Report details gender-based harassment in college of medicine, Penn State appears to do little to address problem
November 06, 2018
A recent report, published by The National Academies Press detailed the depth with which the Penn State College of Medicine experiences sexual and gender based harassment. The report claims that nearly half of women in the College of Medicine experience gender-based hostility from faculty or staff during their time at Penn State.
Astronaut visits Behrend to discuss the wonders of space
November 06, 2018
Growing up with the dream of being an astronaut is common among many children; and this man did just that. On Thursday, November 1st, Mike Fincke, a friend of the Yahn Planetarium at Penn State Behrend gave a speech about what it means to him to be an astronaut.
Lion Entertainment Board's membership slips, current members urge students to join
November 06, 2018
According to the executive director of LEB, Connor Shearer, the struggle has been ongoing over the past two years. LEB currently consists of the executive board and roughly three general members attending weekly meetings. This lack of consistent membership is problematic for LEB as the organization relies on student involvement to function properly.
SGA creates new committee to fight for better food
November 06, 2018
Finally operating at full capacity, after last week’s in-house elections, the Student Government Association (SGA) has been particularly active in responding to questions that students have on campus. One of the most pervasive sources of aggravation from the student body has been the food on campus.
Game Developer's Club raises $1,127 for Children's Miracle Network
November 06, 2018
Over the weekend, the Game Developer’s Club (GDC) participated in Extra Life, a 24-hour charity streaming event in which gamer’s live stream themselves playing video games in an effort to collect donations for the Children’s Miracle Network.
ISO celebrates Halloween at UGates
November 06, 2018
On Wednesday, there was a Halloween party organized by the International Students’ Services Office (ISSO) and International Students’ Organization (ISO) along with the Culture Cooking Club (CCC). The organizations held the event in the common room of University Gates Apartments from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Diwali celebration delights attendees
November 06, 2018
The McGarvey commons were lit up on Saturday night as the South Asian Student Organization (SASO) hosted the Diwali dinner, a celebration for the Indian New Year. Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights, one of the most popular festivals of Hinduism which they celebrate every autumn.
"Women on the Ballot" inspires women to run for office
October 30, 2018
Over the course of recent history, women have been progressively making their way into politics. The “Women on the Ballot” panel discussion, facilitated by the Public Policy Fund at Penn State Behrend, discussed this trend towards women being fully included in the political sphere.
Campus safety called into question after sexual assault
October 30, 2018
Following the mid-October sexual assault in Lawrence Hall, some students have been seeking some response regarding their safety. At the latest meeting of the Student Government Association (SGA), Elizabeth Malomo, Head of the SGA’s Diversity Committee, asked Behrend’s Chancellor Ralph Ford about the flurry of timely warnings that have poured into students’ inboxes, and what is being done to increase the protection of students on campus.
I am Behrend posters spark discussion on diversity
October 23, 2018
The I am Behrend campaign is organized by the Office of Educational Equity and Diversity. This is the second time the posters have made an appearance on campus, with the first set having rolled out in 2014. This year, the campaign features both students and faculty to better represent the unique backgrounds here at Penn State Behrend.
SGA suggestion boxes provide students with political opportunities
October 23, 2018
Recent concerns from Penn State Behrend’s Student Government Association (SGA) regarding student involvement in SGA activities led members of the organization to establish student suggestion boxes around campus last week.
Candidates face off in cangressional debate
October 16, 2018
Representative Mike Kelly and Democratic challenger Attorney Ron DiNicola faced off in a debate on Monday, October 8 at Mercyhurst University. The debate was live-streamed, and a four-person panel asked questions, with some questions coming from viewers on Facebook.
Picking up the pieces after the storm
October 09, 2018
Back in September, the 14th to be exact, Behrend students prepared to go about their day while residents in North Carolina braced themselves for Hurricane Florence. Behrend student and senior creative writing major Teegan Hill said she relied on local news coverage for updates regarding weather conditions in her hometown. Hill and her family live in Myrtle Beach, roughly a twelve-hour drive from Behrend.
