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New scholarship for food, nutrition science established at 칙뭣tv

A new legacy scholarship to help 칙뭣tv students studying food and nutrition has been established by longtime faculty member Rita Johnson. The food and nutrition faculty member emerita donated $75,000 to create the Rita M. Johnson Legacy Scholarship, which provides support to students who are enrolled full-time and pursuing a degree through the department of food and nutrition.

Johnstown Tribune-Democrat, Dec. 30, 2024

YEAR IN REVIEW: 칙뭣tv continues press toward college of osteopathic medicine

At a news conference Dec. 4 in Johnstown, 칙뭣tv announced the latest in a series of clinical training affiliation agreements for its proposed college of osteopathic medicine, this time with Conemaugh Health System. The system, part of Duke LifePoint Healthcare, is the largest health care provider in west-central Pennsylvania, serving more than a half-million patients each year across a network of four hospitals, including Conemaugh Miners Medical Center in Hastings in northern Cambria County, as well as three outpatient centers (one in Ebensburg) and the Conemaugh Physician Group.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 30, 2024

YEAR IN REVIEW: Other notable stories of 2024

There were stories at 칙뭣tv that did not involve the proposed college of osteopathic medicine. In an hour-long assembly Aug. 23 in Fisher Auditorium near the Oak Grove, 칙뭣tv opened its 150th academic year, 2024-25, facing a variety of challenges. For President Dr. Michael A. Driscoll, that includes continuation of “a list of presidential goals” he introduced a year ago “to help us follow the strategic plan and ensure 칙뭣tv’s bright future.” He reported progress on the first of those goals, “to keep every student who comes to 칙뭣tv,” saying a retention rate that has hovered around 70% for most of the past decade appears to have risen to 73% in 2023-24.

Also in May, Gov. Josh Shapiro had plenty of advice for 칙뭣tv’s Class of 2024 graduates in — including the urging to “take a walk” to cap his counsel.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 30, 2024

칙뭣tv ISSUES STATEMENT CONCERNING MARC FOGEL STATUS CHANGE

칙뭣tv has issued a statement concerning the status change for university alum Marc Fogel, who remains in a Russian penal colony. In a brief statement, 칙뭣tv President Dr. Michael Driscoll reiterated the university’s support for Fogel and his family, and his happiness with the status change, saying “The additional support the status enables are critical to Marc and his family. I hope that the State Department will now focus on getting Marc back home where he belongs.”

Renda Broadcasting, Dec. 28, 2024

State Department says Marc Fogel was 'wrongfully detained' by Russia

The U.S. State Department said Friday that Marc Fogel, a Butler native, Allegheny County resident and 칙뭣tv alumnus, was determined to be “wrongfully detained” by Russia — in October, around the time its attorneys sought to dismiss a suit filed by Fogel’s mother. “I am very pleased that 칙뭣tv alumnus Marc Fogel has, at last, been declared wrongfully detained by the U.S. State Department,” 칙뭣tv President Dr. Michael A. Driscoll said Friday. “The additional support the status enables are critical to Marc and his family. I hope that the State Department will now focus on getting Marc back home where he belongs.”

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 27, 2024

Area students named 칙뭣tv Provost Scholars

Local students have been recognized as provost scholars at 칙뭣tv. Provost scholar status is achieved when students complete a minimum of 45 semester hours at 칙뭣tv and have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher. This recognition is given only once during a student’s time of study at 칙뭣tv.

Leader-Vindicator, Dec. 26, 2024

No-shave month leads to $250 donation for 칙뭣tv Food Pantry 칙뭣tv's police department raised $250 as part of “No Shave November"

Members of 칙뭣tv’s (칙뭣tv) Police Department raised $250 for the 칙뭣tv Food Pantry and Help Center this fall — simply by putting away their razors. 칙뭣tv police officers participated in a national “No Shave November” men’s health awareness program. Officers could choose to make a donation in lieu of shaving during November and December. 칙뭣tv opened the Food Pantry in 2019 in Wallwork Hall. It expanded the facility in 2021 to include a Help Center.

Kittanning Leader Times, Dec. 26, 2024

Campus Chatter

Academic recognition
Students from the area have been recognized as Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv after completing at least 45 semester hours and having a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Provost Scholar recognition is given only once during a student’s time of study at 칙뭣tv. Provost Scholars from this area and their majors include: Skylar Kathleen Runyan, Wellsboro, B.A. in psychology.

Wellsboro Gazette, Dec. 26, 2024

Provost scholars

Students from the area have been recognized as Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv. Provost Scholar status is achieved when students complete a minimum of 45 semester hours at 칙뭣tv and have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Provost Scholar recognition is given only once during a student’s time of study at 칙뭣tv. A complete listing of Provost Scholars is available on 칙뭣tv’s website: .

The Citizen Standard, Dec. 24, 2024

칙뭣tv Lively Arts, S&T Bank partner to bring the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra to Fisher Auditorium

The Lively Arts at 칙뭣tv announced Friday that S&T Bank will be the presenting sponsor for the return of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. Slated for 7:30 p.m. Feb. 17 in Fisher Auditorium at 칙뭣tv, the orchestra will be conducted by Manfred Honeck and will be joined by guest violinist María Dueñas. “We’re very excited,” S&T Bank CEO Chris McComish said in a news release, “to partner with 칙뭣tv Lively Arts and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra to bring top-tier entertainment to Indiana and the surrounding communities. The PSO provides listeners with rich culture and beautiful music, and we’re proud to offer everyone the opportunity to be inspired, spark personal creativity and nurture a love for music. We thank the university and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra for your dedication to promoting the arts and uplifting the communities around us.”

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 23, 2024

Miles Henderson's Historic Nomination to Serve on the United Nations Permanent Forum for People of African Descent

Miles Henderson’s nomination to the United Nations Permanent Forum for People of African Descent shows his dedication to youth advocacy and Pan-African unity. This nomination represents the power of youth leadership and the resilience of our communities. I am honored to advocate for the voices of my peers and future generations of the African diaspora,” — Miles Henderson

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 21, 2024 // -- In a historic move for youth advocacy and Pan-African unity, Miles Henderson has been nominated to serve on the United Nations Permanent Forum for People of African Descent. This nomination underscores his lifelong commitment to promoting Black unity, cultural education, and systemic change. If selected, Henderson will represent the voices of young people across the African diaspora globally. Henderson, 30, founded True Culture University, a platform dedicated to educating people about African and African diasporic history, and the Pan-African Student Congress, which empowers youth to address advocacy issues. He is also the creator of PORTAL, an interactive platform designed to bridge gaps within the global African diaspora. Miles holds dual bachelor’s degrees in International Studies and Asian Studies, with a minor in Pan-African Studies, from 칙뭣tv, and is completing his Master’s in TESOL at Eastern University, where his thesis focuses on AI language translation for Pan-African collaboration. He plans to pursue a Doctorate in Peace and Security Studies with a focus on the Horn of Africa.

Fox News 8 (Cleveland, Ohio), Dec. 21, 2024

칙뭣tv honored for efforts to teach drone technology, 칙뭣tv's selected for the 2024 Ellie Education Award for its drone education

The Pennsylvania Drone Association selected 칙뭣tv (칙뭣tv) for its 2024 Ellie Education Award, recognizing 칙뭣tv as “an educational institution that has helped to elevate the drone industry in our commonwealth in a meaningful and significant way.” Dr. John Benhart, professor of regional planning in 칙뭣tv’s Department of Anthropology, Geospatial and Earth Sciences and director of 칙뭣tv’s Geospatial Intelligence Certificate Programs and Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate Program, accepted the award at a ceremony Dec. 12 in Harrisburg. “More than just training their students to successfully complete the FAA Part 107 remote exam, 칙뭣tv is demonstrating the real-world applications that drones are capable of now and challenging their students to consider the expanding roles unmanned aviation can play towards improving the quality of life throughout Pennsylvania,” PDA President Dr. John G. Duesler Jr. said.

Kittanning Leader-Times, Dec. 23, 2024

Stocking project assembles 940 stockings for local homeless veterans

The 칙뭣tv military science department recently finished collecting donations for the seventh-annual Homeless Heroes Stocking Project. The project, typically run by military service fraternity Rho Tau Chi (PTX), was co-organized this year by 칙뭣tv sophomores Julia King and Katelyn Moore. Between around Nov. 15 and Nov. 30, King and Moore collected enough donations to fill 940 stockings, complete with basic amenities like shampoo, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, toothbrush holders, wash cloths, soap bars, travel soap holders, socks, razors, winter gloves and winter hats.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 22, 2024

Mars Area High School alumna selected for 칙뭣tv research program

A Butler County student at 칙뭣tv has been selected for the school’s Justice Research Fellowship program. Symia Taimuty-Loomis, a psychology major from Mars, was selected for the program, offered through the 칙뭣tv Administration and Leadership Studies Research and Training Center, after a competitive application process. She is part of the third cohort of students in the program. Taimuty-Loomis, a member of the 칙뭣tv Cook Honors College, is a 2021 graduate of Mars Area High School. She participated in the 2024 Undergraduate Summer Opportunities for Applied Research program, expanding her research on the effect of psilocybin and ketamine for mental health disorder symptoms, and was selected for additional funding for her work by the 칙뭣tv Libraries.

Butler Eagle, Dec. 21, 2024

칙뭣tv students from Butler County named Provost Scholars

Students from Butler County have been recognized as Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv.

Butler Eagle, Dec. 21, 2024

FORMER 칙뭣tv PROFESSOR ESTABLISHES FOOD AND NUTRITION DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP

An emeritus member of the 칙뭣tv Food and Nutrition Department has established a scholarship for students studying in the department. Dr. Rita Johnson has donated $75,000 to the university to establish the Rita M. Johnson Legacy Scholarship, which will provide support to students enrolled full-time pursuing a degree in the department. A longtime resident of Indiana, Johnson retired from 칙뭣tv in 2019 after 36 years of teaching. She now makes her home in Texas and said that she made the decision to make the donation a long time ago. The scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students. Johnson said she hopes that this assistance can help current students help future students.

Renda Broadcasting, Dec. 21, 2024

Retired 칙뭣tv professor establishes scholarship for food and nutrition students

A retired 칙뭣tv professor has established a scholarship for students studying food and nutrition at 칙뭣tv. Dr. Rita Johnson, a Department of Food and Nutrition faculty emerita who retired from 칙뭣tv in 2019 after 36 years of teaching, gifted $75,000 to establish the Rita M. Johnson Legacy Scholarship. It will provide support to students enrolled full time and pursuing a degree offered by the 칙뭣tv Department of Food and Nutrition, be they undergraduate or graduate students. Johnson, a long-time resident of Indiana who currently makes her home in Grapevine, Texas, said she made the decision to create this opportunity several years ago because of what she saw in her students.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 21, 2024

칙뭣tv receives seventh year of 'It's On Us PA' funding

칙뭣tv has received $40,000 through Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s It’s On Us PA initiative to continue the university’s work to combat campus sexual assault. This is the seventh year 칙뭣tv has been selected for It’s On Us funding. It’s On Us PA, established in 2016, is the nation’s first statewide campaign to combat campus sexual assault and violence. With this latest grant, 칙뭣tv has received It’s On Us PA funding totaling $230,000. 칙뭣tv will use this year’s grant funds for programming focusing on first-year students, which are traditionally considered one of the most vulnerable populations, especially during the period experts call the “red zone,” the first few months on campus.

Dubois Courier Express, Dec. 20, 2024

Students from Indiana County named Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv

Students from the area have been recognized as Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv. Provost Scholar status is achieved when students complete a minimum of 45 semester hours at 칙뭣tv and have a cumulative grade-point average of 3.5 or higher. Provost Scholar recognition is given only once during a student’s time of study at 칙뭣tv.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 20, 2024

칙뭣tv chosen for drone award

The 칙뭣tv was chosen by the Pennsylvania Drone Association to receive the 2024 Ellie Education Award. This honor recognizes educational institutions that assisted in elevating the drone industry in the state. 칙뭣tv professor John Benhart accepted the award Dec. 12 at a ceremony in Harrisburg, where he and his colleagues were recognized for teaching and advancing the next generation of innovators and drone operators through the school’s GIS program. 칙뭣tv is the only school in the commonwealth recognized by the Federal Aviation Administration as an FAA Collegiate Training Institution and offers multiple unmanned aerial systems certificates.

Johnstown Tribune-Democrat, Dec. 18, 2024

칙뭣tv Ambassadors donate to food pantry and help center

칙뭣tv’s student alumni association, the 칙뭣tv Ambassadors, are on a winning streak—for the group and for 칙뭣tv students facing food insecurity. In conjunction with 칙뭣tv’s Giving Tuesday/Month of Giving initiative, 칙뭣tv Ambassadors donated $800 from the group’s Homecoming parade first-place float prize to the 칙뭣tv Food Pantry and Help Center. 칙뭣tv opened the Food Pantry in 2019; it expanded to the current Food Pantry and Help Center in 2021 and offers food items, toiletries, and school supplies for students. Alumni, friends, and students, including a number of student groups, continue to support the Food Pantry and Help Center with both monetary donations and supplies.

