Penn State Beaver, Behrend and Greater Allegheny have expanded degree offerings in health care, engineering and technical fields to meet Pennsylvania workforce demand, with hands-on, industry-aligned programs. An opportunity to connect with campus representatives is scheduled for Feb. 18 at the Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center.
Melissa “Roo” Kojancie, a 2000 graduate of the biology program at Penn State Behrend, began her career as an intern at the Erie Zoo. Today, she's the president and CEO.
Penn State Behrend’s wrestlers were named the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference Dual-Meet Champions, finishing the season with wins over Alfred State and the Pennsylvania College of Technology. The Lions host St. John Fisher on Jan. 17.
Penn State Behrend’s basketball teams continued their seasons through the winter semester break. The women’s team was 2-1, with wins over Hiram and Bluffton. The men’s team was 1-2, with a win over Hiram.
A new 16-month degree program at Penn State Behrend will fast-track a career change for college graduates who want to work in nursing. Classes begin in the fall of 2026.
The Penn State Behrend men’s basketball team has won five consecutive games and is undefeated in Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference action. The Lions travel to the University of Buffalo on Dec. 22.
The Penn State Institute for Computational and Data Sciences' Mid-Scale Seed Grant Program has awarded eight teams of Penn State researchers for projects that will contribute to one or more of the institute's research hubs or affiliated centers.
Penn State Behrend runner Carter Tobin won the 60-meter dash at the Houghton December Classic. He finished in 6.85 seconds – a qualifying time for the All-Atlantic Region Track and Field Conference.
Penn State Behrend has presented the Behrend Medallion, the college’s highest award, to alumnus Robert D. Metzgar, former University trustee, former president of Warren-based North Penn Pipe and Supply, and a longtime supporter of Penn State and its students. The award is given to individuals who, by their service to society, have brought honor to their profession, their community and themselves.
The Penn State Behrend swimming and diving teams set pool and team records at the Fredonia Blue Devil Invite. The men’s team won the three-day invitational; the women’s team placed second.
