Penn State Great Valley

08/24/2026

Orientation is complete, campus is energized, and a new academic year is underway. Today, we welcome our new and returning students as they begin a new semester of learning, collaboration, and professional growth at Penn State Great Valley. We look forward to supporting their success and wish them a rewarding semester ahead. WE ARE!

08/19/2026

Yesterday, new and returning international students gathered for Penn State Great Valley's annual welcome barbecue, connecting with classmates, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members before the start of the semester. Students enjoyed classic American barbecue favorites, co****le, giant Connect 4, and Berkey Creamery ice cream served by Penn State Great Valley Alumni Society members. As they begin their graduate studies, we're excited to welcome students from China, Ivory Coast, India, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Myanmar, Pakistan, and Peru to the Great Valley community.

08/13/2026

“It took a couple of reads for the news to feel real," said Venkata Sai Renusree Bandaru.

She and Muhammad Faizan Raza said they had to read the emails more than once before it sank in that they had received Penn State’s prestigious Fox Scholar awards, which celebrate graduate students for their exceptional academic achievement, research and professional impact.

"What stuck with me most was how much this reflects the support of the people around me, not just my own effort,” Bandaru said.

Raza said the award “gives me time and intellectual space, two of the most valuable resources a young researcher can receive, to continue developing the ideas that began at Penn State.”

The students plan to use the funds to support their research, attend conferences, and continue growing professionally in their fields of artificial intelligence and data analytics. Congratulations on this award, Renu and Faizan!

08/12/2026

One million degrees. Countless stories. Endless impact.

Are you one of the million? Let us know in the comments if you're a Penn State graduate and tell us what campus and degree you earned. Bonus points if you're a proud Penn State Great Valley alum! 💙🤍

08/10/2026

Our connection to the Greater Philadelphia region helps shape who we are.

Hear from Chancellor Colin Neill about how Penn State Great Valley is helping students build meaningful futures while strengthening the community we proudly serve.

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08/04/2026

Make a difference right here on campus – donate blood and help save lives! Schedule your donation time via the link in the comments.

08/03/2026

"Once everybody has had a chance to speak and feel seen and feel heard, then we can really get into the learning." That philosophy has helped earn Leon Smith the distinction of 2026 National Teacher of the Year.

Penn State Great Valley alumnus Leon Smith, M.Ed. ’05, is being recognized for the extraordinary impact he continues to make on students, fellow educators, and the teaching profession. Leon has built his career around creating inclusive learning environments and helping students feel valued and empowered. He has also credited his Penn State Great Valley education with providing skills that continue to support his work as an educator and leader today.

Read more about his inspiring journey and national recognition at the link in the comments.

Congratulations, Leon, on this well-deserved honor!

07/27/2026

The clock is ticking and time is running out to submit your Alumni Award nominations! ⏰ The deadline to nominate a deserving alumnus/a or friend of the campus is July 31. With several award categories, you have multiple ways to honor individuals who have made an impact on Penn State Great Valley, their profession, or their community:

🏅 Outstanding Alumni Award - Recognizes a Great Valley graduate who has achieved significant success and distinction in their career, field, or community.

🏅 GOLD (Graduate of the Last Decade) Award - Honors a graduate from the past 10 years who has already demonstrated exceptional achievement and influence through their professional or community contributions.

🏅 Honorary Alumni Award - Recognizes individuals who are not Great Valley graduates but whose philanthropic, academic, developmental, or other contributions have strengthened the campus and enhanced its reputation.

Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the people who embody the spirit and impact of the Penn State Great Valley community. Visit the link in the comments to learn more, view past recipients, and submit your nomination.

07/21/2026

Who's making an impact? You tell us.🏅

Nominations are still open for the Penn State Great Valley Alumni Awards, which recognize alumni and friends whose leadership, achievements, service, and dedication have made a meaningful difference in their professions, communities, and the Penn State family.

Whether they're advancing their field, giving back to their community, or strengthening the Great Valley campus, now is the time to celebrate their contributions.

Visit the link in the comments to learn more about the awards, submit a nomination, and meet last year's honorees.

📅 Nominations close July 31.

07/02/2026