c Penn State Altoona's visual art studies seniors showcase work online By news.psu.edu Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 15:16 -0400 Visual Art Studies program seniors Andrea Regalbuto and Gary Weyandt are showcasing their respective exhibitions “Flap/Flutter” and “MEDIAted” online via websites, Instagram, and virtual exhibits. Full Article
c Center for the Performing Arts picks proposals for inter-domain courses By news.psu.edu Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 15:44 -0400 The Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State, through a program funded by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, has selected five proposals for the development of inter-domain courses that include the performing arts at their cores. Full Article
c Behrend virtual cabaret: Stephen Humphries By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 11:27 -0400 Full Article
c Behrend virtual cabaret: Maribeth Miller By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 11:30 -0400 Full Article
c Behrend virtual cabaret: Jack Golec By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 11:33 -0400 Full Article
c Behrend virtual cabaret: Claire Nicholson By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 11:35 -0400 Full Article
c Behrend virtual cabaret: Emily Green By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 11:40 -0400 Full Article
c Behrend singers take center stage in virtual cabaret By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 14:28 -0400 Choral students at Penn State Behrend typically end the semester with a concert. This year, because of COVID-19, they tried something different: a virtual cabaret. Full Article
c Deb and Stan Latta named 2020 Distinguished Service Award recipients By news.psu.edu Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 12:25 -0400 For their longstanding support of the Center for the Performing Arts and the Penn State community, Deb and Stan Latta have been named the center’s 2020 Distinguished Service Award recipients. Full Article
c From Puerto Rico to Penn State: A journey to becoming a student marshal By news.psu.edu Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 19:17 -0400 Daniela Claudio Pagán, a graphic design senior from Puerto Rico, has been named the College of Arts and Architecture's 2020 student marshal. Full Article
c Travis Dandro's 'King of King Court' wins 2020 Lynd Ward Graphic Novel Prize By news.psu.edu Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 14:59 -0400 "King of King Court" by Travis Dandro, published by Drawn & Quarterly, has won the 2020 Lynd Ward Prize for Graphic Novel of the Year. Penn State University Libraries sponsors the juried award and its administrator, the Pennsylvania Center for the Book. Full Article
c Virtual office hours offer remote teaching help By news.psu.edu Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 15:56 -0400 To continue supporting Penn State faculty’s remote teaching, Teaching and Learning with Technology is offering virtual office hours each day during the week of March 16. During these sessions, instructors can get help with transitioning their courses from a residential format to remote. Full Article
c New Kensington launches virtual offerings, resources for prospective students By news.psu.edu Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 12:31 -0400 The Penn State New Kensington Office of Admissions and Student Aid is available remotely for appointments, as well as scheduled virtual events for prospective students and families. Full Article
c Remote events scheduled for Financial Literacy Month in April By news.psu.edu Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 13:19 -0400 The Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center at Penn State has a slate of programming for Financial Literacy Month this April and is offering help to anyone in the University community who is anxious about their financial future. Full Article
c Virtual hackathon open to all Penn State students By news.psu.edu Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 15:12 -0400 The first-ever, virtual "Hack for Impact" hackathon will give teams the opportunity to work on ideas related to enhancing student life and engagement during times of disruption. Full Article
c Virtual expo highlights New Kensington students’ research By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 10:05 -0400 Twenty-four projects can be viewed online at newkensington.psu.edu/virtual-research-expo. Full Article
c New Kensington family of ‘Nittany Neighbors’ support each other during pandemic By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 15:24 -0400 The Nittany Neighbors program created at Penn State New Kensington in response to the coronavirus pandemic is testament to the fact that, as campus director of student affairs Theresa Bonk said, "we are a family, and like any family, we take care of our own." Full Article
c New Kensington student-athletes recognized for academic, athletic performance By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 09:00 -0400 Penn State New Kensington student-athletes from seven varsity sports teams were recognized virtually for academic and athletic performance during the 2019-20 academic year. Full Article
