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PSU architecture students building the Cherry Hill stage for Pickathon 2025

PSU students bring “The Water Serpent” stage to life at Pickathon

PSU Architecture students designed and built a new, zero-waste performance venue for Pickathon 2025. Inspired by nature and movement, “The Water Serpent” wraps around the Cherry Hill stage, blending artistry, sustainability, and immersive design. After the festival, its materials will be repurposed for local community projects.

PSU anthropology professor Jeremy Spoon sifts soil at a World War II crash site in Germany

PSU professor helps unearth history at WWII crash site in Germany

More than 80 years after a U.S. bomber was shot down in Germany, PSU anthropology research professor Jeremy Spoon is leading an international mission to recover remains, connect with local communities, and honor the fallen. The work blends archaeology, cultural healing, and remembrance to bring closure to families and nations.

Group of high school students and guests seated on stadium-style steps during PSU’s 2025 Summer Business Institute pitch event

Future Business Leaders Shine at PSU’s 2025 Summer Business Institute

This year’s Summer Business Institute at The School of Business at PSU welcomed 31 high school students to campus for a week of immersive learning, mentorship, and innovation. The program culminated in a high-energy pitch competition and celebration showcasing the students’ creativity, teamwork, and entrepreneurial spirit.

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