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Maples, oaks, and evergreens line the walk-ways between classroom buildings. A flock of friendly ducks splashes around in our pond. Picnic tables offer a place to unwind between lectures. It’s hard to believe this 105-acre oasis is just a 40-minute drive from downtown Pittsburgh. It’s not just the scenic campus that attracts students. Small class sizes, a close-knit community, award-winning faculty, and access to the Big Ten network are just some of the top reasons students choose to start (or complete) their Penn State education here.

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YOU HAVE GREAT POSSIBILITIES

The way your story unfolds is up to you. We can help you get a Penn State degree that will match your life, expectations, and aspirations.

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HOUSING FOR

212STUDENTS

AVERAGEENROLLMENT

800AVERAGECLASS SIZE

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35MILES FROMDOWNTOWNPITTSBURGH

15MILES FROMPITTSBURGH

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

20+CLUBS AND

CO-CURRICULARACTIVITIES

Lots of Majors, Lots of Options

Through the 2+2 program, you can complete the first two years of

almost all of Penn State’s 160 majors at Penn State Beaver. After two

years, you’ll move on to University Park or another campus of your choice

for the final two years of your program.

OR

You can spend all four years at Beaver, where you can complete one of

the following degree programs:

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ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE

BUSINESS Accounting option Management/Marketing option

COMMUNICATIONS Corporate Communications option Journalism option

INFORMATION SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY Systems Design and Development option Technology Integration and Application option

PROJECT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

PSYCHOLOGY B.A.

PSYCHOLOGY B.S. Business option Science option “

During her final internship presentation at Newark element14 in Chicago, business major Liz Pompe was reminded what it means to be a Penn Stater.

“I introduced myself and said, ‘I go to Penn State Beaver.’ And the company president yelled, ‘WE ARE!’ I responded: ‘PENN STATE!’”

Penn State Beaver prepared Liz on many levels for her marketing internship at the international electronics company. Through her work with THON, the annual dance marathon supporting pediatric cancer research, she learned to effectively manage time, communicate, organize, and delegate, adding to THON’s success. “It’s an incredible feeling to make such an impact,” she says. In the classroom, she learned management and marketing skills, applying them to her internship and beyond.

Liz’s internship assignment was to roll out a new project management system. She was so successful that the Newark element14 hired her to work part-time from home while finishing her degree at Penn State Beaver. And her boss told her: “When you’re ready to look for a full-time job, don’t talk to anyone before you talk to us.”

Liz Pompe, Business

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“IT’S AN INCREDIBLEFEELING TO MAKE

SUCH AN IMPACT.”“”

Basketball is a big part of Tiere Phillps’ life. The Pittsburgh native has been playing since he was in middle school. It’s natural that he’d look for the collegiate “sweet spot”—a place with both an outstanding academic reputation and strong athletics program.

Tiere transferred to Penn State Beaver in 2013 from another Pittsburgh-area university to study administration of justice and join what he calls the “best basketball program in western Pennsylvania.” In his first year, the team placed second in the USCAA National Championship Division II Tournament, finishing the season 22-8.

“Being a student athlete really helps with time management and motivation,” he says. “Plus, you have to make good grades to stay eligible to play,” he adds with a laugh.

The forward has high aspirations, including making the dean’s list and, after graduation, possibly studying for a law degree or a master’s in political science. He’s confident that Penn State Beaver has equipped him to handle the challenges.

His advice for future student athletes? “You have to attack head on. You can’t procrastinate.”

YOUHAVE TO ATTACK

HEAD ON.”

TIERE PHILLIPS, Administration of Justice

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More than Winning

Sure, winning is important, but not more important than good sports-

manship and integrity. As an athlete, you’ll work hard and play hard,

and you’ll develop skills necessary for success after college, like leader-

ship, teamwork, and time management.

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Men’s Baseball

Men’s Basketball

Men’s Soccer

Women’s Basketball

Women’s Soccer

Women’s Softball

Women’s Volleyball

Inline Hockey

Cheerleading

Intramurals and other recreational opportunities are available.

VARSITY SPORTS CLUB SPORTS

Involved Students Are Better Students

With more than 20 clubs and organi-

zations, it’s easy to find something to

do at Penn State Beaver. Get involved

to enhance your major, make new

friends, boost your résumé, and help

the community.

CLUBS

THON, the Penn State Dance Marathon

International Student Association

The ROAR campus newspaper

Campus Crusade for Christ

Blue and White Society

Psychology Club

Business Club

WBVR Radio Station

…and more!

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Penn State graduates were ranked #1 by corporate recruiters in a

recent Wall Street Journal poll. Why? Because our students are educat-

ed, engaged, and experienced. In the classroom, students aren’t review-

ing outdated case studies. They’re solving real-world problems. Outside

the classroom, students can further sharpen their skills by participating

in undergraduate research and internships. Whether you spend two or

four years at Beaver, the outcome will be the same. You will earn a

respected degree and join one of the most powerful alumni bodies in

the world.

Employers Want Penn State Graduates

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Brodie Schultz credits his four internship offers to his two years at Penn State Beaver before moving to University Park to finish his mechanical engineering degree.

He worked on several team projects during his freshman and sophomore years. “That really helped us see what it was like if you were working in industry,” he says. “We had to go out and talk to the community and really use all the skills that we had learned in the classroom.”

The personalized attention he got from his adviser, James Hendrickson, instructor in engineering, also contributed to his success by helping him choose the right path.

“I could talk to my adviser anytime. I could walk into his office and spend half an hour, and that wasn’t a problem,” Brodie says. “It’s sometimes hard to find somebody like that.”

Brodie chose an internship in Ford Motor Company’s Product Development Center in Dearborn, Mich. “They treated me like a regular engineer, not a student. They never made me feel left out.”

Brodie Schultz, Mechanical Engineering

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“I COULD TALKTO MY ADVISERANY TIME.”“

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IF I COULDCHOOSE AGAIN, I WOULD

STILL CHOOSE BEAVER.”

Claire (Wenjiao) Wang knew since high school that she wanted to attend Penn State, but she didn’t know she would have so many options.

The enterprise risk management major from Xi’an, China, had concerns about start-ing at Penn State University Park because of its large size. An admissions counselor explained that through Penn State’s 2+2 program, students can begin their education at a smaller campus before moving on to University Park. Claire decided to start her degree at Penn State Beaver.

She maintains an excellent grade-point average and appreciates working with the faculty. “My professors know my strengths and weaknesses, and help me learn.”

She has joined several organizations, including THON, Lion Ambassadors, and Inter-national Student Association, a group she co-founded—and she’s a resident assistant.

Claire is confident about her decision. “If I could choose again, I would still choose Beaver.”

Claire (Wenjiao) Wang, Enterprise Risk Management

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Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact us at 724-773-3955 in advance of your participation or visit.

The University is committed to equal access to programs, facilities, admission, and employment for all persons. It is the policy of the University to maintain an environment free of harassment and free of discrimination against any person because of age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, physical or mental disability, gender, perceived gender, gender identity, genetic information, or political ideas. Discriminatory conduct and harassment, as well as sexual misconduct and relationship violence, violates the dignity of individuals, impedes the realization of the University’s educational mission, and will not be tolerated. Direct all inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy to Dr. Kenneth Lehrman III, Vice Provost for Affirmative Action, Affirmative Action Office, The Pennsylvania State University, 328 Boucke Building, University Park, PA 16802-5901; Email: kfl2@psu.edu; Tel 814-863-0471.

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