Samantha Erin Mercer, who will receive her bachelor of science in criminal justice as part of Penn State Harrisburg’s Class of 2021, reflected on finding an academic path perfect for her:
The winning writers of Penn State University Libraries Short Stories’ “A Night at the Circus” spring 2021 contest have been announced. Representing five Penn State campuses, the latest writing contest encouraged students, faculty and staff across the commonwealth to submit their best circus-themed creative writing in the form of short stories or poetry.
Penn State Harrisburg recently recognized outstanding employee contributions at the virtual 2021 Faculty and Staff Recognition Program. Nominated by the college community and selected by various award committees, several faculty and staff members received awards.
Brittany Nicole Harris, who will receive a bachelor of science degree in psychology as part of Penn State Harrisburg’s Class of 2021, said personal perseverance and a strong support system have helped her reach her academic goals. She reflected on her journey.
Penn State recognized its recipients for Student Organization and Involvement Awards and Student Service and Leadership Awards during the week of April 26.
Twenty-seven students from Penn State Harrisburg’s School of Business Administration were recently inducted into Beta Gamma Sigma, an international honor society that recognizes business excellence.
Four students in Penn State Harrisburg’s School of Business Administration were recently inducted into Mu Kappa Tau, a national marketing honor society.
Against the backdrop of the summer 2020 protests surrounding the police killings of persons of color, researchers at Penn State Harrisburg sought to understand whether Pennsylvanians’ perceptions of criminality and violence shifted in response to increased media attention of police-citizen interactions.
Penn State Harrisburg alumnus Jeffrey Miller, vice president of security for the National Football League’s Kansas City Chiefs, played a key role in the NFL successfully pulling off a full season despite the coronavirus pandemic.
