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A beautiful campus, excellent faculty, and strong leadership opportunities make centrally-located Penn State Berks a natural choice for students.

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WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES

A Penn State degree opens the door to a world of possibilities. It’s up to you to choose the degree that best suits your own unique dreams, goals, and aspirations.

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College is a time for fresh starts, new friendships, and memories that

will last a lifetime. You’ll learn a lot about yourself. You might discover

that your passion is traveling to other countries to teach entrepreneur-

ship, or that you want to study pollinators, such as honey bees, to

benefit agriculture. Have you ever thought about developing an app

that would be useful to other students? Or that you’d fall in love with

studying micro-organisms to gain an understanding of infectious

disease? Penn State Berks students have done all this and more.

This is your story, and where you write it is important. Penn State Berks

is an excellent place to chart a course for the rest of your life. It’s a place

where almost anything is possible.

academic excellence is just the beginning of the story.

At Penn State BERKS

PENN STATE BERKSWAS FOUNDED IN

1958AVERAGECLASS SIZE

2450+CLUBS

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“I’VE MATURED AS A PERSON AND A

PROFESSIONAL.”Avery Smith knew immediately when he stepped foot on campus that he’d found his home for the next four years.

“I loved the home-like atmosphere; it just felt like a place where I could be myself. It’s the best of both worlds—the big-university education with the small-campus atmosphere.”

Originally from Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, Avery wanted to be near home, but not too close. Most importantly, he wanted to feel connected on campus.

“Everyone knows who you are; it’s not hard to get involved.”

He’s involved as a resident assistant, a residence life assistant, and an intercultural mentor, along with student organizations, acting as a leader and friend.

After graduation, he plans to pursue a career in journalism. “My time at Berks has given me not only academic lessons but life lessons, such as how to manage a situation and work in a group. I’ve matured as a person and a professional.”

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AVERY SMITH ‘17, Professional Writing

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Born in Guatemala, Roger Salguero always thought that college was out of reach. He and his family moved to the United States when he was 8 years old, after his mother passed away.

One of his mother’s wishes for him was that he would attend college. Though he never thought it would be possible, today he is a Mechanical Engineering major at Penn State Berks.

Roger fell in love with the campus and its friendly atmosphere when he visited in high school. He first attended a local community college, but he never lost sight of his dream to attend Penn State. Then he remembered meeting a bilingual admissions counselor on his high school tour and decided to give her a call. Not long after that, he was a student at Penn State Berks.

During his time at the college, Roger has received two awards to help fund his research activities. He is also very involved on campus, serving as president of the college’s Latino Unity Club, a Lion Ambassador, and more.

“I have learned so much inside and outside the classroom and developed connections that will last a lifetime. I wouldn’t change a thing.” And Roger wants prospective students to know that college is not out of reach for them.

“There’s a light at the end of the tunnel and hard times don’t last. Perseverance and persistence kept me going. Try to make the most out of every opportunity, and focus on your goals.”

ROGER SALGUERO ‘17, Mechanical Engineering

CONNECTIONS“I MADE

THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME.”

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You might say that Katarina “Katie” Zambanini bleeds blue and white. She had been visiting Penn State Berks with her father, a professor at the college, for years before officially becoming a student, so the campus already felt like home.

“The campus was close enough to home that I could still be involved with my family but far enough away that I could be independent,” Katie explains.

Katie got fully immersed in campus life right from the start as a member of a wide variety of clubs. She also traveled to Belfast as part of an Alternative Spring Break to work on initiatives related to youth, hunger, and homelessness.

With a goal of eventually working in Student Affairs for a college, she learned about all aspects of college administration, from completing internships in Career Services and Development to giving Admissions tours during the summer.

She also completed an internship at Fromm Electric Supply in Reading, working in new business development.

For her achievements, she was honored with many academic and service awards during her time at Berks, including being crowned Homecoming Queen.

The internship in Development during her senior year was a turning point for Katie. It led to a full-time position as Program Coordinator for the Office of Advancement at Ursinus College upon graduation.

“I attribute everything I can bring to this new job to Penn State Berks. I don’t know if I would have been able to put it all together without Penn State.”

KATARINA ZAMBANINI ‘16, Communication Arts and Sciences

HELPED ME REACHMY GOALS.”

“ PENN STATE BERKS

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Mark Bennett’s journey to Berks has taken a few twists and turns. After completing two semesters at a local community college, he served as a military police officer in the U.S. Air Force.

