We inspire discovery by presenting events, ideas, and places that promote growth and provide educational experiences for learners of all ages.

Impact Stories on Inspiring Discovery

Explore Nature and Wellness at the Arboretum’s ‘Wild Wellness’ FestivalA group of people doing yoga in a tree garden.
Explore Nature and Wellness at the Arboretum’s ‘Wild Wellness’ Festival April 15, 2026 - The community is invited to explore the benefits of movement, art, and wellness in the natural surroundings of The Arboretum at Penn State during the annual Wild Wellness Festival and Market on Sunday, April 26.
Anna George Named New Executive Director of Shaver’s Creek Environmental CenterPerson with shoulder‑length hair wearing a patterned scarf outdoors with trees in the background.
Anna George Named New Executive Director of Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center March 17, 2026
Commonwealth Commitment Awards Celebrate Faculty, Staff, and Land-Grant MissionOld Main
Commonwealth Commitment Awards Celebrate Faculty, Staff, and Land-Grant Mission February 20, 2026
WPSU Awarded a $200,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities Yellow text on a black background that says, "The Whiskey Rebellion"
WPSU Awarded a $200,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities  January 22, 2026

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Outreach Programs Inspiring Discovery

Fullers OverlookAn overhead view of the Fullers Overlook property with mountains and a lake in the background
Fullers Overlook
Osher Lifelong Learning InstituteOLLI
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Shaver’s Creek Environmental CenterSummer camp kids at Shaver's Creek Environmental Center
Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center
The Arboretum at Penn StateSpring flowers at the Arboretum
The Arboretum at Penn State

Our Impact Across the Commonwealth

Outline of Pennsylvania with map markers showing people.Learn about the impact that Penn State Outreach programs and all University outreach initiatives have on communities throughout Pennsylvania.

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