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Firefighters battled a controlled blaze on the tarmac at Penn State's University Park Airport on May 23 during a full-scale emergency exercise. The exercise was designed to provide real-time training and recertification for emergency response personnel from around the Centre Region.

University Park Airport Emergency Response Exercise

A moment of levity: Penn State Lehigh Valley graduates celebrated with the Nittany Lion after commencement ceremonies, held May 5 at Stabler Arena in Bethlehem, Pa.

Commencement across Penn State: Spring 2012

New graduates of Penn State's Eberly College of Science listened to the commencement address provided by United States Secretary of Energy Steven Chu during spring 2012 graduation ceremonies held May 5 at the Bryce Jordan Center on the University Park campus.

Spring commencement 2012 under way

A Moroccan farmer taught Penn State students about the properties of vetiver grass, including its ability to clean wastewater. The grass could be used as part of a solution to water-quality problems being experienced in Assoul, Morocco, where students spent time recently.

Penn State, Moroccan students problem-solve together

Anjelica Fortunato, left, and Jeffrey Lu reviewed for their Anatomy 129 final exam on May 1 on the HUB-Robeson Center Lawn on Penn State's University Park campus. Penn State students are preparing for and taking final exams throughout the week as spring semester 2012 comes to a close.

Finals Week Spring Semester 2012

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Painting the Lines at Beaver Stadium

Painting the Lines at Beaver Stadium

Did They Get It Right? - RedTails

Did They Get It Right? - RedTails

Iconic Penn State elm taken down over spring break 2012

Iconic Penn State elm taken down over spring break 2012

We ... are Penn State (December 19, 2011)

We ... are Penn State (December 19, 2011)

Disease stricken matching elm tree slated for removal

Disease stricken matching elm tree slated for removal

Penn State's creamery, from the cow to the cone

Penn State's creamery, from the cow to the cone

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Chocolate Miracle Race is set for June 16

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

The Hershey Company will hold the ninth annual Chocolate Miracle 5K Race on Saturday, June 16. Proceeds from the race benefit Children's Miracle Network at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital. (more)

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Wednesday, May 23, 2012

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The Medical Minute: No such thing as a 'safe' tan

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

In the United States, one person dies of melanoma every hour. Incidence of melanoma continues to rise in young adults -- particularly among female adolescents and young adults -- because they are much more likely to use UV tanning beds. (more)

The Medical Minute: Solitaire for stroke -- It's not a game

Monday, May 21, 2012

Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in North America -- down from third. Despite this "improvement," stroke remains the leading cause of adult disability. (more)

Penn State researcher plays role in leukemia gene mutation discovery

Friday, May 18, 2012

A gene mutation is an underlying cause of LGL leukemia, according to a study published in the May 17 edition of New England Journal of Medicine and co-authored by a Penn State Hershey Cancer Institute researcher. (more)

Metabolic syndrome in teens linked to lack of fiber in diet

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Metabolic syndrome, often a precursor of type 2 diabetes, has become increasingly prevalent among American adolescents, and a major reason may be a low level of fiber consumption. (more)

Inaugural personalized medicine symposium scheduled

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

The inaugural symposium of Penn State Hershey Institute for Personalized Medicine will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, June 8, at Penn State Hershey University Conference Center. The day will feature six noted speakers and poster presentations about advancements in personalized medicine. (more)

Annual Melanoma Mini-Symposium set for May 21

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

The 11th Annual Melanoma Mini-Symposium will be held noon to 4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 21, in the Junker Auditorium on the campus of Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine. This year's theme is Natural and Synthetic Nanoparticle for Treating and Imaging Melanoma. (more)

Penn State Hershey and LG Health initiate pediatric partnership

Monday, May 14, 2012

Infants, children and young adults admitted as patients to Lancaster General Hospital now have onsite access to care from Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital pediatricians. The service is part of a new pediatric hospitalist partnership between Lancaster General Health and Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. (more)

The Medical Minute: Injury prevention for children with special needs

Monday, May 14, 2012

Injuries are both predictable and preventable and the leading cause of death and disability for all children 1 to 14 years of age. All children and their families need information on keeping their children safe as they grow and wherever they are. (more)