Dubois Courier Express, Dec 16, 2024

Seebold to participate in Justice Research Fellowship Program

A Union County student at 칙뭣tv has been selected for 칙뭣tv’s Justice Research Fellowship program offered through the 칙뭣tv Administration and Leadership Studies Research and Training Center. Emily Seebold, a sociology major from Mifflinburg, was selected for the program after a competitive application process. She is part of the third cohort of students in the 칙뭣tv Justice Research Fellows program. The program offers the opportunity for the students to participate in “real life,” practical mini-research projects with 칙뭣tv faculty during winter and spring 2025 semesters. Students will be immersed in activities of 칙뭣tv’s Administration and Leadership Studies Research and Training Center faculty currently positioned at the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency in Harrisburg and will travel to attend training and experiential learning opportunities.

The Standard-Journal, Dec. 14, 2024

칙뭣tv HOLDING WINTER COMMENCEMENT TODAY

Expect some extra traffic today around the 칙뭣tv campus as the university celebrates the 2024-25 winter commencement. Graduation Ceremonies will start at 9:30 this morning at the KCAC. Students are asked to arrive no later than 8 AM and must use entrance 21 on the stadium side of the complex. Students must also arrive dressed in cap, gown, hood and tassels. Doors will open for family and friends a half-hour later at 8:30. Designated parking lots near the ceremonies and across 칙뭣tv campus will be available at no charge today, and there will be shuttles available. This morning’s ceremonies will recognize 563 students. 324 of them will receive their bachelor’s degree, with 202 masters degrees awarded along with 33 doctoral degrees and four associate degrees. 칙뭣tv President Dr. Michael Driscoll will preside over the ceremony. The undergraduate speaker will be Victoria Albert, an anthropology-archaeology and religious studies double major from Ebensburg, while the graduate student speaker is Adriana M. Guth-Borowski, who earned her master’s in English.

Renda Broadcasting, Dec. 14, 2024

칙뭣tv Council of Trustees approve fee increases, endorses expanded housing scholarship

The 칙뭣tv Council of Trustees convened a public meeting Thursday, where they unanimously approved fee increases and endorsed an expanded housing scholarship that would begin in fall 2025. First, 칙뭣tv President Dr. Michael Driscoll issued his report, touching upon Saturday’s commencement, his vision for the university’s future and . He says that commencement celebrates “a few key milestones” for the university, including the . It also marks the midpoint of “providing academic excellence.”

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 13, 2024

칙뭣tv Council of Trustees approve fee increases, endorses expanded housing scholarship

Union County 칙뭣tv student chosen for Justice Research Fellowship program

A Union County student at 칙뭣tv (칙뭣tv) has been selected for 칙뭣tv’s Justice Research Fellowship program offered through the 칙뭣tv Administration and Leadership Studies Research and Training Center. Emily Seebold, a sociology major from Mifflinburg, was selected for the program after a competitive application process. She is part of the third cohort of students in the 칙뭣tv Justice Research Fellows program. The program offers the opportunity for the students to participate in “real life,” practical mini-research projects with 칙뭣tv faculty during winter and spring 2025 semesters. Students will be immersed in activities of 칙뭣tv’s Administration and Leadership Studies Research and Training Center faculty currently positioned at the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency in Harrisburg and will travel to attend training and experiential learning opportunities. Students must hold junior or senior student status to be nominated and may be studying in any major. Nominations must come from faculty members.

NorthcentralPa.com, Dec. 12, 2024

Pluto controversy on tap for final Cejka Planetarium show of the fall

The Cejka Planetarium on the second floor of John J. and Char Kopchick Hall on the 칙뭣tv campus will host its final show for the fall semester, “How Many Are There? Planet Nine,” on Monday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m. The program, which is free and open to the community, will be address the Pluto controversy of 2006, how scientists label objects as planets, and recent observations that suggest additional large objects are located farther from the sun. Shows at the Cejka Planetarium are sponsored by the 칙뭣tv Department of Anthropology, Geospatial and Earth Sciences and the 칙뭣tv Kopchick College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and developed and presented by planetarium director Dr. Ken Coles.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 12, 2024

No-shave month leads to $250 donation for 칙뭣tv Food Pantry

Members of 칙뭣tv’s Police Department raised $250 for the 칙뭣tv Food Pantry and Help Center this fall — simply by putting away their razors. 칙뭣tv police officers participated in a national “No Shave November” men’s health awareness program. Officers could choose to make a donation in lieu of shaving during November and December. Members of the police department also made a donation of food items to the facility at the beginning of the fall semester.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 20, 2024

Students from Indiana County named Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv

Students from the area have been recognized as Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv. Provost Scholar status is achieved when students complete a minimum of 45 semester hours at 칙뭣tv and have a cumulative grade-point average of 3.5 or higher. Provost Scholar recognition is given only once during a student’s time of study at 칙뭣tv.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 20, 2024

칙뭣tv chosen for drone award

Johnstown Tribune-Democrat, Dec. 19, 2024

Campus Chatter Academic recognition

Students from the area have been recognized as Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv, having completed at least 45 semester hours with a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Provost Scholar recognition is given only once during a student’s time at 칙뭣tv.

Potter Leader Enterprise, Dec. 19, 2024

칙뭣tv ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR $40,000 “IT’S ON US” GRANT

칙뭣tv has announced what it will do with a $40,000 grant through the state’s “It’s On Us” program to combat campus sexual assault. The university said that it will use the money in this year’s grant funding for programming that will focus on first-year students, especially in their first few months on campus, which is widely regarded as one of the most vulnerable periods. This marks the seventh year 칙뭣tv has been selected to receive state “It’s On Us” funding. Over the years, 칙뭣tv has received $230,000 in It’s On Us PA funding.

Renda Broadcasting, Dec 19, 2024

칙뭣tv receives $40,000 sexual assault prevention grant from Pennsylvania Department of Education

HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Department of Education has announced 칙뭣tv will be among 44 post-secondary institutions receiving a sexual assault prevention grant. From a grant pool totaling $1.6 million, 칙뭣tv will receive $40,000 to address the goals of the It’s On Us PA campaign started in 2016 by then-Gov. Tom Wolf. Since 2017, 칙뭣tv has been a recipient of this grant, receiving a total of $230,000.

Victoria (Texas) Advocate, Dec. 18, 2024

Students from Clearfield, Jefferson counties named Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv

Students from Clearfield and Jefferson counties have been recognized as Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv. Provost Scholar status is achieved when students complete a minimum of 45 semester hours at 칙뭣tv and have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Provost Scholar recognition is given only once during a student’s time of study at 칙뭣tv. A complete listing of Provost Scholars is available on 칙뭣tv’s website: www.iup.edu

Dubois Courier Express, Dec. 19, 2024

칙뭣tv receives $40,000 sexual assault prevention grant from Pennsylvania Department of Education

According to a news release from 칙뭣tv, this year’s funding will focus on programming for first-year students, targeting a demographic that is typically considered one of the “most vulnerable” populations especially during the “red zone,” the first few months on campus when experts say most sexual violence is likely to occur for first-years. “The transition to college,” 칙뭣tv Haven project director and counseling center chair Dr. Jessica Miller said, “exposure to new social environments and unfamiliarity with campus resources heighten the risk for our first-year students. Additionally, for students who come from a variety of backgrounds, concepts like consent may not be fully understood or emphasized, which can increase the likelihood of non-consensual interactions.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 18, 2024

칙뭣tv receives $40,000 sexual assault prevention grant from Pennsylvania Department of Education

WWFZ-TV, Lehigh Valley, Oct. 18, 2024

Ashley Wingard named Provost Scholar at 칙뭣tv

Students from the area have been recognized as Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv. Provost Scholar status is achieved when students complete a minimum of 45 semester hours at 칙뭣tv and have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Provost Scholar recognition is given only once during a student's time of study at 칙뭣tv. A complete listing of Provost Scholars is available on 칙뭣tv's website: www.iup.edu.

The Corry Journal, Dec. 18, 2024

칙뭣tv TO RECEIVE GRANT FROM PA DEPT. OF EDUCATION FOR “IT’S ON US” PROGRAM

Over $1.6 million in grant money has been distributed among post-secondary schools throughout Pennsylvania, including 칙뭣tv, to help combat sexual assault on campuses. The money is through the “It’s On Us” program, which is aimed at making campuses safe and inclusive for all students. The national campaign had a goal of raising awareness about sexual assault, teaching participants that sexual assault includes non-consensual sex, helping them identify dangerous situations and empowering people to intervene and create a supportive environment for victims and survivors. 칙뭣tv is one of 44 institutions that received funding from the Department of Education. They will receive $40,000.

Renda Broadcasting, Dec. 16, 2024

칙뭣tv receives $40,000 sexual assault prevention grant from Pennsylvania Department of Education

Greenville Record-Argus, Dec. 18, 2024

Collaborative workspace opens celebrates new location and first anniversary

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – A community-driven workshop and retail space for craftspeople celebrated its one-year anniversary with a grand opening at a new location. Benefactors including the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies and the 칙뭣tv Build Back Better Regional Challenge Grant have contributed to Made in Johnstown’s success, Rottman said.

Johnstown Tribune-Democrat, Dec. 17, 2024

칙뭣tv honored for efforts to teach drone technology

The Pennsylvania Drone Association selects 칙뭣tv for its 2024 Ellie Education Award, recognizing 칙뭣tv as “an educational institution that has helped to elevate the drone industry in our commonwealth in a meaningful and significant way.“ Dr. John Benhart, professor of regional planning in 칙뭣tv’s Department of Anthropology, Geospatial and Earth Sciences and director of 칙뭣tv’s Geospatial Intelligence Certificate Programs and Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate Program, accepted the award at a ceremony Dec. 12 in Harrisburg.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 17, 2024

Farm Bill Overview

Farm Bill programs can be confusing with all the different program acronyms, different program requirements, and different goals of the programs. The PGC partners with Pheasants Forever, 칙뭣tv, American Bird Conservancy, and others to assist the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) with implementing various Farm Bill programs. These partnerships fund biologists and foresters who work in local NRCS offices and provide technical assistance to private landowners to improve soil health, improve water quality, improve forest health, and improve wildlife habitat while sustaining production.

Pennsylvania Game Commission, Dec. 16, 2024

U.S. Steel has historic ties to the Kiski Valley; modern ties to 칙뭣tv

There also are some modern ties between the region and U.S. Steel, including a member of the steelmaker’s board of directors with a bachelor’s degree in marketing from 칙뭣tv. Terry L. Dunlap, a past president of the board of the Foundation for 칙뭣tv, was named to the U.S. Steel board in February 2022. 칙뭣tv also has a Supply Chain Management degree program, which can lead to careers in manufacturing, distribution and consulting, with some companies that hired 칙뭣tv alumni including Apple, BMW and U.S. Steel.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 16, 2024

칙뭣tv Ambassadors donate to food pantry and help center

Dubois Courier Express, Dec. 16, 2024

칙뭣tv Students from Schuylkill County Named Provost Scholars

A complete listing of Provost Scholars is available on 칙뭣tv’s website: . Provost Scholars from Schuylkill County and their majors include: Rhiana Foley – Saint Clair, B.A. in Honors Program in Psychology; Jacob Ryan Herman – Tower City, B.S. in Computer Science/Cyber Security; Alexxa Suzanne Kowalski – Mary D, B.S. in Biology/Pre-medical; Katie Marie McCormick – Ashland, B.S. in Kinesiology, Health, and Sport Science/Sports Administration.

Skook News, Dec. 16, 2024

Student news

Students from the area have been recognized as Provost Scholars at 칙뭣tv. Local students named Provost Scholars were Chloe Mae Stickle of Duke Center, majoring in chemistry; and Kane’s Kelsie Korinne Alexander, studying criminology/pre-law; and Mikayla Deane, pursuing a bachelor’s in psychology.

Bradford Era, Dec. 16, 2024

College News

Casen J. Sandri, of Iris Road, in Shamokin, has been recognized as a Provost Scholar at 칙뭣tv.

News-Item, Dec. 16, 2024

Trustees approve fee increases, endorses expanded housing scholarship

The 칙뭣tv Council of Trustees convened a public meeting Thursday, where they unanimously approved fee increases and endorsed an expanded housing scholarship that would begin in fall 2025. First, 칙뭣tv President Dr. Michael Driscoll issued his report, touching upon Saturday’s commencement, his vision for the university’s future and the university’s proposed osteopathic medicine college.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 13, 2024

칙뭣tv PRESIDENT SAYS THE UNIVERSITY MUST LOOK AT CHANGING HOW TO DELIVER EDUCATION

At yesterday’s Council of Trustees meeting, 칙뭣tv President Michael Driscoll said that the university will need to think outside the box when it comes to delivering education to the students. In his remarks, Driscoll said that he has been comparing the university to Taco Bell in a positive light. He said that the fast food company has been able to take a few basic ingredients and present them in different ways and in different packaging to appeal to the public. By comparison, 칙뭣tv has the ingredients to a good education.

