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Award-winning fiction writer Rion Amilcar Scott wearing a green shirt

Mary E. Rolling Reading Series to present fiction writer Rion Amilcar Scott on Jan. 29

January 23, 2026

Penn State University Press announces new series AFRICANAS

January 22, 2026

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona faculty’s podcast welcomes author Nat Cassidy

January 20, 2026

Erin Murphy

Altoona English professor publishes essay on catalog poems, collaboration

January 20, 2026

Erin Murphy

Penn State Altoona English professor receives second 'Best Microfiction' honor

January 14, 2026

WPSU Poetry Writing Contest is open to aspiring poets in grades K-12

January 14, 2026

Man in blue ballcap leans against a wall in front of a wooden door

Award-winning author, journalist Paul Hendrickson to give guest lecture

January 14, 2026

collage of images: Nittany Lion mascot sitting in chair and reading a book, and "helping" at Open House event

University Libraries’ spring Open House takes place Jan. 21-22

January 13, 2026

Art Space Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Penn State Schuylkill to host Art Space ribbon-cutting ceremony

January 08, 2026

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona faculty’s podcast features author Ivy Grimes

January 05, 2026

Ibiyinka “Ibi” Alao

Art Space at Penn State Schuylkill to host Ibiyinka “Ibi” Alao exhibition

January 05, 2026

Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts

Penn State Altoona to host performing arts series, calls for local artists

December 22, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona faculty’s podcast explores found-footage horror

December 15, 2025

Erin Murphy

Penn State Altoona professor featured in podcast, book review

December 12, 2025

Patricia Jabbeh Wesley Headshot

Altoona professor’s poetry collection makes “Publishers Weekly’ top 10 list

December 10, 2025

Detailed pencil drawing of an elephant against a soft green background, showing textured skin and a curled trunk.

Fall 2025 issue of Penn State Altoona literary arts magazine available online

December 04, 2025

Playing Favorites in cursive font and a selection of color images

Special Collections Library launches new collaborative exhibition

December 04, 2025

Elementary school kids sit in seats in an auditorium.

Center for the Performing Arts champions sensory inclusion with ‘Ada Twist’

December 03, 2025

Erin Murphy

Altoona professor nominated for Pushcart, Best of Net, and fiction awards

December 02, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Altoona faculty talk with author Gwendolyn Kiste in latest podcast episode

November 25, 2025

Cafe Laura Entrance

Things to Do at Penn State: Nov. 20-Dec. 4

November 19, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Altoona faculty interview author Kayli Scholz on latest 'Horror Joy' podcast

November 14, 2025

Penn State Altoona Professor Erin Murphy holding a copy of her latest book Fluent in Blue

Penn State Altoona professor’s book wins international poetry award

November 14, 2025

Book cover for Birdbrains: A Lyrical Guide to Washington State Birds featuring a watercolor heron with wings outstretched.

Penn State Altoona professor publishes poem in bird anthology

November 10, 2025

Glee Club

Things to Do at Penn State: Nov. 13-20

November 10, 2025

Silhouetted dancers pose gracefully on stage against a glowing orange backdrop, with others lying on the floor.

Things to Do at Penn State: Nov. 6-13

November 05, 2025

Matthew Ferrence sitting in front of cinderblock wall with grass in background

Mary E. Rolling Reading Series to present Matthew Ferrence on Nov. 13

November 04, 2025

Erin Murphy

Penn State Altoona professor’s poetry collection reviewed in journal

November 03, 2025

Todd Davis

Penn State Altoona professor nominated for Pushcart Prize

October 31, 2025

Matthew Restall wears a paisley blazer, blue shirt and Elton John-style pink glasses.

Q&A: Matthew Restall delves further into pop music history with recent books

October 30, 2025

A diverse group of of men and women hold a pose or an instrument.

Things to Do at Penn State: Oct. 30-Nov. 6

October 29, 2025

Philip Terman

Penn State Altoona to host poetry reading by Philip Terman Nov. 11

October 28, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona faculty explore fear and catharsis in new podcast episode

October 27, 2025

Aerial drone image of the Cheat River flowing through narrow wooded gorge in the autumn towards Cheat Lake near Morgantown, WV

Penn State Altoona professors’ book longlisted for Writers Conference honor

October 24, 2025

A man and woman dance onstage. The woman is kicking her leg up, flaring the skirt of her white dress.

