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Through interdisciplinary and collaborative innovation, we are driving the future of the Information Age.
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.
Recent News
November 17, 2025
Penn State students can now apply to IBM co-op program for 2026 positions
November 14, 2025
IST student hosts film festival’s first virtual-reality immersive experience
November 12, 2025
IST students attend world’s largest gathering of women in tech
November 11, 2025
IST announces fall 2025 teaching grant awardees
Upcoming Events
Dec
03
Distinguished Lecture Series: Ninghui Li, Samuel D. Conte Professor and Associate Department Head, Computer Science, Purdue University
Date & Time: December 3, 2025, 12:00 pm–1:15 pm
Location: Westgate Building, E208
Dec
10
December Study Break
Date & Time: December 10, 2025, 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Location: Westgate Building, 2nd-floor hallway
Jan
21
2026 Be You in Tech Summit
Date & Time: January 21, 2026, 3:00 pm–7:00 pm
Location: The Graduate by Hilton State College, 125 S. Atherton Street
Dec
11
2025 McMurtry Lecture: "Click, Watch, Learn: What YouTube Teaches Us About Teaching"
Date & Time: December 11, 2025, 12:00 pm–1:30 pm
Location: Westgate Building E202
