Facilities and Landscape

Abington BSU

Penn State Abington honors black architect overlooked by history

The Penn State Abington community permanently honored prominent American and African-American architect Julian Abele who earned little recognition during his lifetime but whose work impacts the campus to this day. He designed the iconic Sutherland Building, which houses classrooms and offices.

Board approves 2013-14 room and board rates

Penn State's Board of Trustees Friday (March 15) approved room and board rates for the 2013-14 academic year. The average room and board rate, which includes a standard double room and the most common meal plan, will be $4,685 a semester, a 4.23 percent increase over 2012-13. The increase addresses a projected rise in food and utilities expenses, as well as necessary maintenance, facility renewal and strategic needs.