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Penn State DuBois to welcome Tom Krieglstein on Oct. 3

The Penn State DuBois Office of Student Engagement will welcome students and members of the public to Hiller Auditorium on Thursday, Oct. 3, to hear from leadership speaker Tom Krieglstein.




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HDFS program at Penn State DuBois hosts future opportunities panels for students

The Human Development and Family Studies program at Penn State DuBois recently held two panel events aimed at preparing students for life after graduation. The first event, the annual grad school panel, took place on Sept. 12, while the second event, the internship panel, was hosted on Sept. 19.




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Students complete first post high school CNC program at Penn State DuBois

Four local high school graduates recently completed a comprehensive Computer Numerical Control (CNC) training program at Penn State DuBois, preparing them for in-demand careers in manufacturing.




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Penn State DuBois Wildlife Technology Program achieves reaccreditation

Recently, the Wildlife Technology Program at Penn State DuBois earned reaccreditation with the North American Wildlife Technology Association for five years.




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Paranormal investigator John Zaffis to visit Penn State DuBois on Oct. 17

The Penn State DuBois Office of Student Engagement will welcome students and members of the public to Hiller Auditorium on Thursday, Oct. 17, when paranormal investigator John Zaffis visits campus.




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Penn State DuBois honors students embark on European cultural adventure

Before the fall semester started, 19 honors students from Penn State DuBois embarked on an unforgettable journey across Europe, visiting Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and France. The weeklong trip, part of the honors scholar program, allowed students to immerse themselves in new cultures, savor local cuisines, explore historical landmarks, and encounter diverse wildlife.




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Link Penn State to offer info about changing campuses and colleges

First- and second-year students are invited to attend sessions through Link Penn State to learn more about the change-of-campus process. 




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Penn State DuBois, Engineering Ambassadors host annual Discover Engineering Day

High school students from the region recently gathered at Penn State DuBois to participate in Discover Engineering Day, an event designed to introduce them to the vast opportunities available within the engineering field.




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Penn State DuBois to host Penn State Laureate Michele Dunleavy on Oct. 23

Penn State DuBois will welcome Michele Dunleavy, professor of dance in the School of Theatre, to campus on Oct. 23 for a live performance that includes storytelling and the potential for audience participation.




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DuBois IST students benefit from equipment partnership with Penn State IT

The Penn State DuBois Information Sciences and Technology program has significantly enhanced its technological resources through a new partnership with Penn State Information Technology leadership and IT Infrastructure. This collaboration will expand hands-on learning opportunities for students, while saving the campus tens of thousands of dollars in equipment costs.




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Penn State DuBois men’s basketball opens season with back-to-back wins

The Penn State DuBois men’s basketball team started the 2024-25 season on a high note, winning its first two games over the weekend in strong showings against Bucks County Community College and Central Penn at Penn State Mont Alto.




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Penn State DuBois basketball teams get seasons up and running

The Penn State DuBois basketball season is off to a competitive start, with both the men’s and women’s teams showcasing their skills in early games. The women’s team began its campaign on a high note, capturing a commanding victory, while the men’s team fought a hard battle in a closely contested home opener.




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Far from the green, green grass of home

What kind of person does God call to the Arabian Peninsula?




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Between two worlds

Creating a getaway for Christian workers in tough places can make all the difference.




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Outreach in the Arabian Peninsula

Short-term outreach in the Arabian Peninsula provides cultural exposure and missions experience for visitors from around the world.




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Sand between their toes

Couple goes to the Arabian Gulf for three years of adventure and income; over 30 years later, they’re still serving in the Arabian Peninsula.




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What I wish I had known before becoming a tent-maker

Senior leader shares valuable insights about tent making in the Arab world, learned from 14 years of experience working cross culturally.




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“Is she like Bin Laden?”

An interesting question from an Arab man to a bookstore worker that led to a Gospel conversation.




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Healing and visions in the Arabian Peninsula

Muslim background believers in the Arabian Peninsula experience healing and visions in their journey to faith.




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The power of encouragement

Encouragement and honesty help a local believer persevere through difficult times.




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Wedding crashing in the Arabian Peninsula

OM MENA writer Nicole James experiences Arab hospitality when she accepts a same-day wedding invitation.




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Learning a language, making a friend

A long-term worker shares how learning Arabic has impacted her life and friendships in the Arabian Peninsula.




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MENAnews: A 22-hour adventure in faith

OMer's in the Arabian Peninsula set out on a faith adventure with two goals: sleep in a local home and give away a Bible.




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Good tidings of gingerbread men

Radio conversation about gingerbread cookies gives OM worker in the Arabian Peninsula a chance to share the true story of Christmas with local friends.




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Ten tensions faced by OM workers in the Arabian Peninsula

OM workers in the Arabian Peninsula talk about tensions they encounter as they live, work and serve.




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Exponential potential

OM is partnering with a multi-organisational initiative to send mission-minded expatriates from the Arabian Peninsula to the least reached people around the globe.




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Friendships are for sharing

Worker uses local friend’s introductions to intentionally share truth with young men.