, Renda Broadcasting, Dec. 13, 2024

Union County 칙뭣tv student chosen for Justice Research Fellowship program

NorthcentralPA.com, Dec. 12, 2024

Fall 2024 college commencements: When, where and who’s speaking

In the upcoming days, thousands of college students will earn their diplomas and celebrate with family and friends as they mark the completion of an academic journey. On Saturday, Dec. 14, 칙뭣tv will honor December 2024 and January 2025 graduates at 9:30 a.m. in the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex. Two graduating students will speak — Victoria Albert, an anthropology-archaeology and religious studies undergraduate student, and Adriana M. Guth-Borowski, who will soon earn her master’s degree in English composition and literature.

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Dec. 11, 2024

CCCTC announces Mowrey as new Executive Director

CLEARFIELD — The Clearfield County Career & Technology Center (CCCTC) is excited and proud to welcome Melissa Mowrey as the new Executive Director. We are thrilled to have her leadership, vision, and dedication guiding our team as we continue to provide exceptional career and technical education opportunities for our students and community. Mowrey has dedicated the past 20 years to working in public education, with a focus on Career and Technical Education. Her career began shortly after graduating from 칙뭣tv, when she accepted her first teaching position at DuBois Business College.

Clearfield Progress, Dec. 11, 2024

Indiana County Chamber of Commerce welcomes first chairwoman at 112th Annual Meeting and Holiday Celebration

For the first time in 112 years, a woman will head the Indiana County Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors. At the chamber’s Annual Meeting and Holiday Celebration on Tuesday, Laurie Kuzneski, who served as board vice president since 2022, was chosen to lead the board into 2025. “It is an honor,” she said. “It truly is. I covered the chamber as a journalism student — it was my beat when I was in college — and I circled around the chamber for a long time and always felt that it was so important to the businesses in Indiana County.” Finally, Hilliard delivered his president’s report, where he lauded the partnerships with organizations like 칙뭣tv, Also honored at the event, the chamber welcomed a new cohort into its Business Hall of Fame. Additionally, Kuzneski named Ellen Ruddock as the Chairman’s Selection for the 2025 class. “I thought long and hard about this,” she said, “and chose somebody who I have followed unknowingly since my first job out of college ... throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to learn from, be mentored by and inspired by (her).”

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 10, 2024

칙뭣tv plans to cap fall studies with a commencement for 563 students

칙뭣tv will hand out degrees Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex for 563 students who completed academic requirements as of year’s end or January 2025. The ceremony will include remarks by two students, Victoria Albert, an anthropology-archaeology and religious studies double major from Ebensburg who earned a 4.0 grade point average; and Adriana M. Guth-Borowski, of Indiana, who will receive her master’s degree in English composition and literature. Graduates include 324 earning bachelor’s degrees, 202 master’s degrees, 33 doctoral degrees and four associate degree recipients.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 10, 2024

Indiana man worked at nights, studied days, and earned a 4.0 at 칙뭣tv

Kristopher Marinas didn’t take the traditional path to his Asian Studies degree and Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate at 칙뭣tv, but he’s crossing the finish line with an honor not many students have achieved. Marinas, 32, of Indiana, will be honored during Saturday’s 칙뭣tv commencement for graduating with a perfect 4.0 grade point average — all while working as a full-time night shift custodian in the university’s Administration and Finance Division.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 10, 2024

Three students selected for 칙뭣tv third annual Justice Research Fellowship program

Three students at 칙뭣tv have been selected for 칙뭣tv’s Justice Research Fellowship program offered through the 칙뭣tv Administration and Leadership Studies Research/Training Center.

Punxsutawney Spirit, Dec. 10, 2024

Mifflinburg alum chosen for 칙뭣tv fellowship

Emily Seebold, a Mifflinburg graduate majoring in sociology, has been tabbed for 칙뭣tv’s Justice Research Fellowship.

The Daily Item, Dec. 9 2024

Merry TubaChristmas coming to town

Indiana’s annual Merry TubaChristmas concert is coming to town at 7 p.m. Wednesday at 칙뭣tv’s Fisher Auditorium. The free, public event will feature roughly 100 tuba and euphonium players of all ages and skill levels performing 15 of “the most popular Christmas songs,” according to Zach Collins, 칙뭣tv tuba and euphonium professor and Merry TubaChristmas organizer and conductor. “Those attending our concert will be able to sing some of their favorite Christmas songs with the ensemble,” Collins said.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 9, 2024

칙뭣tv and Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center sign clinical training agreement for proposed college of osteopathic medicine

On Wednesday, 칙뭣tv and the Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center finalized another clinical training agreement for students at the university's proposed college of osteopathic medicine. The university's council of trustees endorsed the exploration of the proposed college two years ago and since they have initiated the steps toward achieving accreditation from the American Osteopathic Association's Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation - a process which takes three to five years.

KDKA-TV (Pittsburgh), Dec. 6, 2024

칙뭣tv Ambassadors again turn over parade float prize to food pantry and help center

In connection with Giving Tuesday and a Month of Giving initiative, 칙뭣tv’s student alumni association, the 칙뭣tv Ambassadors, donated $800 from the group’s Homecoming parade first-place float prize to the 칙뭣tv Food Pantry and Help Center. It continues a tradition started last year, during a celebration of the 30th anniversary for the 칙뭣tv Ambassadors, an organization founded by the 칙뭣tv Alumni Association board of directors, when the group also won a first-place float prize in the Homecoming parade and donated those winnings also to the Food Pantry and Help Center.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 5, 2024

PHOTO GALLERY | 'Incredible step forward': 칙뭣tv adds Conemaugh hospital as affiliate for proposed college of osteopathic medicine

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – 칙뭣tv officials signed their seventh affiliation agreement for the proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Wednesday with representatives from Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, creating what some described as a partnership “poised to transform our community.”

Speakers at the event in Conemaugh’s Crossroads Cafe said the partnership was not only revolutionary for the region, but an important step for the school because this signing marked 칙뭣tv meeting future students’ minimum required capacity for rotation weeks.

Johnstown Tribune Democrat, Dec. 5, 2024

New partnership will help Central Pennsylvania areas facing doctor shortages

MSN, Dec. 5, 2024

칙뭣tv, CONEMAUGH MEMORIAL SIGN CLINICAL TRAINING AGREEMENT

The proposed college of osteopathic medicine at 칙뭣tv has another agreement in place for clinical training with an area medical facility. On Wednesday, the university formalized a clinical training affiliation agreement with Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. This is similar to agreements signed with Punxsutawney Area Hospital, Indiana Regional Medical Center and other facilities to provide real-world training in years three and four of a student’s education.

The ceremony was held at Conemaugh Memorial with 칙뭣tv president Dr. Michael Driscoll and founding dean of the college Dr. Miko Rose representing 칙뭣tv and Conemaugh Memorial President and CEO Dr. Rodney Reider and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Elizabeth Dunmore representing the hospital.

Renda Broadcasting, Dec. 5, 2024

칙뭣tv Partners With Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

The 칙뭣tv and Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center teaming up to help students of IIP and the community. A clinical training affiliation agreement was formalized for students at 칙뭣tv’s proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine. There was a signing ceremony today for the training. Organizers say community members will benefit from this training by getting access to improved health care. They also say having expanded medical programs will improve the quality of care. “We can’t do this alone, We know that rural health and health care is in an all time crisis and we’re not going to solve that crisis doing the same things we’ve always done.
So this is an innovative and creative approach that we could not be more excited about.”

Fox News, Dec. 5, 2024

New partnership will help Central Pennsylvania areas facing doctor shortages

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — Indiana University and Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center agreed to a partnership to keep aspiring physicians in our area. 칙뭣tv’s proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine has been in the works since December 2022. While seeking accreditation from the American Osteopathic Association’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation, the two entities signed off on an agreement that would allow college students to enter the emergency room. “They will need places for their medical students to have clinical experiences,” Dr. Elizabeth Dunmore, the Chief Medical Officer at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center said. “We are looking forward to being one of those sites.”

WTAJ-TV (Johnstown/Altoona/State College), Dec. 4, 2024

칙뭣tv and Conemaugh Hospital boost healthcare education with new training program

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — The 칙뭣tv and Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center are teaming up to help students of 칙뭣tv and the community. A clinical training affiliation agreement was formalized for students at 칙뭣tv's proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine, with a signing ceremony held Wednesday for the training. Organizers say community members will benefit from this training by getting access to improved healthcare. They also say having expanded medical programs will improve the quality of care. “We can't do this alone. We know that rural health and healthcare are at an all-time crisis and we're not going to solve that crisis doing the same things we've always done. This is an innovative and creative approach that we could not be more excited about,” says Dr. Miko Rose.

WJAC-TV (Johnstown/Altoona), Dec. 4, 2024

Conemaugh hospital network inks clinical training agreement with 칙뭣tv

At a news conference Wednesday morning in Johnstown, 칙뭣tv announced the latest in a series of clinical training affiliation agreements for its proposed college of osteopathic medicine, this time with Conemaugh Health System. The system, part of Duke LifePoint Healthcare, is the largest health care provider in west-central Pennsylvania, serving more than a half-million patients each year across a network of four hospitals, including Conemaugh Miners Medical Center in Hastings in northern Cambria County, as well as three outpatient centers (one in Ebensburg) and the Conemaugh Physician Group.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 4, 2024

칙뭣tv International Student Selected for Scholarship

Punxsutawney Spirit, Dec. 4, 2024

칙뭣tv grad student is 15th winner of Emergency Student Fund award

칙뭣tv said Tuesday that its Office of International Education was successful in helping a 15th international student secure an Emergency Student Fund Award from the Institute of International Education Emergency Fund. Sylvia Mukasa, from Nairobi, Kenya, a student in 칙뭣tv’s doctoral Counselor Education and Supervision program, was selected. Mukasa, the daughter of Mary and Joseph Mukasa, also has received a Co-op Store book scholarship, funding to attend professional conferences, and the Department of Counseling and Human Development-American Trauma Society Pennsylvania Conference Scholarship.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 4, 2024

칙뭣tv director of strategic partnerships named to Foremost Under 40

칙뭣tv’s Director of Strategic Partnerships Christina Koren has been selected for the Pennsylvania Business Central’s “Foremost Under 40 2024.”

Punxsutawney Spirit, Dec. 3, 2024

Driscoll: Federal delays, PHEAA upgrades create a 'perfect storm' amid problems sending out school aid

Officials at the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, which runs the grant program, say the problems can be traced back to the troubled rollout of a new federal application form for financial aid. PHEAA uses data from the federal form to administer the state grant program, which offers eligible Pennsylvania residents up to $5,750 per year. Dr. Michael A. Driscoll, president of 칙뭣tv, said the federal delays combined with PHEAA’s internal upgrades created a “perfect storm.” But he also said the agency did not appear to have fully anticipated the problems created by switching to a new system.

Indiana Gazette, Dec. 3, 2024

칙뭣tv HITS HOME STRETCH FOR FALL 2024 SEMESTER

The end of the fall 2024 semester is in sight for 칙뭣tv students. Classes resume today after the university was closed for a five-day Thanksgiving break. Counting today, students have eight days left for classes before finals get underway on Tuesday, December 10^th. Last day for finals is Friday, December 13^th and commencement exercises will be held December 14^th. Classes for winter session will begin December 19^th and run through January 10^th with days off for Christmas and New Year’s Day. The 2025 spring semester will start January 21^st.

Renda Broadcasting, Dec. 2, 2024

IRMC's Rural Health Pulse begins its third season

칙뭣tv (칙뭣tv) and Indiana Regional Medical Center (IRMC)’s joint podcast, with “A Conversation with Dr. Miko Rose,” founding dean of 칙뭣tv’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine.

Kittanning Leader Times, Dec. 2, 2024

Botched FAFSA Rollout, State Upgrades Mean College Students are Still Waiting for Critical Grant Money

BCTV (Reading), Dec. 2, 2024

Botched FAFSA Rollout, State Upgrades Mean College Students are Still Waiting for Critical Grant Money

New Castle News, Dec. 2, 2024

U.S. Viewpoints: Laurels and barbs

Laurel: 칙뭣tv last week netted four more clinical training affiliation agreements to bolster its proposed college of osteopathic medicine. The agreements, which are needed for a successful accreditation process, were signed with Broad Top Area Medical Center; Hyndman Area Health Centers; Nulton Diagnostic and Treatment Center; and The Primary Health Network.

