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Penn State Greater Allegheny’s fourth annual All Campus Day introduced the "Growing Older" common intellectual experience, aimed at exploring and understanding the complexities of aging, especially in a region with a significant senior population.

The Berks LaunchBox in partnership with Penn State Berks will host its free 3D Modeling and Printing Workshop for Manufacturing Companies from 3 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, in Reading, Pennsylvania.

The Berks LaunchBox recently announced seven recipients of the second round of the “IMAGINE Your Business” grants.

Proposition 305 had become one of the most contentious ballot-box battles over school choice in the 2018 midterm elections. But its loss is not necessarily a defeat for school choice advocates.

A leading autism researcher and former special education teacher offers advice to help students cope with the abrupt changes brought on by the novel coronavirus outbreak.

With a mission to bridge the gap in health equity in rural communities, Penn State College of Medicine has launched the Center for Advancing Health Equity in Rural and Underserved Communities.

The Pullo Family Performing Arts Center kicks off its Fall 2024 season with magic and haunted tales, before weaving into nostalgic cinema, familiar songs, and holiday spirit. Tickets are available for purchase on Ticketmaster.

The Penn State Institute for Computational and Data Sciences announced two new co-hires: Dana Calacci, assistant professor in the College of Information Sciences and Technology, and Enrico Casella, assistant professor of data science for animal systems in the College of Agricultural Sciences. 

Penn State’s Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT), part of Penn State University Libraries, has welcomed five University instructors across three campuses into its Faculty Fellows cohort for 2024-26 and started collaborating on a new collection of projects. Faculty chosen for the Faculty Fellows program team up with TLT on innovative technology projects, with past endeavors spanning a broad spectrum from learning spaces to virtual reality/immersive experiences to data-empowered learning.

Barnes and Noble College — a Barnes and Noble Education company that operates the Penn State Bookstore — has continued its longtime partnership with the University and the Penn State Corporate Engagement Center to award a 2024-25 round of grants supporting a range of programs and initiatives across the commonwealth.

Penn State Brandywine’s and Penn State Berks’ LaunchBoxes, powered by Penn State, collaborated with Penn State Great Valley to hold the fall 2024 Idea TestLab Pitch Competition on Nov. 4. Six startup entrepreneurs participated in the competition, which was held at Great Valley.

Kevin Snider, who became chancellor of the New Kensington campus in 2008, will leave behind a legacy of innovation, fostering partnerships and community development when he retires from Penn State on Dec. 31.

The Biology and Ecology Student Research Showcase, hosted by the Biology Graduate Student Association and Ecology Graduate Student Organization on Nov. 1, featured poster and podium presentations from nearly 30 graduate and undergraduate students.

Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus will host 24 basketball games inside its Community Center Main Arena between Nov. 5, 2024, and Feb. 11, 2025.

The North Central Pennsylvania (NCPA) LaunchBox powered by Penn State DuBois marked a year of significant achievements in 2023-24 by fostering regional industry growth and workforce development. A key highlight of the year was the LaunchBox’s pivotal role in the North Central Pressed Materials Strategy Development Consortium, an initiative aimed at advancing the pressed material industry in central Pennsylvania.

Western Cape MEC for local government, environmental affairs and development Anton Bredell has filed an application for leave to appeal a high court order suspending construction of a R4.5 billion project that will house Amazon’s Africa headquarters.

Residential rental growth has reached its best levels since the pandemic started, a new report shows.

A new civil rights in education initiative, called AdvancED Equity, that focuses on advancing research to inform policy related to civil rights protections in the field of education, was recently established with contributions from Penn State.

A short-term creative outreach team helps long-term workers connect with several young men in a least-reached area.

A team of researchers led by Nanyin Zhang, the Dorothy Foehr Huck and J. Lloyd Huck Chair in Brain Imaging and professor of biomedical engineering at Penn State, recently published their findings about how blood flow changes to different brain regions relate to what is happening with the brain's neurons.

Penn State Great Valley is offering a streamlined 33-credit MBA with highly flexible delivery and the opportunity to specialize by earning up to three graduate certificates as part of the program.

Aiming to reinvigorate debate over polarizing issues, Penn State graduate and longtime volunteer James P. Jimirro has made a gift to create a debate series, which is projected to raise the University’s profile as a national leader in showcasing free speech in action.

Governor Carney, DSHA, New Castle County Announce $40 Million in Housing Assistance WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney and Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) Director Anas Ben Addi on Monday announced the reopening of the Delaware Housing Assistance Program (DE HAP), which provides financial assistance for renters affected by COVID-19, and announced that emergency mortgage […]

DOVER – Six projects statewide will receive $2.8 million from Delaware’s Strong Neighborhoods Housing Fund to address vacant, abandoned or foreclosed properties, Governor John Carney and Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) Director Anas Ben Addi announced today. The Strong Neighborhoods Housing Fund is used to support community development, address crime and transform neighborhoods that are […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Eric Slomer, FHLBank Pittsburgh, 412-288-7694, eric.slomer@fhlb-pgh.com Laurie M. Jacobs, Delaware State Housing Authority, laurie@destatehousing.com   DOVER, Del., January 18, 2022 – Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh (FHLBank Pittsburgh) recently announced $1.075 million in Home4Good funding awarded to programs across the state working to […]

The program that provides renters an opportunity to build their credit score without taking on more debt by simply paying their rent   Dover, Del., January 9, 2022 – The Delaware Tenant Rent-Reporting Program Pilot is a new program funded by the American Rescue Plan Act and partnered with Self Financial (Self). “Rent is the […]

