AI literacy ‘Summer Splash’ workshop to amplify Fall 2024 teaching
| psu.edu
Penn State’s Teaching and Learning with Technology is hosting a hybrid summer workshop for artificial intelligence literacy on the University Park campus titled “GenAI Summer Splash: Riding the Generative AI Wave for Teaching.” This two-hour hands-on workshop for faculty and staff will enhance participant skills within the evolving generative AI landscape.
Women in Engineering Program fosters community, opportunities that beget success
| psu.edu
Earlier this year, Penn State's Women in Engineering Program was honored with an award by the Women in Engineering ProActive Network, in which it was recognized as “an outstanding women in engineering program that serves as a model for other institutions.”
Showalter named assistant dean for graduate and postdoctoral affairs
| psu.edu
Scott Showalter, professor of chemistry and of biochemistry and molecular biology, has been named as the assistant dean for graduate and postdoctoral affairs in the Penn State Eberly College of Science, effective July 1.
Heard on campus: Renowned chemist Stephen Benkovic
| psu.edu
On June 14, many gathered to celebrate the career of renowned chemist Stephen Benkovic, Atherton Professor and Eberly Chair in Chemistry at Penn State, and his wife, Pat, during a special ceremony to celebrate the naming of the Chemistry Building at University Park as the Benkovic Building in their honor.
Associate director’s passion for mentorship aids in interdisciplinary mission
| psu.edu
With a passion for mentorship and support, Penn State Institute for Computational and Data Sciences (ICDS) Associate Director David Hunter combines his experience in academia and statistics to strengthen the interdisciplinary research mission of ICDS and Penn State.
Penn State Altoona students, faculty conducting summer research in Ghana
| psu.edu
Penn State Altoona students Eva Gates and Rachel Desulme and faculty members Lara La Dage and Kofi Adu are among a group conducting research on dragonflies in Ghana, Africa, this summer.
Over 30 Pa. schools have toxic ‘forever chemicals' in their drinking water that exceed EPA standard
| whyy.org
For the first time, Pa. schools with on-site wells have been required to test drinking water for PFAS. Some rely on private wells because they are far away from public water. This article quotes Andy Yencha, educator with Penn State Extension.
The enduring mystery of how water freezes
| quantamagazine.org
Making ice requires more than subzero temperatures. The unpredictable process takes microscopic scaffolding, random jiggling, and often a little bit of bacteria. This article quotes Miriam Freedman, professor of chemistry.
Marsquakes may help reveal whether liquid water exists underground on red planet
| psu.edu
If liquid water exists today on Mars, it may be too deep underground to detect with traditional methods used on Earth. But listening to earthquakes that occur on Mars — or marsquakes — could offer a new tool in the search, according to a team led by Penn State scientists.
Former Pa. DEP secretary wants spreading conventional oil, gas wastewater on roads to remain illegal
| wesa.fm
Spreading wastewater from conventional oil and gas drilling on dirt and gravel roads to keep dust down is a longtime practice in Pennsylvania, one that some say has to stop. This article and radio segment quotes William Burgos, professor of civil and environmental engineering.
Penn State 4th in US, 51st globally in 2024 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
| psu.edu
Penn State ranks No. 4 in the United States and No. 51 overall among the top international institutions assessed by the 2024 Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings. These rankings aim to assess universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, adopted by all U.N. member states that look to improve life for all people and protect the planet.
President Bendapudi helps lead new higher ed council on public-impact research
| psu.edu
In collaboration with The Pew Charitable Trusts, Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi is leading a new coalition of university leaders from across the nation to envision the future of public-impact research in the United States that serves the greater good.
Flooding is the world's most devastating natural disaster, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. Millions of Americans live in high-risk flood zones, with the threat amplified by climate change and aging infrastructure. This episode explores how innovative computer modeling and visualizations can help communities plan for future flood risks and develop effective response strategies. Listen to the podcast.
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