Pennsylvania State University

Minitab Announces Keynote Speaker for the Minitab Global Insights Conference 2019

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Wednesday, July 31, 2019
Pennsylvania State University, Minitab, Quality, State College, Pennsylvania

STATE COLLEGE, Pa., July 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Minitab, the leader in smart data analysis software and provider of expert statistical services, announced that Dr. James L. Rosenberger, Director, National Institute of Statistical Sciences and Professor Emeritus of Statistics at Penn State University will be the keynote speaker at the Minitab Global Insights Conference 2019.

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  • STATE COLLEGE, Pa., July 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Minitab, the leader in smart data analysis software and provider of expert statistical services, announced that Dr. James L. Rosenberger, Director, National Institute of Statistical Sciences and Professor Emeritus of Statistics at Penn State University will be the keynote speaker at the Minitab Global Insights Conference 2019.
  • The fourth annual Minitab Global Insights Conference will continue the tradition of engaging speakers, hands-on training with Minitab experts and opportunities to share your knowledge and learn from others.
  • There will also be networking opportunities with colleagues and peers and access to Minitab experts and thought leaders.
  • Once again, Minitab will host its User-Centered Design Studio, providing the opportunity to meet with Minitab software designers and test-drive the newest software.

Penn State College of Education Partners with Vosaic to Help Prepare Special Education Teacher Candidates for the Real World

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Tuesday, July 2, 2019
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LINCOLN, Neb., July 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Penn State College of Education has partnered with Vosaic to help special education teacher candidates create a direct link between methods coursework and student field experiences using video.

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  • LINCOLN, Neb., July 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Penn State College of Education has partnered with Vosaic to help special education teacher candidates create a direct link between methods coursework and student field experiences using video.
  • "Our students use Vosaic's iPhone and iPad app to easily analyze and share videos of their field practice with their professors," said Dr. Kathleen M. McKinnon, Associate Professor of Education (Special Education) at Penn State College of Education.
  • "Professors can then watch videos and provide highly specific feedback to their students from anywhere."
  • Penn State College of Education was a long time user of Vosaic's Studiocode software but has transitioned to Vosaic's cloud-based product after Studiocode was discontinued.

Minitab Launches New Companion by Minitab® 5.3

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Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Minitab, Pennsylvania State University, Quality

Companion by Minitab is the market-leading software to help track and manage continuous improvement projects securely, centrally and globally.

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  • Companion by Minitab is the market-leading software to help track and manage continuous improvement projects securely, centrally and globally.
  • Jeffrey T. Slovin, Chief Executive Officer of Minitab, LLC said: "Companion by Minitab is a powerful toolkit and project management software for everyone on their continuous improvement journey.
  • By helping customers manage continuous improvement efforts easier, Companion by Minitab can help implement projects faster and increase their effectiveness."
  • One of the key features for Companion by Minitab 5.3 is its ability to integrate with newly launched Minitab 19 Statistical Software.

Minitab Launches New Minitab® 19 Statistical Software

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Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Articles, Minitab, Pennsylvania State University, Quality, Economy, Data analysis, Analytics

STATE COLLEGE, Pa., June 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Minitab, LLC, the leader in smart data analysis software and provider of expert statistical services, announced the launch of Minitab 19 Statistical Software, a better, faster and easier solution for executives, professionals, educators and students.

Key Points: 
  • STATE COLLEGE, Pa., June 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Minitab, LLC, the leader in smart data analysis software and provider of expert statistical services, announced the launch of Minitab 19 Statistical Software, a better, faster and easier solution for executives, professionals, educators and students.
  • Minitab 19 Statistical Software delivers statistical analysis, visualizations, predictive and improvement analytics to enable data-driven decision making.
  • Regardless of statistical background, Minitab empowers organizations through easy to use software, using an intuitive user interface, clicks not code, the Minitab assistant and its global support network of expert statisticians.
  • Minitab 19 Statistical Software also has a new, crisp clean interface making the software easier to use.

Minitab Launches New Minitab® 19 Statistical Software

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Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Articles, Minitab, Pennsylvania State University, Quality, Economy, Data analysis, Analytics

STATE COLLEGE, Pennsylvania, June 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Minitab, LLC, the leader in smart data analysis software and provider of expert statistical services, announced the launch of Minitab 19 Statistical Software, a better, faster and easier solution for executives, professionals, educators and students.

Key Points: 
  • STATE COLLEGE, Pennsylvania, June 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Minitab, LLC, the leader in smart data analysis software and provider of expert statistical services, announced the launch of Minitab 19 Statistical Software, a better, faster and easier solution for executives, professionals, educators and students.
  • Minitab 19 Statistical Software delivers statistical analysis, visualizations, predictive and improvement analytics to enable data-driven decision making.
  • Regardless of statistical background, Minitab empowers organizations through easy to use software, using an intuitive user interface, clicks not code, the Minitab assistant and its global support network of expert statisticians.
  • Minitab 19 Statistical Software also has a new, crisp clean interface making the software easier to use.

