As acceptance letters are gradually making their ways into the hands of future Penn Staters, and these Penn Staters are accepting their offers, they now have an exciting choice to make the college experience really feel real: choosing your residence hall preferences. This gives you a chance to choose where you spend your freshman year, […]
Why I Chose Penn State
As I’m getting ready to spend a semester across the pond and more than 3,000 miles from Penn State, I can’t help but reflect on what all brought me here to begin with and all of the amazing things and people I’d be leaving behind. I grew up in a town not far from State […]
Student Spotlight: Dylan Bard
Name: Dylan Bard Year: Junior Major: Pre-Med Where they lived on campus: South Halls Favorite dining hall: Pollock Dining Commons has a really great buffet. […]
The Road to THON: 100 Days
If you’ve read any of my past blogs, you’ve probably realized that I absolutely adore THON. If you haven’t, and have no idea what THON is, THON is a 46 hour no-sitting, no-sleeping dance marathon that raises money and awareness for pediatric cancer research and treatment. THON is kind of a huge deal at Penn […]
Student Spotlight: Sophie Gordon
Name: Sophie Gordon Year: Senior Major: Rehabilitation and Human Services Favorite part about Penn State: I love Penn State because it’s the only school where you can participate in THON! THON is such a rewarding experience. I’m a THON chair for my organization, Penn State Outing Club (where students are encouraged to spend time out in […]
Having Your Voice Heard at Penn State
With the presidential election season winding down, you might find yourself wondering, “How can I make my voice heard on a college level?” Luckily for you, Penn State has a ton of ways to express both your political, social, and academic interests! If you’re looking for ways to better the campus community during your future […]
Campus Job Search 101: Job Opportunities at Penn State
While in college, it’s not hard to find someone who is working multiple jobs at a time in order to pay their way through school. Having a job in college is a great way to earn extra money and a way to boost your resume. But is it easy to find a job on a […]
THON 101: Info for Prospective Students
Every year, more than 15,000 strangers become a family. For one weekend, no matter the weather, these more than 15,000 students fill the Bryce Jordan Center to celebrate the year-long efforts of THON to fight childhood cancer and make a statement: we won’t stop until cancer does. The Penn State Dance Marathon, better known as […]
Falling in Love With Commonwealth Campuses
Some students dream of going away for college, and others find their home right around the corner. For some, their first campus was their first love and they couldn’t imagine being anywhere else. Penn State allows you to spend two years at two different campuses or even stay all four years at one campus and students […]
The 2+2 Plan, a great option for students searching for something different
We all have a list of things we’re looking for when looking for your dream college. Whether you’re looking for a specific program, a location, or to save some money, different options are perfect for different people. At Penn State, we’re fortunate enough to have the option to attend all four years of college at […]