Things to Do at Penn State: Oct. 23-30

October 21, 2025

man stands at podium at reading event

Penn State Scranton celebrates the freedom to read at Banned Books Read-Out

October 15, 2025

elaborat jack o lantern decoration

Things to Do at Penn State: Oct. 16-23

October 15, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona ‘Horror Joy’ hosts talk creativity with Malarkey Books

October 14, 2025

a man in a blue gray suit smile at the camera, sitting at a table in front of a wall of books

Libraries to host film, Q&A to highlight Black librarians’ impact on literacy

October 13, 2025

Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts

Penn State Altoona to host fall performance series, calls for local artists

October 10, 2025

Matthew Restall wears a blue paisley jacket and blue shirt

Liberal Arts professor explores ‘nine lives’ of Christopher Columbus

October 09, 2025

Portrait of poet Ross Gay sitting in front of tree

Ross Gay to deliver 2025 Emily Dickinson Lecture in American Poetry

October 08, 2025

Audience members listen in at the Hard Freight Cafe event

Penn State Altoona to host fall 2025 Hard Freight Café open mic Oct. 21

October 07, 2025

Keith Gilyard wearing a purple and green striped dress shirt

Liberal Arts faculty member Keith Gilyard publishes four books this year

October 06, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona faculty’s ‘Horror Joy’ podcast spotlights Nick Medina

October 01, 2025

Parker McCollum performs on January 25, 2025

Things to Do at Penn State: Oct. 2-9

October 01, 2025

A dancer stands at the top of a tall screen resembling a dress.

Momix's ‘Alice’ is a trip down rabbit holes Oct. 8 at Eisenhower Auditorium

October 01, 2025

Penn State Altoona students Layna Henry, Nia Hubbard, Jay Schmidt, and Emma Moniz pose on stage for the Human Resources reading.

Penn State Altoona to host staged reading of ‘Human Resources’ Oct. 2

September 29, 2025

Erin Murphy

Altoona English professor presents in University of London conference

September 25, 2025

Todd Davis and Patricia Jabbeh Wesley

Penn State Altoona professors to read in Hometown Voices series

September 24, 2025

Banned Books Week Read-in graphic, hand holding a book with orange abd white background

University Libraries to host banned books read-in on Oct. 7

September 24, 2025

Man with thick graying hair wearing an open collared shirt with black and purple stripes.

Award-winning alumni author embraces mix of history, fiction for his latest book

September 24, 2025

abstract image of blue geometric patterns on an orange background

Things to Do at Penn State: Sept. 25-Oct. 2

September 23, 2025

headshot of acclaimed writer ali araghi

Fiction writer Ali Araghi to offer reading Sept. 25 at University Park

September 19, 2025

Black and white photo of Frances Harper

Symposium celebrating writer, activist Frances Harper set for Sept. 19-21

September 15, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona professors’ podcast welcomes author Thomas Ha

September 15, 2025

Mónica Ortiz Rossi performs with Sanctuario

Things to Do at Penn State: Sept. 11-18

September 10, 2025

Voices of Peace written above the shadows of people holding hands in front of graffiti

Kulkarni Cultural Series presents 'Voices of Peace: World Peace Poetry Night'

September 10, 2025

A dancer sits on one end of a ladder while a man holds the other end.

Momix returns to Eisenhower Auditorium on Oct. 8 with ‘Alice’

September 10, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona professors’ podcast welcomes author Matthew Trifan

September 05, 2025

Graphic novel author to receive Lynd Ward Prize, give author talk on Oct. 24

September 05, 2025

Erin Murphy

Penn State Altoona English professor to present poetry reading and workshop

September 03, 2025

Young Black dancers stand in a row and gesture in unison.

