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.
Prospective students and their families are invited to visit Penn State Hazleton on Saturday, Feb. 4, for an open house featuring a presentation about all things Penn State, activities, specialized breakout sessions, a campus tour, lunch, and opportunities to have questions about academic programs, campus life and more answered by current students, faculty, and staff.
Penn State Hazleton’s Pasco L. Schiavo Scholars Program has been extended through 2028 thanks to a $550,000 contribution from the estate of late attorney, philanthropist and campus benefactor Pasco L. Schiavo. Pictured are (from left): Desiree Voitek, director of campus development and alumni relations, Elizabeth J. Wright, chancellor, Linda L. Schiavo, trustee of the Pasco L. Schiavo Charitable Trust, and David Pedri, Luzerne Foundation President and CEO.
Penn State Hazleton second-year student Angelica Sofia Pares Alicea works alongside Assistant Professor of Biology Megan Schall in the molecular genetics research lab.
Elizabeth Gillen, a Housing and Food Services intern and Penn State World Campus graduate student, recently helped organize and prepare a special Mediterranean-themed meal at Penn State Hazleton.
A heart-healthy blend of lemon quinoa, garlic chickpeas, butternut squash and balsamic chicken breast was on the menu for students at Penn State Hazleton recently thanks to a special Mediterranean-themed meal organized by campus Housing and Food Services intern and Penn State World Campus graduate student Elizabeth Gillen.
Second-year student Angelica Sofia Pares Alicea gained support, encouragement and valuable research experience under the mentorship of female faculty members Eshani Lee and Megan Schall.
Professor of Music and Integrative Arts Thomas Smialek (center) was recently honored for his 33-year teaching career at the campus during a special luncheon at the Slusser/Bayzick Building. Also pictured are (from left): Penn State Hazleton Chancellor Elizabeth J. Wright, Smialek and his family, and Interim Director of Academic Affairs Albert Lozano-Nieto.
