The latest news and information about Penn State Outreach and its impact on the Commonwealth.
The theme for the 2027 show is “Iconic.” The plants, objects, and other elements used should reflect the people, research, history, and experiences that have shaped Penn State. As part of that effort, the Arboretum is inviting the entire Penn State community to help tell the University’s story through a “Call for Objects.”
For more than three decades, Penn State’s Diane Sinkus has helped Pennsylvania’s child support professionals navigate complex cases, learn new systems, and build the skills they need to better serve families.
Pittsburgh Connect is designed exclusively for Penn State students who are eager to explore career opportunities and develop connections in the Pittsburgh job market. The event is free and open to all students regardless of campus, year, or major.
The City Semester Internship Program connects students with internships at impact-driven organizations while providing opportunities for professional development, networking and reflection throughout the summer.
Students who have participated in an experiential learning opportunity through Penn State programs are encouraged to apply to present their work through lightning talks and poster sessions at the 2026 Experiential Learning Showcase.
Through their work at The Arboretum at Penn State, Aubrey Tallon is helping create outdoor spaces where everyone can learn, connect, and belong. Their approach to volunteerism, education, and community engagement is rooted in a simple belief: we are a part of nature, not apart from it.
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.
The Max and Shirley Kogan Museum Experience Fund and Experiential Learning Social Impact Fellows program provide students with funding and support to pursue immersive learning experiences that extend their education beyond the classroom.
Penn State students and recent graduates across the state have enriched their classroom education with real-world, hands-on learning experiences through Penn State Outreach programs like Fullers Overlook, Musser Gap Greenway, and Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center.
Mandy DiBella’s work at The Arboretum at Penn State goes far beyond the plants visitors see. As curator of living collections, she connects plants, people, and information, helping transform the Arboretum into a living resource for education, research, conservation, and community engagement.