Topics: Sustainability

Natasha Renee Burse, a graduate student at Penn State College of Medicine, lifts weights at the University Fitness Center.

Running the race – how breast cancer shaped student’s research career in behavioral medicine, minority health

Jan 29, 2021

Natasha Renee Burse is not a stranger to competition. She went from sprinting to the finish line of races as a Division I track and field athlete to striving to […]

First-year College of Medicine medical student Marc Levine stands in front of a window at night wearing a Penn State T-shirt and Santa cap. He is giving the thumbs up and smiling. He has a face mask hanging from his neck and is holding a large bag with many face masks inside.

Pawsitivity: College of Medicine student uses 3D printers to create masks for homeless people

Jan 20, 2021

A medical student at Penn State College of Medicine teamed up with his brothers to produce 1,000 face masks for homeless people using 3D printers.

A statue depicting the mascot of Penn State University, the Nittany Lion, surrounded by bushes.

Sixth annual addiction symposium highlights dual pandemics in Pa

Jan 14, 2021

The sixth annual Penn State Addiction Symposium will highlight substance use research, treatment, education and community engagement from all Penn State campuses.

An image shows pens, markers, highlighters and pencils lined up neatly against a plain background.

Pen and marker recycling available at Hershey Medical Center, College of Medicine

Jan 10, 2021

A "Pen Plus" pen and marker collection program has launched at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine in an effort to reduce the number of pens, markers, highlighters and mechanical pencils that end up in landfills.

A screenshot from a Zoom webinar shows the faces of five people - four women and one nonbinary person - from their video.

Harrell Library hosts virtual READ Awards using Zoom

Nov 30, 2020

See the 2020 Harrell Health Sciences Library: Research and Learning Commons READ awardees for 2020-2021. The award recognizes individuals from Penn State College of Medicine and Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center community who are strong library supporters and have assisted in advancing the mission of the library.

The Penn State College of Medicine Crescent facade is seen at 500 University Drive in Hershey, PA, framed by grass below and a blue sky with clouds above. In front of the building to the right, two flagpoles can be seen displaying the American and Pennsylvania flags.

Penn State College of Medicine honored for commitment to diversity

Nov 24, 2020

INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine has recognized Penn State College of Medicine with a national award for its commitment to diversity and inclusion.

A poster for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals shows 17 squares, each with one of the goals listed and an icon. The goals are No Poverty; Zero Hunger; Good Health and Well-Being; Quality Education; Gender Equality; Clean Water and Sanitation; Affordable and Clean Energy; Decent Work and Economic Growth; Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure; Reduced Inequalities; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Responsible Consumption an Production; Climate Action; Life Below Water; Life on Land; Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions; and Partnership for the Goals.

Studio for Sustainability and Social Action seeks submissions for symposium

Nov 22, 2020

Penn State Studio for Sustainability and Social Action invites proposals for its inaugural symposium and exhibition, to take place virtually April 22 to 24, 2021.

Native American teen-aged girl wears a face mask and a beaded necklace. Standing behind her are three other people wearing face masks near a building.

College of Medicine wants to expand health care opportunities for Native Americans

Nov 17, 2020

Only 0.4% of U.S. physicians and .03% of certified physician assistants are Native American or Native Alaskan. The College of Medicine wants to help change that.

Penn State College of Medicine's Nittany lion statue is seen in a courtyard in the spring.

Resident organization collecting items for women’s and non-binary individuals’ shelter

Nov 16, 2020

The resident chapter of Penn State College of Medicine's Gold Humanism Honor Society is collecting donated items for the Winter Overnight Shelter for Women and Non-Binary Individuals in Harrisburg.

Penn State College of Medicine's Nittany Lion mascot is seen draped with rainbow flags.

Nursing researchers examine inclusivity for sexual and gender minorities in a health care setting

Nov 7, 2020

Researchers from the College of Nursing are working to advance health outcomes in sexual and gender minority individuals, who face disparities in access to care compared to heterosexual and cisgender individuals.

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