Penn State Harrisburg Alumni and Friends

10/26/2026

💙🤍 Once a Nittany Lion, always a Nittany Lion! 🦁

Hear from Penn State Harrisburg alumnus Dave Sunday, Class of 2002, as he shares how his time at the college helped shape his career.

As we celebrate 60 years of Penn State Harrisburg, we’re proud to highlight the alumni who continue to make an impact! 💙🤍

10/15/2026

Penn State Harrisburg alumni John Tierney ’89 and Matt Tunnell ’00 are the owners of Lift Development, with several well-known businesses in the region, including Nittany Place student housing, Midtown Cinema, and Zeroday Brewing.

In this alumni spotlight, John and Matt reflect on their Penn State Harrisburg experience and the important role the campus continues to play in the region.

“I wouldn’t be where I am today without it,” Tierney shares.

We’re proud to celebrate alumni like John and Matt who continue to make an impact in the communities they call home.

10/12/2026

It was a special day at Penn State Harrisburg as Joe and Barbara Murphy had the opportunity to meet their scholarship recipient, Riley Sloat, an upcoming graduate earning a degree in Sociology!

We are grateful to Joe and Barb for their generosity and commitment to supporting students as they pursue their educational goals. Their scholarship is a wonderful example of how philanthropy makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and helps create opportunities for future graduates.

Thank you, Joe and Barb, for your continued support of Penn State Harrisburg and for investing in Riley’s future. We wish Riley all the best as she prepares for graduation and the exciting opportunities ahead!

10/05/2026

Today we are kicking off Penn State Harrisburg Athletics second annual Week of Giving! We are asking our alumni, friends, and supporters to show your pride in our student-athletes by making a gift to this campaign.

Your support makes a positive impact in the lives of our student-athletes. Whether you cheer from the stands, follow the teams from afar, or simply believe in the value of Penn State Harrisburg Athletics, your support matters.

Join me and make a gift to Penn State Harrisburg Athletics

10/02/2026

Meet the Office of Development & Alumni Relations! 🦁💙🤍

You know the theme song… now meet the people behind the scenes! 😊

We may not be Dunder Mifflin, but we have our own cast of characters, plenty of laughs, and a shared passion for Penn State Harrisburg and the students, alumni, and friends who make our campus so special!

Get to know our team and see who’s in office! 💙🤍

10/01/2026

We’re proud to celebrate this recognition of Penn State Harrisburg! 🦁💙

Penn State Harrisburg has been recognized among the Top Public Schools in the North in the latest U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” rankings, placing in the top 50 among public schools in the North.

This recognition reflects the dedication of our faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends—and the commitment to providing an education that combines academic excellence, innovative research and real-world experiences.

As Chancellor and Dean David Callejo Pérez shared, “Our goal is not simply to prepare students for the careers of today, but to equip them with the knowledge, creativity and adaptability to shape what comes next.”

We’re grateful to everyone who has helped make Penn State Harrisburg what it is today and excited for all that lies ahead. 💙🤍

Read more about this recognition and what it means for Penn State Harrisburg: https://harrisburg.psu.edu/story/59896/2026/09/28/us-news-ranks-harrisburg-among-top-public-universities-north?utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo0e0kv67a&fbclid=IwY2xjawUrcL5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5T2RiF-ro4KX2IPFKo_aBevzwhqvD2UMkZ0pdNm5BZ5bGbPmE2obaeCo7JQA_aem_LVDShL2MlvpF2fMQEZHWfA

Penn State Harrisburg has earned recognition among the Top Public Schools in the North in the latest U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” rankings, reinforcing the college’s position as a leading college serving Pennsylvania’s Capital Region and beyond.

09/29/2026

What better way to celebrate our incredible alumni than by hearing their words of wisdom? 💙🦁

Earlier this month, we had the honor of celebrating our 2026 Alumni Award recipients and recognizing the impact they’ve made in their professions, communities and beyond.

As part of the celebration, we asked our award winners to share a little advice for the next generation of Penn State Harrisburg students and alumni. Their words are a reminder that the lessons we learn at Penn State can stay with us long after graduation.

🎥 Take a moment to hear some words of wisdom from this year’s honorees—and celebrate the remarkable members of our Penn State Harrisburg family!

We are proud to call you our alumni. Congratulations to all of our 2026 Alumni Award recipients! 🦁💙

09/28/2026

There’s something special about seeing the impact of philanthropy come full circle. 💙🦁

Last week, John and Susan Lucey visited Penn State Harrisburg to meet the students who are benefiting from their generosity through the Lucey Scholarship.

They had the opportunity to connect with their scholarship recipients and hear about their experiences and goals at Penn State Harrisburg. Dr. Chen, professor of Environmental Engineering, also joined the conversation.

We are grateful to the Luceys for investing in our students and helping make their Penn State Harrisburg experience possible. Thank you for being part of our Lion community! 🦁💙

09/25/2026

Missed our 60th Anniversary Celebration? 🦁💙 Relive some of the unforgettable moments from this special day at Penn State Harrisburg!

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make our 60th Anniversary Celebration one to remember. Here’s to 60 years of Penn State Harrisburg — and to all that’s ahead! 🦁💙