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From a historic renaming to groundbreaking research initiatives, student engagement programs, and vibrant community events, this year has been filled with noteworthy milestones that underscore our commitment to supporting sustainable and equitable communities.
In recognition of a truly iconic figure in the Penn State and Pittsburgh communities, our Center will now be known as the Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center at Penn State. Franco’s spirit of giving, dedication to community engagement, and belief in the power of education align seamlessly with Penn State Outreach’s mission to create positive change throughout the Commonwealth.
The second annual Penn State Sustainability Social in Pittsburgh recently brought together thought leaders, change-makers, and community advocates to explore the intersection of sustainability, community engagement, and the pivotal role of education in shaping a brighter future.
Penn State students, if you’re looking to supercharge your career prospects and make invaluable connections in your chosen field, mark your calendars for an event that’s set to change the game.
We are just finishing up another great summer of City Semester Pittsburgh, with six Penn State students living in Pittsburgh and learning about sustainability. They meet each week at the Penn State Center Pittsburgh for a course on urban sustainability, and then spend the rest of the week interning with a local community partner. Let’s check in with one of the students!
In June, 10 students from South West College in Northern Ireland spent three weeks in Pittsburgh learning about sustainable building design through the Penn State High-Performance Building Summer Program.
We just kicked off another great summer of City Semester Pittsburgh — with six Penn State students living in Pittsburgh and learning about sustainability. This semester, we have students from the Colleges of Earth and Mineral Science, the Liberal Arts, Arts and Architecture, and Agricultural Sciences, as well as the Smeal College of Business and the Eberly College of Science. Let’s check in with one of the students!
We just kicked off another great summer of City Semester Pittsburgh — with six Penn State students living in Pittsburgh and learning about sustainability. This semester, we have students from the Colleges of Earth and Mineral Science, the Liberal Arts, Arts and Architecture, and Agricultural Sciences, as well as the Smeal College of Business and the Eberly College of Science. Let’s check in with one of the students!
Did you know that more than a quarter of the world’s population does not have access to clean drinking water, and nearly half do not have access to basic sanitation? This is why the United Nations has made it a priority to address this issue through Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) #6 Clean Water and Sanitation, which aims to ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all by 2030.
This year has already been an eventful and exciting time at the Penn State Center Pittsburgh as the team continues to collaborate with students, faculty, and partners to make a positive impact on the city. Let’s take a closer look at some of the projects and programs that the team has been working on this year, and how they are supporting sustainable and equitable communities.