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College of Education names Elizabeth Prosek first director of Graduate Education
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Penn State College of Education has named Elizabeth Prosek as its inaugural director of Graduate Education. Prosek, whose professional background is in clinical mental health counseling, has been a Penn State faculty member since 2019. She has served as emphasis coordinator to master’s and doctoral programs and as professor-in-charge of the counselor education graduate program. Additionally, Prosek was chair of the college’s Faculty Council from 2021 to 2024.
Education faculty member named AACTE Holmes National Program Coordinator
Ashley Patterson, Associate Professor of Education (Curriculum and Instruction) and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies in the Penn State College of Education, has been named Holmes National Program Coordinator for 2026-27 by the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. Patterson has been the Holmes Scholar Program coordinator at Penn State since 2022.
College of Education’s SCOPE sees its first second-generation student
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The College of Education’s Summer College Opportunity Program in Education (S.C.O.P.E.) has been around since 2002, but it reached a new milestone with the 2026 cohort. For the first time, S.C.O.P.E. included a second-generation participant — Dyani Scott, of Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, and a junior at Pocono Mountain East High School.
Penn State wraps first listening tour for K-12 leaders to shape AI in education
Education Findings, expected to publish this fall, will help inform AI guidance and programming for school districts across Pennsylvania Members of the Penn State AI Roadshow team are, from left, front, Kathleen Hill, director, Penn State Center for Science and the Schools; Gretta Kellogg, assistant director, Center for Applications of AI & ML to Industry, HPC Engineering Program Manager, Institute for Computational and Data Sciences; rear, Jagadeesh Naik Kimavath, graduate student evaluator;...
Leon Smith is second consecutive Penn State alum named National Teacher of Year
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Leon Smith, an Advanced Placement U.S. History and African American studies teacher at Haverford High School in Havertown, has been named the 2026 National Teacher of the Year by the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO).
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'Unconference' fosters collaboration among Penn State student success professionals
A group of student success professionals gather for a group photo outside the Pattee and Paterno Libraries on the University Park campus. The 2026 Student Success Unconference brought together Penn State's student success professionals for a day of collaboration, sharing information and best practices, and networking. The event, hosted by the College of Education, involved professionals from most of Penn State's undergraduate colleges and Commonwealth Campuses.
LLAED program hosts Colloquium on Research and Knowledge Production
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Penn State College of Education's Lifelong Learning and Adult Education Program hosted the "Frontiers in Thought: Invited Speakers Colloquium" on April 29 in Keller Building, convening graduate students from across disciplines for a discussion on the philosophical foundations of research and knowledge production.
Penn State World Campus Doctor of Education program graduates first student
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Penn State College of Education’s World Campus Doctor of Education program has reached a key milestone — the celebration of its first graduate. Amanda Peterson, who identifies as a Black and Native American woman, mother to Black sons, and an autistic and gifted individual, has become the first person to receive a D.Ed. entirely via the Penn State World Campus D.Ed. program.
Financial ed program 'Robinhood Markets’ Money Drills' launches at Penn State
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Penn State College of Education, in partnership with Robinhood Markets Inc. and the Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center at Penn State, is launching a set of credit-bearing courses for a financial education program designed for NCAA Division I student-athletes. The first pilot course is underway, as is the development of a more extensive curriculum that will deploy this fall.
Crosson, 2025 National Teacher of the Year, to speak at Education commencement
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — 2025 National Teacher of the Year and Penn State alumna Ashlie Crosson is the keynote speaker for the Penn State College of Education’s spring commencement ceremony. The College of Education’s spring 2026 commencement ceremony for undergraduate students is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Sunday, May 10 at Pegula Ice Arena on Penn State’s University Park campus. “As an alum, I truly value the growth and guidance I have gained from Penn State,” Crosson said.
Twenty-seven educators selected for STEM Pioneers Teacher Corps
Each red arrow on this map marks the home school of one of the 27 educators chosen for the STEM Pioneer Teacher Corps. Nine teachers each were chosen from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and West Virginia.
