As recipient of the Civic Engagement Scholarship, Clarion University junior Ruma Chatterji has expectations to fulfill. The scholarship pays her tuition and fees for an academic year in exchange for service to the community. ... more

Director Spike Lee visited Clarion University as part of the Mary L. Seifert Cultural Series and spoke to Clarion communication students before presenting a lecture in Marwick-Boyd auditorium.

When the spring semester ends and summer begins, most students plan to relax and let loose. Senior Alizah Thornton has other ideas. Trading in poolside barbecues and late-night bonfires for legislative ... more

Once again, Clarion University let its students answer the question, “Why Clarion?”, as part of the process to create the new 30-second television commercial.  The new spot follows the “Why Clarion? theme that was first presented ... more

Thanks to a partnership between Clarion University and The Washington Center, 16 Clarion students are witnessing the political process in action as participants of 2012 political conventions.  Nine students participated in the Republican... more

Most students would take a look at the clubs and organizations available to them and join those that fit their interests. Kevin Easley took a different approach. When he didn't see what he wanted, he and a fellow student took matters into their own hands ... more

In the spring semester of his freshman year, Rapp enrolled in Clarion’s Emerging Leaders program, which gives first year students the opportunity to learn about, use and reflect on leadership skills and issues. ... more

Cypher has partnered with biology professor Dr. Andrew Keth to develop the Amphibian Research Center on the grounds of nearby Clarion-Limestone School District. When finished, the center will be a place where ...more

Elizabeth Torres arrived at Clarion University four years ago armed with determination and direction. When she was growing up, she witnessed injustice, and she decided she would become a lawyer to help right wrongs. ...more

Clarion University senior Chris Myers spent last summer in Washington, D.C., hobnobbing with politicians and strolling on Capitol Hill while America's leaders negotiated the debt ceiling. A business economics major from ...more

"I really like the residence halls. Then I moved to the suites. I've had a really good experience living in both." -- Amanda Milhisler, Clarion University senior, elementary education/special education major

When Clarion University approved its last strategic plan in 2005, it included a commitment to build all new structures for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification. Six years later, five new buildings have ...more

When Alfonso Hoggard, Clarion University’s senior all-purpose back football player, was in 9th grade, he started a daily commute of 45 minutes to an hour by train, from his family’s home in Philadelphia to the private school in Delaware ...more

Nineteen students from 17 regional high schools participated in Clarion University Honors Program’s Summer Academy 2011, “Geospatial Technologies and Our Water Resources,” July 31 through Aug. 6. ... More

When she entered kindergarten, she immediately advanced to first grade. She continued to excel throughout elementary school. In eighth grade she was planning her life. “I was planning where I wanted to go to school ... more

Each summer Clarion University offers a hands-on, real-life archaeological experience for students as part of its field school.  Dr. Susan Prezzano, a professor of anthropology, has been bringing her expertise and passion to the school since 1997. more

Caitlin Jones came to Clarion University as a secondary education major, but soon switched to English. Writing had become such a big part of her life.  She knew she needed to pursue it. "I have wanted to be a writer since I was young," Caitlin said. "At first ...more

"You can't say you are bored at Clarion University. There is so much to do as a freshman. I have my own radio show."
-- Moyo Wills, Clarion University freshman, communication major

[FADE IN]: Ryan Litzinger began his college career at an art institute, but knew he needed hands-on television experience to make the transition to a professional broadcasting career. Where could he get this experience? [CUE: Clarion University].  ...more

"Clarion had the best accreditation when it came to the major I was looking for."
-- Coleen Cunningham, Clarion University senior, elementary education/special education major