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2 days ago
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Construction, demolition happening across Penn State's campus. See the projects
Summer is typically a busy time for construction projects on Penn State's University Park campus, but this year, it seems you can't turn a corner without running into scaffolding or fencing. From high-profile projects like the $700 million Beaver Stadium renovation to new and improved classroom spaces, below is a recent look at various under-construction spots on campus. A new $96 million, three-story classroom building is going up near the intersection of Park Avenue and Bigler Road. The 90,000-square-foot building will have large lecture halls, general purpose classrooms with seminar-style and flexible seating, and will be available to any academic college, according to a news release from the university. It's anticipated to be completed in time for the fall 2026 semester. Major work continues at the Sackett Building, part of an overall $89.9 million project and part of the College of Engineering Master Plan. Kunkle Lounge, which connects to the Hammond Building, is also being demolished. Work is expected to continue throughout the year and be completed for fall 2027. Oswald Tower is being demolished following the spring semester opening of the new Susan Welch Liberal Arts Building. Renovations to the Nursing Sciences Building include a 2,700-square-foot expansion on the building's northwest side for a 180-person active-learning, simulation-ready classroom and knowledge commons space. The project was not expected to exceed $28 million, with $10 million coming from philanthropic gifts. Work on the renovations and addition to Osmond Lab started last year. The $115 million project's 48,000-square-foot addition will be a 'high-bay research facility' that supports the physics department, according to a university release. A $21.25 million Jeffrey Field Soccer Complex project includes renovations to the soccer stadium and a new soccer operational facility. Construction began in 2024 and the university is targeting a late 2025 completion date. South of Jeffrey Field, an indoor practice air-supported structure is in the works. The estimated $10 million project will feature artificial turf, sports lighting and surface parking. The most high-profile — and expensive — of Penn State's ongoing construction projects is the Beaver Stadium revitalization. The site has been active since the end of the 2024 football season, with the demolition of the press box in January kicking off the start of more extensive work. Penn State's board of trustees approved up to $700 million in spending on the renovation project last May. In a May 15 video update on the Penn State Athletics website, Associate Director of Development Michael Mauti explained that micropiling, a deep foundation technique using small-diameter, drilled and grouted piles with steel reinforcement to support or stabilize structures, has started on the west side. Temporary seating will be installed there for this football season. A $3.9 million roofing project is underway at Thompson Hall. The project will replace the existing slate roof system. The Labor Department's Occupational Safety and Health Administration is investigating after an employee working on the project was injured after a May 27 fall. Updates to Ritner and Wolf residence halls are first up in Penn State's plan to renovate all nine Pollock residence halls. The $92.1 million plan aims to completely renew the 1960 residence halls with new amenities such as air conditioning and private bathrooms.
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3 days ago
- Entertainment
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Only 91k Season Ticket Holders Strong Until Penn State Football
The long-coveted number of Penn State football season ticket holders was finally revealed by Pat Kraft in 2022. At a random Coaches Show radio appearance at The Field, he let the number fly: 91,754. Perhaps this number has fluctuated since then (2022 was three years ago?), and it will certainly fluctuate with the upcoming Beaver Stadium renovations, but that's the most accurate figure we have. Kraft said, at the time, that it was the most in the country. I'll buy that. Advertisement Even with the renovations, Penn State plans to keep the stadium's seating arrangements pretty close to its official 106,572 capacity in 2025. Only 91 days until 100k+ fans pile into Happy Valley for Penn State's season opener against Nevada! More from
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17-05-2025
- Automotive
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Portion of Curtin Road on Penn State campus closed until early July
A portion of Curtin Road, near Penn State's Beaver Stadium, will remain closed until early July due to the nearby stadium construction. Curtin Road, between University Drive and Porter Road, has both lanes closed off to traffic until July 2, according to signs in the area and a spokesperson with Penn State Athletics. However, motorists discovered Friday that Curtin Road was shut down only between University Drive and Commuter Drive, about half the length of the intended closure. It wasn't immediately clear when the full closure would take effect. Regardless, construction on or around Curtin Road over the summer is nothing new for residents and Penn State students. Motorists are able to get around the closure by using Dauer Drive or East Park Avenue, and that section of Curtin Road will reopen in time for State College's Central PA 4th Fest, the annual July 4 celebration around Beaver Stadium and Medlar Field. A map for the celebration shows food vendors lined up along Curtin Road, between Commuter Drive and Porter Road, along with offerings of 'free hot dogs' and 'free cake.' The road closure is a product of the roughly $700 million renovation project on Beaver Stadium that began last year. Construction is expected to be finished before the 2027 season and will focus on transforming the west side of the stadium, adding new amenities, upgrading restrooms, increasing premium seating, etc. The stadium will remain operational during construction, with some temporary bleacher seats installed on the west side.
