A prospective Penn Stater and his family get admissions information from Corinne Coulson, enrollment services specialist at Penn State New Kensington’s “Spend a Summer Day” admissions event in July.
This week, we recognize two people who go above and beyond what's asked of them in their work at the University. We're sending a "We Are!" to Penn Staters with Penn State Hershey and Penn State New Kensington.
A reception for artist Vince Ornato is set for 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15, in the Art Gallery at Penn State New Kensington. Ornato’s exhibit, "They Were Not Anonymous,"[KNH3] provides an ironworker’s perspective on Pittsburgh’s industrial past. The show features more than 40 paintings, including his industrial series works, such as pouring steel, ending a shift at the U.S. Steel plant, and working high in the air.
To get a firsthand look at hands-on learning in the STEM fields, U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus (R-12), of Sewickley, visited Penn State New Kensington Aug. 23 and met with faculty and students in engineering and health care fields.
After being welcomed to campus by Chancellor Kevin Snider, the two-term congressman talked with students in the Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology (EMET), Biomedical Engineering Technology (BET) and Radiological Sciences programs.
The availability of more than $60,000 in new grants for projects that complement the campus’ strategic plan was the cornerstone of Penn State New Kensington Chancellor Kevin Snider’s “State of the Campus” address Aug. 18. The chancellor annually gives updates to faculty and staff prior to the start of the fall semester.
Preparing for joint replacement is the theme of a discussion at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13, in Penn State New Kensington's Conference Center. The presentation is geared to people considering a hip or knee replacement.
Penn State New Kensington alumni and friends can summon their inner Andy Warhol at the “Paint ‘n Sip” creative art social from 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 21 in the campus Art Gallery. The event is designed to inspire friends and family to let loose their brush in a communal setting where participants are encouraged to paint, eat, drink and socialize. No previous art experience is required.