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When Muslims are more like Jesus than I am

“While I waited the remaining few minutes for my flight, I processed what had just happened. I recognised too much of the ‘Good Samaritan’ parable in the situation, and, unfortunately, I wasn’t the unlikely passer-by who went out of the way to help: it was the Muslim woman,” shares Nicole.




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News24 Business | Social media, proper targeting, chatbots - all part of growing proptech trends in 2022

Proptech refers to the use of technology and software to assist the real estate market with its needs.




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News24 Business | TAKE A LOOK | Kyalami Corner owner to open new R210m mall in Roodepoort

The Kwena Square will cost R210 million. It will have 23 stores, a drive-thru RocoMamas and 407 parking bays.




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News24 Business | Tito Mboweni appointed as chairman of property group

Accelerate Property Fund owns Fourways Mall, along with other smaller shopping centres and other properties in Johannesburg and Cape Town.




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News24 Business | TAKE A LOOK | SA's biggest landlord to turn Bedfordview office park into luxury apartments

Growthpoint Properties will spend R200 million to convert its 35 000 square metre Riverwoods office park into a resort with luxury apartments.




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News24 Business | Still reeling from the July riots damage, four Fortress properties have been flooded

Four of Fotress's properties were affected by floods. But the company said only minor flood damage and no significant structural damage has been identified so far.




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News24 Business | Mall's well that ends well: Shopping centres starting to fill up again – FNB study

The number of "ghost town" malls that were ubiquitous throughout South Africa in the past two years is declining as the demand for retail space strengthens.




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News24 Business | With 3 000 apartments a year, and 28 estates to go, Balwin has no plans of slowing down

After handing over almost 3 000 apartments to their owners, residential estates developer, Balwin's revenues surpassed R3 billion for the first time in the company's 26-year history.




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News24 Business | Home rentals bounce back: See where in SA tenants pay the most (and the least)

Residential rental growth has reached its best levels since the pandemic started, a new report shows.




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News24 Business | Should you rent or buy a home right now? Experts weigh in

While interest rates have been seen painful hikes, they remain below pandemic levels, and property demand looks in relatively good shape. But one property expert warned against buying a home now.




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News24 Business | SA's priciest rentals: Here's what you'll get if you cough up R300k per month

A survey shows a mansion in Constantia, Cape Town can fetch R290 000 per month, while on the Garden Route, one can pay up to R55 000 per day for short-term holiday rentals.




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News24 Business | PICS | Looking to rent? Here's what you'll get for R20 000 a month, and where

The rental market is recovering, including in higher rental brackets. and estate agents reveal what you can get for R20 000 a month.




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News24 Business | Yes, it's more expensive to rent – but increases are still below inflation

There was positive rental growth in all provinces despite tenants feeling the pinch due to challenging economic conditions, according to the latest Payprop Rental Index.




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News24 Business | Say hi to 'Sandton 2.0', as swanky suburb beefs up security with artificial intelligence

While some were writing Sandton's obituary during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, when the work-from-home phenomenon became the norm, others - like its property owners and businesses - were planning its revival.




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News24 Business | Buyers from Gauteng, Europe snapping up trophy homes in Cape Town

About 80% of trophy home sales in Cape Town were along the Atlantic Seaboard, especially in Camps Bay, Clifton, Bantry Bay, Fresnaye and at the Waterfront.




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Presentations highlight daylong U.S. Media Literacy Week Celebration

A series of free public presentations, each focused on a different aspect of consuming news and related information, highlight a U.S. Media Literacy Week Celebration, scheduled Oct. 23 on the University Park campus, and will be held in-person and online.




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Education researcher outlines pathways for success for minoritized students

A new book by a College of Education professor offers insights into how educators can empower low-income students of color.




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Nicholas Palermo chosen as fall 2024 College of Education student marshal

Nicholas Palermo, a secondary social studies education major from Wexford, Pennsylvania, has been named the Penn State College of Education student marshal for the fall 2024 commencement ceremony.




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Classroom supply campaign to help Penn State alumni teachers exceeds expectations

The College of Education’s Staff Advisory Council is assisting the college’s alumni currently working as teachers with obtaining classroom supplies.




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12 Penn State faculty receive U.S. Fulbright Scholar Awards for 2024-25 year

Twelve Penn State faculty members received Fulbright Scholar Awards for the 2024-25 academic year, according to the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program. An additional four faculty members have been named Fulbright Specialist Award recipients.  




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JEDI Collaborative explores relationship between social justice and education

Ashley Patterson, associate professor of education and women’s, gender and sexuality studies at Penn State, explored the intersection between social justice, equity and education during a JEDI Collaborative speaker series event at Penn State Lehigh Valley. 




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University fellowships awarded to 110 graduate students

The J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School at Penn State named 110 graduate students as recipients of the 2024-25 University Graduate Fellowships and Distinguished Graduate Fellowships. The students were honored on Oct. 3 at a reception held at the Bryce Jordan Center.  




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New module to support caregivers of children who are neurodivergent

The Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness at Penn State, in partnership with the Department of Defense, has launched a new parent-education module designed to help parents and caregivers navigate the journey with their children who are neurodivergent or who have autism spectrum disorder.