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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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Police seek information on vehicle in criminal mischief and theft

University Police are attempting to identify this vehicle and its driver in connection with a criminal mischief and theft incident that occurred outside Beaver Stadium. The vehicle is a gray or silver colored sedan, possibly a Toyota. The vehicle should have substantial damage to the passenger side front and rear door, be missing the front passenger side hubcap, as well as have damage to the front bumper. Call 814-863-1111 with any information.
Friday, March 02, 2012

University Police are attempting to identify a vehicle and its driver in connection with a criminal mischief and theft incident. The vehicle was seen on camera damaging property at approximately 4:15 a.m. on Feb. 28 around Beaver Stadium. Damage caused by the vehicle included damage to gates, driving on the grass and knocking down two signs, including a "Paternoville" marker, which the driver then took from the scene. Police have identified the vehicle as as a gray or silver Toyota Camry with after-market hub caps. The vehicle should have substantial damage to the passenger side front and rear door, be missing the front passenger side hubcap, as well as have damage to the front bumper. Please contact University Police with any information pertaining to the identity of the driver. (more)

Police investigating suspicious activity

Saturday, February 18, 2012

Penn State University Police are investigating several incidents in which an unknown male contacted multiple female students offering them $500 Victoria's Secret gift cards. The male would refuse to identify himself and also would request to meet the students in person. Anyone who has experienced similar activity or has any information should contact University Police at 814-863-1111 or Centre County Crime Stoppers at 1-877-99-CRIME. Those providing information that leads to an arrest may be eligible for a Crime Stoppers reward of up to $1,000. Anonymous tips can be submitted at http://www.police.psu.edu/witness/ online. (more)

Penn State police seek help in identifying suspect

Police are seeking help in identifying this person in connection with a burglary in Willard Building on Penn State's University Park campus.
Monday, January 09, 2012

Penn State Police continue to investigate a burglary that occurred in Willard Building at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 10. University Police are attempting to identify an individual seen on a surveillance camera.
Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact Penn State University Police at 814-863-1111 or Centre County Crime Stoppers at 1-877-99-CRIME. Callers may remain anonymous or may visit the Penn State University Police Silent Witness Web Site (more)

Campus announces faculty and staff appointments

Friday, January 06, 2012

Penn State Beaver has announced four faculty and staff appointments effective for the spring semester. Ana Beatriz Areas da Luz Fontes was named assistant professor of psychology, and Tiffany L. MacQuarrie was appointed instructor in English. Barbara Jean Bertges has been named assistant athletic director, and Anthony W. Budris is the new police services supervisor. (more)

Emergency closes portion of Shortlidge Road

Friday, December 16, 2011

Penn State Police have closed Shortlidge Road between Curtin Road and just south of the Smeal Business Building at Park Avenue on the University Park campus. Everyone is urged to avoid the area. The road will remain closed through 3:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 19. The closure is due to a leak in a low-pressure steam line. It is unknown how long the road will be closed. (more)

Penn State Police seek help identifying suspect

Police are seeking help in identifying this person in connection with a burglary in Willard Building on Penn State's University Park campus.
Thursday, December 15, 2011

Penn State Police are investigating a burglary that occurred in Willard Building at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 10. University Police are attempting to identify an individual seen on a surveillance camera. (more)

Officers honored for swift, life-saving response to medical emergency

From left, Nittany Lion Inn employee Crisoforo Sandoval, Penn State Police Office Michelle Beckenbaugh, Deputy Sheriff Richard Smith of the Centre County Sheriff's Department and Penn State Police Chief Tyrone Parham. Beckenbaugh and Smith helped to save Sandoval's life on Nov. 8.
Wednesday, December 14, 2011

A group of University employees attending CPR training took a break from class on Dec. 14 to witness firsthand the importance of being certified. In a ceremony held on the University Park campus, Penn State Police Officer Michelle Beckenbaugh and Deputy Sheriff Richard Smith of the Centre County Sheriff's Department were honored for their quick, life-saving response in a medical emergency. (more)

Suspect in domestic dispute jailed, arraigned

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Michael Delullo, 21, of St. Marys, Pa., turned himself in to police at University Park last night after a domestic abuse incident involving a gun. Police said Delullo was involved in a dispute with a female student who resides in Donkin Hall in White Course Apartments on campus. During the incident, he displayed a handgun and threatened to kill himself. The female escaped the apartment and when she returned, he was gone. (more)

Police seek help identifying suspect

Police seek assistance in identifying this person.
Tuesday, November 01, 2011

Penn State Police are seekking the identity of the person in the image accompanying this story, in connection with a criminal trespass incident in Curtin Hall on the University Park campus. (more)

Emergency Management embarks on new goals to enhance readiness

Thursday, October 20, 2011

To Brian Bittner, emergency plans aren't documents that collect dust. They are guides that employees can reference to see what to do, what to expect from others, and how to work together to lessen the impact of an emergency and continue business afterward. (more)