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Hatch joined the PA Game Commission in banding young barn owls from a local farm—one of the happiest days of her life.

No Plan, No Problem

Taking chances and opportunities as they come, Penn State Altoona graduate Haley Hatch has forged a path into environmental education.
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Jen Parrish’s vision for her future has nothing, and everything, to do with her sight.

A New Vision

A devastating health diagnosis once felt like the end of everything Jen Parrish dreamt of for herself. Now, about to graduate from Penn State Altoona, she is at peace and more confident than ever in her future.
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Heidi Manfred stands in front of her piece, Joyful, at the opening of her Emotions in Art exhibit.

Emotions in Art

Heidi Manfred is using her kind heart and artistic skill to create conversation about mental health.
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Michael Balmforth

Vet to Vet

Michael Balmforth first served his country. Now, the Army veteran is serving his college and his community.
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Eric Liddick, author of this year’s Common Read book, on stage with Common Read program coordinator Laura Rotunno.

All the Memories that Remain

A conversation with Common Read author E. M. Liddick.
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Horror Joy

Two Penn State Altoona faculty take a deep dive into horror in hopes of finding joy lurking in the shadows.
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Jarrett Gardner, Sue Patterson, CAPS counselor Alyssa Luther Vasko, and student Kadyn Carey at the NCAA Inclusion Forum.

Building Belonging, Inviting Inclusion

Jarrett Gardner is using his status as a student-athlete to create a campus where everyone feels safe, welcome, and accepted.
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The Penn State Altoona pep band plays at a home men’s basketball game in February.

Keeping it Peppy

Penn State Altoona’s pep band brings the vibes to home athletic events throughout the year. It’s fun, it’s exciting, and it brings a certain kind of culture to the campus community.
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Psychology major Kylee Rishel poses with her certificate and the Nittany Lion after the induction ceremony.

Blazing Their Own Path

Penn State Altoona’s new Tri-Alpha Honor Society offers support and resources for first-generation students
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Manna and Corban Potter

Running With It

Kinesiology student Manna Potter uses her love of running to raise funds for charity.
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