Phillip Diouf is recognized as a John Roe Sustainability Impact Awardee
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In recognition of student leadership and commitment to environmental stewardship, Phillip Diouf, an undergraduate at Penn State Abington, has been named one of this year's recipients of the John Roe Sustainability Impact Award. This award, named after the late Penn State mathematics professor John Roe, reflects the profound impact of individuals who are driven to make a difference in the sustainability landscape of the University.
Pin-Hsuan Tseng recognized as a John Roe Sustainability Impact Awardee
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Pin-Hsuan Tseng, a graduate student in the School of Visual Arts at Penn State, has been honored with the John Roe Sustainability Impact Award for her innovative fusion of art education and environmental advocacy. In honor of the late Penn State mathematics professor John Roe, the award recognizes individuals who significantly contribute to sustainable practices within the University community.
Pa. House measure aims to protect vulnerable communities from heavy pollution burden
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The bill would let state regulators deny permits if a plant would create too much of a burden on environmental justice communities.
Jenna Seigworth selected as John Roe Sustainability Impact Awardee
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Jenna Seigworth, a senior at Penn State Behrend, has been distinguished with the 2024 John Roe Sustainability Impact Award for her outstanding leadership in sustainability efforts. Seigworth's deep-seated commitment to a greener, more equitable world has positively impacted both the Penn State Behrend community and the surrounding Erie area.
Harman Singh recognized as John Roe Sustainability Impact Awardee
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Penn State University Park graduate student Harman Singh has been named a recipient of the prestigious 2024 John Roe Sustainability Impact Award, in recognition of her significant contributions and leadership in advancing sustainability efforts within the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences and across the broader University community.
Olivia DiPrinzio recognized as a John Roe Sustainability Impact Awardee
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In recognition of leadership in advancing sustainability initiatives, Olivia DiPrinzio, an undergraduate at University Park, has received a 2024 John Roe Sustainability Impact Award. Through her diverse array of roles and initiatives, DiPrinzio has emerged as a student leader dedicated to promoting sustainability awareness and education on campus.
Penn State students are helping Pennsylvania communities reduce carbon footprint
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On Earth Day 2024, Penn State is recognizing more than 30 undergraduate and graduate students from the University Park campus and Penn State World Campus who have participated in the Local Climate Action Program, which pairs students with local governments to create plans to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.
Six Penn State faculty elected to 2023 cohort of AAAS Fellows
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Six Penn State faculty members in areas ranging from neuropharmacology to computer architecture have been elected to the 2023 cohort of fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the world’s largest general scientific society. This year, AAAS recognized a total of 502 scientists, engineers and innovators with this lifetime honor, bestowed by their peers, for their scientifically and socially distinguished achievements.
David M. Callejo Pérez named chancellor at Penn State Harrisburg
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David M. Callejo Pérez has been named chancellor and dean of Penn State Harrisburg, effective May 1. He has served as interim chancellor and dean at the college since October of 2023.
Researchers can now access their financial accounts in updated portal
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Penn State’s Office of Research Information Systems has updated its researcher portal by adding a new module, called myFunds, that enables researchers to more easily navigate and manage their accounts, including grants and startup funds. The action is part of the Research Support Transformation Project, which aims to reduce administrative burdens and increase the efficiency of operations.
Penn State Climate Consortium awards 11 climate action workshops
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Penn State Climate Consortium announced 11 workshops designed to create and implement climate change solutions through its Climate Solutions Accelerator program.
Landscape architecture faculty honored by international education organization
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Several faculty members of the Stuckeman School’s Department of Landscape Architecture in the College of Arts and Architecture at Penn State were honored by the Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture at the international organization’s annual conference in St. Louis in March.
The global push to involve youth in climate action is gaining momentum, harnessing their innovative spirit, deep investment in the future, and strong collective voice to combat climate change. Getting young people involved ensures that climate policies are forward-thinking and geared towards sustainable development, while their global solidarity and use of digital platforms amplify the call for urgent action. At the forefront of this movement, Penn State's Global Youth Storytelling and Research Lab aims to become a pivotal transnational research hub, empowering young leaders to shape the future of climate and environmental justice. Listen to the podcast.
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