VILLANOVA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 (TNSjou) -- Villanova University issued the following news release: * * * 23andMe's Bankruptcy Exposes Fragility of How Genetic Data is Utilized Beyond Fee-For-Service, Says Villanova Law Professor The further use of your genetic data "all depends on the policies of the individual companies," according to Ana Santos Rutchsman. * When individuals sign up for direct-to-consumer genetic testing, the extent to which they ever think about their genetic data is li  more

ABINGTON, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 -- Pennsylvania State University Abington campus issued the following news: * * * Abington students learn to lead with AI in reimagined research seminar By Regina Broscius A research seminar at Penn State Abington took an unexpected turn last fall when Pierce Salguero, professor of history and of health humanities, tasked his students with redesigning the entire course with artificial intelligence (AI) at the center of their workflow. It became a hands on oppo  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Additive may strengthen organic solar cells * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Solar power continues to grow -accounting for most new capacity added to U.S. electric grids in 2024 -but the mid-1950s technology most often used to capture the sun's energy comes with environmental costs. Manufacturing silicon solar panels is an energy-intensive process that requires toxic chemicals and creates recycl  more

READING, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 -- Alvernia University issued the following news: * * * Alvernia University renews Carnegie Community Engagement Classification Recognition affirms 40-hour service requirement, CollegeTowne partnerships and mission-driven impact * Alvernia University has once gain earned the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification for 2026, continuing ongoing recognition since 2008. The national designation recognizes institutions that demonstrate deep, reciprocal partner  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- The University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * America's oldest hospital becomes Philadelphia's newest museum * America's first chartered hospital will mark its 275th anniversary by transforming Pennsylvania Hospital's historic Pine Building into a museum, open to the public in May, 2026. Timed to coincide with America250 celebrations in Philadelphia, the Pennsylvania Hospital Museum links the nation's firs  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Boyle Statement on Court Ruling Regarding Slavery Exhibits at Independence National Historical Park * PHILADELPHIA, PA - Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02) released the following statement after a federal judge ruled against the Trump administration's removal of exhibits referencing the brutality of slavery at Independence National Historical Park, which is located in Boyle's district: "I   more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 -- A group of professors and researchers from Carnegie Mellon University has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing concerns regarding the report "Critical Review of Impacts of Greenhouse Gas Emissions on the U.S. Climate." They argue that the report, which aims to summarize the implications of greenhouse gas emissions, demonstrates a concerning lack of scientific rigor, transparency and adherence to established guidelines. The letter i  more

CALIFORNIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- PennWest posted the following news: * * * Clarion alumni, faculty, friends to be honored at 60th awards ceremony * Many Clarion graduates have made exceptional contributions to their profession, community and/or the university. The Clarion University Alumni Association Distinguished Awards were established by the Clarion University Alumni Association in 1966 to recognize exceptional alumni and university friends. The Alumni Association will present its   more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 -- Comcast, a cable television company, issued the following news release on Feb. 16, 2026: * * * Comcast Business Powers February's Biggest Broadcast Events Serving as the network backbone for NBCUniversal's live broadcasts on the world's biggest stages * Comcast Business today announced it is again partnering with NBCUniversal to architect and manage critical components of the linear and digital broadcast for three of television's marquee events this mo  more

NEW WILMINGTON, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 -- Westminster College issued the following news: * * * David Horst Lehman earns Hoon Award at Westminster College Dr. David Horst Lehman, assistant professor of history at Westminster College, has received the Hoon Award to support his research during the current academic year. Lehman's current project focuses on transforming his dissertation into a book manuscript titled "On Potawatomi Soil: Mapping Native Homelands and Settler Invasions Over Time." He  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- Earthjustice submitted a public comment letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration expressing strong opposition to Exxon Mobil Corporation's application for an administrative determination regarding common law tort claims associated with gasoline exposure. This decision could severely impact the rights of truck drivers to pursue legal recourse under state law for health-related injuries linked to hazardous materials. The organization, which repre  more

BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- Bryn Mawr College posted the following news: * * * February Board of Trustees Meeting Report * The below message was sent to faculty, staff, and students on February 16, 2026. Dear Bryn Mawr Community, We write to update you on the most recent Board of Trustees' meeting, which was held on campus February 6-7, 2026. We welcomed board members to campus with a dinner with the Advisory Council of the Faculty and several new employees at the College. On   more

