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Harrisburg University Hosts National Game Day for Extra Life Hershey

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-11-08-harrisburg-university-hosts-national-game-day-extra-life-hershey/

HARRISBURG, PA – The Student Union at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) transformed this past weekend into a hub...

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Harrisburg University Selected for FAA Training Program

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-11-06-harrisburg-university-selected-for-faa-training-program/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) is pleased to announce that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has...

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Harrisburg University Shares Message from Interim President, David Schankweiler

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-11-05-harrisburg-university-shares-message-from-interim-president-david-schankweiler/

HARRISBURG, PA – David Schankweiler was recently named the Interim President at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) and accordingly,...

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HU Partners with PSAYDN at The Center for Schools and Communities to Bring Immersive Learning to Afterschool Programs

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-11-04-psaydn-center-for-schools-and-communities-vr-xr-after-school-programs/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) has partnered with the Pennsylvania Statewide Afterschool Youth Development Network (PSAYDN)...

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Harrisburg University Announces Leadership Transition

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/harrisburg-university-announces-leadership-transition/

HARRISBURG, PA — Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) President, Dr. Eric D. Darr, today announced his resignation. Former...

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Harrisburg University Research Roundup: October 2024

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-31-harrisburg-university-research-roundup-october-2024/

HARRISBURG, PA – Welcome to your October 2024 Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) Research Roundup! Our talented faculty and...

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Protecting Our Communities: Cybersecurity Awareness Month at Harrisburg University

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-29-cybersecurity-awareness-month-harrisburg-university/

HARRISBURG, PA – Did you know that October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month? This observance began in 2004 thanks to a partnership...

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Remembering a Harrisburg University Founder and Philanthropist, Rocco (“Rocky”) Ortenzio

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-28-remembering-rocco-ortenzio/

HARRISBURG, PA – The Harrisburg University community is mourning the passing of Rocco (“Rocky”) Ortenzio. Ortenzio was a healthcare trailblazer and...

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Student Spotlight: Joseph DeLaPlaine ’26

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-25-student-spotlight-joseph-delaplaine-26/

HARRISBURG, PA – At Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU), students take center stage. Each month, our Student Spotlight will...

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Four Visiting High Schools Make the First ADMA Day a Resounding Success

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-22-harrisburg-university-hosts-high-school-students-first-adma-day/

HARRISBURG, PA – On Friday, October 18, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) hosted area high school students for the...

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STEM-UP Network Hosts NextGen Women in STEM Summit

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-17-stem-up-hosts-nextgen-women-in-stem-summit/

HARRISBURG, PA – After a year of planning, STEM-UP Network, with support from Harrisburg University of Science and Technology and York...

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HU Signs Agreement to Provide Tuition Discounts for Employees of the PA Department of the Auditor General and Dependents

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-16-hu-signs-tuition-discount-agreement-with-pa-auditor-general/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) has signed an agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of the Auditor General (AG)...

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Student Spotlight: Faith Tobore Edafetanure-Ibeh ’26

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-15-student-spotlight-faith-tobore-edafetanure-ibeh-26/

HARRISBURG, PA – At Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU), students take center stage. Each month, our Student Spotlight will...

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WellSpan vs. UnitedHealthcare: Dr. Michael Seavers Explains the Impact

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-15-wellspan-vs-unitedhealthcare-michael-seavers-explains/

HARRISBURG, PA – UnitedHealthcare is the largest health insurance company in the United States. It insures more than 1 million people in Pennsylvania...

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Dr. Bruce Young Addresses Cyberattack on America’s Largest Water Utility with FOX43

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-14-bruce-young-american-water-cyberattack-cybersecurity-awareness-month/

HARRISBURG, PA – On Thursday, October 3, 2024, American Water learned of “unauthorized activity” carried out against its computer systems and networks. The...

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Harrisburg University Signs Transfer Agreement with Central Penn College PTA Program

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-11-hu-signs-transfer-agreement-with-central-penn-college-pta-program/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) has finalized an articulation agreement with Central Penn College to create a seamless...

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Award-Winning Naqi Logix Profiled in Inc. Magazine

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-09-naqi-logix-profiled-in-inc-magazine/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) is home to the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, better known as...

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HU Signs Agreement to Provide Tuition Discounts for Employees of the PA State Senate and Dependents

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-08-harrisburg-university-pa-state-senate-tuition-discount-agreement/

HARRISBURG, PA – Building on its efforts to make STEM education accessible and affordable throughout the state of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg University of...

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Data Confirm Harrisburg University Continues to Be an Affordable Option for PA Students

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-07-harrisburg-university-continues-to-be-an-affordable-option/

HARRISBURG, PA – Access to education is one of the critical issues of our time. Education serves as a foundation for...

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Faculty Friday: Meet Doctor of Physical Therapy LaVonne Couch, PT, DPT, Ed.D.

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-04-faculty-friday-lavonne-couch/

HARRISBURG, PA – Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) is pleased to welcome LaVonne Couch, PT, DPT, Ed.D., Associate Professor and...

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Stories From J-DAMMIT 2024

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-02-stories-from-j-dammit-2024/

HARRISBURG, PA – In September, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) once again hosted the Joint Defense Advanced Manufacturing Meeting for...

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HUE Invitational 2024 – That’s a Wrap!

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-10-01-harrisburg-university-esports-invitational-2024/

HARRISBURG, PA – On Friday, September 20, 2024, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) transformed from a college campus to...

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Dr. Kevin Purcell Joins Good Day PA! to Talk America’s Best Colleges and HU’s Upcoming Open House

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-09-30-kevin-purcell-best-colleges-in-america-good-day-pa/

HARRISBURG, PA – In August, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) announced the appointment of Kevin Purcell, PhD, as its new provost...

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Harrisburg University Research Roundup: September 2024

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-09-27-harrisburg-university-research-roundup-september/

HARRISBURG, PA – Welcome to your September 2024 Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) Research Roundup! Our talented faculty have...

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It Was a Great Night to Celebrate HU at the TCCP Women in Technology Awards

www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2024-09-26-tccp-women-in-technology-awards/

HARRISBURG, PA – The Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania (TCCP) held its ceremony for the eighth annual Women in Tech Awards on September...