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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
December 12, 2025
Institute for Computational and Data Sciences funds eight mid-scale seed grants
December 03, 2025
College of IST names student marshal for fall 2025 commencement
December 03, 2025
Alumnus honors his mother and grandmother through endowed IST scholarship
December 02, 2025
‘Growing Impact’: Strengthening public response to air-quality warnings
Upcoming Events
Jan
07
Southwest Airlines: Internships & Early Careers Info Session
Date & Time: January 7, 2026, 11:00 am–12:00 pm
Location: Virtual
Jan
07
Columbia University - MS Data Science Info Session
Date & Time: January 7, 2026, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Jan
14
Career Fair Prep Days | Day 1
Date & Time: January 14, 2026, 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Location: Westgate Building | Berardi Center (E215)
Jan
15
Career Fair Prep Days | Day 2
Date & Time: January 15, 2026, 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Location: Westgate Building | Berardi Center (E215)