Feature Archive

Schreyer Scholar Sidra Arshad

Sidra Arshad, an English graduate, shares her experiences at Penn State Altoona and with the Schreyer Honors program.

Joe Pizarchik in 2021 standing among trees planted the first year.

The Final "Plant a Tree at Flight 93"

Since its inaugural year, Penn State Altoona students, faculty, staff, and family members have participated in this important reforestation project.

A photo of a locomotive on a track surrounded by snowy mountains

Railroading from the Ground Up

Rail transportation engineering graduate and photo winner Eric Freas helps keep Norfolk Southern trains on a firm foundation

$Dr. Juan Gil and Jessica Tomasko$

Juan Gil, professor of mathematics, and senior math major Jessica Tomasko have teamed up for a number of research projects resulting in published papers and, in one case, an undergraduate award for Tomasko.

Following the Tracks

Senior Malique Qualls uses Penn State Altoona’s Rail Transportation Engineering program to help him achieve his childhood dream.

AMCC Distinguished Alumni Series: Tim Wassell

Following a stellar career on the soccer pitch, Wassell continued his success as a soccer coach at Penn State Altoona and now as a member of the coaching staff for the University's women's soccer program.

Some members of the BSU organization gathered after a meeting to show off their new apparel.

Using Their Voices

Penn State Altoona’s Black Student Union is the largest student organization on campus, and its leadership is looking to expand membership and diversity.