Opening its doors in 1999, the College of Information Sciences and Technology at Penn State is home to a thriving community of students, scholars, staff, alumni, and friends. Through innovative research and a student-centered approach to interdisciplinary education, we are delivering on the college's founding mission to prepare leaders for the Information Age. Our passionate students, renowned faculty, and supportive alumni network have propelled the college to forge new frontiers and create a meaningful impact at Penn State and beyond.
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Recent News
October 20, 2026
IST students build connections, leadership skills at BLK Men in Tech conference
October 19, 2026
AI and the Economy Initiative to host fall workshop
October 16, 2026
Rock Ethics Institute launches collaboration with Freiburg research institute
October 15, 2026
FAQ: The College of IST’s program offerings are changing
Upcoming Events
Oct
29
SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program Information Session
Date & Time: October 29, 2026, 12:00 pm–1:00 pm
Location: Virtual
Oct
27
Clarke DS Fellowship: Path to a Foreign Service Career as a DSS Special Agent
Date & Time: October 27, 2026, 1:00 pm–2:30 pm
Location: Virtual
Oct
29
U.S. Department of State's FAIT Fellowship: Path to a Foreign Service IT Career
Date & Time: October 29, 2026, 1:00 pm–2:30 pm
Location: Virtual
Oct
22