Statement Of Attorney Thomas R. Kline On Behalf Of The Parents Of Hazing Victim Timothy J. Piazza

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Wednesday, April 3, 2019
Rites of passage, Human behavior, Articles, Hazing, Beta Theta Pi, Death of Tim Piazza, Pennsylvania State University, Social issues, Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, Thomas R. Kline

BELLEFONTE, Pa., April 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Thomas R. Kline, of Kline & Specter, P.C., attorney for Jim and Evelyn Piazza, said, "Todaywas a significant step forward in the long road to justice for the parents of Tim Piazzawith the sentencing of three individuals to incarceration for admitted conspiracy to haze their son."

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  • BELLEFONTE, Pa., April 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Thomas R. Kline, of Kline & Specter, P.C., attorney for Jim and Evelyn Piazza, said, "Todaywas a significant step forward in the long road to justice for the parents of Tim Piazzawith the sentencing of three individuals to incarceration for admitted conspiracy to haze their son."
  • He added, "Jim and Evelyn, in the courtroom for the sentencing,remain committed to the cause of eradicating hazing and the beneficial deterrent effect of the enforcement of anti-hazing laws throughout the country."

Penn State University: Powered by the Sun

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Tuesday, February 5, 2019
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"This project is a win for Penn State,a win for Pennsylvania and a win for the environment," said Rob Cooper, senior director of Energy and Engineering in the Penn State Office of Physical Plant.

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  • "This project is a win for Penn State,a win for Pennsylvania and a win for the environment," said Rob Cooper, senior director of Energy and Engineering in the Penn State Office of Physical Plant.
  • Since 2005, Penn State has reduced its GHG emissions by 32 percent.
  • "I'm thrilled to be supporting another solar project that will provide a number of benefits to the University," said David Gray, senior vice president for Finance and Business at Penn State.
  • In addition, the Penn State Class of 2015's gift was a solar panel array powering a bus stop near Beaver Stadium.

PS Technology Strengthens the Rail Transportation Engineering Program at Penn State Altoona

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Tuesday, February 5, 2019
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"Penn State Altoona's RTE program will help propel the rail industry into the future," said PST president Seenu Chundru.

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  • "Penn State Altoona's RTE program will help propel the rail industry into the future," said PST president Seenu Chundru.
  • "Offering the nation's first and only Bachelor of Science degree program in Rail Transportation Engineering, we are encouraged by the college's commitment to excellence, innovation, and technology.
  • Penn State Altoona offers the nation's first and only bachelor of science degree program in Rail Transportation Engineering (RTE).
  • With a worldwide resurgence in rail transportation over the last several decades, Penn State Altoona educates the next generation of railroad engineering professionals.

28 Former Penn State Fraternity Members Named In Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed By Parents Of Hazing Victim Timothy J. Piazza

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Friday, February 1, 2019
Rites of passage, Human behavior, Articles, Education, Beta Theta Pi, Death of Tim Piazza, Hazing, Pennsylvania State University, Fraternities and sororities

Jim and Evelyn Piazza, stated Mr. Kline, have tirelessly and courageously worked for justice in the name of their son.

Key Points: 
  • Jim and Evelyn Piazza, stated Mr. Kline, have tirelessly and courageously worked for justice in the name of their son.
  • It alleges that they "planned, orchestrated, organized, oversaw, participated in, facilitated, or directed the hazing of pledges, including Timothy Piazza."
  • It was also announced today that the parents last week reached a final settlement with Penn State.
  • Mr. Kline added that the settlement with Penn State was a "direct outgrowth of the determined dedication by Jim and Evelyn Piazza to the cause of preventing hazing injury and death in Greek life."

Available for Interview - Participants, Patients and Directors Penn State THON 46-Hour Dance Marathon

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Thursday, January 31, 2019
Competitive dance, Dance in the United States, Dance marathon, Entertainment, Thon, State College, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania State University, Leukemia, Childhood cancer, Articles, Human behavior, Cultures

NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --On February 15th, the world's largest student-run philanthropy Penn State University's THON will kick-off in State College, Pennsylvania.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --On February 15th, the world's largest student-run philanthropy Penn State University's THON will kick-off in State College, Pennsylvania.
  • 16,000-plus students, families and alumni will come together for a 46-hour, no-sleep, no-sit, dance marathon raising money to fight childhood cancer.
  • Michael Palm (and Family) Once a Patient, Now a Participant
    When Michael was six years old, he was diagnosed with Leukemia.
  • Jenny is looking forward to dancing this year and knowing everything there is to know about preparing for the dance a thon.