Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center at Penn State

Building a bridge between Pittsburgh and Penn State to support sustainable and equitable communities.

Our Programs - The Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center creates engaged scholarship and continuing education opportunities for students and community members through its programs.

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Our Focus on Engagement - At the Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center at Penn State, we create opportunities for mutually beneficial campus to community connections.

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Our Impact - Learn more about the Center's impact on the Pittsburgh community as a result of our engagement and programs.

Summer Starts Now: Kicking Off Student Programs in Pittsburgh

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 • by Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center

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This summer, the Center is proud to host several transformative programs that immerse students in hands-on learning and community engagement, welcoming high schoolers and college students from Pittsburgh, across Pennsylvania, and around the world.