It’s been nearly 20 years since the Cassini–Huygens spacecraft, pictured, launched and began its mission to Saturn. That mission will be the topic of discussion when Open House Nights in Astronomy returns to Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, on Thursday, Sept. 7.
The Young People's Chorus of Erie will hold open rehearsals later this month for its 2017-18 season. Open rehearsals give young people between the ages of 7–18 the opportunity to attend a rehearsal, meet the staff and learn about YPC Erie.
Nearly 500 people viewed the solar eclipse at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, on Aug. 21. The School of Science set up three telescopes at the west edge of campus for the event, which was open to the public.
Lynn Haid and her daughter, Cassidy, unpack during new-student move-in day at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College. Nearly 1,200 new students arrived Aug. 17.
Jacob Lenhardt, of McKean, has had this furry good luck charm since he had surgery in third grade. It served him well then, and the project and supply chain management major hopes it once again provides him with good luck this fall when he begins his college career.
Joshua Bechtold, from Gibsonia, Pa., loves to drum. Don't worry, his neighbors can rest easy. He promises that he won't make too much noise when he's jamming out in the residence halls.
Home will never be too far away from North Huntingdon, Pa., native Skyler Astorino. This display of friends and family will be hanging in her room this fall.
Becca Olanrewaju, left, and Emily Brocious, both of Erie, were more than familiar with Penn State Behrend. While in eighth grade, the two participated in Math Options Career Day, a STEM youth outreach program hosted by the college. The two brought along a Math Options t-shirt to commemorate the fact that they had now come full circle.
Lauren Coleman, from Cleveland, is a voracious reader. The collection of books she brought ensures she won't be bored during that first fall rainy day on campus.
