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Madeline Shanafelt smiles while standing outdoors on Penn State’s University Park campus.

Student builds on interdisciplinary education through research internship

October 21, 2026

Dawson Glogau stands outdoors near Old Botany, wearing a blue-grey jacket, white collared shirt and a blue tie.

Political science, history student connects hometown roots to DC policy work

October 20, 2026

Luna Nunez-Peralta (left) wears a purple hoodie and Alyssa Nigel (right) wears a blue long-sleeved shirt, as they stand outside of West Halls.

First-generation fellowship helps Liberal Arts students prepare for future

October 13, 2026

Erin Gregorian wears a black blazer over a blue shirt while standing outdoors.

Political science student explores intersection of AI, public policy

October 08, 2026

Jansen Hoffard wears a Penn State jacket outdoors.

Penn State student explores transportation policy through Washington internship

October 02, 2026

Ashlyn Gilchriest stands outside in front of a tree on the University Park campus.

Political science student gains firsthand policy experience in Washington

September 15, 2026

Nikolas Papoutsis, wearing a black suit and colorful tie, smiles in front of Old Main.

Kleppinger Intern puts political science studies into practice in Harrisburg

September 15, 2026

Odessa Dando wearing a dark pinstripe suit standing on a clear, open area with a distant, partly visible federal airfield in the background.

Penn State student's congressional internship connects politics, healthcare

September 10, 2026

Alexa Pippy, a young woman with long blonde hair wearing a black blazer and white top, smiles outside Penn State’s Old Main building.

Kleppinger intern gains firsthand experience in Pennsylvania public policy

September 04, 2026

Ray Block stands in center of group of students outside of Penn State's Welch Building.

Summer program shows students ins and outs of community-engaged research

September 02, 2026

Alivia Reid-Pitta stands in front of the United States Capitol wearing a navy blazer and white top.

Penn State student puts policy, communications skills to work in Washington

September 01, 2026

Osakiodeme Ikhinmwin wears a navy blazer and white blouse while smiling outdoors.

Chapel Intern puts global perspective to work in corporate citizenship

August 27, 2026

Ella wears an all-black suit while standing in front of Old Main.

Semester in Washington Program expands career choices for Penn State student

August 19, 2026

Hamad Hussain wears a black suit jacket, white shirt, and navy blue tie while standing in front of a tree.

Hamad Hussain to represent Liberal Arts, Earth and Mineral Sciences as marshal

August 11, 2026

Team effort guides publication of late Liberal Arts dean Susan Welch's last book

July 22, 2026

Mary Tonge leans on the Penn State Veterans Plaza.

Veteran and triple-major Mary Tonge leads life of purpose, learning and service

May 20, 2026

The 2025-26 Roe Award winners at the recognition ceremony stand on a stage with their awards against a projected slideshow background.

Penn State Sustainability celebrates 2026 sustainability award winners

May 08, 2026

Emily Danczyk wears a black jacket and white blouse standing inside a modern building.

Student’s life experiences inform political science, media studies scholarship

April 06, 2026

Seventeen college students wear Penn State apparel while sitting or standing around the Nittany Lion Shrine.

College of the Liberal Arts announces spring 2026 student marshals

April 02, 2026

Emmanuel Kraft stands outside in a brown suit.

Emmanuel Kraft selected as Liberal Arts college marshal for spring commencement

April 01, 2026

three people holding giant check

App to prevent misuse of personal imagery wins top prize in IdeaMakers Challenge

March 30, 2026

Trinidy Manison stands outdoors wearing a blue sweater and collared white shirt underneath.

Criminology, political science student turns resilience into leadership

March 25, 2026

Safiya Haruna stands in front of Pattee and Paterno Libraries on a snowy day.

Change-of-campus student discovers community, finds purpose at University Park

March 09, 2026

Avery Snowden stands outside Old Main at Penn State University Park.

Paterno Fellow pairs academic rigor with leadership and service

February 17, 2026

Shelby Corbett stands outside Sparks Building wearing a navy quarter-zip sweatshirt.

