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

Shaver’s Creek Invites Community to Explore During Fall Open House on Sept. 12Shaver's Creek Environmental Center in a fall setting.
Shaver’s Creek Invites Community to Explore During Fall Open House on Sept. 12 September 3, 2026 - The Penn State and local communities can welcome the arrival of fall at the Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center Fall Open House on Saturday, September 12, with free hands-on activities, wildlife programs, live music, guided walks, and opportunities to explore the outdoors.
Where Plants, People, and Purpose Meet: The Work of Mandy DiBellaA woman stands inside a greenhouse holding a clipboard and looking at large green plants surrounding her.
Where Plants, People, and Purpose Meet: The Work of Mandy DiBella August 26, 2026
Commonwealth Commitment Awards Honor Penn State Changemakers Across PennsylvaniaStudents outdoors building a raised box out of wood in a garden.
Commonwealth Commitment Awards Honor Penn State Changemakers Across Pennsylvania August 13, 2026
Penn State Summer Program Helps Students Discover What Comes NextSummer Discovery program participants pose for a group photo in front of a building that has been painted to look like a forest.
Penn State Summer Program Helps Students Discover What Comes Next August 13, 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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