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A lesson from my daughter

An OM worker's three-year-old daughter teaches her what it means to live as a Christian.




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An "out of this world" experience

Thousands of Teenstreet participants are challenged to join the work in God's plentiful harvest.




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A friend to strangers

The Xenos team in Germany enjoys sharing the love of Jesus with the many immigrants they meet.




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OMNIvision: Setting the stage for God to work

OMNIvision works behind the scenes at TeenStreet, OM’s international youth congress, providing top quality video for thousands of teens.




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Global Village: An idea from God

In its’ fourth year at TeenStreet, Global Village is an innovative and interactive project that allows teenagers and adults to have a living missions experience.




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Refugees accept Jesus as Saviour in Germany

OM team leader in Hamburg, where 400-500 refugees arrive daily, shares about meeting two young refugees who hunger to know the truth.




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Growing before going

Mosbach, Germany :: New crewmembers participate in OM’s GO Conference in Mosbach, Germany before heading for the ship.




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Transform 2016: Bringing love from the Sunshine State

During a Transform outreach in Germany, a short-term team enjoys God’s provision of good weather as they facilitated outdoor children’s programmes for refugees.




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Reaching out to refugees at TeenStreet

During TeenStreet 2016 a group of 29 people went to a refugee camp in Oldenburg, Germany to share the love of Christ.




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Vibrant communities of Jesus followers among immigrants in Germany

OM workers Elsbeth and Josef* are seeing vibrant communities of Jesus followers among least reached immigrants in Germany.




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Time for transition

Long-term workers transition from the Near East Field to Germany to serve Syrians and equip churches to reach out to refugees.




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Beer bottles, confetti and the Gospel of John

As ‘Karneval’ goers flooded the bars, Riverboat community members heading out on the streets to pray.




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Becoming certified agents on OM Riverboat

Disguised in different roles–from rebellious teenagers to homeless people to prostitutes and pimps–community members responsible for the onshore segment of The Agency experience act out the types of least reached people in society.




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Making friends with the least reached

After an onshore Frisbee game, OM Riverboats community members invite a Muslim woman on board and share God's Word with her.




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This little light of mine

The Riverboat community sailed from port-to-port to mobilise believers into missions and share the Hope of God together. How is life after the Riverboat?




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Prayer makes a difference

How prayer shaped the history of OM and how important prayer still is today.




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The God of India, Singapore and the Middle East

Doron's experience on Logos Hope shows him God's faithfulness and uncovers leadership abilities he is using today in a new role.




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Smeal spring 2020 marketing marshal credits parents for inquisitive nature

Ziqi Yin, who will graduate Saturday, May 9 with a degree in marketing and a minor in digital media trends and analytics, has been selected as Smeal’s spring 2020 marketing student marshal.




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Graduates, guests can test connection for Saturday’s virtual commencement

To prepare to view the University's virtual commencement ceremony on May 9, graduates and guests may on Thursday and Friday test the livestream and confirm that browser settings are adjusted to view the livestream.




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Aloqili named College of Earth and Mineral Sciences 2020 spring student marshal

Saeed Abbas A. Aloqili has been selected as the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences’ student marshal for Penn State's spring 2020 Commencement ceremony, which will be held virtually at 2 p.m. on May 9.




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Visits to campus landmarks discouraged; Lion Shrine to close for maintenance

University officials, who have discouraged visits to campus and campus landmarks due to COVID-19, are increasing signage and social distancing guidance around the sites, as visitors continue to seek photographs in those areas and appear to be ignoring health care recommendations.




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The Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity announces community award recipients

Each year the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity presents awards to Penn State students, staff, and faculty who are interested in and have shown a commitment to the Penn State LGBTQ+ community.




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University offers support, advice for off-campus students

Throughout the pandemic Penn State has been active in offering support and advice to all of its students, including those who normally reside off campus.




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Karl Schneider named College of Earth and Mineral Sciences science honor marshal

Karl P. Schneider, a Schreyer Scholar, has been selected as the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences’ science honor marshal for Penn State's spring 2020 Commencement ceremony, which will be held virtually at 2 p.m. on May 9.




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Section of Pollock Road to be closed starting May 11

Starting May 11 through June 26, a section of Pollock Road between Shortlidge Road and Bigler Road will be closed for facade repair on the Millennium Science Complex at University Park.




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Partial closure of Lot Red A near EES Building to begin May 11

The north section of Lot Red A located between the Earth and Engineering Sciences Building and the West Campus Intramural Fields at University Park will permanently close beginning Monday, May 11. All vehicles, including University department vehicles, must be removed from this area by Sunday night, May 10.




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The Teacher of the Year Went to Ethiopia to Train Educators—and Learned a Lot

Sydney Chaffee, the 2017 National Teacher of the Year, went to the capital of Ethiopia for a week to deliver workshops to teachers and students. She ended up learning important lessons, too.