Student with triple-major pairs global learning with campus leadership

January 12, 2026

Natalie Wright leans on a railing while smiling for a photo in the HUB-Robeson Center.

Liberal Arts student blends global research and local service to help others

January 06, 2026

Gianna Martinelli wears a gray sweater while standing against an outdoor backdrop.

Paterno Fellow blends Spanish and global learning on her path to law

December 17, 2025

Head shot of Michael Nelson

Professor’s new book examines public perceptions of independent courts

December 10, 2025

Blue square with circuit board thin wires and lines.

Institute funds 20 faculty fellows in AI and quantum sciences

November 20, 2025

Ahmed Al Saleh stands outside Sparks Building in University Park on a fall day.

Political science student gains global experience at the United Nations

November 18, 2025

Blue background, portrait of a man wearing a dress Navy uniform in front of an American Flag.

Medal of Honor recipient LT. Michael P. Murphy’s legacy endures

November 13, 2025

A collage photo of Michael Murphy wearing a dress military uniform and camouflaged military uniform.

Medal of Honor recipient LT. Michael P. Murphy’s last actions dedicated to team

November 13, 2025

Three people pose with the Nittany Lion mascot in front of a banner.

Penn State honors Medal of Honor recipient for Military Appreciation Week

November 12, 2025

Isabelle Ems wears a white sweater with an American flag on it in front of a backdrop of columns.

Student makes impact as Liberal Arts Undergraduate Council president

September 25, 2025

Students and faculty gather atop a scenic vista in Spain.

Students spend summer practicing language skills and exploring Spanish culture

September 15, 2025

Zachary Graaf stands on a lawn between Ford Building and Welch Building wearing a blue Penn State t-shirt.

Student gains global perspective, leadership skills through Liberal Arts experiences

September 11, 2025

Chapel Intern puts sustainable development into practice

August 27, 2025

Emma Suzuki Szwajkowski stands outside the main entrance of Old Main at Penn State University Park.

Emma Suzuki Szwajkowski named Liberal Arts marshal for summer 2025 commencement

August 14, 2025

NSF grant funds re-surveying of Mood of the Nation Poll participants

May 29, 2025

Liberal Arts graduate prepares to tackle policy and law

May 21, 2025

A group of people wear blue graduation caps and gowns during a ceremony.

Congratulations to the spring graduates of the World Campus Class of 2025

May 07, 2025

Thirty-five students were chosen to represent the college based on outstanding academic achievement and contributions to Liberal Arts student life

College of the Liberal Arts announces spring 2025 student marshals

April 18, 2025

Three Liberal Arts faculty members named distinguished professors

April 17, 2025

Group of Penn State students standing in front of U.S. Capitol building

Penn State students make meaningful connections with alumni in Washington, D.C.

April 17, 2025

Photo of Michael Ruger

Political Science alumnus and board member’s enduring commitment to Penn State

April 16, 2025

Professional headshots of two women on a blue background.

Economics, health administration professionals honored as 'Outstanding Alumni'

April 02, 2025

Two undergraduates recognized with Jackson Lethbridge Tolerance Award

April 02, 2025

Undergraduate named recipient of Eric A. Walker Award

April 02, 2025

Photograph of Old Main surrounded by summer foliage

Penn State congratulates Fall 2024 Emerging Academic Leaders on program completion

March 26, 2025

Serenity Myers sits on a blue chair outside offices inside Welch Building at Penn State University Park.

Chaiken Scholar embraces liberal arts education to drive change

March 25, 2025

Cara Arnoldi smiles in a green and white sweater in front of a blurred background of green and brown trees.

A tradition of leadership: Blue Band president takes path to public service

February 27, 2025

Igor Latsanych stands on Pattee Mall with Pattee Library and Paterno Library behind him.

From Kyiv to Penn State: A Liberal Arts student’s path to a career in diplomacy

February 25, 2025

Nittany Lion Shrine

Penn State names 10 new distinguished professors for 2025

February 17, 2025

Tracee Saunders, a woman with brown, shoulder-length hair with glasses and a tan blazer.

