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Lunch with Mimi: Angela Rogers
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Since 1981, the Commission for Women has served as an advisory group to the president of Penn State on the status of women at the university. The commission identifies areas of concern for the women employees and students and recommends solutions. The university president appoints the members of the commission to recommend policies and programs…
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Q&A with Lou Prato
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Editor’s note: The following is part of a Q&A with author and Penn State sports historian Lou Prato that didn’t run in the April issue of Town&Gown because of space. T&G: Overall, what do you think has changed the most when it comes to Penn State and its athletic program? Prato: It may…
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Lunch with Mimi: Judge Katie Oliver
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Transcribed by Christine D’Emidio. Taking office in January as the newly elected judge of the Centre County Court of Common Pleas, Katie Oliver brings more than 20 years of experience from her work as an attorney and partner at McQuaide Blasko Law Firm in State College. In her new role, she will be responsible for…
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Q&A with Danya Katok, soprano performer
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Growing up in State College, Danya Katok never thought she wanted to be a singer. She spent her days dancing at Ballet Theater of Central PA and pursuing violin through Central PA Youth Orchestra. Today, she is an established soprano and is involved in choral singing and musical improv, as well as many projects of…
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Q&A: Cindy Pasquinelli, CEO of Strawberry Fields
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Since 1972, Strawberry Fields has helped better the lives of individuals who have “developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, and mental illness.” The organization assists each individual “to grow, make choices, and be a valued and contributing member of our community.” On January 23, the State Theatre hosts “Strawberry Fields Forever” — an evening of…