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Happy Fall Semester, Penn Staters! #PSNK #PennState (at Penn State New Kensington) https://www.instagram.com/p/ChkTjilgw1o/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Welcoming our newest Penn Staters to New Kensington! #OnMyWayToPSNK #PennState (at Penn State New Kensington) https://www.instagram.com/p/ChaRWlPOz9e/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Come Spend a Summer Day at #PSNK this Friday, July 29! Join the Office of Admissions and Student Aid for a fun afternoon learning about the New Kensington campus, academic programs, out-of-classroom activities and more! Register today at: https://bit.ly/SASDatNK #PennState #CollegeTour #CollegeVisit #College (at Penn State New Kensington) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgcAqh3OHpe/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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On March 18, the @psnksuccesscenter hosted the 9th Annual Leader Launch professional development and networking conference. This year, the conference was held at @kneadcommunitycafe’s Banquet on Barnes hall and featured a keynote speech by Alanna Colvin of PennTAP, a young alumni panel and a chance to learn about the opportunities in and with the City of New Kensington with Tom Guzzo, mayor and Penn State alumnus! See the photo gallery from the event over on our Facebook page (@pennstatenewkensington)! #PennState #WeAreACommunityNK #CareerDevelopment #JimShields #ProfessionalDevelopment #NewKensington (at New Kensington, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/CbX_Tc5OTKG/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Calling all artists! �� #PSNK is announcing a call for artists to participate in an art submission for consideration for auction at the 4th annual "Off the Wall pARTy" in June! Artists selected to donate work will receive two tickets to the event, as well as special promotion at the auction and an opportunity to host a pop-up booth at the event to display and sell artwork. Get all the details at newkensington.psu.edu/wall-party. #Art #Artists #Pittsburgh #PittsburghArt #pittsburghartist #PittsburghArtists #PghArt #PghArtist #CallForArt #CallForArtists https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca48JpHOH34/?utm_medium=tumblr

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If you have taken a chemistry class at #PSNK, you may just have been taught by one of the University's newest Distinguished Professors, Dr. Robert Mathers! Join us in congratulating Dr. Mathers on his most recent recognition, and read more at newkensington.psu.edu. #PennState #Chemistry #facultyachievement #distinguishedprofessor https://www.instagram.com/p/CaPnNaAuKXM/?utm_medium=tumblr

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We ❤️ our Penn Staters! Since it's Valentine's Day, we're looking back on a some of our favorite stories from #PSNK couples! 🍕 From Pizza to Proposal: Alumni couple returns to #PSNK for surprise engagement - https://bit.ly/PizzaToProposal 🐾 That's amore! New Kensington alumni couple shares Penn State love story - https://bit.ly/NKAlumniCouple #PennState #ValentinesDay https://www.instagram.com/p/CZ-JS3aJlOm/?utm_medium=tumblr

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01PSU AlertNK: Update: On-campus work/activities Fri. Feb. 4 now canceled until 3p.m. All Friday classes canceled. Staff to work remotely until 5 p.m. Essential employees report as scheduled. (This update extends the previous cancelation originally announced to end at noon.) Late-afternoon and evening athletics practices may still be scheduled. Student-athletes should contact a team's coach. Sign up for timely alerts and updates at https://psualert.psu.edu/psualert. #PSNK #PennState https://www.instagram.com/p/CZjrGtQu8QE/?utm_medium=tumblr

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New Kensington on-campus work/classes/activities canceled starting Thurs., Feb. 3 at 1 p.m. through Fri., Feb. 4 at noon. Staff remote. Essential employees report as scheduled. newkensington.psu.edu for updates. https://www.instagram.com/p/CZhOaFTuBMa/?utm_medium=tumblr

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"...we must constantly realize that the time is always right to do right." - Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 21, 1965 during a speech at Penn State. Just a few weeks after being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work against racial inequality, Martin Luther King Jr. addressed a crowd at Penn State's University Park campus in 1965. Read the full text of his speech and learn more by visiting: psu.edu/news/campus-life/story/martin-luther-king-jr-rec-hall-jan-21-1965. Photo: Penn State University Archives #PennState https://www.instagram.com/psnkadmissions/p/CY1tYIQOZqQ/?utm_medium=tumblr

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As we start the semester and also continue into the winter season, #PSNK students, faculty and staff are reminded to make sure they’re signed up to receive PSU alerts. PSUalert is the University's notification system for campus closures, emergencies or other urgent information. Those signed up are the first to receive information about any changes to schedules or facilities impacted by weather or other factors. Learn more and sign up at psualert.psu.edu, and be sure to select the New Kensington campus! #PennState https://www.instagram.com/p/CYtrDcQuYK-/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Happy spring semester! As the new semester begins, #PSNK students, faculty and staff are reminded to regularly check the University’s coronavirus information site, virusinfo.psu.edu, to find information including: 😷 indoor masking requirements for all University buildings; 🩺 current health guidelines including testing resources and what to do if you feel sick; 💉 how to upload your COVID-19 vaccine status or find a vaccine and booster provider; 💻 and other helpful resources. #PennState https://www.instagram.com/p/CYjT7SyulYw/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Tomorrow, we celebrate the Class of 2021 through the fall commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. in the Forum Theatre. Details, including a livestream link, can be found at newkensington.psu.edu/graduation. #WeAre #PennState #PSNK #PSUgrad (at Penn State New Kensington) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXl97BxpDcK/?utm_medium=tumblr

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It's a #WeAre Wednesday as we recognize #PSNK's @pennstatepolice for leading the third annual Cram the Cruiser donation event on campus recently! Our University Police and Public Safety collected items from students, faculty, staff and community members that were then crammed into their cruiser for Westmoreland County and local human service organizations such as the Alle-Kiski HOPE Center. A roaring thanks to all who donated and made a difference through this giving opportunity! 🐾 #PennState (at Penn State New Kensington) https://www.instagram.com/psnkadmissions/p/CXhHIHApl6A/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Hey #PSNK! Have you signed up to receive PSU alerts? PSUalert is the University's notification system for campus closures, emergencies or other urgent information. As we head into the winter months, you'll want to make sure you're first to receive information about any changes to schedules or facilities impacted by weather or other factors. Learn more and sign up if you haven't already at psualert.psu.edu, and be sure to select the New Kensington campus! #PennState https://www.instagram.com/p/CXLydACujei/?utm_medium=tumblr

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If we had an award for Most School Holiday Spirit, it may just go to our #PSNK Director of Student Affairs, JW! In case you didn’t know, he has a pretty extensive collection of holiday sweaters, and he’s wearing one every day until the end of the semester-so be sure to check out his “sweater of the day” when you’re on campus! 🐾 #PennState #SchoolSpirit (at Penn State New Kensington) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXJZ6H6uNgJ/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Tomorrow, Dec. 2! Help #PSNK's University Police and Public Safety cram their cruisers with toys and supplies to support various human services organizations in Westmoreland County. New, unwrapped items being collected: -Toys (Legos, blocks, board games, craft kits) -Pajamas/Slippers -Hats/Socks/Gloves/Scarves -Art Supplies (coloring books, crayons) -Towels -Personal Care Items (shampoo, soaps, feminine products, etc.) -Diapers/Wipes -Bottles/Pacifiers/Bibs The main event, where community members can also drop off items, will be Dec. 2 outside at the campus' main entrance by the fountain from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. #PennState (at Penn State New Kensington) https://www.instagram.com/p/CW86JtyJwiO/?utm_medium=tumblr