Centre Daily Times, Nov. 30, 2024

Botched FAFSA Rollout, State Upgrades Mean College Students are Still Waiting for Critical Grant Money

Philanthropy News Digest, Nov. 30, 2024

Laurels and Barbs

Three area women are named to PA Business Central 'Foremost Under 40'

Three area women are among those named to the 2024 “Foremost Under 40” list published Friday in Pennsylvania Business Central, a regional business publication of Sample News Group, the organization that also includes The Indiana Gazette. One is Christina Koren, director of strategic partnerships at 칙뭣tv. Koren, who previously was chosen for PBC’s 2023 “Top 100” listing of business leaders, is an ambassador-at-large for 칙뭣tv, developing partnerships with business, nonprofit, and governmental organizations, both regionally and beyond. She is producer of the 칙뭣tv/Indiana Regional Medical Center Rural Health Pulse podcast; initiated the “Talon Ticket” partnership involving 칙뭣tv, the Indiana County Chamber of Commerce, and area businesses; and is co-chair of the Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference, which marked its third year last week.

Indiana Gazette, Nov. 30, 2024

THREE PEOPLE CONNECTED WITH INDIANA ORGANIZATIONS NAMED TO FOREMOST UNDER 40 LIST

The third person from Indiana who made the list was 칙뭣tv’s Director of Strategic Partnerships Christina Koren. She serves on numerous local, county, and state committees, teaches evening classes enriched by real-world experiences, and champions rural community engagement through public speaking, service, mission trips, and leading professional development for educators.

Renda Broadcasting, Nov. 30, 2024

Botched FAFSA Rollout, State Upgrades Mean College Students are Still Waiting for Critical Grant Money

Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Nov. 28, 2024

Botched FAFSA Rollout, State Upgrades Mean College Students are Still Waiting for Critical Grant Money

PennLive (Harrisburg), Nov. 28, 2024

Botched FAFSA Rollout, State Upgrades Mean College Students Are Still Waiting for Critical Grant Money

Centre Daily Times, Nov. 28, 2024

Botched FAFSA Rollout, State Upgrades Mean College Students Are Still Waiting for Critical Grant Money

Michael Driscoll, president of 칙뭣tv, said the federal delays combined with PHEAA’s internal upgrades created a “perfect storm.” But he also said the agency did not appear to have fully anticipated the problems created by switching to a new system. At one point, PHEAA’s phone system was still giving details on grants from the previous academic year, he said. Some representatives gave students incorrect information. The data the university received from the agency was incomplete, and making corrections was difficult and time-consuming. As of Nov. 26, about one-third of 칙뭣tv’s estimated 3,100 eligible students were still waiting for the money. “What was the backup plan?” Driscoll said. “Just hoping that a major software system works is not good enough.”

Spotlight PA, Nov. 28, 2024

칙뭣tv signs four more training affiliations for proposed college of osteopathic medicine

칙뭣tv netted four more clinical training affiliation agreements during 칙뭣tv's and Indiana Regional Medical Center's third annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference Thursday. These affiliations will bolster the school's proposed college of osteopathic medicine and included agreement with Broad Top Area Medical Center; Hyndman Area Health Centers; Nulton Diagnostic and Treatment Center; and The Primary Health Network. 칙뭣tv signed its first clinical training agreement with Punxsutawney Area Hospital in June and the second with IRMC in September. Affiliations are needed as part of a successful accreditation process for the osteopathic medical program.

Centre Daily Times, Nov. 26, 2024

칙뭣tv Police Academy develops crisis intervention training, honored during rural health conference

칙뭣tv’s Police Academy, part of 칙뭣tv’s Criminal Justice Training Academy, has partnered with Armstrong/Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program to provide Crisis Intervention Team training for first responders. The initiative was recognized with a Certificate of Appreciation during the 칙뭣tv-Indiana Regional Medical Center’s Third Annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference on Nov. 21, “Cultivating Wellness-Advancing Rural Mental Health Awareness, Research, Services and Careers,” which celebrates nutiaonl rural health day.

Punxsutawney Spirit, Nov. 26, 2024

Arkoosh details regional cooperation, state plans for rural health funding at conference

Pennsylvania’s secretary of the Dept. of Human Services hailed the collaboration she was seeing between Indiana and Armstrong counties during her remarks to third annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference held recently at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex. The conference was held in conjunction with National Rural Health Day, and featured a wide variety of discussions, as well as the keynote speech by Secretary Dr. Valerie Arkoosh. “You’re going to hear me talk a fair bit about collaboration and working together to bridge challenges that impact us across sectors or communities,” Arkoosh said.

Kittanning Leader Times, Nov. 26, 2024

칙뭣tv celebrates additional links for proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine

Four additional Pennsylvania health providers — including one with centers in White Township, Cherry Tree and Jacksonville — have formalized clinical training affiliation agreements for students at 칙뭣tv’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine. “We’re making progress toward something truly transformative,” 칙뭣tv President Dr. Michael A. Driscoll said during remarks at the Thursday afternoon ceremony, a part of the third annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex. “A shared commitment to helping improve the health of the residents of Pennsylvania in its rural areas.”

Kittanning Leader Times, Nov. 26, 2024

칙뭣tv recognized as a 'most engaged campus' for college student voting

칙뭣tv has been recognized by the All In Campus Democracy Challenge as a 2024 All In Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting. This national awards program recognizes colleges and universities for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation. 칙뭣tv joins a group of 471 colleges and universities recognized by All In for completing four core actions.

Indiana Gazette, Nov. 26, 2024

칙뭣tv RECOGNIZED FOR COLLEGE STUDENT VOTING ENGAGEMENT EFFORTS

칙뭣tv was recently recognized as one of the Most Engaged Campuses for College Student Voting in 2024. The University was honored by the All In Democracy Campus Challenge, which recognizes colleges and universities for outstanding efforts to increase non-partisan student voter participation. Not only did the university take part in the program, but they also shared information on the 2022 National Study of Learning, Voting and Engagement program report with campus voting data with All IN, Developed and Submitted a 2024 democratic engagement action plan and had a commitment from 칙뭣tv President Dr. Michael Driscoll to the All In Higher Education Presidents’ Commitment to Full Student Voter Participation.

Renda Broadcasting, Nov 26, 2024

칙뭣tv RECOGNIZED FOR COLLEGE STUDENT VOTING ENGAGEMENT EFFORTS

WFMZ-TV Allentown, Nov. 25, 2024

칙뭣tv Highway Safety Project, Jefferson County working on holiday safe driving initiative

The Indiana County Highway Safety Project, part of 칙뭣tv’s Institute for Rural Health and Safety, is working with Jefferson County officials on an awareness campaign about safe driving during the Thanksgiving and holiday seasons. The day before Thanksgiving is often called “Black Out Wednesday” or “Drunks-giving,” and it is considered by national agencies and law enforcement as one of the most dangerous nights of the year for impaired driving. Representatives of 칙뭣tv’s Institute for Rural Health and Safety met with Jefferson County officials on Nov.18 for a media event to bring awareness to the issue of safe driving during the holidays.

Punxsutawney Spirit, Nov. 25, 2024

칙뭣tv signs 4 clinical training agreements for proposed college of osteopathic medicine

This week, four Pennsylvania based health providers formalized clinical training affiliation agreements for students at 칙뭣tv’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine.

Punxsutawney Spirit, Nov. 23, 2024

Four area residents honored with Rural Health Impact awards from 칙뭣tv, IRMC

As part of the recent Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex, four members of the community were recognized with inaugural Rural Health Impact Awards. The theme for Thursday’s event was “Cultivating Wellness – Advancing Rural Mental Health Awareness, Research, Services, and Careers.” Dr. Jim Kinneer, chief human resources officer at conference co-sponsor Indiana Regional Medical Center, presented the awards to Rachel Grove, Joe Bujdos, Dr. Joann Migyanka and Tammy Calderone.

Kittanning Leader Times, Nov. 25, 2024

FALL SEMESTER NEARS COMPLETION

The end of the fall semester at 칙뭣tv is rapidly approaching. The Thanksgiving break begins on Wednesday and the final eight days of classes begin the following Monday, running through Monday, December 9^th. Finals start December 10^th with commencement on Saturday, December 14^th. Aside from a brief winter session of classes between December 19^th and January 10^th, the 칙뭣tv campus will be quiet until classes resume for the spring semester on January 21^st. 칙뭣tv’s Council of Trustees is scheduled to meet on December 12^th.

Renda Broadcasting, Nov. 24, 2024

칙뭣tv SIGNS FOUR CLINICAL AFFILIATION AGREEMENTS FOR PROPOSED COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE

Four health care providers entered into clinical affiliation agreements with 칙뭣tv for their proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine on Thursday. At the Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference, 칙뭣tv received agreements from Broad Top Area Medical Center, Hyndman Area Health Centers, Nulton Diagnostics and Treatment Center, and the Primary Health Network.

Renda Broadcasting, Nov. 21, 2024

칙뭣tv, IRMC HOSTING PENNSYLVANIA MOUNTAINS RURAL HEALTHCARE CONFERENCE

The 칙뭣tv and IRMC are hosting the third annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Healthcare Conference today at the KCAC.

Renda Broadcasting, Nov. 21, 2024

칙뭣tv celebrates additional links for proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine

The latest clinical treatment agreements were signed with 칙뭣tv's proposed college of osteopathic medicine by, from left, Dr. George Garrow of Primary Health Network, Dr. Larry Nulton of Nulton Diagnostic & Treatment Center, Dr. John Roth of Broad Top Health & Wellness (also known as Broad Top Area Medical Center), and Dr. Brian Stratta of Hyndman Area Health Centers. At right is Dr. Miko Rose, founding dean of the proposed 칙뭣tv college. Four additional Pennsylvania health providers — including one with centers in White Township, Cherry Tree and Jacksonville — have formalized clinical training affiliation agreements for students at 칙뭣tv’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine. “We’re making progress toward something truly transformative,” 칙뭣tv President Dr. Michael A. Driscoll said during remarks at the Thursday afternoon ceremony, a part of the third annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex. “A shared commitment to helping improve the health of the residents of Pennsylvania in its rural areas.”

Indiana Gazette, Nov. 21, 2024

Arkoosh details regional cooperation, state plans for rural health funding at conference

Much of the keynote address for the third annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference by state Secretary of Human Services Dr. Valerie Arkoosh focused on “collaboration and working together to bridge challenges that impact us across sectors or communities,” including that she has found in Indiana and Armstrong counties. Pennsylvania’s secretary of the Department of Human Services hailed the collaboration she was seeing between Indiana and Armstrong counties during her remarks to Thursday’s third annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex.

Indiana Gazette, Nov. 21, 2024

Four area residents honored with Rural Health Impact awards from 칙뭣tv, IRMC

As part of Thursday’s Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex, four members of the community were recognized with inaugural Rural Health Impact Awards. The theme for Thursday’s event was “Cultivating Wellness — Advancing Rural Mental Health Awareness, Research, Services, and Careers.” Dr. Jim Kinneer, chief human resources officer at conference co-sponsor Indiana Regional Medical Center, presented the awards to Rachel Grove, Joe Bujdos, Dr. Joann Migyanka and Tammy Calderone.

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Indiana Gazette, Nov. 21, 2024

Executive Director Recognized For Elevating Newtown Theatre Experience

The executive director of the historic Newtown Theatre stepped into the spotlight on Nov. 14 to receive Pickering Manor’s prestigious Sidney T. Yates Award. During a Sips & Suds fundraiser held at The Rafters, the Pickering Manor Board of Directors recognized Andy Smith for his contributions to Pickering Manor and to another Newtown gem, the historic Newtown Theatre, the nation’s oldest continuously operating movie theatre. Smith grew up in Erie and graduated from the 칙뭣tv where he majored in journalism and public relations. He also met his future wife, Amy, while attending 칙뭣tv.

Patch.com, Nov. 20, 2024

칙뭣tv international education honored for 75-year link to Open Doors program

칙뭣tv announced Tuesday that it has earned the Open Doors 75 Seal of Excellence for its 75 years of collaboration with the international Open Doors program. The Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange is the only long-standing, comprehensive information resource on international students and scholars in the United States and on U.S. students studying abroad for academic credit. 칙뭣tv has provided data to the Open Doors program on its work with international education since 1949, when it began hosting international students.

Indiana Gazette, Nov. 20, 2024

Q&A: How Data Intelligence Drives Student Success at Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education

칙뭣tv has shown tremendous improvements, and you can now see the fruits of its labors. Things go slow, and sometimes they dip, but then there’s that hockey stick trajectory that you dream about and hope for, and it seems to be beginning to happen.

