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 01, 2026
NIH awards Penn State CTSI $28.2M to improve rural health
August 28, 2026
AI Center of Excellence awards first instructional innovation grant recipients
August 26, 2026
Let's give a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — Aug. 26
August 26, 2026
College of Information Sciences and Technology welcomes six new faculty members
Upcoming Events
Sep
23
Using AI in Sustainability Careers
Date & Time: September 23, 2026, 12:15 pm–1:15 pm
Location: Virtual
Sep
22
2027 MUFG Information Technology Summer Analyst Information Session
Date & Time: September 22, 2026, 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
Location: Virtual (location link listed in Nittany Lion Careers)
Sep
15
Embrace Curiosity: Intern to Development Expert
Date & Time: September 15, 2026, 2:00 pm–3:00 pm
Location: Virtual
Sep
16
Deloitte GPS Consulting Undergraduate Information Session - Cyber
Date & Time: September 16, 2026, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
Location: E165 Westgate Building
