Matt DiSanto
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Rita’s Italian Ice Moving to North Atherton Street in 2021
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Rita’s Italian Ice is moving from its downtown State College location to North Atherton Street next spring, according to a sign recently posted in its window.
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Faculty Say Concerns Were Ignored in Penn State’s Reopening Plan
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Hundreds of Penn State faculty members say their concerns were left unaddressed when the university announced plans for students and employees to return to campus for the fall semester.
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Barron Outlines Penn State’s Actions Against Racism, Hate Speech
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Penn State President Eric Barron issued a statement Wednesday morning outlining steps the university will take to address instances of racism, bias, and religious intolerance within its community.
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Penn State Cancels Fall Study Abroad Programs
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Penn State has canceled all fall 2020 study abroad programs amid the coronavirus pandemic, the university announced Monday. University leaders came to the decision “following a considerable amount of information-gathering and careful thought.” They examined factors including international travel advisories, health risks, financial and planning issues, academic modifications, and national travel regulations and immigration support. …
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Penn State Makes SAT, ACT Scores Optional for Summer and Fall 2021 Admissions
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Penn State is making SAT and ACT score submissions optional for prospective students applying for summer or fall 2021 undergraduate admission, the university announced Monday.
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Penn State Considering Bringing ‘Select Student Groups’ Back to Campus This Summer
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Penn State is discussing bringing a small number of students to campus for second summer sessions while meeting Governor Tom Wolf’s requirements, Penn State President Eric Barron announced Thursday night.
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Penn State Launches ‘Return to Work’ Survey for Employees
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The university’s newest questionnaire, which is being sent to Penn State employees via email, hopes to receive feedback to help leaders plan to bring personnel back to work.
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Berkey Creamery Now Offering Same-Day Curbside Pickup Service
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After being closed for nearly two months, Penn State’s Berkey Creamery is offering a curbside pickup service to customers.
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Joe Jonas, Trace McSorley, Lara Spencer and More Address Penn State Graduates During Virtual Commencement
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Penn Staters from around the world tuned into the university’s virtual commencement ceremony Saturday afternoon to congratulate the Class of 2020 and give them some advice as they take their next steps.
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Lion Shrine to Undergo Renovations Starting May 18, Campus Visitors Discouraged
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As graduation rapidly approaches, Penn State is also discouraging students and their families from visiting other campus landmarks in light of the coronavirus pandemic.