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Penn State Berks partners with West Reading to host event for students

Students enjoyed the many free offerings provided by GNA Pizza, Los Arrierros, Sweet Ride Ice Cream and Winnie’s Tea Bar and they also had an opportunity to paint an item at the Art Room, providing them with a souvenir of the event. Credit: Emma Ho / Penn State. All Rights Reserved.

WYOMISSING, Pa. — More than 250  Penn State Berks students enjoyed “A Night In West Reading” on the evening of April 3.

Hosted by the Office of Student Affairs, the event provided free transportation, as well as free food at several local establishments including GNA Pizza, Los Arrierros, Sweet Ride Ice Cream and Winnie’s Tea Bar. Students also had an opportunity to paint an item at the Art Room, providing them with a souvenir of the event.

Alex Alers, a sophomore psychology major, commented, “When I heard there were over 250 students at West Reading Night, I realized we’re building something special here at Berks — real connection beyond campus.”

The event is part of an ongoing partnership between Penn State Berks and the West Reading Partnership Fund, which allows students to explore the local area at no cost.

For more information, contact Brian Samble, director of student affairs, at BWS5648@psu.edu.

Last Updated April 16, 2025

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