EdTech, Nov. 18, 2024

칙뭣tv/IRMC RURAL HEALTH CONFERENCE NEARS

Pennsylvania’s Secretary of Human Services Valerie Arkoosh visits Indiana on Thursday as the keynote speaker for the third annual 칙뭣tv and IRMC Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference. The day-long event at the KCAC is open to the community and breakfast and lunch are included along with your registration. Opening remarks will be offered by 칙뭣tv President Dr. Michael Driscoll, IRMC President and CEO Steve Wolfe, Senator Joe Pittman, and Representative Jim Struzzi. The theme is “Cultivating Wellness – Advancing Rural Mental Health Awareness, Research, Services, and Careers.” In addition to presentations throughout the day, there will be a special event to celebrate new affiliations between 칙뭣tv’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine and four community health centers.

Renda Broadcasting, Nov. 17, 2024

칙뭣tv University Museum announces paper-making, fiber arts events centered around local artists

The University Museum at 칙뭣tv prepares to host several local artists in two free events that will discuss using fibers and paper to create artistic masterpieces. Both on Wednesday and open to the public, the first event at 4:30 p.m. invites folks to hear from the artists that collaborated to create the “Reaching into Stillness: Fiber as our Voice,” the museum’s current exhibit that has been running since Oct. 19 and will continue until Dec. 7. Barb Kubala, Sandy Trimble and Rhonda Luckey plan to discuss their creative processes, inspirations and ways they use fiber art to convey meaning and emotion.

Indiana Gazette, Nov. 16, 2024

We Can Grow Our Own Hazelnuts, Finally

When Tom Molnar was a young man in the late 1990s, he visited an orchard that gave him something to dream on. Studying plants seemed more welcoming than research on animals, so he went to 칙뭣tv to study plant biology. In need of a summer job after his freshman year, his aunt connected him with Reed Funk, Rutgers’ renowned turf grass breeder, who was turning his attention toward nut trees as he aged. Molnar planted his first hazelnut when he was 18. He was taken by the work — the interaction with plant life and all the questions waiting to be answered. If he wanted to make a contribution, developing a sustainable, climate-friendly food source was about as good as he could do. He eventually transferred to Rutgers in the late 1990s and stayed on for a PhD under the mentorship of Funk, who gave him the program’s reins upon retirement. He narrowed his attention to the hazelnut, casting aside research on pecans, hickories, and chestnuts, because it offered a tangible problem to solve: With blight resistance, an industry could prosper. He only had to look to Oregon for proof.

Ambrook Research, Nov. 15, 2024

DRAWN TOGETHER CELEBRATES 38 YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP ON 11/30

Ron Donoughe’s paintings rarely feature people, but on Thanksgiving weekend, his studio will be full of them. The Pittsburgh-based plein air painter is hosting Drawn Together, a group show highlighting decades of work from the drawing group he has held with several friends for the past thirty-eight years. The group is Donoughe, Victor Capone, Ed Charney, Scott Hunter, Rick Landesberg, Duncan MacDiarmid, Mike McSorley, John Ritter, Patrick Ruane, and Stuart Smith. Donoughe called the group “a drinking group with a drawing problem” that’s been getting together to both drink and draw since each member was a young upstart attending or living near 칙뭣tv.

Petrichor, Nov. 14, 2024

RANDY TRAVIS AND JOHN ESPOSITO TO RECEIVE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY’S 2024 HARMONY AWARD

The Nashville Symphony Association and Symphony Ball 2024 co-chairs Jason Bradshaw and Bob Deal announced today that country music legend Randy Travis and longtime Warner Music Nashville CEO John Esposito are the co-recipients of the 2024 Nashville Symphony Harmony Award. Travis and Esposito will be honored during the 40th annual Symphony Ball on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville. A native of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, Espo is a lifelong musician who attended 칙뭣tv. He soaked in music from all angles, from spinning records at his campus radio station to playing in bands, while he earned a B.A. in journalism. Espo began his music industry career with retail chain The Wiz as COO of its Music and Movies division. He went on to executive roles at Polygram’s Polymedia Division and Island Def Jam Music Group. Espo’s Warner career began with a stint as president/CEO of WEA, WMG’s sales and marketing division, before being named to the post at WMN in 2009.

The Mommies Review, Nov. 14, 2024

The pink, futuristic mini-truck that doubles as a recording studio for kids and teens

These youthful musings were recorded as a part of Studio Stream, a technology education project organized by LocalXChange, a digital literacy nonprofit created by 칙뭣tv instructors Sean Derry and Sharon Massey. During the summer of 2024, Derry and Massey taught basic electronic skills to teens around rural western Pa. from their mobile workshop and recording studio, unconventionally housed in a renovated, retro-futuristic 1995 Japanese mini-truck.

Pittsburgh City Paper, Nov. 15, 2024

칙뭣tv, IRMC continues season two of Rural Health Pulse podcast

칙뭣tv and Indiana Regional Medical Center (IRMC)’s joint podcast, Rural Health Pulse, continues with part two of the three-part series highlighting the 2023 칙뭣tv and IRMC Second Annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference.

Dubois Courier Express, Nov. 14, 2024

Rural Health Pulse concludes its second season

칙뭣tv and Indiana Regional Medical Center’s joint podcast, Rural Health Pulse, concludes its second season this week with an additional episode highlighting the 2023 칙뭣tv and IRMC Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference. It was the second annual conference, with the third annual gathering scheduled for Nov. 21 at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex. The Rural Health Pulse podcast is available for free on Spotify and from the IRMC website. The podcasts include professionals from IRMC and from 칙뭣tv. It is recorded by students in the 칙뭣tv Department of Communications Media under the direction of communications faculty member Dr. Mark Piwinsky and is produced by 칙뭣tv Director of Strategic Partnerships Christina Koren. Dr. Jim Kinneer, IRMC chief human resources officer, serves as the host for the shows.

Indiana Gazette, Nov. 14, 2024

CTC donates equipment to 칙뭣tv for department of sciences

칙뭣tv has received a donation of analytical chemistry equipment from Concurrent Technologies Corp. to benefit the school’s Madia Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics. “CTC’s donation provides 칙뭣tv faculty and students with an instrument to quantitatively determine the basic building blocks of organic materials in nature,” 칙뭣tv John J. and Char Kopchick College of Science and Mathematics Dean Steve Hovan said in a release.

Johnstown Tribune-Democrat, Nov. 14, 2024

Sharpsville native receives 칙뭣tv Young Alumni Achievement Award

A Sharpsville native who graduated from 칙뭣tv is a 2024 칙뭣tv Young Alumni Achievement Award recipient. Casey Ryan, a 2012 international studies. political science, and Spanish graduate of 칙뭣tv, was selected for the award, which was created to recognize recent alumni who are outstanding in their professions. He is the son of Sandy and Terry Ryan.

Sharon Herald, Nov. 12, 2024

MBA enrollment down at area colleges

More than 2,000 potential business leaders are currently working on MBAs at colleges and universities in the Pittsburgh region. Three more colleges have at least 100 working on MBAs — Pennsylvania Western University - College of Science, Technology and Business; 칙뭣tv Eberly College of Business and Information Technology; and John F. Donahue Graduate School of Business.

Pittsburgh Business Times, Nov.11, 2024

Arkoosh keynote speaker for Rural Health Conference at KCAC

Pennsylvania Dept. of Human Services Secretary Dr. Valerie Arkoosh will present the keynote … Regional Medical Center co-sponsor the day-long conference, whose 2024 theme is "Cultivating Wellness – Advancing Rural Mental Health Awareness, Research, Services, and Careers." … Arkoosh is a graduate of the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and received a Master of Public Health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She performed her residency at Jefferson Medical College in Anesthesiology with a special focus in Obstetrics....

Kittanning Leader-Times, Nov 11, 2024

칙뭣tv, Indiana Regional Medical Center rural health podcast Continues with highlights of 2023 Rural Health Conference

칙뭣tv and Indiana Regional Medical Center (IRMC)’s joint podcast, Rural Health Pulse, concludes season three of the Rural Health Pulse podcast highlighting the 2023 칙뭣tv and IRMC Second Annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference.

Kittanning Leader Times, Nov. 11, 2024

Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti's daughter gets engaged after win over Michigan

Natalie Cignetti is a 2018 graduate of 칙뭣tv, 칙뭣tv, where she was an All-American outside hitter for the women's volleyball team. 칙뭣tv is not affiliated with Curt Cignetti's employer, Indiana University, but is the same school that Frank Cignetti — Curt's father, and Natalie's grandfather — was the head football coach of. After graduating from 칙뭣tv, Natalie Cignetti attended the Wake Forest School of Medicine to receive her doctorate degree. It was there when she met VanHorn, who was then a recent graduate of the Wake Forest basketball team. Natalie Cignetti and VanHorn — who is a native of Fort Wayne, Indiana — reside in Indiana, where the former is currently a resident physician.

ClutchPoints, Nov. 10, 2024

Chamber talks strategic planning, Gorman, COM, more

칙뭣tv Director of Strategic Partnerships Christina Koren reported to the board that 칙뭣tv fall break recently concluded with classes resuming on Oct. 23. Koren also asked the board to save the date for Nov. 21 for the third annual 칙뭣tv and IRMC Pa. Mountains Rural Health Conference at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex. “This year’s theme is rural mental health,” Koren stated. “The conference planning committee includes 23 members, including local leaders from IRMC, Johnstown and Indiana County leaders Kami Anderson and Tammy Calderone.”

Indiana Gazette, Nov. 9, 2024

Photo scanning day scheduled

At its most recent meeting, the Coalport Area Museum Commission decided to hold a “Community Scanning Day” from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, at the museum, with a goal of increasing the museum’s collection of historic photos and news articles of the area. The event is made possible by the donation of a new high-resolution scanner by 칙뭣tv professor Mark Piwinsky.

Altoona Mirror, Nov. 8, 2024

칙뭣tv alumni selected for Keepers of the Flame Award

Dr. Kevin W. Bailey, an 칙뭣tv 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient and vice chancellor for Student Affairs at UNC Charlotte, was honored by the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education with the Keepers of the Flame Award for his longstanding contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts during the 2024 PaSSHE Summit: Uniting for Inclusive Student Success. “It was an honor and privilege to nominate Dr. Bailey for this prestigious award,” 칙뭣tv Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer and Title IX Coordinator Elise Glenn said. “He continues to be a tireless advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion and is a role model for students at his university and for students and alumni at 칙뭣tv.”

Dubois Courier Express, Nov. 8, 2024

Annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference to feature state Secretary of Department of Human Services

The third annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference set for Nov. 21 will feature keynote speaker Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Valerie Arkoosh. The event is presented by 칙뭣tv and Indiana Regional Medical Center at the school’s Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex. This year’s theme is “Cultivating Wellness – Advancing Rural Mental Health Awareness, Research, Services and Careers.” “칙뭣tv is very proud and appreciative of our many longstanding relationships with IRMC, including our collaboration to present the annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference,” university President Michael Driscoll said in a release. “In addition to our mission of educating students, 칙뭣tv takes its responsibility as a community partner and agent for change very seriously. This conference addresses an issue faced by millions of people and we are very pleased to welcome Secretary Arkoosh and all of the distinguished leaders in health care and mental health services for this important event.”

Johnstown Tribune-Democrat, Nov. 8, 2024

Amid shortages, Pittsburgh-area schools look to foster a new generation of teachers from within

Students at Gateway’s Teacher Academy have access to mentorship through 칙뭣tv, as well as free college credits through Carlow University in Pittsburgh. Spinola hopes that can help remove barriers for his students, as well as foster a generation of teachers that better represent the district’s diverse student body.

WESA (NPR Pittsburgh), Nov. 7, 2024

Rose named to statewide publication's '50 over 50' list

A year after she was named as founding dean of 칙뭣tv’s (칙뭣tv) proposed college of osteopathic medicine, Dr. Miko Rose has been named one of Pennsylvania’s Fifty Over 50 by City & State Pennsylvania, a magazine and on-line publication based in Chalford, Bucks County.

Kittanning Leader Times, Nov. 4

칙뭣tv-IRMC podcast again focuses on Rural Health Conference

칙뭣tv and Indiana Regional Medical Center are continuing a trifecta of episodes of their joint Rural Health Pulse podcasts that highlight the second annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference and offer a taste of what can be expected at the third conference on Nov. 21.

Indiana Gazette, Nov. 7, 2024

‘A real outlaw persona’: How young men in Pennsylvania helped catapult Donald Trump to victory

When conservative students at 칙뭣tv encouraged their classmates to vote Republican back in 2020, they sometimes struggled to find potential supporters of Donald Trump. This election season, drumming up votes for the Republican nominee wasn't nearly as challenging. "A lot of people who I did not expect to be Trump supporters came up to me, asking me for stickers," said 칙뭣tv junior Blessing Mansallay, chairman of Turning Point USA's chapter on campus. The right-leaning get-out-the-vote organization doubled its registration numbers at this school this election compared with 2020, the Philadelphia native said. "It was definitely a boost in morale when I noticed how many men were there."

