About
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
October 07, 2025
Hispanic Heritage Month event features IST faculty and alumni
October 01, 2025
IST faculty advocate for research funding at CRA Congressional Visit Day in DC
October 01, 2025
Penn State Alumni Association honors 12 at 2025 Alumni Fellow Awards
September 30, 2025
IST cybersecurity alumna selected as Young Alumni Ambassador
Upcoming Events
Oct
22
Fall Cookies and Community
Date & Time: October 22, 2025, 10:00 am–2:00 pm
Location: Westgate Building, East Second Floor Hallway
Oct
08
Smeal College of Business Grad Programs Tabling Event
Date & Time: October 8, 2025, 1:00 am–3:00 pm
Location: Westgate | Second Floor Hallway
Oct
08
IBM Sales Co-Op Informational Session
Date & Time: October 8, 2025, 5:00 pm–5:45 pm
Location: Virtual via Teams
Oct
09
Mock Networking Presented by The Judge Group
Date & Time: October 9, 2025, 6:30 pm–8:00 pm
Location: E165 Westgate
