Biglerville, Pa. Penn State helps Pennsylvania farmers do just that, with research and advice from many different areas. Learn how Penn State research and consulting help local farmers improve every aspect of their businesses. Penn State for PA (PSU4PA) tells the stories of Pennsylvania residents whose businesses and communities have been transformed by Penn State teaching, research and service. (more)
Kelly M. Austin, vice president of finance and administration at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, has been named the new chancellor at Penn State Schuylkill, effective June 1. He replaces previous Schuylkill chancellor R. Keith Hillkirk, who moved to the same role at Penn State Berks in 2011. Stephen Couch, director of academic affairs, has served as interim chancellor since July. "Dr. Austin brings exceptional leadership experience to Penn State Schuylkill," said Madlyn Hanes, vice president for Commonwealth Campuses. "His accomplished service in senior administrative roles -- most notably in finance and business operations, academic and student support and community relations -- speaks to his broad expertise." (more)
As a new mom, Christie Fugate admits, she didn't know what "normal" was. "You get all this stuff at your baby shower, (and) you don't know how you're supposed to get it installed," she said. So Christie was grateful to learn about Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital's Pediatric Injury Prevention Program, which taught her how to properly install her baby's car seat. Learn how Penn State is helping ensure car seats will keep baby safe. Penn State for PA (PSU4PA) tells the stories of Pennsylvania residents whose businesses and communities have been transformed by Penn State teaching, research and service. (more)
Penn State's University Park community honors the life and work of Martin Luther King, Jr. with a simple yet powerful message to "Stand Up!" during its 27th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration. The commemoration will be highlighted by a performance by Barry Scott, an authority on the life and works of King whose one-man play "Ain't Got Long to Stay Here" dramatizes the Civil Rights era. Scott recreates numerous figures of the era, capturing differing opinions and personalities that King faced. He will perform at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 16 at Eisenhower Auditorium. Journalist and social activist Jeff Johnson will be keynote speaker for the Evening Celebration scheduled for 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 18 at Schwab Auditorium. Johnson is an award-winning journalist and commentator in national media who is committed to fostering broad-based communication about issues of race, politics, popular culture and socioeconomics. (more)
With the state's largest rural population, Westmoreland County has "a huge need" for the kind of information and services that only Penn State can provide, says Greg Phillips, CEO and district manager of the Westmoreland Conservation District. Find out how Westmoreland County is taking advantage of Penn State's resources, research, and reputation for high-quality expertise. Penn State for PA (PSU4PA) tells the stories of Pennsylvania residents whose businesses and communities have been transformed by Penn State teaching, research and service. (more)
What's the recipe for a successful bakery? Sandi Smith, of Palmyra, Pa., says Penn State has given her most of the ingredients through the Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program (PennTAP). See how Smith combines PennTAP knowledge with her baking expertise to make Sandi's Breads a hot business. Penn State for PA (PSU4PA) tells the stories of Pennsylvania residents whose businesses and communities have been transformed by Penn State teaching, research and service. (more)
