John Nauright, associate dean for research and innovation and special assistant for health initiatives in the College of Human Sciences and Education at Louisiana State University, has been named dean of the University College at Penn State, effective July 1.
Penn State Schuylkill has announced the appointment of Cierra Abrachinsky as the campus’ new director of cooperative education and career services starting June 1.
Student panelists highlighted the real-world learning experiences they've participated in at Penn State during a joint meeting of the University's Board of Trustees Committees on Research and Technology and Student Success, on May 7.
The Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing at Penn State Schuylkill held its third annual Nursing Pinning Ceremony on Friday, May 8, recognizing 29 bachelor of science in nursing graduates as they prepared to enter the profession.
The Penn State Sustainable Labs Program continues to expand its reach across campuses while advancing efforts to reduce the environmental impact of research spaces. The 2025–26 cohort included 20 labs spanning multiple colleges, with seven labs recertifying after participating in the program’s inaugural 2022–23 cohort. The program supports research teams in adopting sustainable practices without compromising scientific discovery, with participation remaining free to all labs.
Penn State Schuylkill celebrated its 81st commencement with two ceremonies held May 8 and 9, honoring more than 130 graduates across a variety of academic programs.
Penn State Sustainability has announced the 2026 recipients of its annual awards. These accolades, including the John Roe Sustainability Impact Award and the Student Sustainability Advisory Council Tree Award, commend the extraordinary contributions of students in spearheading sustainability initiatives.
Penn State Schuylkill recognized the achievements of its students during the annual Student Affairs Awards Ceremony on April 30, celebrating those who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, service and athletics. The event highlighted the impact students have made both on campus and within the surrounding community, honoring their dedication and commitment throughout the academic year.
Penn State Schuylkill will host a roundtable, “Harvesting Insights: Using Data and AI to Map Local Food Needs,” on May 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., bringing together community partners to address food insecurity. The event will feature discussions on identifying gaps in food access, artificial intelligence demonstrations and networking opportunities, with participants receiving a $20 gift card. Registration is required and seating is limited.
Penn State Schuylkill celebrated the achievements of its student-athletes during the annual Student-Athlete Recognition Ceremony, known as “The Nittanys,” held April 28 at Catalpa Grove.
