Feature Archive

Alumni reflect on longevity, impact of Hazleton PTA program

Penn State Hazleton continues to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the accreditation of its physical therapist assistant (PTA) program, a proud milestone those close to the program said is a testament to its curriculum, rigor, and reputation for producing skilled graduates.

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Creating connections: Hazleton offers students meaningful ways to get involved

Whether it's exploring interests, enhancing education, or just making new friends, student engagement comes in many meaningful forms at Penn State Hazleton.

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Class trip leads to job offer for Hazleton medical laboratory technology major

U.S. Army veteran and medical laboratory technology major Sean Demczyszyn credits a class trip for putting him on the path to a valuable internship and, ultimately, a full-time job.

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Alumnus finds inspiration from late Penn State Hazleton professor

Decades after learning lifelong lessons from him as a young Penn State Hazleton student in the 1970s, John M. Nonnemacher continues to draw motivation and inspiration from late professor Nick Skimbo.

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International students finding home away from home at Penn State Hazleton

Faculty dedication, staff support and key resources are helping a group of Penn State Hazleton international students succeed as they adjust to college and a new country.

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New, existing aid opportunities opening doors at Penn State Hazleton

Easing the burden on students and parents by helping to make a Penn State education affordable and accessible is a critical part of Penn State Hazleton's mission.

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Speaker series helps Penn State Hazleton students learn about realities of work in criminal justice

Penn State Hazleton criminal justice majors hear real-world perspectives on potential career paths in the field after graduation.

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Hazleton health policy and administration students succeeding in workforce

Required internships in health care-related settings provide HPA students valuable experience and contacts in the industry.

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Computer Science program welcomes Jeffrey Chiampi as coordinator, professor

Chiampi draws on his expertise and industry experience to provide a learning experience that puts problems into real-world contexts.

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Alumnus pursuing doctorate credits Penn State Hazleton for impactful learning experience

Now entering the crux of a doctoral degree program in bioengineering and his seventh year as a college student overall, Héctor Millán Cotto largely credits his time as a 1+3 student at Penn State Hazleton for gaining the confidence and educational foundation that helped him get this far.