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Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Business
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New Carnegie Classification recognizes Behrend as a ‘Higher Earnings' college
ERIE — Penn State Behrend has received a new Carnegie Classification as a 'Higher Earnings' institution — a reflection of the return on investment for Behrend graduates. Just 10 percent of all U.S. colleges and universities received the 2025 designation, which measures graduates' earnings eight years after they enroll at a college. The designation, part of a new Student Access and Earnings Classification, is awarded by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching; it also assessed student access at the institutions that were evaluated. 'This new designation reinforces what we consistently hear from our graduates, who find success and competitive compensation in their chosen careers,' Chancellor Ralph Ford said. 'That measure is important not only to our graduates, but to prospective students who are just beginning their college experience and want to be strategic with that investment.' In February, Penn State Behrend and Penn State Harrisburg received the Carnegie Classification for 'Research Colleges and Universities,' a new designation for high-achieving research institutions that do not award Ph.D. degrees. To qualify, a college must produce at least $2.5 million in annual research and development spending. At Behrend, the research enterprise now generates nearly $10 million in sponsored research every year. Highlights from the last year include: • $6.5 million from the commonwealth's Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program to begin construction of the Center for Manufacturing Competitiveness, an industry-facing research facility that will feature specialized plastics, metal-casting and manufacturing labs. • $4.4 million from the Department of Defense and the Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation to develop metals-based manufacturing programs. • $2.5 million in federal funding for a battery-testing rig that will be used to study thermal runaway — a chain-reaction that can occur when lithium-ion batteries overheat. 'Research opportunities are a pillar of Penn State Behrend's 'Open Lab' approach to learning,' Ford said. 'For students — especially undergraduates — a research experience can be a differentiator. In the lab or in the field, students more fully understand the nature of their work, and they see firsthand how they can make a difference.'
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
‘Seeds of Hope' event aims to raise awareness on women's health research
One non-profit organization is raising awareness of the work being done in Erie to advance women's health. The Hamot Health Foundation held its annual summit, Seeds of Hope, in partnership with Magee-Womens Research Institute and Penn State Behrend. Dr. Kristy Gnibus named new director of ECHRC Several researchers, oncologists and local women took the day to learn the latest in breakthrough research and treatments. Charles 'Boo' Hagerty, president of the Hamot Health Foundation, said they were also raising money to develop 'seed grants' which can lead to innovative changes in health care. From blight to bright — Erie Land Bank showcases newly rehabilitated home 'We're talking about a breast cancer vaccine, and that is being researched right now at the Magee-Womens Research Institute, and maybe a seed grant today can help more people understand that research. The other thing that we are talking about is just the fact that women's health research is only 13% of all health research dollars. We want to increase that,' said Hagerty. Seeds of Hope began in 2017 and continues to grow each year. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- General
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‘It's just amazing' — Penn State Behrend helps community with annual rummage sale
It was a day of finding hidden treasure at a local college. Penn State Behrend held their 14th annual trash to treasure event at the Junker Center on Saturday. Lake Erie Ale Trail hosts 7th annual Beer Coaster fundraising event College students and other community members were able to donate gently used items while clearing out their dorms. This popular rummage sale benefits the United Way of Erie County and its mission to break the cycle of poverty through the community school model. Erie Women's Care Center hosts annual Baby Bottle Campaign 'They walk out with armfuls of clothing, it's just amazing, but there's a need for it, whether it's for their family or someone else who needs it, some people come in here, they've got relatives that are ill and need some things, and there's always something. We all have junk that we need to get rid of, but it's somebody else's treasure,' said Brian Streeter, director of athletics at Penn State Behrend. Leftover items were donated to the Salvation Army. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Health
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Local girl holds fundraiser for St. Jude in hopes of helping kids her age beat cancer
One local 11-year-old is on a mission to help others her age battle and defeat cancer. Keira Totleben held a fundraiser to support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital on Saturday. Lake Erie Ale Trail hosts 7th annual Beer Coaster fundraising event Totleben organized a Chinese action with over 40 baskets, as well as a bake sale. Several local businesses contributed to the Chinese auction, which helped her get closer to her goal. 'It's just amazing' — Penn State Behrend helps community with annual rummage sale 'You can accomplish anything if you put your mind to it,' said Totleben. 'My goal this time is $5,000.' If you would like to donate, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Ladies and Laughter show going on this week benefitting Erie Cancer Wellness Center
Just a few of Erie's funniest women will be cracking jokes for a good cause. Comedy show Ladies and Laughter' will take place at Kellar's Comedy Club on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Seven local women will do standup comedy, bringing their best jokes to raise money for the Erie Cancer Wellness Center. Penn State Behrend welcomes students for annual Math Options Career Day The center serves as a community space with over 30 programs to assist anyone who has been impacted by cancer 'We're really blessed to have a fanstatic team of volunteers and staff who really help to make our mission possible i dont know anyone who has not been impacted by cancer in some way shape or form and really it takes a whole community to make us who we are,' said Katelyn Kruszewski, marketing & development coordinator for the Erie Cancer Wellness Center. Morning lane closures planned for I-90 this week 'This is one of the things that I like doing is helping different charities raise money to help their operational costs and this time the Erie Cancer Wellness Center was chosen to do that because of the great work that they do,' said John Groh, the organizer for Ladies & Laughter. Thursday's show is all sold out, but there are still tickets available for Wednesday night. Those can be purchased Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