College of Education announces program student marshals for spring commencement
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Penn State College of Education has announced its program student marshals for its spring 2026 commencement ceremony. The college’s commencement ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. on Sunday, May 10, at Pegula Ice Arena on the University Park campus. Each student was selected for outstanding academic achievement and invited to choose a faculty member to escort them during the ceremony.
College of Education honors outstanding faculty, staff, students
The College of Education held its annual Faculty, Staff and Student Awards reception on Monday, March 30 at the Graduate hotel in State College, Pennsylvania.
Bryce Berger named College of Education student marshal for spring commencement
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Bryce Berger, a world languages education (Spanish) major from Chalfont, Pennsylvania, has been named as the student marshal for the Penn State College of Education’s spring 2026 commencement ceremony. Berger, the son of Aimee and Asa Berger, is a graduate of Central Bucks High School South and graduates with a minor in business and the liberal arts and with an English as a Second Language Program Specialist certificate.
Finding domestic workers may hamper progress on new defence industrial strategy
Getting the talent management and employment pipeline aspects of the strategy right will be important for its success Although the current budget allocates considerable funding to support defence-related employment priorities, the new strategy is “very much focused on the skilled trades” employment sector.
IMPACT Summit to allow students to explore education-related career paths
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Penn State College of Education will hold an IMPACT Summit which will allow students to explore a variety of career paths and leadership opportunities an education degree can provide them with people currently working in those fields.
Penn State to recognize Read Across America 2026 with ‘Roar Where You Are’
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State invites students, faculty, staff, alumni, friends and families around the world to join in recognizing Read Across America 2026, through an alumni collaboration led by Penn State World Campus, the Penn State College of Education and Penn State University Libraries, with Penn State Alumni Association (PSAA) chapters and societies playing an important role in bringing this effort to life.
Education faculty member David Lee named distinguished professor
David Lee, a professor in the College of Education's Department of Educational Psychology, Counseling and Special Education, who started at Penn State in 1999, was granted the title of distinguished professor by Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi.
Sunday Science: Star Talk With Special Guest Physicist and Musician Brian Cox
Sunday Science: Star Talk With Special Guest Physicist and Musician Brian Cox Published December 14, 2025 Life Lessons From (Very Old) Bowhead Whales Carl Zimmer New York Times A gene that helped bowheads adapt to frigid Arctic waters also granted them extraordinary longevity. Could it help aging humans become more resilient? October 29, 2025 Updated November 17, 2025
Glenrothan - Reel Film Reviews
Directed by Brian Cox, Glenrothan follows estranged brothers (Cox’s Sandy and Alan Cumming’s Donal) as they reunite after spending forty years apart.
Executive Director's Log - Biz New Orleans
It is an honor to introduce myself to you as the Interim Executive Director of the Port of South Louisiana. Having served as Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Port Director, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside a dedicated team committed to advancing our region’s economic vitality and global connectivity. Now, in this new role, I’m excited to continue that mission with even greater purpose. This summer issue of PortLog is a celebration of progress, partnership, and possibility.
Duclos, Rajendran, Steyn named to Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar list
Men's GolfJuly 29, 2025 Share Organization announces 556 student-athletes with honor NORMAN, Okla. – Three members of the Virginia Tech men's golf team were named 2024-25 Cobalt Golf All-America Scholars Tuesday. Balthazar Duclos, Rahul Rajendran and Gareth Steyn made the list comprising 556 NCAA Division I men's golfers from 190 schools.
Virginia Tech football steps to the mic in Charlotte
Skip To Main Content FootballJuly 24, 2025 Share Pry and four student-athletes represent the Hokies at 2025 ACC Kickoff Kyron Drones and Donavon Greene interview at 2025 ACC Kickoff Brent Pry joins the ACC Network set at 2025 ACC Kickoff Virginia Tech 2025 ACC Kickoff Press Conference But I like our group. I like our quarterback. I like our guys. I like the direction we're going.