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Wash. State District Cancels International Field Trips

A district in Washington state has halted all international field trips over concerns students in the country illegally wouldn't be able to get back in.




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Canadian in Paris: The Life and Work of an International Educator

In this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, Tom sits down with Daniel to learn more about his life as an international educator, the American School of Paris, Daniel's goals and challenges in international education, and what he thinks all American educators should know about international educat




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The Gates Foundation's Education Plans Go International

The foundation wants to help schools in developing countries have access to "better information, evidence, tools, and approaches to improve teaching and learning."




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International Transition - Building a RAFT

You have signed a contract with an international school and the excitement and anticipation is rising; along with some nervousness. The questions start running through your mind, "What was I thinking? How long am I going to be gone? What do I need to pack? Can I get Reese Peanut Butter Cups over the




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International Baccalaureate to Eliminate $172 Registration Fee

The organization hopes the change, which will take place starting with the next round of exams in November, will make it more affordable for students to take the tests.




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International Study Finds Major Inequities in Computer Literacy

Having access to a computer or tablet doesn't necessarily make students computer literate, according to a study of computer-literacy skills across countries.




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Performance Flat, But Gaps Widen in International Assessments

The United States has gained ground against other countries in a global assessment of teenagers' reading, math, and science skills. That's ironic, though, considering this country has been running in place for years in all three subjects.




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Save More Than 40 Percent on the Furbo Treat-Tossing Dog Camera

For just $139 you can keep tabs on your dog and send them treats wherever you are.




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Exclusive: Bitdefender Finds Security Hole in Wemo Smart Plug

Belkin's smart plug lets you use your smartphone to turn your devices on and off from anywhere, but Bitdefender found some holes in its security. Don't worry, Belkin has fixed the problem.




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Amazon, Apple, Google Team Up for Open-Source Smart-Home Standard

The project, which includes companies such as Philips Hue manufacturer Signify, Ikea, and Samsung SmartThings, will help ensure that smart home products work across platforms with the three voice assistants, Amazon's Alexa, Apple's Siri, and Google's Assistant.




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Charmin's Toilet Tech in the Running for Weirdest CES Gadgets

It's probably a joke, but at CES, you never know. The Charmin GoLab features a Bluetooth-enabled toilet paper delivery robot, a porta-potty VR headset, and a smell sensor that tells you when it's safe to enter the bathroom.




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Google Pumps Up Assistant Features, Translator Availability

Google Assistant Scheduled Actions lets you schedule actions in advance—so you can tell your coffee maker to start at 6 a.m. or your air conditioner to stop at 10 p.m.




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Flo by Moen Smart Water Shutoff

The Flo by Moen is a smart water meter that monitors water usage throughout your home, tests your system for leaks, and protects against water damage with an automatic shutoff feature.




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Magic Mirror on the Wall, Have I Worn This Outfit at All?

The Nessa mirror has a built-in camera that takes a photo of what you're wearing, uploads it to the cloud, and runs an algorithm to determine whether you've worn the outfit before or not.




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Score the Editors' Choice Eufy Smart Scale for $26.99

The Eufy smart scale normally costs $44.99, but Amazon is offering a 40 percent off coupon, which lowers the price to just $26.99.




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D-Link DCH-S161 Wi-Fi Water Sensor

The D-Link DCH-S161 Wi-Fi Water Sensor will let you know if your sink, water heater, or washing machine has sprung a leak and will trigger other smart devices to help prevent flooding and other damage.




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The Best Smart Speakers for 2020

Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri? The first step in choosing an AI companion is deciding which voice assistance platform is the right fit for your home. The second step is picking up one of the best smart speakers we've tested.




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The Best Smart Light Bulbs for 2020

One of the easiest ways to dive into smart home technology is with smart light bulbs. Here's what you need to know to get started, along with reviews of the top Bluetooth and Wi-Fi LEDs we've tested.




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Flo by Moen Smart Water Detector

The Flo by Moen Smart Water Detector will let you know when something in your house has sprung a leak, and when used with the Flo Smart Water Shutoff valve, it will prevent further damage by turning off your water supply.




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Canon's M-i1 Mini Projector Fits in a Pocket, Works Without a PC

It only weighs 235 grams, runs for two hours on a full charge, offers a screen size of up to 84-inches, and doubles as a mobile charger.




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Epson PowerLite 1795F Wireless Full HD 1080p 3LCD Projector

What's thin, light, and bright, with 1080p resolution? Epson's PowerLite 1795F Wireless Full HD 1080p 3LCD Projector, a highly portable model good with data-heavy images and excellent with video, but packing soft audio.




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The Best Home Projectors for 2020

These days, home projectors can do much more than show off photos from your latest vacation. Whether you're gaming, working, or watching home movies, here's how to find the right model, plus our top picks.




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The Best Projectors of 2020

Need to project an important business presentation, outfit a classroom, or take your show on the road? These are the top-rated projectors we've tested. Check out the details on portable projectors, as well as full-size models, in our deep-dive reviews.