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Institute funds 20 faculty fellows in AI and quantum sciences

November 20, 2025

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

November 13, 2025

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

November 13, 2025

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Penn State honors Medal of Honor recipient for Military Appreciation Week

November 12, 2025

Simone Warren stands outside with fall trees in the background at Pattee Mall.

Psychology student empowers youth with culturally responsive mental health care

November 10, 2025

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Intersections film series to screen ‘Merchants of Doubt’ on Wednesday, Nov. 5

October 27, 2025

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Chaiken Center peer coaching experience empowers Liberal Arts student

October 22, 2025

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Penn State to co-lead national brain health and dementia prevention initiative

September 25, 2025

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Conference to focus on improving child welfare

August 18, 2025

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Twin sisters and aspiring doctors complete degrees as built-in support system

July 31, 2025

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Students explore language and culture during trip to Spain and Italy

July 14, 2025

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Chaiken Scholar builds community through campus involvement

July 02, 2025

Diana Lopez stands outdoors.

Psychology student supports fellow Chaiken Scholars through mentorship

June 25, 2025

Penn State World Campus student Jessie Wolfen poses against the backdrop of her home computer.

World Campus student pursues psychology degree to help others

June 18, 2025

The CSUA annual conference poster winners pose for a photo.

Annual substance use conference examines psychiatric and opioid use disorders

June 12, 2025

Preschool intervention linked to high school performance

June 11, 2025

Nathan Noel stands outdoors on Penn State’s campus.

Liberal Arts psychology graduate finds purpose through helping others

May 27, 2025

Cameryn Allen stands between bushes outside at Penn State University Park.

Liberal Arts student champions undergraduate research

May 08, 2025

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

May 07, 2025

Kyla Pritchett stands in front of a flowering tree outside West Halls at Penn State University Park.

First-generation student builds community through storytelling

May 01, 2025

Emily Hill and Ken Siedlecki

Undergraduate researchers share work, reward of studying childhood nutrition

April 22, 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

Jedily Alvarado stands in front of bushes and a flowering tree at Penn State University Park.

Liberal Arts student balances academics, advocacy and equestrian life

April 02, 2025

New grant to expand program helping middle schoolers cope with chronic stress

March 10, 2025

Grant to explore maternal depression’s effect on young children

March 10, 2025

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AI may help clinicians personalize treatment for generalized anxiety disorder

March 06, 2025

Laci Campbell wears a gray Liberal Arts Chaiken Center quarter-zip sweatshirt that says “Peer Success Coach” on the sleeve while standing in front of bushes and trees outside Pattee Library and Paterno Library.

Chaiken Scholar paves the way to law school for herself and her peers

March 05, 2025

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Penn State rises in NSF Higher Education Research and Development rankings

February 21, 2025

Professor’s new book explores emotional demands faced by workplace leaders

February 19, 2025

Jasmine Upchurch stands in front of bookshelves inside the Pattee and Paterno Library at Penn State University Park.

Love of language sparks multiple pursuits for Liberal Arts student

February 18, 2025

Cherish Graham stands inside Pattee and Paterno Library.

Psychology student works to destigmatize mental health in the Black community

February 14, 2025

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Schreyer Scholars grow leadership skills through Leadership Development Center

January 31, 2025

Kara Stover, a Penn State student and volunteer firefighter, leans against a fire engine while wearing her turnout gear.

Paterno Fellow blazes trail as student and firefighter

January 06, 2025

Psychology Professor Peter Arnett receives national award

December 12, 2024

Elisabeth Egeli stands next to the ocean overlooking a sunset in Greece.

Behind the crime: Liberal Arts student explores psychology of criminal behavior

November 27, 2024

Tyler Hoppe stands outside the main entrance of Sparks Building.

Hoping for change: Liberal Arts student champions disability advocacy

November 27, 2024

David Hayes stands in a blue suit in front of Old Main at Penn State University Park.

Liberal Arts student builds skills as ROTC cadet and entrepreneur

November 13, 2024

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Can everyday physical activity improve cognitive health in middle age?

November 12, 2024

Liberal Arts student spends summer internship at Amazon

November 11, 2024

Penn State delegation will head to Azerbaijan for UN's annual climate meeting

November 05, 2024

Why do we like being scared? A psychologist explains the benefits

October 30, 2024

Psychology professor’s novels explore darker side of humanity

October 25, 2024

Penn State student Milan Dukes stands in the first-floor hallway of Sparks Building at Penn State University Park.

Liberal Arts student enhances first-generation student support

October 17, 2024

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Q&A: Can you encourage inclusivity by changing how students work together?

October 14, 2024

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New Child Study Center co-directors to continue collaborative research mission

August 26, 2024

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Child Maltreatment Solutions Network conference to be held in November

August 26, 2024

Erick Alonso stands inside the Moore Building at Penn State University Park.

Social services internship prepares Chaiken Scholar for mental health career

June 25, 2024

Chloe Connor stands in front of a research poster as an undergraduate student at Penn State.

Liberal Arts alumna finds post-graduation success through bioethics program

June 20, 2024

A rainbow flag is positioned against the backdrop of Sparks Building.

