Penn State’s Commonwealth Campuses and the state’s community colleges have announced a new collaboration aimed at expanding educational opportunities in Pennsylvania and removing barriers to degree completion among college students. The collaboration builds upon long-standing relationships between the campuses and the community colleges and a shared commitment to access and affordability in higher education.
Penn State Hazleton is grieving the loss of Bertil E. “Bert” Lofstrom, a campus alumnus, Air Force veteran and, along with his wife Mary, longtime campus supporter for whom the library is named.
At an event held on Oct. 31, leaders from the Student Philanthropy Network announced that the class of 2024 has voted to create the University Park Undergraduate Association Basic Needs Endowment as their class gift. The fund will provide sustained support for students facing hardships in pursuit of their degree.
Jennifer Oshinski has been promoted to regional human resources strategic partner, a role that will see her provide HR leadership and support to Penn State Hazleton, Penn State Scranton and Penn State Wilkes-Barre.
A series of seed grants from the Office of the Vice President for Commonwealth Campuses has provided Penn State campus leaders with the support to implement transformative initiatives and best practices that have been successful at other University campuses.
Justin Schwartz, interim executive vice president and provost, Andrea Dowhower, interim vice president for Student Affairs, and Wes Sheets, interim chief, University Police and Public Safety, share a message of support for the Spartan community following the tragic shooting on the Michigan State campus on Monday night.
Roger Brindley, vice provost for Penn State Global; Andrea Dowhower interim vice president for Student Affairs; and Renata Engel, vice provost for online education, share resources available for individuals who have been impacted by the earthquake in Syria and Turkey, as well as ways to help with the rescue and recovery.
A $550,000 contribution from the estate of late attorney, philanthropist and Penn State Hazleton benefactor Pasco L. Schiavo will extend a scholarship program established in his name through 2028, providing critical financial support for students during their first and second years at the campus.
A gift of more than $900,000 from the estates of longtime Penn State Hazleton benefactors Joseph and Evelyn Adams will further contribute to the late couple’s legacy of supporting student success and educational access.
Penn State Hazleton Chancellor Elizabeth J. Wright shared her vision and priorities for the campus with supporters during a welcome luncheon at the Mary M. and Bertil E. Lofstrom Library.
