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Psychology students at Penn State Behrend used the Pokemon Go game to test technology's effect on our spatial intelligence.

Ken Louie directs the Economic Research Institute of Erie and is an associate professor of economics at Penn State Behrend.

Manufacturing employment in Erie County has decreased since the 1970s. This year's ERIE Conference at Penn State Behrend explored the impact continued job losses will have on the future of the region.

Advanced industries now account for more than 20,000 jobs, directly and indirectly, in Erie County. Most pay well: The average annual salary is $78,000, according to the Brookings Institution.

Smoke School attendees participate in the field test portion of the training during the Spring 2016 program held at University Park.

Smoke School attendees participate in the field test portion of the training during the Spring 2016 program held at University Park.

Alumni in the vineyards during the Behrend Alumni and Friends Wine Tour 2016.

Alumni enjoying wine on the 2016 wine tour

Students gather just outside of the 911 Memorial.

Black School of Business students take a photo in front of the New York Stock Exchange during the 2017 Spring Trip.