Saunders named as 2024-25 cohort member of the Health Equity Scholars Program

February 12, 2025

Jayden Foxx stands outside the front entrance of Old Main.

Liberal Arts student leverages Penn State resources to empower peers

January 03, 2025

Charis Liu presents while sitting behind a desk at the front of a classroom.

Liberal Arts student gains global experiences through internships

December 16, 2024

Zion Sykes sits in a chair at a table full of first-year Liberal Arts students while laughing and talking to the group.

Liberal Arts student leaves lasting legacy at Penn State as UPUA president

December 10, 2024

Xiomara Larkin smiles in front of informational tables on Pattee Mall during the Liberal Arts Undergraduate Festival in fall 2024.

Liberal Arts student prepares for foreign service through politics, leadership

December 04, 2024

Tyler Hoppe stands outside the main entrance of Sparks Building.

Hoping for change: Liberal Arts student champions disability advocacy

November 27, 2024

World Campus allows student to balance coursework with government service

November 19, 2024

Hunter Steach stands in the National Statuary Hall area of the U.S. Capitol Building.

Liberal Arts student interns at U.S. House of Representatives

November 18, 2024

Gwynne Morris stands before a white oak wood-paneled feature wall in the new Welch Building.

Liberal Arts student overcomes health challenges, aims to impact health care

November 15, 2024

Teagan Mayr standing on a cliffside walking path overlooking the water.

Perreault Fellow gains election experience through internship in Dublin, Ireland

November 13, 2024

Maddie Hindman stands in front of a balloon arch spelling out “VOTE” in the HUB-Robeson Center.

Liberal Arts student mobilizes young voters through PSU Votes internship

October 31, 2024

An image of the Supreme Court Database website's homepage

US Supreme Court Database now housed in Penn State Department of Political Science

October 29, 2024

David and Joanne Kleppinger

David and Joanne Kleppinger endow internship program with $280,000 gift

October 15, 2024

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Madeline Shanafelt smiles while standing outdoors on Penn State’s University Park campus.

Student builds on interdisciplinary education through research internship

October 21, 2026

Dawson Glogau stands outdoors near Old Botany, wearing a blue-grey jacket, white collared shirt and a blue tie.

Political science, history student connects hometown roots to DC policy work

October 20, 2026

Luna Nunez-Peralta (left) wears a purple hoodie and Alyssa Nigel (right) wears a blue long-sleeved shirt, as they stand outside of West Halls.

First-generation fellowship helps Liberal Arts students prepare for future

October 13, 2026

Erin Gregorian wears a black blazer over a blue shirt while standing outdoors.

Political science student explores intersection of AI, public policy

October 08, 2026

Jansen Hoffard wears a Penn State jacket outdoors.

Penn State student explores transportation policy through Washington internship

October 02, 2026

Ashlyn Gilchriest stands outside in front of a tree on the University Park campus.

Political science student gains firsthand policy experience in Washington

September 15, 2026

Nikolas Papoutsis, wearing a black suit and colorful tie, smiles in front of Old Main.

Kleppinger Intern puts political science studies into practice in Harrisburg

September 15, 2026

Odessa Dando wearing a dark pinstripe suit standing on a clear, open area with a distant, partly visible federal airfield in the background.

Penn State student's congressional internship connects politics, healthcare

September 10, 2026

Alexa Pippy, a young woman with long blonde hair wearing a black blazer and white top, smiles outside Penn State’s Old Main building.

Kleppinger intern gains firsthand experience in Pennsylvania public policy

September 04, 2026

Ray Block stands in center of group of students outside of Penn State's Welch Building.

Summer program shows students ins and outs of community-engaged research

September 02, 2026

Alivia Reid-Pitta stands in front of the United States Capitol wearing a navy blazer and white top.

Penn State student puts policy, communications skills to work in Washington

September 01, 2026

Osakiodeme Ikhinmwin wears a navy blazer and white blouse while smiling outdoors.

