Spirit of service inspires this alumna’s academic journey

When Hurricane Helene hit the southeastern United States in September, it caused significant damage from Florida to Tennessee. Penn State World Campus student Lydia Cowher watched the news coverage of the storm’s destructive path from her home in central Pennsylvania. “As soon as it happened, I just felt absolutely horrible for the people in those…

12 soldiers graduate with master’s degrees through Army partnership

Sgt. Maj. Michelle Tyson joined the military because her father, grandfather, and many of her uncles served. “I wanted to follow in their footsteps and serve my country,” she said. Tyson has served 25 years in the U.S. Army and recently became a Penn State grad while continuing her service. She is one of twelve…