Q&A: Promoting a sense of belonging for LGBTQ+ people may lessen health issues

June 20, 2024

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Drawing and mental health research project receives award in field of neuroarts

June 18, 2024

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Children’s visual experience may hold key to better computer vision training

May 31, 2024

Julie (left) and Becky (right) Jenkins outside Keller Building at Penn State University Park

Liberal Arts identical twins forge similar but unique paths at Penn State

May 02, 2024

First Lenfest Immensitas Scholar slated to graduate spring 2024

April 29, 2024

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Penn State students immerse themselves in the marvels of ancient Greece

April 23, 2024

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Midcareer Faculty Advancement Program offers pathway to promotion

April 19, 2024

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Social Science Research Institute names 2024-25 mentored faculty fellows

April 16, 2024

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College of the Liberal Arts announces spring 2024 student marshals

April 14, 2024

Diandra Esparza, Executive Director of Intersectional Environmentalist

Leader in Intersectional Environmentalism to visit Penn State

March 29, 2024

Q&A: Daryl Cameron explores AI and empathy in article and upcoming conference

March 27, 2024

2024 Expanding Empathy feature graphic

Expanding Empathy Speaker Series returns with scholarly dialogues

March 15, 2024

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Alumnus Justin Pelsinger joins Penn State Real Estate Advisory Board

February 29, 2024

Psychology professor co-writes monograph on place-based child development

February 21, 2024

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Drug overdose deaths higher among American visitors to Florida than rest of US

February 19, 2024

Person sits at desk with two monitors.

Liberal Arts students gain hands-on research experience through psychology lab

January 31, 2024

Two individuals look down at a robotic arm.

$4M grant funds project to make robotic prostheses more like biological limbs

January 30, 2024

Ethan Sten, the fall 2023 Liberal Arts student marshal, stands in front of a tree.

Ethan Sten selected as Liberal Arts college marshal for fall 2023 commencement

November 22, 2023

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Institute funds 20 faculty fellows in AI and quantum sciences

November 20, 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

Simone Warren stands outside with fall trees in the background at Pattee Mall.

Psychology student empowers youth with culturally responsive mental health care

November 10, 2025

Poster for the film Merchants of Doubt, with people protesting disinformation

Intersections film series to screen ‘Merchants of Doubt’ on Wednesday, Nov. 5

October 27, 2025

Alexa Sanchez stands outside in front of a tree and building on the University Park campus.

Chaiken Center peer coaching experience empowers Liberal Arts student

October 22, 2025

A man in his 70s talks fondly to a man in his 30s while they look at an old photo album

Penn State to co-lead national brain health and dementia prevention initiative

September 25, 2025

Child Maltreatment Solutions Network Conference 2025 poster

Conference to focus on improving child welfare

August 18, 2025

Olivia (left) and Abby Kayani stand in graduation gowns outside Old Main.

Twin sisters and aspiring doctors complete degrees as built-in support system

July 31, 2025

Penn State students sit on outdoor stairs in Bilbao, Spain.

Students explore language and culture during trip to Spain and Italy

July 14, 2025

Iyana Burrows stands in a white dress smiling against a black wall.

Chaiken Scholar builds community through campus involvement

July 02, 2025

Diana Lopez stands outdoors.

Psychology student supports fellow Chaiken Scholars through mentorship

June 25, 2025

Penn State World Campus student Jessie Wolfen poses against the backdrop of her home computer.

World Campus student pursues psychology degree to help others

June 18, 2025

The CSUA annual conference poster winners pose for a photo.

Annual substance use conference examines psychiatric and opioid use disorders

June 12, 2025

Preschool intervention linked to high school performance

June 11, 2025

Nathan Noel stands outdoors on Penn State’s campus.

Liberal Arts psychology graduate finds purpose through helping others

May 27, 2025

Cameryn Allen stands between bushes outside at Penn State University Park.

Liberal Arts student champions undergraduate research

May 08, 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

Kyla Pritchett stands in front of a flowering tree outside West Halls at Penn State University Park.

First-generation student builds community through storytelling

May 01, 2025

Emily Hill and Ken Siedlecki

Undergraduate researchers share work, reward of studying childhood nutrition

April 22, 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

Jedily Alvarado stands in front of bushes and a flowering tree at Penn State University Park.

Liberal Arts student balances academics, advocacy and equestrian life

April 02, 2025

New grant to expand program helping middle schoolers cope with chronic stress

March 10, 2025

Grant to explore maternal depression’s effect on young children

March 10, 2025

An older person holds hands with and comforts a younger woman

AI may help clinicians personalize treatment for generalized anxiety disorder

March 06, 2025

Laci Campbell wears a gray Liberal Arts Chaiken Center quarter-zip sweatshirt that says “Peer Success Coach” on the sleeve while standing in front of bushes and trees outside Pattee Library and Paterno Library.

Chaiken Scholar paves the way to law school for herself and her peers

March 05, 2025

Penn State's Old Main Building with snowy foreground.