Chapel Intern puts global perspective to work in corporate citizenship

August 27, 2026

Ella wears an all-black suit while standing in front of Old Main.

Semester in Washington Program expands career choices for Penn State student

August 19, 2026

Hamad Hussain wears a black suit jacket, white shirt, and navy blue tie while standing in front of a tree.

Hamad Hussain to represent Liberal Arts, Earth and Mineral Sciences as marshal

August 11, 2026

Team effort guides publication of late Liberal Arts dean Susan Welch's last book

July 22, 2026

Mary Tonge leans on the Penn State Veterans Plaza.

Veteran and triple-major Mary Tonge leads life of purpose, learning and service

May 20, 2026

The 2025-26 Roe Award winners at the recognition ceremony stand on a stage with their awards against a projected slideshow background.

Penn State Sustainability celebrates 2026 sustainability award winners

May 08, 2026

Emily Danczyk wears a black jacket and white blouse standing inside a modern building.

Student’s life experiences inform political science, media studies scholarship

April 06, 2026

Seventeen college students wear Penn State apparel while sitting or standing around the Nittany Lion Shrine.

College of the Liberal Arts announces spring 2026 student marshals

April 02, 2026

Emmanuel Kraft stands outside in a brown suit.

Emmanuel Kraft selected as Liberal Arts college marshal for spring commencement

April 01, 2026

three people holding giant check

App to prevent misuse of personal imagery wins top prize in IdeaMakers Challenge

March 30, 2026

Trinidy Manison stands outdoors wearing a blue sweater and collared white shirt underneath.

Criminology, political science student turns resilience into leadership

March 25, 2026

Safiya Haruna stands in front of Pattee and Paterno Libraries on a snowy day.

Change-of-campus student discovers community, finds purpose at University Park

March 09, 2026

Avery Snowden stands outside Old Main at Penn State University Park.

Paterno Fellow pairs academic rigor with leadership and service

February 17, 2026

Shelby Corbett stands outside Sparks Building wearing a navy quarter-zip sweatshirt.

Student with triple-major pairs global learning with campus leadership

January 12, 2026

Natalie Wright leans on a railing while smiling for a photo in the HUB-Robeson Center.

Liberal Arts student blends global research and local service to help others

January 06, 2026

Gianna Martinelli wears a gray sweater while standing against an outdoor backdrop.

Paterno Fellow blends Spanish and global learning on her path to law

December 17, 2025

Head shot of Michael Nelson

Professor’s new book examines public perceptions of independent courts

December 10, 2025

Blue square with circuit board thin wires and lines.

Institute funds 20 faculty fellows in AI and quantum sciences

November 20, 2025

Ahmed Al Saleh stands outside Sparks Building in University Park on a fall day.

Political science student gains global experience at the United Nations

November 18, 2025

Blue background, portrait of a man wearing a dress Navy uniform in front of an American Flag.

Medal of Honor recipient LT. Michael P. Murphy’s legacy endures

November 13, 2025

A collage photo of Michael Murphy wearing a dress military uniform and camouflaged military uniform.

Medal of Honor recipient LT. Michael P. Murphy’s last actions dedicated to team

November 13, 2025

Three people pose with the Nittany Lion mascot in front of a banner.

Penn State honors Medal of Honor recipient for Military Appreciation Week

November 12, 2025

Isabelle Ems wears a white sweater with an American flag on it in front of a backdrop of columns.

Student makes impact as Liberal Arts Undergraduate Council president

September 25, 2025

Students and faculty gather atop a scenic vista in Spain.

Students spend summer practicing language skills and exploring Spanish culture

September 15, 2025

Zachary Graaf stands on a lawn between Ford Building and Welch Building wearing a blue Penn State t-shirt.

Student gains global perspective, leadership skills through Liberal Arts experiences

September 11, 2025

Chapel Intern puts sustainable development into practice

August 27, 2025

Emma Suzuki Szwajkowski stands outside the main entrance of Old Main at Penn State University Park.