Theatrical dance program celebrates abolitionist’s legacy at Penn State Sept. 19

September 02, 2025

Erin Murphy

Penn State Altoona professor publishes anthology of work poems on Labor Day

September 01, 2025

Critically acclaimed author Pemi Aguda sitting on a chair in front of a plant

‘Pemi Aguda to kick off 2025-26 Mary E. Rolling Reading Series on Sept. 11

August 29, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Altoona professors explore horror’s cathartic nature, role in social protest

August 29, 2025

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Award-winning fiction writer Rion Amilcar Scott wearing a green shirt

Mary E. Rolling Reading Series to present fiction writer Rion Amilcar Scott on Jan. 29

January 23, 2026

Penn State University Press announces new series AFRICANAS

January 22, 2026

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona faculty’s podcast welcomes author Nat Cassidy

January 20, 2026

Erin Murphy

Altoona English professor publishes essay on catalog poems, collaboration

January 20, 2026

Erin Murphy

Penn State Altoona English professor receives second 'Best Microfiction' honor

January 14, 2026

WPSU Poetry Writing Contest is open to aspiring poets in grades K-12

January 14, 2026

Man in blue ballcap leans against a wall in front of a wooden door

Award-winning author, journalist Paul Hendrickson to give guest lecture

January 14, 2026

collage of images: Nittany Lion mascot sitting in chair and reading a book, and "helping" at Open House event

University Libraries’ spring Open House takes place Jan. 21-22

January 13, 2026

Art Space Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Penn State Schuylkill to host Art Space ribbon-cutting ceremony

January 08, 2026

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona faculty’s podcast features author Ivy Grimes

January 05, 2026

Ibiyinka “Ibi” Alao

Art Space at Penn State Schuylkill to host Ibiyinka “Ibi” Alao exhibition

January 05, 2026

Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts

Penn State Altoona to host performing arts series, calls for local artists

December 22, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona faculty’s podcast explores found-footage horror

December 15, 2025

Erin Murphy

Penn State Altoona professor featured in podcast, book review

December 12, 2025

Patricia Jabbeh Wesley Headshot

Altoona professor’s poetry collection makes “Publishers Weekly’ top 10 list

December 10, 2025

Detailed pencil drawing of an elephant against a soft green background, showing textured skin and a curled trunk.

Fall 2025 issue of Penn State Altoona literary arts magazine available online

December 04, 2025

Playing Favorites in cursive font and a selection of color images

Special Collections Library launches new collaborative exhibition

December 04, 2025

Elementary school kids sit in seats in an auditorium.

Center for the Performing Arts champions sensory inclusion with ‘Ada Twist’

December 03, 2025

Erin Murphy

Altoona professor nominated for Pushcart, Best of Net, and fiction awards

December 02, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Altoona faculty talk with author Gwendolyn Kiste in latest podcast episode

November 25, 2025

Cafe Laura Entrance

Things to Do at Penn State: Nov. 20-Dec. 4

November 19, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Altoona faculty interview author Kayli Scholz on latest 'Horror Joy' podcast

November 14, 2025

Penn State Altoona Professor Erin Murphy holding a copy of her latest book Fluent in Blue

Penn State Altoona professor’s book wins international poetry award

November 14, 2025

Book cover for Birdbrains: A Lyrical Guide to Washington State Birds featuring a watercolor heron with wings outstretched.

Penn State Altoona professor publishes poem in bird anthology

November 10, 2025

Glee Club

Things to Do at Penn State: Nov. 13-20

November 10, 2025

Silhouetted dancers pose gracefully on stage against a glowing orange backdrop, with others lying on the floor.

Things to Do at Penn State: Nov. 6-13

November 05, 2025

Matthew Ferrence sitting in front of cinderblock wall with grass in background

Mary E. Rolling Reading Series to present Matthew Ferrence on Nov. 13

November 04, 2025

Erin Murphy

Penn State Altoona professor’s poetry collection reviewed in journal

November 03, 2025

Todd Davis

Penn State Altoona professor nominated for Pushcart Prize

October 31, 2025

Matthew Restall wears a paisley blazer, blue shirt and Elton John-style pink glasses.

Q&A: Matthew Restall delves further into pop music history with recent books

October 30, 2025

A diverse group of of men and women hold a pose or an instrument.

Things to Do at Penn State: Oct. 30-Nov. 6

October 29, 2025

Philip Terman

Penn State Altoona to host poetry reading by Philip Terman Nov. 11

October 28, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona faculty explore fear and catharsis in new podcast episode

October 27, 2025

Aerial drone image of the Cheat River flowing through narrow wooded gorge in the autumn towards Cheat Lake near Morgantown, WV

Penn State Altoona professors’ book longlisted for Writers Conference honor

October 24, 2025

A man and woman dance onstage. The woman is kicking her leg up, flaring the skirt of her white dress.

