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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
May 21, 2026
Let's hear a 'We Are!' for these Penn Staters — May 21
May 21, 2026
Five faculty named Big Ten Academic Alliance Department Executive Officer Fellows
May 20, 2026
IST researchers discuss AI interviewers on The Conversation
May 14, 2026
Penn State Harrisburg adds AI methods and applications degree for fall 2026
Upcoming Events
Jun
03
Alumni Career Services | The Job Search Accelerator (1/4)
Date & Time: June 3, 2026, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Jun
24
Alumni Career Services | The Job Search Accelerator (4/4)
Date & Time: June 24, 2026, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Jun
10
Alumni Career Services | The Job Search Accelerator (2/4)
Date & Time: June 10, 2026, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Jun
17
Alumni Career Services | The Job Search Accelerator (3/4)
Date & Time: June 17, 2026, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom