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Class of 2024 votes to establish the UPUA Basic Needs Endowment

At an event held on Oct. 31, leaders from the Student Philanthropy Network announced that the class of 2024 has voted to create the University Park Undergraduate Association Basic Needs Endowment as their class gift. The fund will provide sustained support for students facing hardships in pursuit of their degree.
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Penn State Harrisburg study tours take education global

Penn State Harrisburg’s International Study Tours provide an opportunity to travel the world and learn through firsthand experience. In spring 2024, the college is offering two London study tours and one France and Normandy study tour. Registration is now open for all tours. 
Rick and Patty Barger, with Michelle and John M. Mason Jr.

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Rick and Patty Barger, left, celebrate with Michelle and John M. Mason Jr., now Penn State Harrisburg's former chancellor, in 2022.

Kendis Butler playing basketball

Kendis Butler

Penn State Harrisburg alumna and former women's basketball standout Kendis Butler has been named a Top 30 Finalist for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award. She is the first Penn State Harrisburg student-athlete to be selected as a Top 30 honoree for the prestigious award. 

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Kendis Butler

Penn State Harrisburg alumna and former women's basketball standout Kendis Butler has been named a Top 30 Finalist for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award.