On May 9, Penn State Schuylkill hosted its second annual pinning ceremony to honor the 33 graduating students from Penn State's Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing. The ceremony marked a significant milestone for these students as they transition from academics to professional nursing practice.
On May 1, Penn State Schuylkill celebrated the remarkable achievements of its student-athletes during the annual Student-Athlete Recognition Ceremony, held in a packed Morgan Auditorium. The evening served as a powerful tribute to the dedication, talent, and resilience of students from 15 different sports teams, who were honored for their performance on the field, in the classroom, and in the community.
"From Concept to Creation: Uncovering the Making of Scholarly and Creative Accomplishments" is a Penn State podcast that explores the research journey. The season three finale features Penn State New Kensington graduate Elizabeth Schachte, highlighting her path through research, service and student success.
Mariam Sylla, a graduating nursing student at the Penn State Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing on the Penn State Schuylkill campus, reflects on her transformative academic journey marked by growth, mentorship and a strong sense of community.
On April 29, Penn State Schuylkill celebrated student excellence during its annual Student Affairs Awards Ceremony, recognizing achievements in academics, athletics, leadership, and service. The event highlighted the dedication of these students and their impact on both campus and community.
The Penn State Schuylkill Beekeeping Club has experienced a remarkable revival under the leadership of faculty adviser Mary Ann Smith and student co-presidents James Bell and Zachary Fisher. Originally founded in 2021, the club was reinvigorated after nearly dissolving, and has since expanded its hive count, club membership, and community outreach.
Penn State’s chapter of EnvironMentors held its annual research symposium on April 26 at the Pasquerilla Spiritual Center at Penn State University Park. The EnvironMentors program partners high school students with faculty and undergraduate student mentors in science, technology, engineering and math to plan and conduct environmental research projects.
During finals week, De-stress Fest takes place at five branch libraries across the University Park campus and at six Penn State campuses, offering free snacks, games and activities. At Pattee Library, visit the Leisure Reading Room in Central Pattee Library from 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday, May 4, through Tuesday, May 6, for free coffee, snacks and crafts.
Penn State business students said their course work in global leadership this semester and an immersive trip to Denmark have deepened their understanding of what it takes to navigate different cultures.
Stephan Spolski, who will graduate this spring, transferred to Penn State Schuylkill seeking a supportive and engaging environment — and found exactly that. He immersed himself in academics and campus life, serving as a tutor, mentor, lab assistant and student leader in multiple clubs. His biology major was inspired by personal experiences with orthopedic surgery, leading him to conduct research and shadow orthopedic physicians.