Virginia Tech earns 2024-25 NABC Academic Honors
Skip To Main Content Men's BasketballJuly 17, 2025 Share Lawal, Wessler named to NABC Honors Court BLACKSBURG – The National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) on Thursday announced the recipients of the 2024-25 NABC Team Academic Excellence Awards and NABC Honors Court, recognizing outstanding academic achievement by collegiate men’s basketball programs and student-athletes.
Academic success on full display for Tech men’s golf with five All-ACC selections
BLACKSBURG – Virginia Tech men’s golf demonstrated its excellence both on the course and in the classroom, as five Hokies were honored on the 2025 All-ACC Academic Men’s Golf Team, the Atlantic Coast Conference announced Tuesday.
Six Hokies named to prestigious VaSID Academic All-State Team
GeneralJuly 08, 2025 Share Tech student-athletes lauded for academic excellence BLACKSBURG – Six Virginia Tech student-athletes have been selected to the Virginia Sports Information Directors (VaSID) Academic All-State Team, as announced by the organization Tuesday. Representing six different Hokie programs, the honorees were recognized for their academic excellence and impact within their respective sports.
Hokies women's golf collects five All-ACC academic team honors
BLACKSBURG – Virginia Tech women’s golf continues its proud tradition of academic excellence, as five Hokies were named to the 2025 All-ACC Academic Women’s Golf Team, the Atlantic Coast Conference announced Tuesday.
GNAG’s executive directors, past and present
Mary Tsai was the first of only two GNAG executive directors, leading for 26 years until Sarah Routliffe took over in 2022. GNAG’s executive directors, past and present By Brian L. Cox The Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group (GNAG) has had only two executive directors since the first full-time position was established in 1996. Mary Tsai was the inaugural director, and she led GNAG through a time of significant expansion and growth before stepping down in 2022.
The Infinite Monkey Cage - Series 31 - Is Extinction the End? - BBC Sounds
Brian Cox and Robin Ince explore the mammoth topic of de-extinction. Read more
The Infinite Monkey Cage - Series 31 - Hedgehogs - BBC Sounds
Brian Cox and Robin Ince forage into the prickly lives of hedgehogs with Pam Ayres. Read more
The Infinite Monkey Cage - Series 31 - The Science of Baby Making - BBC Sounds
Brian Cox and Robin Ince investigate where babies come from! Read more
The Infinite Monkey Cage - Series 31 - The Cyber Codebreakers - BBC Sounds
Brian Cox and Robin Ince venture to Bletchley Park to decode cyberwarfare with Alan Davies Read more
Education gift helps remove barriers for those interested in summer program
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Part of the Penn State College of Education’s stated mission is to make education equally accessible for everyone. A recent gift to the college is doing its part to help make that a reality.
First cohort of World Campus D.Ed. program welcomed to campus for summer summit
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — During the week of July 29 through Aug. 2, the collaborative Penn State World Campus and College of Education Doctor of Education (D.Ed.) program’s students were welcomed to the University Park campus for a week to not only meet and interact with their D.Ed. peers but be immersed in the one-of-a-kind Penn State experience.
Hunter Nations named College of Education summer commencement student marshal
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Hunter Nations, a secondary education (social studies) major, has been named as the Penn State College of Education student marshal for the summer 2024 commencement ceremony. Nations, who resides in Port Matilda, Pennsylvania, is the son of Crystal Nations. “It is an incredible honor to be selected as the student marshal,” Nations said.
College of Education's Rothwell authors books about improving workplace culture
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — A longtime faculty member in the Penn State College of Education is looking to make an impact on workplace culture. William Rothwell, distinguished professor of workforce education and development in the Department of Learning and Performance Systems, has co-authored three books published this summer.
Gabriella Achampong named student marshal for College of Education commencement
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Penn State College of Education has announced that Gabriella Achampong, an education and public policy major from Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, has been named as a student marshal for the spring 2024 commencement ceremony. “Being selected as a College of Education student marshal is an immense honor,” Achampong said. “The College of Education's professors, courses and students have been fundamental in shaping who I am as a person and a scholar.