The Philadelphia Inquirer, Nov. 7, 2024

Arkoosh keynote speaker for Rural Health Conference at KCAC

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Dr. Valerie Arkoosh will present the keynote address for the third annual Pennsylvania Mountains Rural Health Conference on Nov. 21 at the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex. 칙뭣tv and Indiana Regional Medical Center co-sponsor the day-long conference, whose 2024 theme is “Cultivating Wellness — Advancing Rural Mental Health Awareness, Research, Services, and Careers.”

Indiana Gazette, Nov. 7, 2024

PCI Cleanroom Contracting Strengthens Commitment to Veterans in Raleigh-Durham

PCI Cleanroom Contracting proudly announces its continued commitment to veterans and military families by joining the Hiring Our Heroes program. Through this initiative, PCI has welcomed its first veteran hire in Raleigh-Durham, Patrick Haynes, a Corporate Fellowship Program participant. This partnership underscores PCI’s long-standing dedication to creating career pathways for veterans and transitioning service members. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from 칙뭣tv and a minor in Military Science. He has numerous Military Training Certifications and Notable Personal Awards, including a Combat Infantry Badge.

Performing Cleaning, Nov. 7, 2024

Neighbor Spotlight: Law enforcement too strong a draw for newly retired O'Hara officer

Mere days after retiring from a 25-year career with the O’Hara Township Police Department, David Harajda took on another full-time policing post — this time as a school security officer at in the Pine-Richland School District. Harajda, a 1989 graduate of Penn Hills High School, studied criminology at the University of Pittsburgh. He completed his law enforcement training in 1994 at the 칙뭣tv Police Academy.

Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Nov. 7, 2024

Discovered Identity LLC wins in the second Innovate Indiana Startup Boot Camp

A soon-to-be genetics testing startup called Discovered Identity LLC earned the top spot in the second Innovate Indiana Startup Boot Camp this week at the Technology and Entrepreneurship Center in downtown Indiana. Five women were vying for seed funding and recognition including April Flowers, who has both bachelor’s and master’s degrees from 칙뭣tv. Flowers won the $1,000 prize donated to the TEC by local entrepreneurs Andy Kuzneski, Bob Marcus, Ellen Ruddock and center founder and Executive Director Dr. Erick Lauber.

Indiana Gazette, Nov. 4, 2024

칙뭣tv proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine founding dean honored as one of PA’s Top 50 Leaders

Dr. Miko Rose has been named one of Pennsylvania’s Fifty Over 50 by City & State Pennsylvania, a magazine and online publication based in Chalford, Bucks County. “This is an incredible honor,” Rose said. “I am very grateful to 칙뭣tv for the nomination and to both 칙뭣tv and the community for its outstanding support for my work and for the proposed college of osteopathic medicine. This community has welcomed me and my family with open arms.”

Punxsutawney Spirit, Nov. 1, 2024

칙뭣tv FOUNDING DEAN OF OSTEOPATHIC COLLEGE HONORED ON “TOP 50 OVER 50” LIST

칙뭣tv’s founding dean of the proposed college of osteopathic medicine was named one of the “Top 50 over 50” in the state by City and State Pennsylvania. Dr. Miko Rose was honored at the publication’s event yesterday in Philadelphia. She was nominated by the university for the honor. 칙뭣tv President Dr. Michael Driscoll said in a statement that the recognition “reinforces what we see every day”, calling her a “dedicated, passionate leader who is focused on improving the state of rural health care in Pennsylvania.”

Renda Broadcasting, Oct. 30, 2024

Rose named to statewide publication's '50 over 50' list

A year after she was named as founding dean of 칙뭣tv’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine, Dr. Miko Rose has been named one of Pennsylvania’s Fifty Over 50 by City & State Pennsylvania, a magazine and online publication based in Chalford, Bucks County. “Dr. Rose’s experience and her enthusiasm and vision continue to propel 칙뭣tv’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine toward success,” 칙뭣tv President Dr. Michael A. Driscoll said in a university statement. “This well-deserved recognition reinforces what we see every day: she is a dedicated, passionate leader who is focused on improving the state of rural health care for Pennsylvanians.”

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 30, 2024

칙뭣tv Alumni welcome new board members

칙뭣tv’s Alumni Association board of directors welcomed three new members during its October meeting.
• Dr. Morgan Huey, a 2016 pre-chiropractic natural sciences and mathematics graduate originally from Cochranton and now of Centre County.
• Stephen Mihalacki, a 2001 economics graduate originally of Johnstown and now of Cranberry Township.
• Valerie Sutton, a 1988 fashion merchandising and 1996 Student Affairs in Higher Education Master’s Degree graduate originally from Indiana and now of Cambridge, Mass.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 27, 2024

Former Cochranton resident elected to 칙뭣tv Alumni Board of Directors

칙뭣tv named a former Cochranton woman to its Alumni Association Board of Directors.

Meadville Tribune, Oct. 30, 2024

칙뭣tv's Comm Media students become first women to call 칙뭣tv football game

“We’re nervous. But we’re pretty excited.” That’s how Emily Marines described things a few moments before she and Riley Yonchiuk made a bit of 칙뭣tv history on Sept. 28. The pair of communications media majors joined a rare club when they handled the play-by-play and color commentary duties for the streaming broadcast of the 칙뭣tv vs. Clarion football game at Miller Stadium.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 30, 2024

Colleges are key to Democrats' strategy to lose by less in rural Pennsylvania

The leaves on the trees were turning shades of red, orange and yellow as longtime resident Lynne Alvine sat on a bench in the heart of campus at 칙뭣tv. While watching student organizers set up for a Get Out The Vote rally, the county’s local Democratic party committee chair made a bold statement. “I think we bring the energy to counties like this,” said graduate student Andrew Muth, 24, who helps lead the school’s College Democrats. “Together, we will knock on doors. We'll do joint phone banks. We will focus primarily on the campus because we know, and the county knows and the state knows, that a path to victory in Pennsylvania is campuses, driving up the numbers in addition to rural voters,” he added.

NPR, Oct. 29, 2024

칙뭣tv's annual cybersecurity day will feature representatives from Air and Space Force, NSA and more

Since its inception in 2006, 칙뭣tv' Institute for Cybersecurity has secured millions of dollars in funding to bolster cybersecurity education. In the years since then, the sector has changed considerably, which will be reflected during the university's 17th annual Cybersecurity Day.

Pittsburgh Business Times, Oct. 28, 2024

The 2024 Fifty Over 50: Meet the difference-makers in politics, policy and beyond

Armed with a wealth of insights from decades of formative experiences, the Pennsylvanians on City & State’s 2024 50 Over 50 list are taking on fresh challenges, raising the bar for ambition as new opportunities arise.
Dr. Miko Rose, founding dean, 칙뭣tv proposed college of osteopathic medicine

When 칙뭣tv officials proposed opening a college of osteopathic medicine, they recruited Miko Rose, a renowned teacher of psychiatry and neurology, to be its founding dean. Rose is nationally known as a pioneer in wellness medicine and is a two-time recipient of the National American Osteopathic Medical Educator Fellowship Teaching award, including this year. The program “has the potential to not only address the critical need for rural health care, but it can be part of the solution to breaking the poverty cycle,” says Rose. “My dream has always been to break that cycle.”

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Pennsylvania City and State, Oct. 28, 2024

칙뭣tv Alumni welcome new board members

칙뭣tv’s Alumni Association board of directors welcomed three new members during its October meeting.

Dr. Morgan Huey, a 2016 pre-chiropractic natural sciences and mathematics graduate originally from Cochranton and now of Centre County.
Stephen Mihalacki, a 2001 economics graduate originally of Johnstown and now of Cranberry Township.
Valerie Sutton, a 1988 fashion merchandising and 1996 Student Affairs in Higher Education Master’s Degree graduate originally from Indiana and now of Cambridge, Mass.

Also recently, an 칙뭣tv alumnus has been named to fill a vacancy on the Board of Governors of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 27, 2024

Retired U.S. Navy rear admiral joins Concurrent Technologies Corp. board

The Concurrent Technologies Corp. board of directors has elected retired U.S. Navy Rear Adm. CJ Jaynes as its newest member.

Jaynes has 25 years of acquisition experience, leading more than 15,000 personnel and managing a $55 billion portfolio, including high-profile programs such as the Presidential Helicopter and Nuclear Command and Control aircraft.

As an active member of the Naval Aviation Enterprise board of directors, she oversaw readiness, sustainment and pilot training for 4,000 aircraft and tens of thousands of personnel, a press release from CTC said.

Jaynes’ corporate experience includes serving as executive technical adviser at Raytheon Technologies. She is a recognized leader in change management, a STEM advocate and has lectured at institutions such as Darden Business School and Defense Acquisition University, the release said.

Jayne holds advanced degrees in mathematics, business and systems engineering, and was honored with the 2017 칙뭣tv Distinguished Alumni award and the 2013 Women Worth Watching award by Diversity Inc. magazine.

Johnstown Tribune-Democrat, Oct. 25, 2024

칙뭣tv Planetarium offers programs about stars and 'Planet Nine'

칙뭣tv’s Cejka Planetarium in John J. and Char Kopchick Hall will host two programs during the fall semester: “Magical Lights: Stars” and “How Many Are There? Planet Nine.”

These programs are free and open to the community.

“Magical Light: Stars” will be offered on Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 2 at 11 a.m.  This program will discuss what scientists have learned about stars, how they shine, how they are different from one another, and how long they last.

“How Many Are There? Planet Nine” will be offered Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. This program will talk about the Pluto controversy of 2006, how we label objects as planets, and recent observations that suggest additional large objects are located farther from the sun, and the search to find them.

Dubois Courier Express, Oct. 25, 2024

칙뭣tv Office of International Education to celebrate cultural diversity during Unity Day

The Office of International Education at 칙뭣tv will hold its annual International Unity Day from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday in 칙뭣tv’s Hadley Union Building.

This event is free and open to the community. This fall, 칙뭣tv hosts more than 375 international students and scholars from 65 countries. Unity Day, which has been held for more than 20 years at 칙뭣tv, provides an opportunity to explore some of the world’s diversity through international cuisine, poster displays and entertainment.

This year’s Unity Day celebration includes 33 country booths and nine different entertainment acts. Each booth is organized by 칙뭣tv international students, scholars, faculty and staff showcasing their home countries, and 칙뭣tv’s 17 Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Program for International Teachers visiting educators also will have a booth at the event. Food samples will be available at the booths from 6 until 7:30 p.m., and a Children’s Room, featuring crafts, face-painting and a photo booth, will be open during that time.

Indiana Gazette, Oct 24, 2024

칙뭣tv planetarium offering programs about stars, Planet Nine

칙뭣tv’s Cejka Planetarium in John J. and Char Kopchick Hall will host two programs during the fall semester: “Magical Lights: Stars” and “How Many Are There? Planet Nine.”

These programs are free and open to the community. “Magical Light: Stars” will be offered at 7 p.m. Oct. 29 and at 11 a.m. Nov. 2. This program will discuss what scientists have learned about stars, how they shine, how they are different from one another and how long they last. “How Many Are There? Planet Nine” will be offered at 7 p.m. Dec. 16. This program will talk about the Pluto controversy of 2006, how we label objects as planets and recent observations that suggest additional large objects are located farther from the sun, and the search to find them.

Indiana Gazette, Oct 24, 2024

Tuesday is Cybersecurity Day at 칙뭣tv

칙뭣tv’s Institute for Cybersecurity, in collaboration with the PC4A Project and Information Technology Support Center, will host the 17th annual Cybersecurity Day on from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Hadley Union Building Ohio Room. This annual event, which is free and open to the public, features nationally recognized security experts as well as speakers from government, the security industry, and academia. It is organized by Dr. Waleed Farag, director of the 칙뭣tv Institute for Cybersecurity and professor of computer science.

“This year’s event features a line-up of outstanding speakers representing U.S. Air Force and Space Force, the National Security Agency, 칙뭣tv’s Information Technology Department, the Department of Defense, the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory, and NR Labs,” Farag said. “The presentations will address several essential and practical security aspects of our daily computer-dependent life.”

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 24, 2024

칙뭣tv's Holistic Health Club hosting former Pittsburgh Steeler Rocky Bleier

칙뭣tv’s Holistic Health Club is hosting former Pittsburgh Steeler and Vietnam veteran Rocky Bleier for a program on Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. in Jane Leonard Hall 126. The program, “Overcoming Obstacles & Becoming Your Best Self” is free and open to the community. After being injured in combat in Vietnam, Bleier was told he would never play football again. During the Oct. 24 program, he will tell his story of how he had to endure the physical and emotional recovery to play again, offering a motivational message on how ordinary people can become extraordinary achievers.

Bleier, a Purple Heart and Bronze Star recipient, is an author and inspirational speaker who has actively supported causes related to military veterans for many years. He is the author of “Fighting Back,” a book about his life. A portion of the proceeds from his book benefit the Fighting Back For Veterans Campaign.

