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Impact Stories on Preparing Students

Students Are Invited to Give Back to the Community During Spring BreakStudents working in a food pantry
Students Are Invited to Give Back to the Community During Spring Break February 25, 2026 - The service days offer meaningful civic and experiential learning opportunities for students looking to support their communities.
Commonwealth Commitment Awards Celebrate Faculty, Staff, and Land-Grant MissionOld Main
Commonwealth Commitment Awards Celebrate Faculty, Staff, and Land-Grant Mission February 20, 2026
Beyond the Classroom: Outreach Gives Students Hands-On Learning ExperiencesA woman holds a microphone, speaking on a stage.
Beyond the Classroom: Outreach Gives Students Hands-On Learning Experiences December 4, 2025
Bridging the Gap: How Penn State Is Driving Workforce InnovationThree high school students using laptops while sitting at a table.
Bridging the Gap: How Penn State Is Driving Workforce Innovation November 19, 2025

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Outreach Programs Preparing Students

Experiential LearningA group of students holding a sign the reads, "Experiential Learning Showcase"
Experiential Learning
Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center at Penn StatePenn State Center Pittsburgh
Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center at Penn State
Fullers OverlookAn overhead view of the Fullers Overlook property with mountains and a lake in the background
Fullers Overlook
Readiness Institute at Penn StatePittsburgh skyline and bridge
Readiness Institute at Penn State
Shaver’s Creek Environmental CenterSummer camp kids at Shaver's Creek Environmental Center
Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center
Sustainability Experience CenterSustainability Experience Center with Mount Nittany in the background
Sustainability Experience Center