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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Recent News
September 09, 2026
Peer-led computing camps engage children, study finds
September 04, 2026
Media Mention: Hadi Hosseini
September 03, 2026
IST students travel to Europe to gain a global perspective on national security
September 01, 2026
Center for Socially Responsible AI invites 2027 seed funding proposals
Upcoming Events
Sep
24
Careers in Justice, Public Service, and Community Impact Career Expo
Date & Time: September 24, 2026, 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Location: Alumni Hall, HUB-Robeson Center
Nov
23
Pittsburgh Connect: Penn State Student Networking Summit
Date & Time: November 23, 2026, 11:00 am–2:00 pm
Location: Franco Harris Pittsburgh Center at Penn State Energy Innovation Center | 1435 Bedford Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Oct
06
Information Session: 2027 IST Maymester Study Abroad
Date & Time: October 6, 2026, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Location: E 206 | Westgate Building
Oct
07
Information Session: 2027 IST Maymester Study Abroad
Date & Time: October 7, 2026, 12:30 pm–1:30 pm
Location: E 206 | Westgate Building