In the release, the university highlighted that there has been a steady growth in four-year graduation rates, as well as retention rates. There is an increase in first-generation student enrollment, and Pell-eligible students are enrolling at a steady rate.

Officials and community members on Wednesday celebrated a $50 million donation to Penn State Health's children's hospital. Officials unveiled a new logo. The children's hospital has been renamed Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital. Oct. 29, 2025 Daniel Urie | [email protected]

Matt Rhule is out of the running for Penn State's coaching job as he's reportedly being given a multi-year contract extension at the University of Nebraska. Rhule, a Penn State alum, was a popular name being thrown around as a possible replacement in Happy Valley after James Franklin was fired.

The Penn State Nittany Lions host the Fairfield Stags in the season opener. The teams square off Monday for the first time this season.

This fall, nearly 1,000 high school students can take free day trips to nearby universities to learn about academic programs and get a sense for campus life.

The ongoing federal government shutdown and state budget stalemate aren’t good for anyone, but one generation says it’s suffering more than most. That’s on top of ongoing affordability issues for what’s known as “Generation Z.