The Nittany Lion got a makeover! The beloved shrine on the University Park campus recently underwent a renovation that took several months, during which time it was off limits to visitors. Now that the project is completed, the shrine is once again open to the public. In addition to improved landscaping and lighting, new accessibility…
Come celebrate the arts and connect with the Penn State community July 10 through 14! The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, fondly known as Arts Festival, is one of the highlights of summer in Happy Valley. Now in its 47th year, Arts Festival serves as an unofficial reunion weekend for Penn State alumni. Held…
Three World Campus students recently gained insight into the experience of going to law school by participating in a program offered each year at Penn State University Park. The students attended Penn State’s Explore Law, a week-long program hosted by Penn State’s Dickinson School of Law that explores the study of law, analysis lawyers use…
In April 1901, Penn State’s alma mater was written by Fred Lewis Pattee, Professor of American Literature at the University. Prior to its creation, Penn State did not have a college song, and Pattee wanted one that would encourage spirit and loyalty. The lyrics were composed to the tune of “Lead On Me” by Cauviere,…
Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon, affectionately shortened to just “THON”. Twelve million dollars raised this past February and just as many wishes for a cure for cancer. I begin with their mission statement: “The mission of the Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon is to conquer pediatric cancer by providing outstanding emotional and financial support to…
April 22 is Earth Day in the United States, and we wanted to share about some of the exciting Penn State sustainability initiatives that strive to cut down on waste, increase recycling, and promote sustainable living. 1. “No Can Do” The “No Can Do” initiative has the ambitious goal of having zero waste on campus.…
A recent snowfall gave the Penn State University Park campus a wintry look. As part of “A Walk Around Campus,” we bring you photos from this year’s snowy campus. Check out the slideshow below and on our Flickr page.
The Fall 2012 Penn State World Campus and Continuing Education Graduation Celebration was held on December 21, 2012. We were so proud of our graduates, and so excited to meet them and their families and friends. A few photos from the event appear below, but you can check out many more photos from the celebration…
Fall is a beautiful time on the University Park campus. The leaves are changing, the weather is getting colder, and it’s getting darker sooner. Join us as we tour campus during this incredible season.
Old Main has been a prominent landmark for the Penn State University Park campus for many years. On cold winter nights, you can find students catching snowflakes on its lawn, and in the spring a good game of Frisbee. It also is one of the most photographed places in University Park, second only to the…