Edinboro University experiences controvery over transition from attendant care
September 25, 2018
On September 19th Edinboro University announced that they would be retiring their current attendant care program. Currently, 35 students rely on the attendant care program to help them in their daily lives.
Behrend students still guaranteed free transit
September 25, 2018
The Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority (EMTA) is currently in the process of overhauling its Board of Directors, following recent disagreements about ceasing Erie School District bussing. Ultimately, the board decided to continue the service for another year, but this disagreement prompted serious consequences for the board.
How to avoid the common cold on campus
September 25, 2018
As Fall begins and the cold temperatures arrive it’s time for the dreaded cold and flu season. Living and working on campus provides an increased chance of catching the cold or flu. There are some obvious things students and faculty can do such as getting plenty of sleep, eating right, washing your hands, and taking a daily dose of vitamin C.
SGA elections are just around the corner
September 18, 2018
The Behrend Student Government Association is holding their elections in the upcoming week. Students will be campaigning Sept. 17 through 19, and elections will run Sept. 20 and 21. The full ballot will be available when the Behrend IT Department sends out a link for the polls.
SGA meeting sheds light on senator participation
September 18, 2018
A significant amount of the Behrend Student Government’s recent meeting was devoted to a debate surrounding the issue of Proxy Senators. The controversy comes just in time for re-election and replacing the student body’s elected representatives. Proxy Senators are outlined in the Constitution as being, “chosen based on runner-up status of the previous senator elections, at the discretion of the President.”
The lion gets involved in ending campus hunger
September 18, 2018
According to the New York Times, twenty percent of students at four year colleges are food insecure. This means that students are going hungry while studying, which can affect their progress toward their undergraduate degree. The first food bank run by university students was created at Michigan State University in 1993. This past March Penn State Behrend followed suit by creating the Lion’s Pantry. The Lion’s Pantry is a confidential program designed to help alleviate the need of nutritious food and personal hygiene products on campus.
The young persons right:voting in midterms
September 18, 2018
Historically, voter turnout falls during midterm elections – those in which the president is not on the ballot – but these elections are just as important despite their lack of attention. This is especially true among 18-29 year-olds, making young people one of the most under-represented groups during midterm elections.
Behrends Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers strike gold
September 18, 2018
Penn State Behrend’s Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers, or I.I.S.E., is preparing for another productive year. The Behrend organization has received a lot of attention after receiving a gold standard for the third year in a row, along with winning a bid to hold the national conference for the 2020 year.
Behrend MBA students are amongst some of best in the nation
September 18, 2018
A recent assessment by the Educational Testing Service found that students from Behrend’s Black School of Business were in the top 9% of business administration students in the nation. 58 Behrend students took part in the test, and scored an average of 260 points, out of a possible 300. This put Behrend students in the ninety-first percentile for all who took the test.
LEB paints a new picture for evening activiites
September 10, 2018
Games and Van Gogh, the Lion Entertainment Board’s (LEB) latest event on campus, kicked off on Friday at 11 p.m. The event lasted two hours, and nearly one hundred students attended, according to the LEB. The main attraction was the painting area, where students gathered to create their masterpieces.
Jared Sexton shares his work at the creative writers series
September 10, 2018
Last Thursday, fiction writer and political commentator Jared Sexton was the first speaker in the Smith Creative Writers Reading Series. Dr. Noyes, Professor of English and Creative Writing, introduced his former student at the event. Noyes began the evening by sharing the history of Sexton’s publications, which range from political articles and short stories to crime fiction.
SGA weekly update
September 10, 2018
The Behrend Student Government Association’s recent Tuesday meeting began with a presentation from Hannah Moran, the new Coordinator of Civic and Community Involvement. Moran spoke about assisting clubs in accessing projects that better connect them with the community, as well as helping plan volunteer projects for the benefit of clubs and the surrounding community alike.
Big ten voting challenge could play key part in midterm election
September 03, 2018
It is no secret that the current political state of the United States is what some would describe as volatile. US citizens are slowly losing trust in politicians and the political process. As a result, people are tuning out politics from their lives. This entails a stark lack of participation in elections.