College of Education alumna named Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year
LEWISTOWN, Pa. — When Mifflin County High School English teacher Ashlie Crosson made the decision to become an educator after starting her college career as a journalism major, it was because she felt nothing would be more fulfilling than to make a difference in the lives of students just the way her teachers had for her. Suffice it to say, she has achieved that goal and then some.
Courtney Sterner chosen as College of Education student marshal
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Courtney Sterner, an early childhood and elementary education major from Doylestown, Pennsylvania, has been chosen as the Penn State College of Education’s student marshal for the spring 2024 commencement ceremony. Sterner, who is the daughter of Kimberly and Drew Sterner, will also graduate with a minor in special education. “I am so honored and grateful to get to represent the Penn State College of Education,” Sterner said.
Pa. Secretary of Education Mumin to speak at College of Education commencement
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Pennsylvania Secretary of Education Khalid N. Mumin will be the speaker at the Penn State College of Education’s spring 2024 commencement ceremony for undergraduate students. The College of Education’s commencement ceremony for undergraduates is scheduled for 9 a.m. on Sunday, May 5, at Pegula Ice Arena on the University Park campus. Mumin was named Pennsylvania Secretary of Education in 2023 by Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro.
IE Executive breakfast in Warsaw: Artificial Intelligence - Challenges and Opportunities
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College of Education announces winners at 2024 Faculty, Staff and Student Awards
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The Penn State College of Education has announced the winners of its 2024 faculty, staff and student awards. A ceremony was held April 1 at the Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub. The winners of the awards are as follows: Cotterill Leadership Enhancement Award (Faculty): LaWanda Ward, associate professor of education (higher education); associate director (Center for the Study of Higher Education), Department of Education Policy Studies.
College of Education doctoral graduate wins national dissertation award
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — A recent Penn State College of Education doctoral graduate is the winner of a national award for her dissertation. Yu-Ling Chang, who received her doctorate in workforce education and development (WFED) in August 2023, received the 2023 Academy of Human Resource Development (AHRD) Esworthy Malcolm S. Knowles Dissertation of the Year Award, presented at the 2024 AHRD International Conference in Washington, D.C. “Winning this award means a lot to me,” Chang said.
College of Education faculty member Zembal-Saul selected as 2024 NARST fellow
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State College of Education faculty member Carla Zembal-Saul has been selected as a 2024 fellow by NARST: A Global Organization for Improving Science Education through Research.
ddc 2024 - devcom Developer Conference
August 18 – 20, 2024 │ Cologne, Germany August 18 – 20, 2024 │ Cologne, Germany Attend the official game developer conference of gamescom on August 18 – 20, 2024 in Cologne, Germany! Monday, Aug 19 & Tuesday, Aug 20 The heart of #ddc2024 is the main conference, where distinguished experts from the global games industry give exclusive talks, participate in panel discussions and roundtables, and lead insightful workshops. The programm will feature around 160 sessions by 250 speakers.
College of Education assistant professor earns national dissertation award
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Mariah Harmon, assistant professor of education (teacher education) in the Penn State College of Education’s Department of Curriculum and Instruction, has been named as the 2024 recipient of the James Anderson Outstanding Dissertation Award, presented by the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE).
Two Penn State Humphrey Fellows to speak at AAUW State College event
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — A pair of Penn State Hubert H. Humphrey Fellows will speak later this month at an American Association of University Women (AAUW) State College event. Odgerel Batsaikhan and Ninoska Leiva will present at AAUW State College’s “International Perspectives on Women in Society” program from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Jan. 25 at Graduate State College (formerly the Atherton Hotel).
Brian Cox on Turner Classic Movies: ‘I’ll Defend It to the Death’
As part of Variety‘s 100 Greatest Television Shows of All Time issue, we asked 12 of our favorite creators of television to discuss the series that inspire and move them. Check out all the essays, and read our full list of the best TV shows ever made. When I was a child in Scotland, television was brand-new — it only had three channels, then. And when my dad died, when I was 8, they put me in front of the television instead of having me go to his funeral.
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