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Changes Start Semester At Penn State Shenango | September 6, 2018

SHARON, Pa. – As students set foot back on Penn State Shenango’s campus to start the new school year, they may have noticed some changes. The fall semester marks the beginning of the campus’ 53rd year. “It’s great to see so many young faces on campus,” says Campus Director Jo Anne Carrick. “The atmosphere has […]

SHARON, Pa. – As students set foot back on Penn State Shenango’s campus to start the new school year, they may have noticed some changes. The fall semester marks the beginning of the campus’ 53rd year. “It’s great to see so many young faces on campus,” says Campus Director Jo...

YSU Grant Awards Hit 9-Year High at $8.9M | September 5, 2018

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Youngstown State University earned $8.9 million in research and service grants during this past fiscal year and it’s the highest amount in nine years. “Our success in attracting sponsored program funding positively impacts the university, our students and thousands of people across our community, and also affirms that we are an emerging research […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Youngstown State University earned $8.9 million in research and service grants during this past fiscal year and it's the highest amount in nine years. “Our success in attracting sponsored program funding positively impacts the university, our students and thousands of people across our community, and also affirms that...

Students Learn the 3 R’s on iPads and Other Technology | September 4, 2018

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – When students arrived at Chaney High School and Rayen Early College Intermediate School on the first day of class, they were each handed an iPad. Each teacher received a MacBook, an iPad mini and an Apple TV, along with a projector to use with it. Just three years ago this wasn’t the […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – When students arrived at Chaney High School and Rayen Early College Intermediate School on the first day of class, they were each handed an iPad. Each teacher received a MacBook, an iPad mini and an Apple TV, along with a projector to use with it. Just three...

YSU Research Foundation Awarded $14M in Software | September 4, 2018

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YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — A $14 million software package from a global oilfield services company will give students at Youngstown State University hands-on experience with tools used by exploration companies throughout the world. Schlumberger, a worldwide provider of technology for reservoir characterization, drilling, production and processing in the oil and gas industry, awarded the software package […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- A $14 million software package from a global oilfield services company will give students at Youngstown State University hands-on experience with tools used by exploration companies throughout the world. Schlumberger, a worldwide provider of technology for reservoir characterization, drilling, production and processing in the oil and gas...

Harrison Coaches YSU Sports Broadcasting Students | September 3, 2018

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Growing up in Philadelphia, Guy Harrison played little league sports like millions of kids do every year. But the fun of playing sports wasn’t quite enough for Harrison. His analytical mind wouldn’t rest until he explored all the important aspects that sports plays, in society. He wanted to know all the details […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Growing up in Philadelphia, Guy Harrison played little league sports like millions of kids do every year. But the fun of playing sports wasn’t quite enough for Harrison. His analytical mind wouldn’t rest until he explored all the important aspects that sports plays, in society. He wanted...

State Awards Thiel College $1M for Classroom Renovations | August 31, 2018

GREENVILLE, Pa. – Thiel College was awarded $1 million for improvements to laboratories, classrooms and common areas through a state Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program. “The academic facility improvements will enhance the educational and training options at Thiel College, increasing the reasons why students who choose a post-secondary education in Pennsylvania are given every opportunity to […]

GREENVILLE, Pa. – Thiel College was awarded $1 million for improvements to laboratories, classrooms and common areas through a state Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program. “The academic facility improvements will enhance the educational and training options at Thiel College, increasing the reasons why students who choose a post-secondary education in Pennsylvania...

Forbes Ranks PIA Nation’s Two-Year Trade School | August 27, 2018

PITTSBURGH – The Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics has been ranked as the country’s No. 1 two-year trade school by Forbes magazine, up 10 spots from last year’s ranking. The list grades trade schools on academics, post-graduate salary and debt load. Forbes noted PIA alumni earn more than two-thirds of graduates from the magazine’s highest-ranked four-year […]

PITTSBURGH – The Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics has been ranked as the country’s No. 1 two-year trade school by Forbes magazine, up 10 spots from last year’s ranking. The list grades trade schools on academics, post-graduate salary and debt load. Forbes noted PIA alumni earn more than two-thirds of graduates...

Beeghly College Takes Students to Czech Republic | August 27, 2018

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By Marcia Matanin YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Beeghly College of Education at Youngstown State University prepares teachers, counselors, school administrators and school psychologists who are job-ready from day one. This results from the myriad in-depth field placements our students learn from experienced practitioners who teach them how to meet the needs of the students, families […]

By Marcia Matanin YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Beeghly College of Education at Youngstown State University prepares teachers, counselors, school administrators and school psychologists who are job-ready from day one. This results from the myriad in-depth field placements our students learn from experienced practitioners who teach them how to meet the...

Penn State Ranks No. 1 for Supply Chain Programs | August 27, 2018

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Gartner, Inc., has once again ranked Penn State Smeal College of Business as No. 1 in North American graduate supply chain programs in a recent report. This marks the fifth time Penn State has earned the top spot in Gartner’s published rankings since 2008. New this year is that Penn State, […]

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Gartner, Inc., has once again ranked Penn State Smeal College of Business as No. 1 in North American graduate supply chain programs in a recent report. This marks the fifth time Penn State has earned the top spot in Gartner’s published rankings since 2008. New this...

Westminster College Receives $1M Grant for New Center | August 23, 2018

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. – Westminster College was awarded a $1 million grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation to support environmental education and research facilities. The Center for the Environment will serve as the epicenter for educating Westminster students in the fields of environmental science and environmental studies, as well as students from other disciplines interested in […]

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. – Westminster College was awarded a $1 million grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation to support environmental education and research facilities. The Center for the Environment will serve as the epicenter for educating Westminster students in the fields of environmental science and environmental studies, as well as students...