c New Kensington students, faculty celebrated in virtual awards recognition By news.psu.edu Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 17:00 -0400 Penn State New Kensington announced its academic, teaching and extracurricular award winners on May 1, and shared a dedicated, virtual recognition web page, including video messages, photos and award winners. Full Article
c Portion of New Kensington city block transformed into innovation corridor By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 07:53 -0400 In 2019 alone, Corner LaunchBox had 10 accelerator program graduates, supported five new startups anchored in Pennsylvania, and helped create 20 new jobs. More than 900 individuals utilized the facility for a variety of free and low-cost activities, including the 10-week Corner Opportunity accelerator program, an Idea TestLab, small business and entrepreneurship workshops, free legal clinics, weekly information sessions, and networking events. Full Article
c Penn State Wilkes-Barre professor receives Greek program fellowship By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 11:51 -0400 A faculty member at Penn State Wilkes-Barre will be part of a collaborative fellowship program. Full Article
c Provost shares guidance following latest statewide action By news.psu.edu Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 09:23 -0400 Following a March 19 announcement by Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf to end physical operations at many businesses statewide, Penn State Executive Vice President and Provost Nicholas P. Jones shared the following message with the University community. Full Article
c Penn State Wilkes-Barre supports, thanks local health care workers By news.psu.edu Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 13:53 -0400 The Penn State Wilkes-Barre Alumni Society provided lunch for local, hardworking medical professionals as a way to thank them for their efforts during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak and working to keep local residents safe. Full Article
c Penn State Wilkes-Barre plans Accepted Student Virtual Week By news.psu.edu Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 11:28 -0400 Penn State Wilkes-Barre will host an Accepted Student Virtual Week from April 9-16, using technology to connect the campus and its personnel directly to students. Full Article
c Regional science tournament canceled By news.psu.edu Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 15:39 -0400 The 2020 Northeastern Pennsylvania Science Olympiad, scheduled for March 11 at Penn State Wilkes-Barre, was canceled and will not be rescheduled. Full Article
c Student Activities offering virtual events this month By news.psu.edu Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 15:07 -0400 The Student Activities Office at Penn State Wilkes-Barre typically offers a full slate of activities for students and will continue to do so throughout April — even though the way those activities are delivered may look a little different. Full Article
c Wilkes-Barre senior to receive Outstanding Adult Learner award By news.psu.edu Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 14:58 -0400 Dylan Fredricey, a senior majoring in rehabilitation and human services, has been chosen as the recipient of the Outstanding Adult Learner of the Year award for Penn State Wilkes-Barre. Full Article
c Penn State introduces new student wellness portal: You@PSU By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 15:14 -0400 You@PSU is a new wellness portal designed to provide customized content to students around topics ranging from career readiness to personal wellness to involvement. Full Article
c Penn State Wilkes-Barre presents academic awards By news.psu.edu Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 13:50 -0400 Penn State Wilkes-Barre held its 31st annual Celebration of Academic Excellence event on April 30. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s ceremony was held in a virtual format. Full Article
c Penn State Wilkes-Barre celebrates undergraduate research By news.psu.edu Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 17:03 -0400 Penn State Wilkes-Barre’s sixth annual Celebration of Scholarship, an undergraduate research poster contest, was held virtually for the first time this year, with the winners honored during an online ceremony held May 1. Full Article
c 'The Vagina Monologues' coming to Penn State Beaver on Feb. 13 By news.psu.edu Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 16:23 -0500 Penn State Beaver students will give a special performance of Eve Ensler’s "The Vagina Monologues" at 5 p.m. Feb. 13 in the Penn State Beaver auditorium. The event is open to the public. Full Article
c Campuses transform learning through immersive technology By news.psu.edu Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 10:53 -0500 Penn State faculty are going beyond using traditional video in their courses by incorporating virtual-reality immersive experiences. They are discovering how those experiences help enhance active learning and focus students' attention on critical lessons in their courses. Full Article