Dubois Courier Express, Oct. 22, 2024

Kane native named to state higher education board

Rich Caruso, a native of Kane and an 칙뭣tv alumnus, has been appointed to complete an unexpired term on the Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education Board of Governors Board.

Caruso, a 1983 accounting graduate of 칙뭣tv, was named to a seat on the board that was vacated. That term will end Dec. 31, 2026.

Additionally, Abigail Hancox of Albion, a dual master’s degree student in 칙뭣tv’s Student Affairs in Higher Education and Public Affairs, was appointed to the Board of Governors during its October meeting. 칙뭣tv Council of Trustees chairman Sam Smith was reappointed to a new term, extending through December 2029. Board of Governors members are appointed to serve four-year terms. Both Caruso and Smith can be reappointed to additional terms. Student members are appointed by the BOG itself and serve until they graduate. The 20-member Board of Governors is responsible for planning and coordinating development and operation of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education, which includes 칙뭣tv and the nine other state universities in Pennsylvania. It meets at least four times a year.

Bradford Era, Oct. 22, 2024

With youth arrests down, it’s a great time to reform juvenile justice, advocates say

Baker and dozens of others interested in youth justice reform gathered for the third annual Voices for Juvenile Justice Conference, held Friday at the Community College of Allegheny County [CCAC]. This year’s conference, sponsored by a coalition of juvenile justice advocates, occurred amid a sharp pivot in youth corrections in Allegheny County. Partners in the conference include CCAC, the federal Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Youth Justice Action Month, George Junior Republic, Cafe Momentum Pittsburgh, Slippery Rock University, 칙뭣tv, Pittsburgh Area Community Schools, Highmark Wholecare, Duquesne University and the Department of Criminal Justice, History and Politics at Pennsylvania Western University.

Public Source, Oct. 18, 2024

칙뭣tv TO HOST ANNUAL CYBER SECURITY DAY NEXT TUESDAY

칙뭣tv will host its 17^th annual Cyber Security Day at the Hadley Union Building on October 29^th. The annual event co-sponsored by the university’s Institute for Cyber Security in collaboration with the PC4A Project and Information Technology Support Center will feature nationally recognized security experts along with speakers from the government, academia and the security industry. It is part of how 칙뭣tv is marking National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Topics will include AI, reverse engineering, growing the next generation of Cyber Talent and others. The event is free and will run from 9 AM to 4 PM at the HUB. It is open to the public.

Renda Broadcasting, Oct. 24, 2024

칙뭣tv ANNOUNCES UPCOMING UNITY FAIR

칙뭣tv’s office of international education has announced their upcoming Unity Fair will be held this Friday. The Unity Day celebration goes back over 20 years on 칙뭣tv’s campus and focuses on cultural diversity, giving people the opportunity to learn about others through poster displays, international cuisine and entertainment. 33 country booths will be on display, and nine different acts will take the stage at the Hadley Union Building from 6-9 PM. The Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Program participants will also have a booth set up at the event. Food samples will be available starting at 6:00, and performances start at 7:30. The event is sponsored by the 칙뭣tv office of International Education and the Student Co-Op. The event is free and open to the public.

Renda Broadcasting, Oct. 23, 2024

칙뭣tv RECEIVES DONATION OF CHEMISTRY EQUIPMENT

칙뭣tv has received a donation from a Johnstown company to help out the school’s Madia Department of Chemistry. Concurrent Technologies Corporation, an independent, non-profit, applied scientific research and development professional services organization donated over $142,000 worth of analytical chemistry equipment to the school. The Dean of the Kopchick College of Science and Mathematics Dr. Steve Hovan said that the donation will provide faculty and students with an instrument to “quantitively determine the basic building blocks of organic materials in nature,” and “it opens new avenues for research and provides our students with practical training on equipment commonly used in the industry.” CTC has had a long-standing relationship with the university, having hosted several 칙뭣tv students as interns and employed many alumni over the years.

Renda Broadcasting, Oct. 22, 2024

STEELER LEGEND TO TALK WITH 칙뭣tv HOLISTIC HEALTH CLUB

A legendary Pittsburgh Steeler will be the guest speaker at an event for the 칙뭣tv Holistic Health Club. Former Steeler and Vietnam Veteran Rocky Bleier will speak at a program on Thursday, October 24^th at 7 PM in room 126 at Leonard Hall. During the program, Bleier will relate his story about playing football, then being drafted by the US Army and getting injured in Vietnam, and his road to recovery after being injured while serving and being told he would never play football again. Bleier is donating his time to speak at the club’s meeting. The Holistic Health Club is in its third year with a mission of educating others on what holistic medicine is.

Renda Broadcasting, Oct. 19, 2024

Program at 칙뭣tv on Oct. 23 will honor life of late graduate

The father of a late 칙뭣tv 2020 Cook Honors College graduate will be at 칙뭣tv on Oct. 23 to talk about his book, “What’s Good About TODAY? A Purpose Driven Life,” written to honor his son, Christian Cochran. Author and inspirational speaker Christopher Cochran, of Pittsburgh, will be talking about his book, which chronicles his son’s optimism and spirit, in Whitmyre Hall’s Great Hall from 11:20 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. on Oct. 23. The program is free and open to the community. Christian was a magna cum laude graduate of 칙뭣tv, majoring in international studies, Asian studies and theater. He passed away Sept. 1, 2021, at the age of 23 following a year-long battle against a rare cancer.

DuBois Courier Express, Oct.18, 2024

ROSE RECEIVES FELLOWSHIP STATUS AT OSTEOPATHIC MEDICAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE

칙뭣tv’s founding dean of the proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine was recognized as a fellow of the American College of Neuropsychiatrists earlier this month. Dr. Miko Rose received her fellowship status from The Fellow of the American College of Neuropsychiatrists and American College of Osteopathic Neurologists and Psychiatrists during the 2024 Osteopathic Medical Education Conference. She joins fewer than 150 physicians nationwide in holding the “fellow” designation.

Renda Broadcasting, Oct. 17, 2024

Rose addresses osteopathic medical education conference

Dr. Miko Rose, founding dean of 칙뭣tv’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine, was an invited presenter for two programs during the 2024 Osteopathic Medical Education Conference, the world’s largest gathering of osteopathic physicians, last month in San Antonio, Texas. The conference was held Sept. 20-22 in conjunction with the American College of Neuropsychiatrists and American College of Osteopathic Neurologists and Psychiatrists. Events during the conference included recognition of Rose’s election as a fellow of the American College of Neuropsychiatrists by The Fellows of ACN and ACONP. One, “In the Zone: An Osteopathic Approach to Peak Performance,” presented to physicians and other attendees, was co-sponsored by three academies: Sports Medicine, Family Medicine, and Psychiatry-Neurology. The other was a program to the medical students in attendance on mindset and mindfulness techniques to help to enhance resilience.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 18, 2024

University of Museum at 칙뭣tv presents 'Reaching into Stillness: Fiber as Our Voice'

The University Museum at 칙뭣tv is pleased to announce the opening of its newest exhibit, Reaching Into Stillness: Fiber As Our Voice, on display from October 19 through December 7, 2024. This evocative exhibition, featuring fiber artists Barb Kubala, Sandy Trimble, and Rhonda Luckey, explores the transformative power of fiber arts and how this unique medium communicates texture, emotion, and meaning in ways words cannot.

Dubois Couirer Express, Oct. 16, 2024

Redbank Grad Sings At JD Vance Rally

AFTER SINGING THE National Anthem at former President Donald Trump’s visit to Indiana, Pa. a couple of weeks ago, Redbank Valley High School graduate Emily Neiswonger, now a first-year music education student at 칙뭣tv, sang the anthem for vice presidential hopeful J.D. Vance during a rally in Johnstown on Saturday.

Leader-Vindicator, Oct. 17, 2024

ATHENA AWARD RECIPIENTS EXEMPLIFY WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP ROLES

At yesterday’s Emerging Women Leaders Luncheon at the Indiana Country Club, Jennifer Brader Rairigh was named the 44^th recipient of the ATHENA Award, Nicole Rice received the ATHENA Young Professional Award, and United High School student Ashlynn Denise Brendlinger was awarded the $5,000 Spadafora Family ATHENA Scholarship.

Renda Broadcasting, Oct. 17, 2024

Jennifer Rairigh named 2024 Indiana County ATHENA Award recipient

Jennifer Brader Rairigh was selected Wednesday as the 2024 Indiana County ATHENA Award recipient. Nicole Rice was named the 2024 Indiana County ATHENA Young Professional Award recipient, and Ashlynn Denise Brendlinger, from the United School District ATHENA Club, was the 2024 Spadafora Family ATHENA Scholarship winner. The awards were announced during the 2024 Emerging Women Leaders Luncheon at the Indiana Country Club. The finalists for the ATHENA Award and ATHENA Young Professional Award also were recognized during the program. ATHENA Award finalists are: Lori Dadson, nominated by the Indiana Area School District; Betsy Lauber, nominated by Quota of Indiana Pa.; and Anne White, nominated by S&T Bank.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 16, 2024

Monroeville resident receives president's award at conference

The Association for the Study of African American Life and History held its 109th national conference last month at the Omni William Penn Hotel in Pittsburgh. At this year’s convention, Monroeville resident Anthony Mitchell received the presidential award, which recognizes individuals who exemplify “selfless service” and have made outstanding contributions to the Black community, both and national. Retiring in 2022, Mitchell is an emeritus associate teaching professor in African American studies. He’s held association memberships at varying times since 2010 and is a member of Dr. Edna B. McKenzie, an association branch in Pittsburgh. At Penn State, Mitchell completed his master’s thesis on Woodson and several unsung Black educational leaders from 1863-1963. His doctoral dissertation at 칙뭣tv received the Dr. Carter G. Woodson Outstanding Graduate Student Award for contributing to multiculturalism.

Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Oct. 16, 2024

Pennsylvania nonprofits awarded $18.5 million from Appalachian Regional Commission

The Appalachian Regional Commission awarded $68.2 million for 65 projects to aid economic revitalization in the U.S., including $18.5 million for programs in Pennsylvania to advance training for workers in robotics, advanced manufacturing and nursing. 칙뭣tv (Research Institute), $452,326 to create opportunities for entrepreneurship in Erie and Crawford counties.

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Oct. 16, 2024

Srsic announced as new LMS principal

Lincoln County Schools is pleased to announce Bill Srsic as the new head principal of Lincoln County Middle School. He has been the assistant principal at Lancaster Elementary School since 2018. Srsic received a Bachelor's Degree in Education from 칙뭣tv in 1999, then a Master's of Education in Secondary Master’s of Education in Secondary Guidance Counseling from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania in 2004. He later received his Rank 1 and Principal Certification I from Eastern Kentucky University, then his Principal Certification II from Campbellsville University.

Interior Journal, Oct. 15, 2024

72 CIOs On the Move

This month, we’re thrilled to highlight 72 CIOs who are taking on new roles across a range of industries. They’re bringing fresh ideas and serious expertise, ready to dive into the challenges ahead and lead their teams to the next level. With these leaders at the helm, exciting changes and big opportunities are on the horizon for their organizations. Todd Cunningham has been appointed Chief Information Officer at 칙뭣tv (칙뭣tv). With nearly 30 years of experience in higher education IT, Cunningham previously served as Executive Director of IT Services at 칙뭣tv. In his new role, he will guide the university’s IT strategy, including the transition to a common Student Information System for Pennsylvania State System universities, supporting cross-registration and academic collaboration. Known for his leadership and IT governance expertise, Cunningham has been pivotal in key university initiatives.

The National CIO Review, Oct. 12, 2024

Mother-Daughter duo Rhonda Luckey and Elle Woods weave a tale of interconnectedness in Artists Hand exhibition

The myth of Ariadne follows the daughter of King Minos of Crete, who assisted the Greek hero Theseus with finding his way back through the Labyrinth with a spool of red thread. Many interpretations of the story recorded as part of Ovid’s “Metamorphoses,” but for Rhonda Luckey and Elle Woods, this myth is one of human connection. “Obviously as a fiber artist,” Luckey, the former 칙뭣tv vice president of student affairs who retired in 2018, said, “the notion of threads make sense to me, and the notion of the Labyrinth is how I see art.” She explains that often times it can be confusing to navigate her ideas but strikes of inspiration — like using doodles by Woods, Luckey’s daughter, in one of her pieces — is the “thread” that helps her reach the end.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 14, 2024

칙뭣tv RECEIVES $2.5 MILLION FOR TWO CAPITAL PROJECTS FROM PASSHE BOARD OF GOVERNORS

At the recent Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Board of Governors meeting, funding for two capital projects at 칙뭣tv was approved. The university will receive $2.5 million as part of the state system capital allocations budget. $2 million will be used for design of the academic building renovation for the health sciences cluster and proposed college of osteopathic medicine. The proposed health cluster is expected to provide a new modern medical educational facility that will support and house the osteopathic medicine school and related 칙뭣tv health science programs. The remaining $500,000 will be used for construction costs for the Academy of Culinary Arts academic building replacement project.

