Penn State University
The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State or PSU) founded in 1855 as Farmers’ High School of Pennsylvania, is a public state-related land-grant research university with campuses and facilities throughout Pennsylvania, United States.
As Pennsylvania’s land-grant university, it offers over 275 degree programs and hosts more than 1,000 student organizations. Its main campus, University Park, is home to the iconic Nittany Lion mascot and Beaver Stadium, one of the largest college football venues.
Address: 201 Old Main, University Park, PA 16802
Phone: (814) 865-4700
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Council Rock North Soccer Star Mia Cairone Finds Home at Nebraska After Penn State Withdraws
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Chester County Appoints Melissa Harrop to New AgConnect Communications Role
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Coming from Downingtown-based Victory Brewing, Richie Tevlin Starts His Own Beer Company
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Malvern-based Frontline Education Finds Its New CEO in Penn State Alum Matt Strazza
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Chester County Leadership: Jamila Winder, Chair, Montgomery County Board of Commissioners
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10 Years In and Spotted Lanternfly Damage is Less Than Expected
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National Pennsylvania Day is Today, Here’s What to Know About The Keystone State
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Casey Schaum is a Pillar of the Skateboarding Community in Chester County
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Chester County Celebrates Graduation of Nearly 100 Project RECONNECT Students
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Aaron Johnson
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Jillian Simmons
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Chalfont Native Ryan Coleman Dazzles Judges of NBC’s ‘The Voice,’ Moves to Next Round
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Chester County Names Andrew McMullen as New Parks & Trails Manager
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Chester County Leadership: Courtney Kelly, Executive Director of Admission, Widener University
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Vanguard CEO Tim Buckley to Retire, New Company President Appointed
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Finance Life Events with Your Home’s Equity
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Chester County Leadership: John Fessick, Market Executive for Pennsylvania and Delaware, Wells Fargo
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