Penn State University Libraries recognized 12 outstanding faculty and staff April 11, from among its more than 500 employees. Faye Chadwell, dean of University Libraries and Scholarly Communications, presided over an awards ceremony to continue a tradition of recognizing employees that spans at least 50 years.
Penn State University Libraries’ 2024 employee award recipients are (top row from left): Sneha Susan Kallinkal, Lori Lysiak, Andrew Marshall, Deb Martin; (bottom row) Brett Spencer, Ruth Kitchin Tillman, Leigh Tinik and members of the Rankism Solutions Community of Practice (top row Jon Wallace, Teresa Slobuski; middle row Linda Sanchez, Jackie Dillon-Fast; bottom row Dawn Amsberry, Meg Massey).
As Fallah "Francis" Bockarie prepares to graduate on May 4, he reflects on his time as a student at Penn State Brandywine and the unique experiences he had.
One-hundred thirty graduates received their bachelor’s degrees at Penn State Brandywine’s spring 2024 commencement ceremony on May 4 in the campus gymnasium. An additional four students were awarded associate degrees. Brandywine Chancellor Marilyn J. Wells commended the graduates for their persistence that led to the milestone occasion.
Jessica James, a three-sport student-athlete at Penn State Brandywine, earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology. She is also a member of the Army National Guard.