Penn State Commencement: 2011 Scrapbook
More than 12,000 Penn State students became alumni at May commencement ceremonies across the Commonwealth. From proud parents snapping photos of their graduates to the traditional turning of the tassels, it’s the end of the academic year at Penn State. Check out photos from Penn State’s 2011 commencement.
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13 Raise Penn State’s Fame
From a Holocaust survivor to the current under secretary of science at the Smithsonian Institution to an internationally renowned leader in stem cell research, this year’s Distinguished Alumni, Honorary Alumni and Philanthropist of the Year are swelling Penn State’s fame in diverse arenas around the globe.
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Penn State Hero: Michael Murphy’s Enduring Legacy
While Penn State alumnus and Navy SEAL Michael Murphy died tragically and too young in a firefight in Afghanistan, his name now lives on with the May christening of the USS Michael Murphy, one of the Navy's most advanced, state-of-the-art warships. Read more about the latest honor for this American hero and Medal of Honor recipient.
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Two Kick Times Announced for 125th Season
With three months to go until the Nittany Lions kick off their 125th season of football on Sept. 3 against Indiana State, two kick times have been announced, as well as a White Out and Jersey Day.
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Elms Holding Their Own Against Disease
While Penn State continues to battle the two primary diseases threatening the landmark American elm trees on its University Park campus, crews have begun planting new varieties of trees on the Allen Street Mall to replace the elms lost during the past several years.
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