At the end of his active service, Mark wanted to return to school and Penn State Berks was a logical choice. He was familiar with the campus, having attended a high school program, Berks Business Adventure, where he stayed in the residence halls. And his wife is also an alumna with a degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education.

But more importantly, he wanted to earn a degree from a college that was well known for its engineering degree program. In addition to Penn State’s renowned academic reputa-tion, Penn State Berks is the only college in Berks County to offer baccalaureate degrees in engineering. And he can commute to campus, making the transition easier with a wife and baby at home.

“Penn State Berks is the best-kept secret,” Mark says. “Everything you want is here.”

So far, he’s off to great start. He has completed an internship with Carpenter Technology, a manufacturer of stainless steel and other specialty metals, as a technical writer and is currently interning at Fortna, a consulting and engineering firm.

“I have learned a lot from my professors who have a technical background from careers in the field. I will be able to hit the ground running when I graduate.”

In addition to his studies, internships, and family life, Mark also serves as president of the college’s Student Veterans Coalition, an organization that holds monthly social events and an annual “ROY G. BIV” run. His journey seems to have come full circle.

RUNNING“I CAN HIT THE GROUND

WHEN I GRADUATE.”

MARK BENNETT ‘18, Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology

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2,900+ FULL- AND PART-TIME

STUDENTS

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231FULL-TIME AND ADJUNCT

FACULTY

NUMBER OF SINGLE (ONE-PERSON)

ROOMS:

192

NUMBER OF RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS:

805

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Student veterans host third annual “ROY G. BIV” Memorial Run The Penn State Berks Student Veterans Coalition teamed with the Student Veterans of America–Penn State Berks Chapter to host its third annual “ROY G. BIV” Memorial Run. “ROY G. BIV” stands for the colors of starch thrown at the runners, and the term “memorial” was used to recognize fallen soldiers.

The mission of these organizations is to help student veterans achieve their educational goals while providing an environment where they can support and socialize with one another.

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Four YearsEach year, more and more students are choosing to complete their degrees at Penn State Berks. With 20 baccalaureate degrees in a broad range of disciplines, and more being added each year, the college offers many options and opportuni-ties. Smaller classes provide individual attention and one-on-one interaction with faculty members. In addition, all degree programs include an internship component, allowing you to gain real-life experience while earning college credits.

BACCALAUREATE DEGREE PROGRAMS IN:

AccountingApplied PsychologyBiochemistry and Molecular BiologyBiologyBusinessCommunication Arts and SciencesCriminal JusticeElectro-Mechanical Engineering TechnologyElementary and Early Childhood EducationGlobal StudiesHospitality ManagementInformation Sciences and TechnologyKinesiologyMechanical EngineeringOrganizational Leadership (for adult learners only)Professional WritingRehabilitation and Human ServicesScienceSecurity and Risk Analysis

Theatre

AcademicsAs a student at Penn State Berks, you’ll have access to all the advantages the University has to offer, in-cluding the opportunity to complete the first two years of more than 160 baccalaureate degree programs offered by Penn State. We call it our 2+2 Plan, and it gives you the freedom to learn at the campus that best suits your needs. You can begin your academic career at Berks and finish at another Penn State campus, or enroll in one of the 20 baccalaureate degrees offered at Berks and remain for all four years.

BACCALAUREATE AND ASSOCIATE DEGREES

STUDENT-TO-FACULTYRATIO

16.5 TO 1

STUDENTS COMPLETE

400 INTERNSHIPSPER SEMESTER

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ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAMS IN:

Business AdministrationInformation Sciences and TechnologyLetters, Arts, and Sciences

Occupational Therapy

Internships open door to careers

Each baccalaureate degree program includes an internship component. Students complete 400 internships each semester, and most internships lead to jobs. Internships have varied from working in such high profile organizations as the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the White House, to Google’s California headquar-ters, to the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. Students also complete internships at local businesses and organizations. For more informa-tion, contact Career Services, 610-396-6019.

Education abroad provides international perspective

Have you always dreamed of traveling? You can realize that dream while working toward a degree at Penn State Berks. With more than 300 education abroad programs for students enrolled in any major, there are many opportunities. Programs can be completed in a summer, a semester, or an academic year. Some travel is part of a course curriculum and lasts only one or two weeks. The varied structure of these programs makes international study appealing to a wide range of students.