Things to Do at Penn State: Oct. 23-30

October 21, 2025

man stands at podium at reading event

Penn State Scranton celebrates the freedom to read at Banned Books Read-Out

October 15, 2025

elaborat jack o lantern decoration

Things to Do at Penn State: Oct. 16-23

October 15, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona ‘Horror Joy’ hosts talk creativity with Malarkey Books

October 14, 2025

a man in a blue gray suit smile at the camera, sitting at a table in front of a wall of books

Libraries to host film, Q&A to highlight Black librarians’ impact on literacy

October 13, 2025

Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts

Penn State Altoona to host fall performance series, calls for local artists

October 10, 2025

Matthew Restall wears a blue paisley jacket and blue shirt

Liberal Arts professor explores ‘nine lives’ of Christopher Columbus

October 09, 2025

Portrait of poet Ross Gay sitting in front of tree

Ross Gay to deliver 2025 Emily Dickinson Lecture in American Poetry

October 08, 2025

Audience members listen in at the Hard Freight Cafe event

Penn State Altoona to host fall 2025 Hard Freight Café open mic Oct. 21

October 07, 2025

Keith Gilyard wearing a purple and green striped dress shirt

Liberal Arts faculty member Keith Gilyard publishes four books this year

October 06, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona faculty’s ‘Horror Joy’ podcast spotlights Nick Medina

October 01, 2025

Parker McCollum performs on January 25, 2025

Things to Do at Penn State: Oct. 2-9

October 01, 2025

A dancer stands at the top of a tall screen resembling a dress.

Momix's ‘Alice’ is a trip down rabbit holes Oct. 8 at Eisenhower Auditorium

October 01, 2025

Penn State Altoona students Layna Henry, Nia Hubbard, Jay Schmidt, and Emma Moniz pose on stage for the Human Resources reading.

Penn State Altoona to host staged reading of ‘Human Resources’ Oct. 2

September 29, 2025

Erin Murphy

Altoona English professor presents in University of London conference

September 25, 2025

Todd Davis and Patricia Jabbeh Wesley

Penn State Altoona professors to read in Hometown Voices series

September 24, 2025

Banned Books Week Read-in graphic, hand holding a book with orange abd white background

University Libraries to host banned books read-in on Oct. 7

September 24, 2025

Man with thick graying hair wearing an open collared shirt with black and purple stripes.

Award-winning alumni author embraces mix of history, fiction for his latest book

September 24, 2025

abstract image of blue geometric patterns on an orange background

Things to Do at Penn State: Sept. 25-Oct. 2

September 23, 2025

headshot of acclaimed writer ali araghi

Fiction writer Ali Araghi to offer reading Sept. 25 at University Park

September 19, 2025

Black and white photo of Frances Harper

Symposium celebrating writer, activist Frances Harper set for Sept. 19-21

September 15, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona professors’ podcast welcomes author Thomas Ha

September 15, 2025

Mónica Ortiz Rossi performs with Sanctuario

Things to Do at Penn State: Sept. 11-18

September 10, 2025

Voices of Peace written above the shadows of people holding hands in front of graffiti

Kulkarni Cultural Series presents 'Voices of Peace: World Peace Poetry Night'

September 10, 2025

A dancer sits on one end of a ladder while a man holds the other end.

Momix returns to Eisenhower Auditorium on Oct. 8 with ‘Alice’

September 10, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Penn State Altoona professors’ podcast welcomes author Matthew Trifan

September 05, 2025

Graphic novel author to receive Lynd Ward Prize, give author talk on Oct. 24

September 05, 2025

Erin Murphy

Penn State Altoona English professor to present poetry reading and workshop

September 03, 2025

Young Black dancers stand in a row and gesture in unison.

Theatrical dance program celebrates abolitionist’s legacy at Penn State Sept. 19

September 02, 2025

Erin Murphy

Penn State Altoona professor publishes anthology of work poems on Labor Day

September 01, 2025

Critically acclaimed author Pemi Aguda sitting on a chair in front of a plant

‘Pemi Aguda to kick off 2025-26 Mary E. Rolling Reading Series on Sept. 11

August 29, 2025

The logo for the Horror Joy podcast, featuring a skull speaking into a microphone

Altoona professors explore horror’s cathartic nature, role in social protest

August 29, 2025

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