Associate Professor of History Justin Nordstrom has been quoted in national and international media, drawing parallels between current anti-Islam sentiment and anti-Catholicism a century ago.
Attorney Thomas K. Noonan, of Mahanoy City, donated an 8-inch Dobsonian telescope to the physics and science departments at Penn State Hazleton. Noonan’s gift, which includes an assortment of eye pieces, lenses and instructional materials, is the most recent support for the study of astronomy and astrophysics. Astronomy classes, along with the student astronomy club, have been popular campus offerings, and plans for expansion of the program are currently underway.
Six students from Penn State Hazleton visited Ireland over spring break on a trip that enhanced their cultural knowledge while providing opportunities to consider how their majors apply to other cultures.
Penn State Hazleton released the results of a survey of students’ experiences with and attitudes about sexual misconduct today (April 13), including a finding that 5.8 percent of students reported being the victim of at least one instance or attempt of sexual assault. The results are part of a comprehensive University-wide survey conducted last fall.
Jacqueline Walters recently retired from her position as disability services coordinator and academic support specialist at Penn State Hazleton, where she spent the last 26 years of her career.
Reality TV stars Abel James and Alyson Rose will visit Penn State Hazleton April 21 for a day of interacting with students and the public. The pair promote healthy living through fitness and healthy meals featured in their cookbooks.