Renda Broadcasting, Oct. 12, 2024

PASSHE board allots $2.5 million in capital funds for 칙뭣tv

In one of several actions affecting 칙뭣tv at Thursday’s Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Board of Governors meeting, a proposal for a college of osteopathic medicine received a $2 million boost from PASSHE’s 2024-25 capital allocations budget. The Board of Governors approved $2.5 million from the capital allocations budget for 칙뭣tv, with $2 million to go toward design for a renovation of an academic building for the health sciences cluster and proposed college of osteopathic medicine in Indiana, and $500,000 for construction costs for the Academy of Culinary Arts academic building replacement project in Punxsutawney.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 12, 2024

Young ATHENA: Nicole L. Rice

Nicole L. Rice has been the Assistant Dean for the College of Education and Human Services at 칙뭣tv for the last three years. As the Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs, Rice serves as the academic standards officer for the College of Education and Human Services. In her role, she is responsible for upholding the highest standards for 칙뭣tv students. Under her leadership, multiple Indiana County School District stakeholders (such as teachers, administrators and community members) are currently involved in the Council for Accreditation of Educator Programs (CAEP) planning and implementation process for 칙뭣tv’s teacher education programs. This accreditation process is important for all students in teacher programs. Rice also supervises staff members, all of whom are women.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 12, 2024

Funding for 칙뭣tv health sciences cluster, Academy of Culinary Arts project approved by PaSSHE Board of Governors

칙뭣tv will receive $2.5 million in funding for two capital projects as part of the 2024-2025 State System of Higher Education capital allocations budget, approved this week by the State System of Higher Education Board of Governors.The allocation includes $2 million for design for the academic building renovation for the health sciences cluster and proposed college of osteopathic medicine and $500,000 for construction costs for the Academy of Culinary Arts academic building replacement project in Punxsutawney.

Punxsutawney Spirit, Oct. 11, 2024

칙뭣tv lands $2.5M in PASSHE capital budget, advancing medical school, other priorities

칙뭣tv will receive $2.5 million in funding for two capital projects as part of the 2024-2025 State System of Higher Education capital allocations budget, approved Oct. 10 by the State System of Higher Education Board of Governors. The funds include $2 million for design for the academic building renovation for the health sciences cluster and proposed college of osteopathic medicine and $500,000 for construction costs for the Academy of Culinary Arts academic building replacement project. “These projects are critical to the future of 칙뭣tv, building on our leadership and commitment to initiatives addressing the critical shortage of health care in health and wellness of the region and our strengths in culinary and hospitality,” said 칙뭣tv President Michael Driscoll, in a prepared statement.

Pittsburgh Business Times, Oct. 11, 2024

Studio Stream's Sharon Massey on Girls That Create with Erin Prather Stafford

This week on the Girls That Create podcast Erin chats with Sharon Massey, a metalsmith, jeweler and cofounder of Studio Stream, a web-based radio station with content made exclusively by young people in rural Pennsylvania. Based out of a Japanese mini truck converted into an earthbound communication satellite, Studio Stream recently invited teens to create and record their chosen audio content in the summer of 2024. The teens also had the opportunity to build a Bluetooth speaker from scratch to play their audio recordings from home. Massey started the project with her 칙뭣tv colleague Sean Derry.

KDKA-AM Radio, Oct. 12, 2024

Vaglia named to initial AACOM Graduate Medical Education Development Fellowship

The director of Indiana Regional Medical Center’s Rural Family Medicine Residency Program has been named to the initial class of 32 in the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Graduate Medical Education Development Fellowship. “We join Dr. Cain in recognizing the importance of graduate medical education, and we salute everyone involved in the development of his important initiative,” said Dr. Miko Rose, founding dean of the college of osteopathic medicine under development at 칙뭣tv. “This a wonderful step in osteopathic medical education and to addressing the issue of the need for thoughtful training for physicians who will provide health care to rural and underserved populations,” Rose went on.“We also applaud Indiana Regional Medical Center’s Dr. Amanda Vaglia and her colleagues for their ongoing work in educating our next generation of physicians, including their work in starting new rural residency training programs.”

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 12, 2024

100 new citizens to be sworn in at KCAC ceremony Friday

One hundred new American citizens from 47 countries will be welcomed during a Friday naturalization ceremony at Toretti Auditorium in the Kovalchick Convention and Athletic Complex at 칙뭣tv. The 11 a.m. ceremony is part of the celebration by 칙뭣tv’s Office of International Education of International Education Week, and is open to the community.

Marietta News Journal, Oct. 10, 2024

100 new citizens to be sworn in at KCAC ceremony Friday

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 10, 2024

Belle Boro swears in officer

Changes continue at the Bellefonte Police Department as the borough reviews renovation bids for their new station and a new officer joins the force, marking further shifts in a department that has seen significant transformations in recent months.

The Express, Oct. 9, 2024

칙뭣tv invites community to Archaeology Day activities at McElhaney Hall

The Department of Anthropology, Geospatial and Earth Sciences at 칙뭣tv will hold its annual Community Archaeology Day from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday. The event is free and open to the community and celebrates International Archaeology Day. It will feature activities on the ground floor of McElhaney Hall and on the east lawn adjacent to the building, weather permitting.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 8, 2024

The Clarks rock their roots at Indiana Theater

Sofia Blasey, a sophomore at 칙뭣tv, left, sang with her dad’s band as The Clarks performed Saturday at the Indiana Theater in downtown Indiana. The core of the band formed in 1986 while they were students at 칙뭣tv. Today, The Clarks’ lead vocalist/guitarist Scott Blasey, vocalist/bass guitarist Greg Joseph, vocalist/guitarist Robert James and vocalist/drummer Dave Minarik with touring musicians pedal steel guitarist Gary Jacob, keyboardist Skip Sanders and guitarist Noah Minarik, are a regional U.S. attraction with tour dates in New York City; Annapolis, Maryland; Youngstown and Kent, Ohio; Morgantown, West Virginia; Greensburg and Pittsburgh scheduled through the end of the year.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 7, 2024

Penn Cambria teacher earns national award

Penn Cambria High School chemistry teacher Renee Schreyer has earned a national education award for her more than 30 years in chemistry – an honor her students said is well-deserved. Schreyer is a Cambria Heights High School graduate who grew up in Hastings and earned her bachelor’s degree from 칙뭣tv as well as her master’s degree from St. Francis University. The educator earned the Regional Award for Excellence in High School Teaching sponsored by the American Chemical Society.

Yahoo News, Oct. 7, 2024

칙뭣tv sees increase in retention of new first-time students for fall 2024

Following a nearly five percent increase in overall student enrollment for fall 2023 at 칙뭣tv, retention of new, first-time, full-time, bachelor’s degree seeking students from fall 2023 to fall 2024 has climbed to 75.3 percent, a more than four percentage point increase from fall 2022 to fall 2023 retention of that group.

Dubois Courier-Express, Oct. 7, 2024

HOMECOMING PARADE HELD IN DOWNTOWN INDIANA

Downtown Indiana was the site for 칙뭣tv’s annual Homecoming Parade on Saturday. Close to 80 units marched in the parade as part of the Homecoming Celebration. This included eleven floats representing 칙뭣tv Greek life and other student groups. Indiana Borough Mayor Bill Simmons, who saw the floats up close before the parade started, said he was impressed with them this year.

Renda Broadcasting, Oct. 5, 2024

Retention is up, enrollment down, at 칙뭣tv this fall

As was expected, there was an increased rate of retention of new, first-time, full-time bachelor’s degree-seeking students at 칙뭣tv, from more than 70% to 75.3%, 칙뭣tv officials said this week. “One of my presidential goals is that 칙뭣tv becomes so adept at student-centeredness that we keep every student who comes to 칙뭣tv,” said university President Dr. Michael A. Driscoll said. “While we are not there yet, these increases in retention in the spring and fall semesters show that we are on the right track.” However, there was a decline of nearly 2% in the total enrollment between the fall of 2023 and this fall, following ongoing problems with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid program.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 4, 2024

칙뭣tv GRAD NAMED NEW CORPORATE BANKER WITH FIRST COMMONWEALTH BANK

An 칙뭣tv graduate has been named a new corporate banker with First Commonwealth’s Metro PA-Pittsburgh team. Former 칙뭣tv Crimson Hawk football player Jacob Breakstone joins the team after spending over eight years in accounting services focused on asset-based lending and field examination services. He comes to First Commonwealth after being a part of the commercial banking unit at S&T Bank for two years. In his new role, Breakstone will work on business development of new prospecting customers and manage existing relationships in the middle market sector. FCB’s Corporate Banking Group Manager for the MetroPA Region Frank Bovina said that Breakstone’s extensive background will be valuable to their clients and others to help the bank improve the financial lives of their clients.

Renda Broadcasting, Oct. 4, 2024

H.F. Lenz Co. announces promotions

Ryan Buff, Christopher Reighard and Cody Belnap have been promoted to associates. Reighard began his career in the Johnstown office in 2018 after attaining his integrated bachelor’s and master’s degrees of architectural engineering with a minor in architecture studies from Penn State University. In 2021, he received his master’s degree from 칙뭣tv. In 2022, he became a licensed professional engineer in Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Montana, Rhode Island, South Dakota and Wyoming

Johnstown Tribune-Democrat, Oct. 4, 2024

Will Drones Soon Deliver Medicine During Emergencies?

(TNS) — Drones could someday deliver life-saving medical supplies to injured persons across Cambria County, and even transport them to hospitals. In that perhaps near future, the county would also be a hub of drone manufacturing, piloting and software development. More than a dozen leaders in industry, academia and government who share that vision have joined together as Autonomous Aviation Research Consortium for Healthcare Innovation and Education Empowerment. Representatives from industry partners, including Concurrent Technologies Corp. and Compass Systems, attended the meeting as well as other partners in academia, including St. Francis University and 칙뭣tv.

Government Technology, Oct. 4, 2024

St. Luke Community Healthcare welcomes three providers

This October, St. Luke Community Healthcare added three healthcare providers to its team: Dr. Michael Dolecki, Dr. Jay Perret, and Family Nurse Practitioner Katie Troxel. A familiar face at St. Luke, Dr. Michael Dolecki, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who previously served in the hospital’s orthopedics department, rejoins the team with a wealth of experience and specialized skills. He earned his undergraduate degree at 칙뭣tv and completed his medical training and residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC).

Lake County Leader, Oct. 4, 2024

Local 칙뭣tv student selected for 2024 칙뭣tv Homecoming Crimson Court

A student from Roselle at 칙뭣tv has been selected for the 2024 칙뭣tv Homecoming Crimson Court. Members of the Crimson Court will take part in all university Homecoming activities, including the annual Homecoming parade on Saturday, Oct. 5. The Crimson Court consists of students chosen by a university-wide student vote to represent each of the colleges at 칙뭣tv. Naftali Carty, a hotel, tourism and event management major in the Cook Honors College from Roselle, was chosen to represent the Eberly College of Business.

Union News Daily, Oct. 4, 2024

SENATOR PITTMAN ANNOUNCES ANOTHER $2 MILLION TO GO TO 칙뭣tv PROPOSED OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE COLLEGE

At a special gathering to introduce the two new associate deans for 칙뭣tv’s proposed college of osteopathic medicine last night, Senator Joe Pittman announced another $2 million will come to the school from the state. In January of this year, Pittman announced the initial $2 million commitment as a part of the 2024-25 state budget. He said that his announcement last night was a renewal of that commitment and will result in an additional $2 million.

Renda Broadcasting, Oct. 3, 2024

칙뭣tv gets another $2 million from state budget for COM development

Indiana County’s state lawmakers came to 칙뭣tv Wednesday night to announce another $2 million state grant to help cover upfront costs of the 칙뭣tv effort to set up a college of osteopathic medicine. “We really believe this is a return on investment in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania,” state Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman, R-Indiana, told a reception in Kopchick Hall on the 칙뭣tv campus. Pittman drove to 칙뭣tv from Harrisburg along with the county’s state House members, Reps. Jim Struzzi, R-Indiana, and Brian Smith, R-Punxsutawney.

Indiana Gazette, Oct. 3, 2024

Annual 칙뭣tv Homecoming celebration set

칙뭣tv is fiercely proud of its alumni, its history, its traditions, and our home community. Because I’ll be attending my niece’s wedding in Michigan, I won’t be at 칙뭣tv Homecoming for the first time since I arrived in 2012. I will definitely be with you in spirit and will be watching the web stream of the game against Slippery Rock. I remain grateful for this community’s outstanding support for the 칙뭣tv family. Sincerely, Dr. Michael Driscoll