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07-05-2025
- Sport
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The 2025 Penn State football schedule: Path to the College Football Playoff?
Penn State football is preparing for its most anticipated, highly regarded season yet under head coach James Franklin. The Nittany Lions, who return a dozen starters from last year's College Football Playoff semifinal team, are expected to land in most national top-five preseason polls. Advertisement Some are even predicting them to win their first national championship in 39 years. Penn State will be led, on offense, by All-America candidates at quarterback, running back and along the line, to go with a rebuilt receiver room. On defense, they feature stars on each level, including potentially the top cornerback room in the nation. The Lions will begin the season as heavy favorites in three non-conference games and play five of their first six in Beaver Stadium. They may well not even play a ranked opponent at home after September. Here's the Penn State schedule for the 2025 season: Penn State head football coach James Franklin reacts to something on the sideline during the Blue-White game at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in State College. The White team defeated the Blue team, 10-8. 2025 Penn State football schedule Nevada at Penn State, Aug. 30 Florida International at Penn State, Sept. 6 Villanova at Penn State, Sept. 13 Off, Sept. 20 Oregon at Penn State, Sept. 20 Penn State at UCLA, Oct. 4 Northwestern at Penn State, Oct. 11 Penn State at Iowa, Oct. 18 Off, Oct. 25 Penn State at Ohio State, Nov. 1 Indiana at Penn State, Nov. 8 Penn State at Michigan State, Nov. 15 Nebraska at Penn State, Nov. 22 Penn State at Rutgers, Nov. 29 Big Ten Championship Game, Dec. 6 (Indianapolis) College Football Playoff, first round, Dec. 19-20 Frank Bodani covers Penn State football for the York Daily Record and USA Today Network. Contact him at fbodani@ and follow him on X, formerly known as Twitter, @YDRPennState. This article originally appeared on York Daily Record: Penn State football schedule 2025: path to college football playoff
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18-04-2025
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Man allegedly distracted victims during Lancaster County burglary
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– Police arrested a man who was allegedly involved in a burglary where multiple guns were stolen in Lancaster County earlier this month. According to the Manheim Township Police Department, officers responded to the 1200 block of Belle Meade Drive on April 2 for a reported burglary. The victim told police that a man, identified as Christo Belony, 21, had come to their door asking for directions and requesting to connect to the Wi-Fi. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now After Belony left the scene, the victim discovered the side garage door, and the interior door leading to the basement of the residence had been opened. Police said the victim reported that two firearms worth $1,450 were stolen. Police allege Belony distracted the victim long enough for their accomplice to steal the weapons. Penn State auctioning off Beaver Stadium memorabilia Police said that officers on the scene saw a black vehicle traveling toward the residence before it slowed down and made a U-turn. Officers pursued the vehicle, which sped up and fled the scene. Later that night, police located the same vehicle pulling out of a McDonald's. Police said officers followed the vehicle to a Sheetz, where they observed Belony exiting the vehicle. Belony was taken into custody, where police say he admitted to distracting the victims while the firearms were stolen. Belony is facing burglary and theft charges. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
