Integrity monitor George Mitchell has submitted a glowing review of Penn State's compliance with the Freeh Report in his seventh quarterly report to the NCAA, a common theme for the former senator as his second annual report dawns in September. He praised Penn State's efforts to enhance security at athletic events and facilities, a new compliance plan, increased development of Clery Act compliance, and adherence to the athletics integrity agreement.
OPP Communications Coordinator Paul Ruskin, whose travels have expanded from Alaska to Spain, is set to retire.
The Office of Physical Plant, in conjunction with the Heritage Tree Program, installed a plaque last week in front of the Weeping Willow tree just west of Old Main.
Rodney Erickson's victory lap continued Thursday, as Representative Glenn Thompson (R-Pa.) gave a nod to the former president's years of service on the House floor. "At every stage, he's been an inspirational leader to those around him, a leader to and advocate for the university in countless ways," Thompson said.
Penn State's brand is strong: In a comprehensive study, collegeatlas.org ranked it seventh of the nation's 400 largest universities in social media influence and engagement.
Matthew and Anne Schuyler gifted the Alumni Association's Lion Ambassadors with a whopping gift of $1 million Wednesday, the largest singular gift the association has ever received. The donation will provide $50,000 per year to help fund the Lion Ambassadors forever.