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Community Service

Community service is an integral part of the Penn State experience. Students have a wide variety of opportunities, as unique as their individual interests. Some students enjoy working with children, and they volunteer to tutor inner-city youth through the Penn State Educational Partnership or to revitalize an urban elementary school garden with its students. Others prefer to help raise funds for children with cancer through THON, the largest student-run philanthropy in the world. Still others enjoy cooking and serving lunch at Opportunity House, the Reading Home-less Shelter. Students have volunteered their time during spring break to travel to other countries and work on initiatives addressing major social and natural disaster issues. No matter what your interest or skill, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved in the greater community. Elementary and Early Childhood Education majors

helped to revitalize an elementary school garden where they were student teaching.

Berks students completed an internship in India with an organization dedicated to empowering marginalized communities.

Berks THON Chair Ali Shewell hugs dancer Carly Barbour as she gives her one of the heartfelt letters she wrote for each dancer.

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Research

Berks students have the chance to conduct research with faculty members—an opportunity usually reserved for students at the graduate level. Students have worked on a wide variety of research studies including investigating and writing a book about African American history in Berks County for the NAACP–Reading Branch, creating computer software to help law enforce-ment identify human remains in other countries, and using lasers to assist with ultracold physics research, just to name a few.

Mentoring Opportunities

Penn State Berks offers you the opportunity to strengthen their leadership skills, gain valuable experience, and help other students through roles such as Peer Health Educators and a variety of mentoring positions that serve first-year, international, at-risk, and multicultural students.

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DR. BEN INFANTOLINO, Assistant Professor of Kinesiology; Program Coordinator, Kinesiology

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Dr. Ben Infantolino can be found wearing his famous tie-dyed lab coat as he teaches in the recently renovated Cadaver Laboratory or conducts research with students in the Kinesiology Lab.

Dr. Infantolino is enthusiastic about the opportunities for Kinesiology students at Penn State Berks, from working in the only teaching cadaver lab in the region to a new partnership that guarantees the top Kinesiology graduates admission to a doctorate of physical therapy program at another local university, a partnership that he was instrumental in developing.

His research focuses on Biomechanics, the study of the biological systems using the principles of mechanics, and students reap the benefits of his knowledge.

“These opportunities allow students to interact with faculty in their area of expertise and experience the research process,” Infantolino says, pointing out that in Kinesiology, research crosses disciplinary boundaries and collaborations are often necessary.

“Students benefit by being exposed to disciplines and faculty outside of their area of study, broadening their scope of knowledge and encouraging them to think outside of their disciplinary ‘silo.’”

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DR. BEN INFANTOLINO, Assistant Professor of Kinesiology; Program Coordinator, Kinesiology

THINK“I ENCOURAGE STUDENTS TO

OUTSIDE THE SILO.”

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Campus Living

Penn State Berks housing serves more than 800 students. The fully furnished suites in our modern residence halls include amenities such as refrigerator/freezers, microwaves, wireless internet, computer ports, and much more. For more information about campus housing, contact: Housing, 610-396-6353.

Athletics

Penn State Berks is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III. Student-athletes can compete in twelve varsity sports, including baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and

WITH MORE THAN FIFTY CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS, PENN STATE BERKS

HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. Learn to lead in the Student Government

Association. Develop the next big idea into a product or service in the Entrepreneur-

ship Club. Whatever your interests, you’re likely to find a club or activity to join.

Student Life

women’s cross country, men’s golf, men’s and women’s soccer, softball, men’s and women’s tennis, and women’s volleyball. The college also offers club and intramural sports including bowling, ice hockey, rugby, and many others.

All varsity sports compete in the North Eastern Athletic Conference (NEAC) and many teams, including baseball, women’s soccer, and softball, have won NEAC championships and advanced to their respective NCAA tournaments.

More of a spectator? How about season tickets to Penn State football or basketball games? A short trip to University Park allows you to enjoy some of the best Big Ten Conference sporting events in the country.

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When opportunity knocks, Rebecca Jonas answers. The Maryland native learned that Penn State Berks has a renowned Information Sciences and Technology degree program and campus housing, so she decided to apply.

Rebecca has had her fair share of opportunities. She conducted research on one of her main interests: comic book culture. Her research on Batwoman being the first lesbian character to have her own title series was featured at the Eastern States Communication Association Convention.

“There’s a lot of inherent sexism of portrayal of women in media,” she says. “The strength of Batwoman is she doesn’t need a man to save her; she can still be feminine and be respected and not be defined by her femininity. That’s what I aspire to be.”

Rebecca is well respected on campus. She is a Penn State Schreyers Honors Scholar, a member of the college’s Honors Club, and has served as president of the Entrepreneurship Club, traveling to Nicaragua with the club as part of a social entrepreneurship project. She has worked as a tutor, teaching assistant, and IT support technician, and she also assisted a professor with publishing an eBook on a service project.

