Faculty Unionization Efforts at Penn State and Trends in Higher Education
HappyValleyIndustry.com continues to track fast-moving changes in federal mandates, higher education funding challenges, and their potential impact on the Penn State region. Faculty unionization has become a major topic nationwide, with significant developments at universities in Pennsylvania and the Big Ten. Penn State remains the only state-related university in Pennsylvania without a faculty union.
The Future of Penn State: Rapid Changes, Big Bets, and What to Watch
Penn State is evolving at a pace faster than ever before. From massive financial investments to privatization, NIL and direct payments, and enrollment shifts, major decisions are reshaping the university.
Penn State and NIH Funding Cuts: What You Need to Know
The abrupt change represents “a nuclear bomb on university budgets,” says Morgan Polikoff, an education researcher at the University of Southern California. “I mean, listen, it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure this out. They’re just trying to hurt universities.”
Understanding Trump’s Actions and Policies and “Where the Puck is Going”
As the Trump administration moves forward with its agenda, several key policy changes and actions are poised to significantly affect higher education. Here’s a detailed breakdown to help clarify the steps being implemented and those proposed for the future:
Will Penn State Follow Another Big 10 School’s Lead in Innovating the Future of Higher Ed?
As we look ahead to potential shifts in education policy under the Trump administration, Penn State stands at a pivotal crossroads. With the proposed abolishment of the Department of Education and shifts in funding priorities, it is crucial for both the university and local businesses in State College, PA, to remain agile and proactive.
Penn State “All In” on Big Time Football
Jim Knowles, architect of OSU’s championship defense, spurned offers to remain in Columbus or depart for Oklahoma to instead become the new defensive coordinator at Penn State.
Is private equity eyeing Penn State football? Exploring a $3+ billion opportunity
By Greg Woodman Earlier this year, an ESPN article asked a provocative question: “As college sports face more change, is private equity money coming in?” The sweeping disruptions occurring in college athletics—shifts in player compensation, NIL deals, and skyrocketing media rights—have opened the door for new ideas and, potentially, new investors. Private equity firms, constantly […]
Penn State’s big investment in new sports facilities is an investment in the Happy Valley economy
By Holly Riddle According to the Happy Valley Sports and Entertainment Alliance, “In the aggregate, sports events and associated activity generate an annual economic impact of $417 million within Centre County, supporting 4,315 jobs with $133 million in employee compensation. Impacts of this economic activity within Pennsylvania are $467 million.” The Alliance also noted that, […]
Get up close and personal with the Materials Research Institute’s latest endeavors
Penn State’s 2024 Materials Day is coming up! Materials Day is an event that connects Penn State talent with companies and shares Penn State’s latest research and discovery with industry, government and service partners. The event is designed to share Penn State’s vast materials research knowledge and infrastructure with industrial and government research and […]
