Penn State New Kensington chancellor announces retirement
| psu.edu
Kevin Snider, who became chancellor of the New Kensington campus in 2008, will leave behind a legacy of innovation, fostering partnerships and community development when he retires from Penn State on Dec. 31.
Passion for agricultural safety leads to bequest by professor emeritus
| psu.edu
To ensure the continued support and growth of the agricultural safety and health program in the Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences, Dennis Murphy and his wife, Christy, have committed the payout of a life insurance policy to bolster the Endowment for Agricultural Safety and Health in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering.
Ontario Tech University and Penn State sign MOU on engineering studies, research
| psu.edu
Researchers in Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science and Penn State's College of Engineering have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that taps into the engineering and applied sciences strengths of both institutions. The MOU was initiated by Akhlesh Lakhtakia, Evan Pugh University Professor and Charles G. Binder Professor of Engineering Science and Mechanics at Penn State, and Moustafa El-Gindy, professor at Ontario Tech University.
Heat stress can turn deadly even sooner than experts thought. Are new warnings needed?
| cbsnews.com
As temperatures rise, new research shows critical limits for how heat affects the body may be lower than previously thought. Humidity is a big factor. This article quotes Larry Kenney, Marie Underhill Noll Chair in Human Performance and professor of physiology and kinesiology, about his research.
Penn State places No. 89 in QS 2025 World University Rankings
| onwardstate.com
The university placed in the top 8% of the more than 1,500 institutions graded.
Penn State moving to regional leadership model for Commonwealth Campuses
| psu.edu
With the enrollment period closed for the University’s Voluntary Separation Incentive Program (VSIP), Penn State’s administration is moving forward with its transformation of operations for its Commonwealth Campuses, including a new shared regional administrative model that will create efficiencies across campuses and help reduce expenditures, optimized service teams and a one-time infusion of up to $20 million in additional funding.
Academic Portfolio and Program Review team shares updates, revamped timeline
| psu.edu
The Academic Portfolio and Program Review (APPR) project steering committee has shared updates about the project's timeline, teams and goals.
Study suggests Holstein dairy cows not harmed by producing beef crossbred calves
| psu.edu
Facing economic challenges, dairy farmers are increasingly crossbreeding some of their Holstein cows with beef breed bulls to add value to surplus calves born in their herds. In an analysis of almost 40,000 cows, a team of Penn State researchers found that carrying and birthing the larger crossbred beef calves generally does not negatively affect dairy cow health.
New exhibit will showcase complex lives and impacts of insects
| psu.edu
A new exhibition will help visitors to the Bellefonte Art Museum explore the symbiotic relationship between humans and insects. Created by the Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences, “Entwined Worlds” will shine a spotlight on the crucial role insects play in sustaining ecosystems; pollinating plants; inspiring art, music and literature; and contributing to advancements in medicine, biofuels and construction materials. The exhibition will be on display from July 5 to Aug. 25.
Transitioning to renewable energy: Challenges and opportunities
| by Nutifafa Yao Doumon
Countries around the world are exploring ways to transition away from fossil fuels. The transition, prompted by carbon emissions that exacerbate climate change, is vast and includes renewables such as solar, wind, and hydro. But is transitioning as simple as choosing renewables for energy?
The man behind Philadelphia's green future
| psu.edu
When people see Marcus Ferreira tending to urban street trees or planting pollinator gardens in Philadelphia, they often ask how he gained his expertise. He credits the Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward volunteer program, which he joined in 2021. Since then, he has recruited about a dozen other volunteers through word-of-mouth recommendations.
Two nuclear engineering grad students awarded Department of Energy fellowships
| psu.edu
Penn State nuclear engineering graduate students Scout Bucks and Alex Nellis were awarded graduate fellowships from the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Nuclear Energy University Program. The fellowships include a $169,000 stipend issued over three years and a summer internship at a DOE lab.
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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