Next year, Rebecca will continue her studies at University Park campus but says her decision to begin at Berks has opened the door to a world of opportunities.

REBECCA JONAS ‘18, Information Sciences and Technology

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“BERKS HAS OPENED THE DOOR TO A WORLD OF

POSSIBILITIES.”

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When should I apply?Penn State reviews applications throughout the year, but we strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible in the fall. Students can expect a decision within four to six weeks.

The application is available on the web beginning September 1 at admissions.psu.edu

You may wish to discuss the application process with a member of our professional staff. Your phone calls and visits are always welcome.

For more information, contact Admissions, 610-396-6060.

Transfer Students

Interested in transferring to Penn State to complete your degree? It’s probably easier than you think! Get started at berks.psu.edu/transfer-students

For assistance in transferring from another institution into one of our programs, please contact Admissions, 610-396-6060.

AdmissionScholarships and Financial Aid

About 82 percent of Penn State students receive some form of financial aid. Our financial aid staff can help you identify and apply for a variety of grants, loans, work study, campus employment programs, and scholarships to make your college education more affordable. Assistance for military veterans and adult learners is also available.

Students are automatically considered for schol-arships, both merit-based and need-based, once they apply and are accepted to Berks. There is no separate scholarship application to complete. These scholarships are in addition to any other forms of need-based financial aid for which a student may be eligible.

To apply for financial aid, simply complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at fafsa.gov. We recommend that you file by March 1. For more information on student financial aid, contact Financial Aid, 610-396-6070.

Contact Us

Admissions610-396-6060

Financial Aid610-396-6070

Academic Advising610-396-6280

Disability Services610-396-6410

Veterans Affairs610-396-6072

Adult Learners610-396-6225

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Morgan Shade is passionate about two things: physical fitness and helping others. Both passions led her to choose Penn State Berks and major in Kinesiology.

“I grew up playing sports. I’m interested in how the body uses muscles appropriately,” says Morgan. “There’s also a history of health issues in my family, so this major interested me.”

Morgan originally planned to complete her studies at University Park campus, but after declaring her major, she decided to stay at Penn State Berks for all four years.

Berks offers the Kinesiology degree with the Exercise Science option, and students can participate in a cadaver course in the only teaching Cadaver Laboratory in Berks County, located on campus.

Another key factor in Morgan’s decision was the fact that Berks recently signed an agree-ment with another local university in which the top graduates from the Berks Kinesiology degree program gain admission to their doctor of physical therapy program.

When asked how her time at the college is preparing her for future, she states, “The courses are preparing me for clinical and real-life situations and I will be well prepared for graduate school.”

“I’M PREPARING FORGRADUATE SCHOOL.”

MORGAN SHADE ‘17, Kinesiology

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Location is everything

Penn State Berks is set on 258 beautifully land-scaped acres next to Gring’s Mills Recreation Area near Reading. A short trip to University Park allows you to enjoy some of the best Big Ten Conference sporting events in the country. Major shopping malls, restaurants, movie the-atres, recreation facilities, and entertainment options are close by.

Penn State Berks is easily accessible from any-where in eastern Pennsylvania and neighboring states. Many of our students choose to com-mute from home, making the college transition more comfortable and more affordable.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS—The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and Pennsylvania Act of 1988 require that crime statistics for Pennsylvania colleges and universities be made available to applicants upon request. Penn State’s combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by the University, and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You may obtain this information for the Penn State campus to which you are applying by accessing the website at www.police.psu.edu/clery/ A printed copy of the report may be obtained by writing to University Police & Public Safety, The Pennsylvania State University, Eisenhower Parking Deck, University Park PA 16802-6703 or by calling 814-865-1864.

THIS PUBLICATION IS AVAILABLE IN ALTERNATIVE MEDIA ON REQUEST. The University is committed to equal access to programs, facilities, admission, and employment for all per-sons. It is the policy of the University to maintain an environment free of harassment and free of discrimination against any person because of age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related condi-tions, physical or mental disability, gender, perceived gender, gender identity, genetic infor-mation, or political ideas. Discriminatory conduct and harassment, as well as sexual miscon-duct and relationship violence, violates the dignity of individuals, impedes the realization of the University’s educational mission, and will not be tolerated. Direct all inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy to Dr. Kenneth Lehrman III, Vice Provost for Affirmative Action, Affirmative Action Office, The Pennsylvania State University, 328 Boucke Building, University Park, PA 16802-5901; Email: [email protected]; Tel 814-863-0471. Produced by the Penn State Department of Strategic Communications. U.Ed. BKO 17-02