Penn State Center for Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to Industry Fellow Nonna Sorokina's experience in the finance industry and academia aids her work to be "grounded in reality." Sorokina, in her research, is using machine learning and artificial intelligence, to work on social responsibility issues related to the opioid epidemic, green energy and economic outcomes.
Penn State Scranton Chancellor Marwan Wafa has announced that Sarah Smith, mental health therapist and licensed professional counselor, is the campus’ Employee of the Month for June.
The Big Ten Academic Alliance's Academic Leadership Program in 2024-25 will include six new fellows from Penn State. The BTAA is the academic consortium of the Big Ten universities and the United States’ preeminent model for effective collaboration among research universities. The Academic Leadership Program focuses on addressing the challenges of academic administration at major research universities.
Thirteen biology students and one biology program alumnus were recently inducted into Penn State Scranton’s newest national honor society, Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta), Rho Beta Rho Chapter.
Seven Penn State Scranton students devoted 1,300 total hours to supporting the VITA program this year, with two of them returning from participating in the program last year to serve in supervisory roles, aiding in training their peers and reviewing tax returns.
Penn State Scranton's Business Club arranged a tour of Benco Dental in Jenkins Township, Pennsylvania, this spring. Guided by Penn State Scranton Lecturer of Business Kevin Feifer, the excursion gave the group invaluable insights into the inner workings of one of the nation's leading dental distributors.
Thanks to a $1,700 grant from the Scranton Area Foundation, Penn State Scranton will be able to continue, and expand upon, a successful specialized training program for area kindergarten, elementary and high school teachers, staff and administrators aimed at helping them better serve students with special needs.
Penn State Scranton recently hosted its annual Lambda Pi Eta honor society ceremony recognizing high-achieving students in the corporate communication program.
Penn State Scranton's Assistant Teaching Professor of English Kara Stone has been honored with the George W. Atherton Award for Excellence in Teaching for her outstanding contributions to teaching and student support. The award recognizes her dedication to creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment while empowering students to achieve their personal best.
