Penn State President Eric Barron joined other leaders in higher education at a summit in New York to discuss ideas to make college more accessible and affordable for moderate- and low-income students.
In honor of Black History Month at Penn State, we take a look at the University’s first known African-American alumnus and alumna — Calvin Waller, class of 1905, and Mildred Settle Bunton, class of 1932.
Penn State joined colleges and universities around the country in providing feedback through several national education associations on proposed changes to Title IX regulations announced by the Department of Education in November.
Penn State Wilkes-Barre Continuing Education is hosting an SAT preparation course beginning March 12 for those students interested in taking the SAT exam in 2019. An online course is also available.
Penn State Wilkes-Barre’s January employee luncheon was hosted by Student Affairs and Athletics, who chose Special Olympics as the event’s charity recipient.
On Saturday, May 18, eight Penn State organizations will co-sponsor the 10th annual Penn State Day at Knoebels Amusement Park in Elysburg. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. at Pavilion M. A program will begin at 11 a.m. and will include lunch, a performance by the Alumni Blue Band, an appearance by the Nittany Lion, and prize raffles.
A representative from ABJ Drones will be giving a presentation and demonstration on the Penn State Wilkes-Barre campus. The talk will primarily focus on the use of drones for emergencies, fire, rescue and forensics.