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President Barron virtual commencement

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Penn State President Eric J. Barron welcomed graduates, families and friends to the livestream of Spring 2020 Commencement ceremony on the afternoon of May 9, 2020. The broadcast also included live remarks from Executive Vice President and Provost Nicholas Jones, along with a variety of videotaped features and special guest appearances.

Robot

Robot

Penn State Harrisburg to host the tenth annual South Central PA Robotics Competition for high school students on November 13.

Nittany Lion Shrine autumn

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The Nittany Lion Shrine basks in the early morning sunlight on a crisp, autumn day. The shrine, cut from a 13-ton block of limestone by Heinz Warneke and Joseph Garatti, was dedicated in October of 1942 and celebrated it's 77th birthday Oct. 24.

Drug Take Back Bin located in Eisenhower police station

Drug Take Back Bin

A secure bin, located in the University Park police station at 30 Eisenhower Parking Deck, offers a safe, convenient and responsible way to dispose of old medications. University Police offers this anonymous take-back service 24/7.

Nittany 1 solar array

Nittany 1 solar array - Penn State

The Nittany 1 solar array, one of three solar farms that make up the 70-megawatt solar array in Franklin County that will provide Penn State with 25% of its purchased electricity, across all campuses, over 25 years.

Covid Testing at BJC

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Clay Kuzmin, a staff member with Drug Free Sports, hands off a COVID-19 saliva test kit to one of the many Penn State students who have made their way to the Bryce Jordan Center for free, pre-departure testing throughout the week.