Opening its doors in 1999, the College of Information Sciences and Technology at Penn State is home to a thriving community of students, scholars, staff, alumni, and friends. Through innovative research and a student-centered approach to interdisciplinary education, we are delivering on the college's founding mission to prepare leaders for the Information Age. Our passionate students, renowned faculty, and supportive alumni network have propelled the college to forge new frontiers and create a meaningful impact at Penn State and beyond.
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October 21, 2026
IST alumnus pays forward the support that shaped his Penn State experience
October 20, 2026
Q&A: Alumni fellow and AI thought leader on graduating in the 'Intelligence Age'
October 20, 2026
IST students build connections, leadership skills at BLK Men in Tech conference
October 19, 2026
IST's Shared Impact Gala celebrates donors, alumni and scholars
Upcoming Events
Oct
29
Clarke DS Fellowship Info Session - Penn State Students
Date & Time: October 29, 2026, 5:00 pm–5:30 pm
Location: Virtual
Oct
29
FAIT Fellowship Info Session - Penn State Students
Date & Time: October 29, 2026, 4:30 pm–5:00 pm
Location: Virtual
Oct
26
OPT Global Free Webinar Series: Getting the Most Out of Your University Career Office as a Global Candidate
Date & Time: October 26, 2026, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Location: Virtual on Google Meet
Nov
10
Information Session: 2027 IST Maymester Study Abroad
Date & Time: November 10, 2026, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Location: E 203 | Westgate Building