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 16, 2026
Seven students earn University nominations for competitive UK scholarships
September 16, 2026
Fifteen Penn Staters named 2026 Alumni Fellows
September 15, 2026
Graduate students invited to participate in Three Minute Thesis competition
September 15, 2026
Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters
Upcoming Events
Oct
30
Pittsburgh TechFest 2026
Date & Time: October 30, 2026, 8:30 am–4:00 pm
Location: Robert Morris University | UPMC Event Center 6001 University Boulevard, Moon Township, PA 15108
Sep
24
Deloitte GPS Consulting: Pizza & Networking
Date & Time: September 24, 2026, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Location: ECoRE | 2nd Floor Student Lounge
Sep
22
Nittany AI: Design Thinking Jam: AI for Food Security and Community Impact
Date & Time: September 22, 2026, 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
Location: E205 | Westgate Building
Sep
23
BCG Platinion Women's Fireside Chat
Date & Time: September 23, 2026, 2:00 pm–3:00 pm
Location: Virtual