Ethel Kochel, honorary alumni, passes at 94
August 20, 2018
On Thursday, July 19, 2018, Ethel Swavely Kochel –one of Behrend’s most prominent and poignant figures—passed on amongst the comfort of her family at the gentle age of 94. Ethel had been both a resident of the Springhill Living Community and Harborcreek Township during her time in Erie, Pennsylvania.
Behrend breaks into summer research
April 17, 2018
On March 12, Margie Sargent, Administrative Support Assistant for the Chancellor’s Office, and Ivor Knight, the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies, distributed emails to several students informing them that their proposals for research funding had been approved.
Behrend graduate students implement group for study skills and test anxiety
February 27, 2018
Behrend’s second year graduate students in the Master of Arts in Applied Clinical Psychology Program will introduce a Study Skills and Test Anxiety Group to campus to help students improve their study habits and alleviate test anxiety.
Students adjust to new activities platform
February 20, 2018
The mayor’s office has proposed to extend the Local Economic Restoration Tax Assistance program (LERTA) to begin to include the entire city up to the Bayfront, but the school board and county officials have yet to agree to the unprecedented proposal.
SWE is selling sweet treats
September 12, 2017
If you have walked through the Reed Union building this last week, you may have noticed a table donning a green banner that reads "Society of Women Engineers." The group known as SWE has been selling Cold Stone Creamery vouchers all week as their first fundraiser of the fall semester.
Behrend students take on the bus system
September 05, 2017
The "E" ride is the primary form of public transportation within the city and county of Erie.
It is free to all Penn State Behrend students by obtaining a "E" ride sticker at the RUB desk in Reed Union Building. Many individuals depend on its service to get around, with an annual ridership of 3.4 million in 2014 to 2015. However, Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority ridership has diminished to fewer than 3.1 million rides from 2015 to 2016. Various variables can account for the decline.
Potential end to DACA unites activists, students alike
September 05, 2017
Nearly 800,000 undocumented immigrants could lose protection and face deportation September 5 if President Trump announces that he is going to end the DACA program, according to social justice organizations such as Make the Road, Planned Parenthood, Erie County United and PA Student Power Network.
What to know for the fall career fair
September 05, 2017
The Career Fair is coming to Penn State Behrend and it’s important to be prepared.
On Sept. 20, 2017 hundreds of students will attend the Career Fair being held in the Junker Center. The Career fair is an event that many professors encourage students to utilize.
Peak of hurricane season brings Irma to east coast
September 05, 2017
Almost a week after Hurricane Harvey, another threat is evolving named Irma.
Hurricane Irma is posing threats to the Caribbean. By Sunday afternoon, Irma’s eye was around 790 miles east of the Leeward Islands. The storm is expected to be near the northern part of the islands by late Tuesday.
Penn State ranked top 25 on Campus Pride Index
September 05, 2017
Penn State is once again recognized for being nationally ranked in the top 25 of the 2017 Campus Pride Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning-Friendly Campus Climate Index by Campus Pride. Campus Pride, which is a non-profit, is a student organization that works to improve LGBTQA environments and understanding at colleges and universities across the country.
Behrend hosts annual Volunteer Fair
September 05, 2017
On Wednesday, August 30th, 2017, Penn State Behrend held a Volunteer Fair that occurs every semester in order to expose students to volunteer opportunities in the area and in surrounding regions. Many different organizations were present, like the Crime Victim Center of Erie County, a non-profit organization that provides services to victims of all crimes, and the Anna Shelter, a local humane society.
To bring or not to bring to school
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That is the question.
Heading into your freshman year of college can be very intimidating and it is even more stressful when you are unsure know what you should bring to school. Penn State Behrend has a do’s and don’ts list, but does anyone really listen to that list?
Behrend students weigh in on printing changes
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Many students have noticed the printing changes on campus this semester and question why all of a sudden there is a change. The number one reason is to encourage responsible printing and be more environmentally friendly.
North Korea launches missile into Pacific Ocean
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The Pentagon confirmed Monday that North Korea has launched a missile that flew over Japan and hit into the Pacific Ocean. The launched occurred at 5:57am North Korea local time.