El programa ofrece a los inquilinos la oportunidad de mejorar su calificación crediticia sin endeudarse más, simplemente pagando el alquiler.   Dover, Del., 9 de enero de 2022 – El Programa Piloto de Notificación sobre Alquileres de Inquilinos de Delaware es un nuevo programa financiado por la Ley del Plan de Rescate Estadounidense y en […]

Homeowners Can Now Receive Up To $50,000 In Financial Assistance, Including Future Payments and Non-Delinquent Mortgage Payments. Dover, Del. January 11, 2022 – The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) announced today updates to the Delaware Mortgage Relief Program, which include the following: Removing the requirement of 30-day mortgage Homeowners who do not have a delinquent […]

Dover, Del. February 21, 2023 – Now through Friday, March 31, the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) invites all residents to complete a confidential housing survey that will guide housing agencies and local jurisdictions in their efforts to:  Prioritize housing and housing-related services, Develop more targeted program and policy responses, and Better coordinate the use […]

The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) announced four new programs designed to increase access to homeownership in the First State. Now, whether a homebuyer is purchasing their first or next home, DSHA offers mortgage products that can make the dream of homeownership a reality.

The LIHTC was created in 1986 to encourage private/public investment to preserve and construct affordable rental housing nationwide. Alone and combined with tax-exempt private activity bonds, the LIHTC has been the most productive source of affordable housing financing in the nation's history. 

The overarching goal of HOSS is to support individuals and families in maintaining their housing and achieving housing stability. HOSS does this by providing education on and connection to short- and long-term services as needed.

DOVER, Del.: The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh (FHLBank) are excited to announce a combined total of $1.075 million has been awarded to selected nonprofit organizations to support initiatives in Delaware that lead to stable housing for individuals and families who are homeless or determined to be […]

First New Money Tax-Exempt Deal Since 2013 Will Provide $75 Million To Fund Down Payment Assistance Programs and Offer Competitive Mortgage Loan Interest Rates    The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) announced Tuesday new competitive mortgage programs and the relaunch of down payment and closing cost assistance programs that can make the dream of homeownership a […]

DOVER, Del. – Governor John Carney on Tuesday announced he intends to nominate Cynthia Karnai to serve as Director of the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA).   Karnai’s nomination must be approved by the Delaware State Senate.    “Cynthia understands the housing situation in Delaware, and she’ll continue the hard work we are doing to create affordable […]

Dover, Del. Tuesday, April 9,  2024 – Today, the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) announced an additional $100,000 in funding awarded to the Eviction Defense Project (EDP). The funding will continue supporting housing stability for low-income, at-risk renters.  The EDP is a partnership between Delaware’s nonprofit civil legal services providers and other justice community partners […]

The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) announced today the launch of its new and improved user-friendly website: https://www.destatehousing.com/. The new website was designed with the public and partners in mind, providing them easy access to services, resources, and information. The new website offers a fresh look and enhanced features like site translation services, improved search […]

WILMINGTON – The Delaware Children’s Department (DSCYF) has announced that it plans to launch the trauma-informed initiative Take Care Delaware statewide in 2022. Take Care Delaware is an innovative trauma-informed program that promotes school and community partnerships, such as law enforcement and mental health providers, to help children exposed to trauma receive support so they […]

Governor John Carney, Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long and the Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families (DSCYF) on Tuesday announced a $16 million investment to renovate and remodel Wharton Hall on the DSCYF campus.

The UP Police Constable Exam 2024 was conducted on August 23, 24, 25, 30, and 31, 2024.

The programme is designed to help product leaders, new and evolving CPOs, business founders and consultants.

The results for the Delhi University Students' Union elections will be declared on November 21, almost two months after the polls were held, according to university officials.

Recent DNA findings from Pompeii reveal complex ancestry and social diversity, challenging earlier assumptions about family structures and cultural roles in the ancient city. Analysing skeletal remains has shown that some groups presumed to be family members were not biologically related, while traditional gender roles were also re-evaluated. This research highlights the cosmopolitan nature of Pompeii’s society and opens a new chapter in understanding life before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

China’s Zhurong rover has discovered formations on Mars that could signal the remnants of a once vast ocean. Landing in the Utopia Planitia region, the rover identified formations commonly linked to past water presence, supporting the theory that Mars was once home to a massive body of water. While the findings do not offer definitive proof, they bring scientists closer to understanding Mars' history and its potential to support life.

Palworld developer Pocketpair has shared details from the patent infringement lawsuit brought against it by Nintendo and The Pokémon Company in September, shedding light on the plaintiffs’ demands. The two companies are seeking an injunction on Palworld, a survival game with monsters that bear alleged similarities to the creatures from the Pokémon franchise.

Realme GT 7 Pro will launch in India on November 26 at 12pm IST. The phone was unveiled in China earlier this month. The Indian variant is expected to be similar to its Chinese counterpart. Now Realme has revealed several camera specifications and features of the Realme GT 7 Pro.

Apple unveiled its first mixed-reality headset Vision Pro at WWDC last year. Rumours about its successor have been circulating online for a while, and now Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has suggested the launch timeline for the next generation Apple Vision Pro. Gurman claims that the upcoming model will have a similar design as the current model.

Oppo Find X8 series was introduced in China on October 24. Now the company has announced the India launch date of the lineup. The Oppo Find X8 and Oppo Find X8 Pro will launch in India later this month. The availability details and key features of the handsets have been confirmed. Alongside the Oppo Find X8 series, Oppo will also unveil the Android 15-based ColorOS 15 for the global market.