Dr. Gregory Jenkins, guest presenter at the Tenth Eastern Regional Research Symposium, addresses the particpating students, guests and faculty during the virtual closing ceremony on Thursday, April 22.
Students involved in undergraduate research projects at Penn State Scranton and other regional University campuses and local universities had a chance to present their research projects during two annual academic events this month, both of which were held virtually due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Julie Ealy, associate professor of chemistry at Penn State Lehigh Valley; Eric Hudson, associate professor of physics in Eberly College of Science; and Kirwin Shaffer, professor of Latin American studies at Penn State Berks; have received the Alumni/Student Award for Excellence in Teaching and have been named 2021 Penn State Teaching Fellows.
The new expansion project and renovations include the addition of a full-service cafeteria and Admissions Welcome Center, a STEM wing featuring a 2,200 sq. ft. organic chemistry lab, as well as additional classroom, tutoring and student networking space.
The gala will pay tribute to former Congressman and Penn State alumnus, Charlie Dent, for his many years of service to the community and will raise funds for the Charles W. Dent STEM wing, part of Penn State Lehigh Valley's $14.4M campus expansion project.