Pentagon spokesman US Army Col. Rob Manning confirmed the launch. He said, “We are still in the process of assessing this launch.”
BVZ Radio launches new logo
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BVZ Radio’s new logo was premiered Monday with introduction of their new merchandise--tumblers, magnets, and backpacks.
The new logo helps to commemorate the radio station’s fifth anniversary on campus.
President Barron shares message about Charlottesville
August 22, 2017
President Eric Barron sent out a message to all Penn State students about the recent Charlottesville events.
President Barron discussed in his message that the University places high value on First Amendment rights but what was saw in Charlottesville, Virginia was not that.
Penn State Behrend researchers use Pokémon Go for study
August 22, 2017
Not many of us have to ask for directions anymore due to GPS-enabled mobile devices. Although getting lost might not be a concern anymore, losing a crucial cognitive skill, spatial intelligence, or the ability to learn and adapt to our surrounding environment might be something to worry about.
$100,000 GE scholarship created for Penn State Behrend Students
August 22, 2017
Nancy Anderson, former Chief Information Officer and Digital Thread leader for GE Transportation has donated a $50,000 gift matched by GE totaling to $100,000 to provide scholarships for students with financial need at Penn State Behrend.
Behrend’s college for kids learn to solve crime scenes
August 22, 2017
Behrend hosted a series of College for Kids courses over summer, marking the 24th year of the program.
Approximately 1,381 children between the ages six and 14 attended the summer program, marking it as the largest attendance in its history.
Behrend professor to establish bird colony
April 18, 2017
Behrend microbiology professor uses the campus as a petri dish for the continuation of her study of microflora that coats certain bird eggs. Dr. Beth Potter wanted to expand her research of the the community of microorganisms that live on eggs, an area of research of which she needed birds first.
Behrend reacts to Syrian airstrikes
April 18, 2017
The United States moved forward in launching a military air strike on a Syrian airbase on April 6. These strikes were in response to chemical attacks on civilians by the Syrian government. Seen by Syria as a potential act of war, the airstrikes are the first direct action taken by the U.S. since the start of the Syrian civil war six years ago.
Ludacris charms modest concert crowd
April 11, 2017
Students and members of the Erie community attended Behrend’s spring concert to see Ludacris Friday night at the Junker Center. The announcement for the concert pick came earlier this semester, but received a mixed reception by the Behrend community.
Digital Media Festival brings students of all majors together
April 11, 2017
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Digital Media, Arts and Technology (DIGIT), major have put on a wide array of technology-related workshops, presentations, and performances on March 30 and 31 called Digital Media Festival.
Podcasters bring top-rated show to Behrend
February 28, 2017
Among the many forms of broadcasting, one of the most blossoming is the medium of podcasting. The award-winning podcast series featuring Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant, “Stuff You Should Know,” has been ranked top ten in iTunes, with over 10 million listeners each month.
Behrend unites for leadership conference
February 14, 2017
The Penn State Behrend Leadership Conference brought together students and staff at the Bayfront Convention Center this weekend to provide insight on leadership integrity and to guide students in the right direction in their college career and future.
First Strategic Plan forum held at Greater Allegheny campus
January 31, 2017
The Penn State University system is hosting multiple forums throughout its many campuses. These forums each focus on different aspects that will enhance Penn State campuses. They will accumulate to what Penn State calls its “Strategic Plan”.
Electoral College dissected by political science professor
January 24, 2017
In the days leading to Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration, Behrend’s Dr. Robert Speel, Associate Professor of Political Science, presented a lecture that provided insight into the history of the Electoral College and its soundness to determine the President of the United States.
Examining Erie Hall's future
November 01, 2016
The planned expansion of Erie Hall could boost Behrend’s reputation, excite potential students, and act as the next impressive architectural triumph on campus with the newly constructed Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center introduced in fall of 2016.
Keeping Campus Safe: Focusing on Behrend's BTMT
September 13, 2016
Many student-involved incidents and threats occur every year at colleges across the country. To deal with issues and incidents of this nature, Penn State University implements university-wide Behavioral Threat Management Teams (BTMT) at nearly every one of its branch campuses