AKRON, Ohio, Feb. 17 -- FirstEnergy issued the following news release: * * * FirstEnergy Transmission and Transource Energy Joint Venture Receive Approval for Major Electric Transmission Project in Central Ohio Project will enhance grid capacity and reliability in the fast-growing greater Columbus region * Regional grid operator PJM Interconnection has selected a major electric transmission project to meet a critical infrastructure need in central Ohio. Jointly developed by FirstEnergy Tran  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Feb. 17 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary on Feb. 15, 2026, by Kimberlee Josephson, associate professor of business: * * * Reputation Is Everything What a public backlash reveals about monopoly power. * Spring school picture day arrives with predictable rituals--the combing of hair, the practicing of smiles, and the filling out of order forms that get crumpled up in backpacks. This year, it brings something else: scrutiny. America's   more

MIDDLETOWN, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 -- Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg campus issued the following news: * * * Huck SciArt team's 'BioMachine' installed at Penn State Harrisburg The art installation offers an interactive exploration of the viruses that pervade our world * "BioMachine," a large-scale multimedia art installation bringing together science, research and creative expression to explore the role of viruses in everyday life, has been installed for a long-term engagement at P  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Interactive map showcases Penn State's service, statewide community impact * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -At Shaver's Creek Environmental Center, elementary school students participate in Outdoor School programs that immerse them in hands-on environmental learning. In South Williamsport, Penn College paramedic students steady gurneys and radios during the crush of the Little League Baseball Worl  more

OXFORD, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 -- Lincoln University issued the following news: * * * Dr. Yusef Salaam for 2026 Black History Month Convocation In celebration of Black History Month's centennial anniversary, Lincoln University is pleased to announce Dr. Yusef Salaam, New York City Council Member, 9th District, Criminal Justice Reform Advocate, Member, The Exonerated Five, New York Times bestselling author and public speaker as our 2026 Black History Month Convocation speaker. Being held on Th  more

MILLERSVILLE, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 -- Millersville University issued the following news: * * * Addressing the Stigma: Mental Health in Asian American Communities Longtime documentary filmmaker and Millersville University professor in the Department of Communication & Theatre Dr. Changfu Chang discusses his most recent film, "Silent War," which focuses on the mental health struggles of Asian Americans. By Kelsey Madas According to independent filmmaker Dr. Changfu Chang, Millersville Univer  more

WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Feb. 16 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * NIH Director Fireside Chat * WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -Purdue University on Wednesday (Feb. 18) will welcome Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health, for a fireside chat presented in conjunction with the university's yearlong America250 celebration. Christopher Yeomans, the Justin S. Morrill Dean of Purdue's College of Liberal Arts, will moderate the talk with Bhattacharya  more

GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 -- Thiel College issued the following news release: * * * New nutrition major at Thiel College will prepare students for dietetics and public health work Thiel College has launched a new Bachelor of Science in nutrition program, expanding its academic offerings in health sciences and supporting growing student interest in wellness, public health, and allied health careers. The program was approved by the Thiel College Board of Trustees during its meeting on   more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Partners in Health and Weight Loss: A Valentine's Day Love Story * This Valentine's Day, Brett and Kristen Yoh are giving each other something far more lasting than flowers: a healthier future. Nearly 19 years after meeting at a community college in Pennsylvania, the two are celebrating the holiday in a new way. The Yohs married in 2007 and have since   more

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology posted the following news: * * * Penn College adds two AI minors to academic offerings * As a national leader in applied technology education, Pennsylvania College of Technology is built for a global economy driven by artificial intelligence. The addition of academic minors devoted to AI reflects that reality. Beginning in the 2026-27 academic year, bachelor's degree and combined bachelor's/master's degree studen  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State Laureate plans to explore commonwealth through a documentary lens * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - As the 2025-26 Penn State Laureate, filmmaker and associate professor Pearl Gluck is traveling across the commonwealth to share her films and examine how storytelling lives within communities -not only in places, but through the people who care for them: archivists, artists, educators, li  more

WILKES-BARRE, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 -- Pennsylvania State University-Wilkes-Barre issued the following news: * * * Penn State Laureate plans to explore commonwealth through a documentary lens 'On Location with the Laureate' schedule includes stops at 18 Penn State campuses As the 2025-26 Penn State Laureate, filmmaker and associate professor Pearl Gluck is traveling across the commonwealth to share her films and examine how storytelling lives within communities -- not only in places, but th  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State names 14 new distinguished professors for 2026 * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State's Office of Faculty Affairs has named 14 new distinguished professors for 2026. The distinguished professor or distinguished librarian title recognizes outstanding academic contribution to the University. This special academic title is bestowed upon a limited number of professors who are leaders  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State town hall addresses factors affecting research * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Despite challenges involving federal research funding, Penn State is in a strong position and continues to make investments to remain a leading research university. At the same time, the University is improving processes to become more efficient and developing contingency plans to adapt to any potential futu  more

CALIFORNIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- PennWest posted the following news: * * * PennWest exceeds enrollment targets, dual enrollment surges * PennWest University surpassed its spring enrollment projections, with total headcount reaching 10,121 students -2.43% above the institutional target of 9,881. University officials noted that outperforming expectations in a challenging demographic environment reinforces the university's strong enrollment position and signals continued positive momentum  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Q&A: What is Lunar New Year? * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -The new moon on Feb. 17 marks the start of the Lunar New Year, a celebration originating in China that today is celebrated around the world. According to the Chinese zodiac, 2026 is the year of the Fire Horse, symbolizing energy and passion. Xiaoye You, Liberal Arts Professor of English and Asian Studies at Penn State who has celebrat  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 14 -- Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Senator McCormick Celebrates New Job Growth at Dura-Bond Multi-Year Contract Delivers 250 New Union Jobs and Economic Boost to Region * STEELTON, PA - On Friday, February 13, U.S. Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA) visited Dura-Bond Pipe's Steelton facility to join company leadership, federal and state elected officials, and workers in announcing a new multi-year contract between Dura-Bond with T  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- Temple University posted the following news: * * * STHM hosts 2026 Applied Sport Management Association Conference * More than 300 academics and industry professionals attended the three-day conference, which included academic presentations, industry panels, and an undergraduate and graduate student case study competition. A mega sporting events panel, which was moderated by STHM Assistant Professor Ashley Gardner (far right), was one of the highlight  more

LAWRENCE, Kansas, Feb. 16 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * Study finds emphasis on conversation facilitation helps journalists re-engage communities * LAWRENCE -The profession of journalism is facing dual challenges of lost trust and relevance. A research project among educators, students, journalists and communities in six states has found that pairing student journalists with communities through structured conversation can help to rebuild trust while also teachi  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 -- Top Tier Investigative Solutions LLC has submitted a public comment letter to the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure expressing concerns regarding the proposed amendments to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 45. The organization warns that these changes could have drastic economic impacts on the process-serving industry and create systemic risks within the legal framework. The proposed amendments would allow non-personal me  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 16 [Category: BizEnergy] -- American Electric Power Corp. posted the following news release: * * * Transource Energy and FirstEnergy Transmission Joint Venture Receive Approval for Major Electric Transmission Project in Central Ohio * Project will enhance grid capacity and reliability in the fast-growing greater Columbus region COLUMBUS, Ohio (February 16, 2026) - Regional grid operator PJM Interconnection has selected a major electric transmission project to meet a cr  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 -- The University of Pennsylvania issued the following news: * * * Solar solutions for farmers in The Gambia For students in Engineers Without Borders at Penn, collaborating with Gambian farmers to design an irrigation system is a way to both address food insecurity in the smallest country in mainland Africa and apply their knowledge from the classroom in the real world. * Visiting farms in The Gambia, students with Engineers Without Borders at Penn (EWB  more

WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 -- The University of Pittsburgh Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) advocating for a fundamental shift in transportation research to include vehicle design as a key component in addressing issues of congestion, safety and overall system efficiency. In the letter, the department emphasizes that while traditional approaches to transportation research have focused on expanding infr  more

COLLEGEVILLE, Pennsylvania, Feb. 16 -- Ursinus College issued the following news: * * * Ursinus College Launches America250 Tuition Promise for Montgomery County * Ursinus College has launched theAmerica250 Tuition Promise for Montgomery County, an initiative designed to expand access to higher education for local students while honoring Montgomery County's central role in the founding and future of the nation. Created in honor of the America250 celebration in Montgomery County and across   more

WAYNESBURG, Pennsylvania, Feb. 17 -- Waynesburg University issued the following news: * * * Waynesburg U. launches new 24/7 AI Recruiter Kayla Ayers Waynesburg University's Office of Admissions recently launched a new tool to further enhance the Admissions experience for prospective students and their families by providing 24/7 access to answers for their enrollment questions through Buzz, a friendly AI Recruiter. With the help of Buzz, students can receive answers to their questions within  more

MORGANTOWN, West Virginia, Feb. 17 -- West Virginia University issued the following news: * * * WVU neuroscientist searches for reasons for resiliency in brain "Neuroscience is about the human condition." And for Kathleen "Katie" Morrison, an assistant professor specializing in behavioral neuroscience psychology in the West Virginia University Eberly College of Arts and Sciences Department of Psychology, the human condition is defined by resiliency. "It's no surprise to people that stress a  more