Penn State rises in NSF Higher Education Research and Development rankings

February 21, 2025

Professor’s new book explores emotional demands faced by workplace leaders

February 19, 2025

Jasmine Upchurch stands in front of bookshelves inside the Pattee and Paterno Library at Penn State University Park.

Love of language sparks multiple pursuits for Liberal Arts student

February 18, 2025

Cherish Graham stands inside Pattee and Paterno Library.

Psychology student works to destigmatize mental health in the Black community

February 14, 2025

students sitting around a conference table

Schreyer Scholars grow leadership skills through Leadership Development Center

January 31, 2025

Kara Stover, a Penn State student and volunteer firefighter, leans against a fire engine while wearing her turnout gear.

Paterno Fellow blazes trail as student and firefighter

January 06, 2025

Psychology Professor Peter Arnett receives national award

December 12, 2024

Elisabeth Egeli stands next to the ocean overlooking a sunset in Greece.

Behind the crime: Liberal Arts student explores psychology of criminal behavior

November 27, 2024

Tyler Hoppe stands outside the main entrance of Sparks Building.

Hoping for change: Liberal Arts student champions disability advocacy

November 27, 2024

David Hayes stands in a blue suit in front of Old Main at Penn State University Park.

Liberal Arts student builds skills as ROTC cadet and entrepreneur

November 13, 2024

Person walking a dog across a street

Can everyday physical activity improve cognitive health in middle age?

November 12, 2024

Liberal Arts student spends summer internship at Amazon

November 11, 2024

Penn State delegation will head to Azerbaijan for UN's annual climate meeting

November 05, 2024

Why do we like being scared? A psychologist explains the benefits

October 30, 2024

Psychology professor’s novels explore darker side of humanity

October 25, 2024

Penn State student Milan Dukes stands in the first-floor hallway of Sparks Building at Penn State University Park.

Liberal Arts student enhances first-generation student support

October 17, 2024

An individual smiles and converses in a group of people.

Q&A: Can you encourage inclusivity by changing how students work together?

October 14, 2024

Photo of Rina Eiden and Jenae Neiderhiser standing outdoors

New Child Study Center co-directors to continue collaborative research mission

August 26, 2024

Two small children smiling and climbing on a rope course

Child Maltreatment Solutions Network conference to be held in November

August 26, 2024

Erick Alonso stands inside the Moore Building at Penn State University Park.

Social services internship prepares Chaiken Scholar for mental health career

June 25, 2024

Chloe Connor stands in front of a research poster as an undergraduate student at Penn State.

Liberal Arts alumna finds post-graduation success through bioethics program

June 20, 2024

A rainbow flag is positioned against the backdrop of Sparks Building.

Q&A: Promoting a sense of belonging for LGBTQ+ people may lessen health issues

June 20, 2024

Bill Doan and Sarah Myruski

Drawing and mental health research project receives award in field of neuroarts

June 18, 2024

A child in a kitchen looking down at a robot

Children’s visual experience may hold key to better computer vision training

May 31, 2024

Julie (left) and Becky (right) Jenkins outside Keller Building at Penn State University Park

Liberal Arts identical twins forge similar but unique paths at Penn State

May 02, 2024

First Lenfest Immensitas Scholar slated to graduate spring 2024

April 29, 2024

A group of students and faculty stands in front of one of the monuments at the site of Olympia in Greece.

Penn State students immerse themselves in the marvels of ancient Greece

April 23, 2024

Picture of MFAP participants

Midcareer Faculty Advancement Program offers pathway to promotion

April 19, 2024

White graphic with four photos of SSRI's mentored faculty fellows for 2024-2025.

Social Science Research Institute names 2024-25 mentored faculty fellows

April 16, 2024

Headshots of the 34 Liberal Arts major marshals selected to represent the College of the Liberal Arts at spring 2024 commencement

College of the Liberal Arts announces spring 2024 student marshals

April 14, 2024

Diandra Esparza, Executive Director of Intersectional Environmentalist

Leader in Intersectional Environmentalism to visit Penn State

March 29, 2024

Q&A: Daryl Cameron explores AI and empathy in article and upcoming conference

March 27, 2024

2024 Expanding Empathy feature graphic

Expanding Empathy Speaker Series returns with scholarly dialogues

March 15, 2024

A photo of Justin Pelsinger in a suit coat and open-necked dress shirt

Alumnus Justin Pelsinger joins Penn State Real Estate Advisory Board

February 29, 2024

Psychology professor co-writes monograph on place-based child development

February 21, 2024

Downtown skyline of West Palm Beach, Florida, pictured at dusk from the intracoastal waterway.

Drug overdose deaths higher among American visitors to Florida than rest of US

February 19, 2024

Person sits at desk with two monitors.

Liberal Arts students gain hands-on research experience through psychology lab

January 31, 2024

Two individuals look down at a robotic arm.

$4M grant funds project to make robotic prostheses more like biological limbs

January 30, 2024

Ethan Sten, the fall 2023 Liberal Arts student marshal, stands in front of a tree.

Ethan Sten selected as Liberal Arts college marshal for fall 2023 commencement

November 22, 2023

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