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Nov 16
NASA Internship: York College Mechanical Engineering Student Gains Hands‑On Experience

York College of Pennsylvania’s mechanical engineering student, Josh Polanchek ’27, spent the summer working as a co‑op intern at the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center (L B J SC) in Houston, Texas. During this three‑month engagement, Josh applied classroom theory to real‑world aerospace challenges, collaborating with NASA’s extended‑reality (XR) team to design tools and simulations that aid astronaut training and future […]

Nov 16
York College Alumna’s One‑Act Play ‘A Test of Taste’ Succeeds on the New York Stage

Kendra Jones, a 2018 graduate of York College of Pennsylvania, has recently seen her one‑act play, A Test of Taste, return to the New York City stage after a successful premiere in fall 2024. Her journey from a biology major to a playwright illustrates how a supportive college environment can spark unexpected passions and open doors to professional success. From Biology to […]

Nov 16
York College Alum Bryce Johnston Drives Eagles’ 2 Super Bowl Wins through Data‑Driven Salary Cap Strategy

When the Philadelphia Eagles lifted the Lombardi Trophy for the second time in franchise history, the spotlight was on the players and coaches in the stadium. Behind each championship, however, is a team of specialists making strategic decisions that translate raw talent into titles. One of those specialists is Bryce Johnston, a 2011 York College […]

Nov 15
Lakeland University Homecoming 2025: Celebrating Alumni and Athletics

Lakeland University is preparing for its Homecoming 2025 event, a weekend that will bring together alumni, current students, and faculty for a series of celebratory activities. The festivities, scheduled for Friday and Saturday, October 17‑18, will feature a mix of athletic games, awards presentations, a tailgate experience, and an alumni welcome reception with live music. Event […]

Nov 15
Lakeland University Exercise Science Research Advances Strength Training Insights

Overview of the Motor Unit Study In September 2025, Assistant Professor Caleb Voskuil, Ph.D., of Lakeland University’s Department of Exercise Science announced a new article slated for publication in the Journal of Neurophysiology. The research, a collaboration with scholars from Texas Christian University, Kansas State University, and the University of Central Florida, tracked the activity […]

Nov 15
Addressing Intimate Partner Violence: Lakeland University Launches Faculty Lecture Series

Understanding Intimate Partner Violence and Its Impact on Communities Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a pervasive issue that touches nearly every demographic in the United States. Statistics show that over one in three women and one in four men have experienced some form of IPV in their lifetimes, ranging from psychological aggression to physical harm […]

Nov 15
Lakeland University Celebrates Alumni Success: Eric Kriete’s Journey from Student to Entrepreneur

Building a Foundation at Lakeland University In 1999, Eric Kriete entered Lakeland University’s undergraduate business program with a clear goal: earn a bachelor’s degree in business administration and eventually take the helm of his family trucking company, The Kriete Group. What started as a typical business‑school trajectory evolved into a transformative odyssey, illustrating how the skills and […]

Nov 15
Lakeland University Faculty Leads Screenwriting Workshop at Sheboygan Film Festival

Overview of the Upcoming Screenwriting Session On Friday, October 3, 2025, Lakeland University’s Associate Professor of Writing, Jodie Mortag, will guide attendees through the fundamentals of script composition at WordHaven BookHouse (923 N. 8th St., Sheboygan, Wis.). The session, titled Screenwriting 101, is available to festival pass holders and can also be accessed by a modest $5 donation. By […]

Nov 15
Discover Ellen C. Raines’ Upcoming Exhibition at Lakeland University’s Bradley Gallery

What to Expect from the 2025‑26 Bradley Gallery Series Every fall, Lakeland University’s Bradley Gallery transforms into a hub of contemporary creativity. The opening of the 2025‑26 series will feature the acclaimed artist Ellen C. Raines, who brings a masterful blend of digital illustration, animation, and playful visual puns to the space. The exhibition runs from September 19 […]

Nov 15
Lakeland University Neuroscience Senior Livy Heling Leaves a Legacy in Lab and on Court

Livy Heling’s senior year at Lakeland University has been defined by a rare blend of scientific rigor and athletic discipline. A first‑generation college student from West Bend, Wisconsin, Heling has used her time in the Chase Science Center and the campus tennis courts to forge a path that others can follow. Balancing Science and Athletics: […]