MEDIA, Pennsylvania, Dec. 19 -- The Pennsylvania State University Brandywine Campus issued the following news on Dec. 18, 2023: Twenty-three years after earning her bachelor's degree from Penn State, Michelle Haskins, class of 2000, is proud to serve as a member of the Brandywine Alumni Society. Haskins began her Penn State journey at University Park in 1996, majoring in telecommunications. After obtaining a paid internship in Philadelphia during her final semester, she decided to complete her  more

MEDIA, Pennsylvania, Dec. 20 (TNSres) -- The Pennsylvania State University Brandywine Campus issued the following news: Terrie Wong, assistant professor of communication arts and sciences at Penn State Brandywine, received a National Best (Published) Article Award and an International Top Faculty (Conference) Paper Award in 2023. Awarded in May and November, respectively, Wong noted how much she loves doing the work she does and said she was humbled to receive the awards. "I am honored and hum  more

POTSDAM, New York, Dec. 19 -- Clarkson University issued the following news: Clarkson University alumnus Sergio Gallucci '16, cofounder and chief technology officer of SCOUT Space, is one of this year's Forbes 30 Under 30 in Science. The recognition comes following Gallucci's inclusion in Forbes' Next 1000 list in 2021. Gallucci now leads a team of 20 focused on making space safer to operate in. SCOUT has an office in Reston, Virginia, and provides space autonomy hardware and software to comme  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Dec. 22 (TNSres) -- Penn State's College of Education issued the following news: "College of Education Alumni Updates" highlights career achievements by Penn State College of Education alumni. * Raquel Muniz Castro, a 2019 education policy studies doctoral graduate, was selected as one of nine finalists for the William T. Grant Scholars Class of 2029 (https://wtgrantfoundation.org/nine-finalists-selected-for-the-william-t-grant-scholars-class-of-2029?fbclid=IwAR0  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Dec. 23 (TNSres) -- Penn State's College of Education issued the following news: Below are the most recent active external research grants awarded to faculty in the Penn State College of Education. Hollie Kulago, associate professor of education (curriculum and supervision), is principal investigator (PI) of an 18-month project titled "Professional Learning about Constructing Assessment for Indigenous Knowledges," a partnership between the Navajo Nation Departmen  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Dec. 22 (TNSres) -- Penn State's College of Education issued the following news: Students, staff and faculty members from Penn State's College of Education share recent research and career achievements. * The research of Erica Frankenberg, professor of education (educational leadership and demography), was cited in a Minnesota Supreme Court decision on racial imbalance in Minneapolis and Saint Paul public schools. * Maithreyi Gopalan, assistant professor of educ  more

DUBOIS, Pennsylvania, Dec. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University's DuBois Campus issued the following news: Continuing and Community Education at Penn State DuBois is preparing to offer both its die setter training and entry level computer numerical control (CNC) lathe training programs in spring 2024. "These programs have historically been specifically for incumbent workers currently working in the powdered metal or metal machining industries where the participants have been sponsored by a comp  more

SANTA BARBARA, California, Dec. 20 (TNSres) -- Direct Relief issued the following news: * * * New research underscores the need for targeted interventions and policy measures to protect and support children in the face of disasters, addressing their unique vulnerabilities and ensuring their long-term well-being. * * * Disasters can impact lives long after the winds have died down or the fire has stopped burning - and new research is revealing how these kinds of shocks impact children more th  more

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 21 -- Jackson Walker, a law firm, issued the following news: Jackson Walker attorney Georgina Buckley-Graham has been elected to serve on the 2024 Board of Directors of the Bexar County Women's Bar Association (BCWB). As a member of the board, Georgina will work with fellow directors to promote equal justice under the law and to support Bexar County female attorneys, from varying backgrounds and practices, through education, networking, mentoring, and social support systems  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Dec. 21 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news: MCKEESPORT, Pa. -- Megan Nagel has been named chancellor and chief academic officer of Penn State Greater Allegheny, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Nagel has served in the role in an interim capacity since June 2022 when then-Chancellor and Chief Academic Officer Jacqueline Edmondson left to assume the presidency at the University of Southern Maine. "I am pleased Megan will serve the Greater Allegheny c  more

