Tales of post-apocalyptic landscapes in which few survivors emerge into a new and much different world have long been popular tales woven by screenwriters and authors. While many enjoy these stories, thinking of them as nothing but a guilty pleasure, they may not realize that immersing themselves in fiction has prepared them for the reality of 2020, according to a team of researchers.
There is still time to sign up for the Personal Care Home Administrator Training program offered by Penn State DuBois Continuing and Community Education beginning in February. The 100-hour program will be offered safely and remotely through Zoom. This program will prepare graduates to enter a career in administration of long-term personal care facilities.
Our latest Student Athlete Spotlight features Emiley Wheeler. Wheeler is a forward on the Penn State DuBois women’s basketball team and an occupational therapy assistant major. She is a graduate of Eisenhower High School near Russell, Pennsylvania.
The DuBois Educational Foundation (DEF) is a front-runner in establishing one of the first Educational Equity Scholarships at Penn State DuBois. With a $25,000 pledge, the new DuBois Educational Foundation Equity Scholarship will support diversity in the campus student population.
During the trying times of the pandemic, The North Central PA LaunchBox and Penn State DuBois teamed up with Clearfield County Commissioners to administer a second round of funding for small businesses adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
