About
Through interdisciplinary and collaborative innovation, we are driving the future of the Information Age.
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
March 09, 2026
Harrisburg joins national initiative to improve student success in computing
March 06, 2026
'Teach-a-thon' contest identifies best uses of artificial intelligence in teaching
March 05, 2026
IST names Cai, Huang and Lee to lead college’s first academic departments
February 26, 2026
Chatbots overemphasize sociodemographic stereotypes, researchers report
Upcoming Events
Mar
18
Celebrate Women's History Month with IST
Date & Time: March 18, 2026, 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Location: Berardi Family Student Engagement Center (E215), Westgate
Mar
12
Opportunity Knocks: Wisdom from Recent Grads on Jobs & Internships
Date & Time: March 12, 2026, 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
Location: Virtual
Mar
16
EY Next Steps – All About EY Virtual Event
Date & Time: March 16, 2026, 2:00 pm–2:45 pm
Location: Virtual