MCKEESPORT, Pennsylvania, Dec. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University's Greater Allegheny campus issued the following news: Megan Nagel has been named chancellor and chief academic officer of Penn State Greater Allegheny, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Nagel has served in the role in an interim capacity since June 2022 when then-Chancellor and Chief Academic Officer Jacqueline Edmondson left to assume the presidency at the University of Southern Maine. "I am pleased Megan will serve the Greater Alleghen  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19 -- The Hispanic Heritage Foundation issued the following news: The National Football League and the Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) announced the inaugural "NFL Latino Youth Honors," recognizing outstanding high school tackle and flag football athletes from around the country for their academic and athletic excellence. Eight of these exemplary student-athletes were announced today as finalists, representing each of the eight league divisions. The NFL and the HHF have a r  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Dec. 21 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: During his first year in office, Governor Josh Shapiro and his Administration took concrete steps to support Pennsylvania farmers and the agricultural industry. Governor Shapiro knows that farmers are a key driver in Pennsylvania's economy, which is why he called for and delivered increased budget investments in Pennsylvania agriculture to continue supporting our farmers and agricultural w  more

MIDDLETOWN, Pennsylvania, Dec. 21 -- Pennsylvania State University-Harrisburg issued the following news: Penn State Harrisburg hosted its fall 2023 commencement ceremony on Dec. 16 to mark the Class of 2023's completion of their academic experience and to recognize their many accomplishments. The ceremony was held at the Giant Center in Hershey. Penn State alumnus Robin Ferrer, vice president of emergency services for the Mount Sinai Health System, delivered the keynote address at the ceremony  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Dec. 19 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news: Hillel International, the largest Jewish campus organization in the world, recognized the Penn State chapter and its "exemplary efforts in supporting vibrant, welcoming Jewish life" for students with the Dynamic Jewish Education Award. Hillel International also recognized Rabbi Rob Gleisser, the Peter J. Rubinstein Senior Jewish Educator at Penn State, for his work with Penn State Hillel. The awar  more

SHARON, Pennsylvania, Dec. 20 -- Pennsylvania State University's Shenango Campus issued the following news: Penn State Shenango celebrated the fall class of 2023 at a commencement ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 16, in the auditorium. The graduates and guests heard from alumna Christen Clemson, honors English teacher from Maplewood Local School District, who gave the keynote address, as well as graduating student Karsyn Rupert and Penn State Shenango Alumni Society President Darren Steele. Prior to   more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Dec. 22 (TNSres) -- Penn State's College of Education issued the following news: By Stephanie Koons The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution has created unprecedented career opportunities for which there are not enough qualified individuals to fill, according to a Penn State College of Education researcher. A multi-disciplinary team is leading a project that has been awarded $1 million from the National Science Foundation to create Al career pathways for scien  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Dec. 19 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news: UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Penn Staters traveling to Atlanta for the Peach Bowl are encouraged to register online and let the Penn State Alumni Association know you'll be there. Alumni and fans can register for the Penn State Pep Rally and the pregame tailgate, both hosted by the Alumni Association. To cheer the Nittany Lions on before the game even begins, download a printable car sign to display on  more

SCHUYKILL HAVEN, Pennsylvania, Dec. 19 -- Pennsylvania State University's Schuykill Campus issued the following news: As the fall semester came to a close, Penn State Schuylkill's faculty and staff joined together to celebrate those who received annual honors, including the Outstanding Staff Award and faculty awards for advising, teaching, research and service. The campus also gave a special award for dedicated service to part-time faculty or staff. Outstanding Staff Award Rosanne Chesakis, l  more

SCHUYKILL HAVEN, Pennsylvania, Dec. 21 (TNSres) -- Pennsylvania State University's Schuykill Campus issued the following news: Penn State Schuylkill launched its Faculty Research Database, a comprehensive platform designed to showcase the diverse research activities -- either in progress or completed -- undertaken by faculty members on campus. Many faculty members engage in research, conducting a multitude of projects in a variety of disciplines including biology, arts and humanities, and phys  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Dec. 21 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news: HERSHEY, Pa. -- Another year is in the books, and it's time to blow off a little steam. You gather with a few friends to ring in the new year, and a drink seems appropriate. After all, you're a responsible adult, and you know how to control yourself and keep it to one or two. But health care workers like Amy Bollinger, education, outreach and injury prevention coordinator at Penn State Health Mil  more

CULLOWHEE, North Carolina, Dec. 19 (TNSres) -- Western Carolina University issued the following news release: Clayton Bardall, a graduate student in Western Carolina University's Engineering Technology program and tight end for WCU's football team, recently combined his two passions - football and engineering - on a project that will have a major impact on athletes for generations to come. In the spring of 2021, Bardall approached Martin Tanaka, professor in WCU's College of Engineering and Te  more