As part of our regular “We Are!” feature, we recognize 20 Penn Staters who have gone above and beyond what’s asked of them in their work at the University.
The Art Space at Penn State Schuylkill will feature Robert McCormick’s exhibition, "Reclamation: From Coal Dust to Hope," from March 1 to 29, with gallery hours noon to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. McCormick, known for his Modern Primitive style, captures the history and transformation of Pennsylvania’s Anthracite Region through painting and mixed media. An artist reception and gallery talk will take place on March 6, and a book reading will be held on March 18.
A team of Penn State faculty, led by Joseph Squillace, has received a $1.78 million DOJ grant to develop Virtual Reality (VR) technology aimed at preventing school violence and cyberbullying through education and training. The three-year project, in collaboration with local school districts and law enforcement agencies, focuses on advancing equity in violence prevention for historically underserved communities. By creating real-world VR scenarios addressing issues like racism, xenophobia, and sexual assault, the initiative provides students and educators with a safe, controlled environment to develop effective prevention strategies.
Penn State Schuylkill partnered with Tyler Wilde, a Boy Scout from Troop 611 in Pine Grove, Pennsylvania, to host a Miller-Keystone Blood Center drive on Jan. 30 as part of his Eagle Scout project. Wilde set a goal of securing 28 blood donors but exceeded expectations by collecting 33 donations, providing potentially lifesaving aid to the community. This initiative reflects Penn State Schuylkill’s commitment to community engagement, supporting individuals like Wilde who strive to make a meaningful impact.
