SHARON, Pa. – Penn State Shenango will mark its 60th anniversary this month with events celebrating the contributions of alumni and employees.
The campus will host the McDowell Appreciation Event on Oct. 9 at the Corinthian Banquet Hall in Sharon, and alumni and employees who have shown dedication to the campus community will be recognized at the inaugural Time, Talent, and Treasure Awards. Attendance at the McDowell Appreciation Event is by invitation only.
A communitywide event commemorating the 60th anniversary of the campus is scheduled for 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 15 and is open to all at no cost.
The event, held on the Penn State Shenango campus, will feature live music from Leather and Lace Music Productions and refreshments from local businesses, including Allie’s Sweet Tooth and Giavonna’s Gourmet Coffee.
Attendees are encouraged to look back through the history of Penn State Shenango with yearbook and memorabilia displays and explore the campus through self-guided tours to see how it has changed over the years, including the newly renovated occupational therapy sensory classroom in the Chadderton Lab.
“We are excited to welcome families, students, alumni and friends to campus to recognize this important milestone,” said Carey McDougall, regional chancellor of Penn State Beaver and Penn State Shenango. “Whether you’ve visited campus hundreds of times or have never walked its halls, this is a celebration for the whole community to honor the legacy of Penn State Shenango.”
The campus will close after the spring 2027 semester. According to McDougall, the closure decision adds to the importance of celebrating its legacy.
“The Shenango campus has been an integral part of the Shenango Valley for 60 years and has created pathways to a world-class Penn State education for thousands of local residents in that time,” she said. “Those life-changing experiences are worth celebrating, and we look forward to seeing everyone on campus.”
Those interested in attending can RSVP HERE.