Emma Suzuki Szwajkowski named Liberal Arts marshal for summer 2025 commencement

August 14, 2025

NSF grant funds re-surveying of Mood of the Nation Poll participants

May 29, 2025

Liberal Arts graduate prepares to tackle policy and law

May 21, 2025

A group of people wear blue graduation caps and gowns during a ceremony.

Congratulations to the spring graduates of the World Campus Class of 2025

May 07, 2025

Thirty-five students were chosen to represent the college based on outstanding academic achievement and contributions to Liberal Arts student life

College of the Liberal Arts announces spring 2025 student marshals

April 18, 2025

Three Liberal Arts faculty members named distinguished professors

April 17, 2025

Group of Penn State students standing in front of U.S. Capitol building

Penn State students make meaningful connections with alumni in Washington, D.C.

April 17, 2025

Photo of Michael Ruger

Political Science alumnus and board member’s enduring commitment to Penn State

April 16, 2025

Professional headshots of two women on a blue background.

Economics, health administration professionals honored as 'Outstanding Alumni'

April 02, 2025

Two undergraduates recognized with Jackson Lethbridge Tolerance Award

April 02, 2025

Undergraduate named recipient of Eric A. Walker Award

April 02, 2025

Photograph of Old Main surrounded by summer foliage

Penn State congratulates Fall 2024 Emerging Academic Leaders on program completion

March 26, 2025

Serenity Myers sits on a blue chair outside offices inside Welch Building at Penn State University Park.

Chaiken Scholar embraces liberal arts education to drive change

March 25, 2025

Cara Arnoldi smiles in a green and white sweater in front of a blurred background of green and brown trees.

A tradition of leadership: Blue Band president takes path to public service

February 27, 2025

Igor Latsanych stands on Pattee Mall with Pattee Library and Paterno Library behind him.

From Kyiv to Penn State: A Liberal Arts student’s path to a career in diplomacy

February 25, 2025

Nittany Lion Shrine

Penn State names 10 new distinguished professors for 2025

February 17, 2025

Tracee Saunders, a woman with brown, shoulder-length hair with glasses and a tan blazer.

Saunders named as 2024-25 cohort member of the Health Equity Scholars Program

February 12, 2025

Jayden Foxx stands outside the front entrance of Old Main.

Liberal Arts student leverages Penn State resources to empower peers

January 03, 2025

Charis Liu presents while sitting behind a desk at the front of a classroom.

Liberal Arts student gains global experiences through internships

December 16, 2024

Zion Sykes sits in a chair at a table full of first-year Liberal Arts students while laughing and talking to the group.

Liberal Arts student leaves lasting legacy at Penn State as UPUA president

December 10, 2024

Xiomara Larkin smiles in front of informational tables on Pattee Mall during the Liberal Arts Undergraduate Festival in fall 2024.

Liberal Arts student prepares for foreign service through politics, leadership

December 04, 2024

Tyler Hoppe stands outside the main entrance of Sparks Building.

Hoping for change: Liberal Arts student champions disability advocacy

November 27, 2024

World Campus allows student to balance coursework with government service

November 19, 2024

Hunter Steach stands in the National Statuary Hall area of the U.S. Capitol Building.

Liberal Arts student interns at U.S. House of Representatives

November 18, 2024

Gwynne Morris stands before a white oak wood-paneled feature wall in the new Welch Building.

Liberal Arts student overcomes health challenges, aims to impact health care

November 15, 2024

Teagan Mayr standing on a cliffside walking path overlooking the water.

Perreault Fellow gains election experience through internship in Dublin, Ireland

November 13, 2024

Maddie Hindman stands in front of a balloon arch spelling out “VOTE” in the HUB-Robeson Center.

Liberal Arts student mobilizes young voters through PSU Votes internship

October 31, 2024

An image of the Supreme Court Database website's homepage

US Supreme Court Database now housed in Penn State Department of Political Science

October 29, 2024

David and Joanne Kleppinger

David and Joanne Kleppinger endow internship program with $280,000 gift

October 15, 2024

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