c Travelers urged to take precautions during spring break trips By news.psu.edu Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 13:22 -0500 As students begin gearing up for their spring break travels, the University is reminding travelers to take precautions to stay healthy and avoid illnesses. Full Article
c Provost provides update on University's coronavirus actions By news.psu.edu Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 07:00 -0500 Penn State Executive Vice President and Provost Nicholas P. Jones has shared a message updating the University community on steps being taken to monitor the evolving worldwide coronavirus outbreak and prepare for the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff and visitors. Full Article
c Professors to present research during Faculty Speaker Series By news.psu.edu Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 11:16 -0500 Autumn Sabo, assistant professor of biology, and Yi-An Burleson, assistant professor of psychology, will present on their respective areas of research for the Academic Affairs Faculty Speaker Series. Full Article
c Debra Roach honored with 2020 Hendrick Award for service to adult learners By news.psu.edu Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2020 07:00 -0400 Debra Roach, director of workforce development and continuing education at Penn State Beaver, has been honored with the 2020 Shirley Hendrick Award, presented by the Penn State Commission for Adult Learners for service to adult learners. Full Article
c Penn Staters collaborate to donate food, offer support during pandemic By news.psu.edu Published On :: Tue, 07 Apr 2020 10:40 -0400 As the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact communities throughout Pennsylvania, Penn State staff members are fighting food insecurity by donating to food banks and organizations across the state. Full Article
c Students, staff and faculty recognized at Penn State Beaver By news.psu.edu Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 07:03 -0400 Penn State Beaver has announced the Academic Award winners for the 2019-20 academic year, including the recipient of the Walker Award. Full Article
c How to Check Your Internet Speed By www.pcmag.com Published On :: Don't take your ISP's word for it, put your connection to the test. The easiest way is to use Ookla Speedtest, but options abound. Here's how to see if you're getting what you pay for. Full Article
c Prime Day Deals Still Live: AirPods, Apple Watch, Galaxy S10e, More By www.pcmag.com Published On :: Prime Day is over but there are still some great deals available. AirPods, Apple Watch Series 4, Samsung Galaxy S10e, Google Pixel 3 XL are discounted right now. Full Article
c Justice Department Approves Sprint, T-Mobile Merger By www.pcmag.com Published On :: Sprint will need to divest to Boost Mobile, Virgin Mobile and its prepaid business to Dish Network, a satellite TV provider, so Dish can become a viable fourth competitor in the market. Full Article
c Which IoT Companies Do People Most Mistrust? (Hint: Facebook) By www.pcmag.com Published On :: The Internet of Things promises synergy between devices, but convenience comes at a cost: security. Users are (rightfully) wary to trust major tech companies with their information. A Google Survey poll found 48 percent of respondents distrust Facebook's involvement in IoT. Full Article
c How to Get the Best Cable Modem: Buy or Rent From Your ISP? By www.pcmag.com Published On :: You may be able to save money and get faster speeds by buying a cable modem instead of renting one from your ISP. Here's what you need to know. Full Article
c This Little Chip and Big Box Will Change Your Home Internet By www.pcmag.com Published On :: Qualcomm's new home Internet box will grab 5G from towers a mile from your house. Full Article
c How to Set Up and Optimize Your Wireless Router for the Best Wi-Fi Performance By www.pcmag.com Published On :: Follow these simple steps for configuring your router and wireless network the right way. Full Article
c SpaceX's Satellite Internet Plans for Mid-2020 Launch in the US By www.pcmag.com Published On :: The company's goal is to launch six to eight additional batches of satellites over the next months so that the broadband service has sufficient coverage for the US market. Full Article
c Report: Huawei Will Have Access to the UK's 5G Network By www.pcmag.com Published On :: Prime Minister Boris Johnson will reportedly announce the news before year's end, in a move that could disrupt relationships between the UK and US government. Full Article
c Google Connects Chile and LA With Curie Subsea Cable By www.pcmag.com Published On :: The cable is capable of delivering 72Tbps of bandwidth to South America and will be reserved for Gmail, YouTube, Search, and Google Cloud data transmission. Full Article
c FCC Finds T-Mobile, Verizon, US Cellular Overstated Rural Coverage By www.pcmag.com Published On :: The coverage maps are crucial because they help the FCC determine where the commission allocates government subsidies to fund broadband projects. Now the FCC has to figure out how to ensure the coverage maps will be accurate as it prepares a $9 billion 5G fund. Full Article