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To promote agriculture as a group, both on campus and in the surrounding community. To allow members to blossom as a person and expand their horizons

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Being a member of Ag Club allows you to connect with fellow student-body and create a network of people throughout your time spent at Penn State.

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THON is the largest philanthropy in the world, raising over 101 million for the fight against pediatric cancer in its forty years of existence. Altoona is an organization to benefit THON and its efforts. Altoona Benefiting THON consists of 4 executive board members, about 30 captains, and over 300 active organization members! We raise the most money among the Commonwealth Campuses. Stop by the THON office in 201B Slep anytime to find out more information on how to get involved and how you can start saving lives! FTK!

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Members will have the opportunity to make a difference in the life of a child impacted by childhood cancer.

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American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association, The Pennsylvania State University Student Chapter of Altoona

The AREMA Student Chapter of Penn State Altoona is dedicated to hosting Penn State Altoona students from a variety of degree backgrounds who possess an interest in the railroad industry. Throughout the academic year, our student chapter members have many opportunities to advance their academic curiosity, participate in networking opportunities, engage with well-seasoned railroad representatives, and participate in various outings and projects. As a chapter of a national organization, our students connect with other students from all over the country and have opportunities to participate in conferences hosted or sponsored by the organization.

We always welcome new members to join us at our bi-weekly membership meetings. Feel free to contact our advisor or one of the board members if you have any questions!

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An introduction to the railroad industry with opportunities to learn, network, and gain field experience with those also interested in the industry.

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The Lambda Gamma Beta chapter at Penn State Altoona Tri-Beta is an honors society for students, particularly undergraduates, dedicated to improving the understanding and appreciation of biological study and extending boundaries of human knowledge through scientific research.

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Acedemic community, solarship, scientific knowledge

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If you are interested in Biology or science in general, feel free to join the Penn State Altoona Biology Club. You do not need to be a Biology major to join the club.

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*talk and interact with those in professional biological-related fields
*field trips to places related to biology
*talk with others that have a passion for the same thing as you

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The Black Student Union, is an organization that prides itself on celebrating and appreciating the differences and similarities in our members. We encourage and respect diversity and are working to integrate our multicultural campus.

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Being in a fun, warm and inclusive environment.

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Blue & White Society is the student membership of the Penn State Alumni Association. Members support the Penn State Alumni Association's service to the University and to its communities through Penn State Pride and civic leadership. Beyond connecting the alumni to current students, the society aims to bring school spirit to the student body.

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Exclusive access to Penn State Merchandise, Discounts, and Newsletters.

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Campus Activities is an extension of the Center for Student and Civic Engagement that promises weekly programming. It provides entertainment and activities pertaining to music, movies, comedians late night events, arts and crafts, special events, and various off campus events. Our series include: Power Hours (with the mission to help you re-energize between classes); Coffee Houses (first Wednesday of each month featuring a performer/artist); and our signature Friday Night Live series (weekly Friday night programming at 9 p.m.)! Keep an eye out for information all over campus and through social media for upcoming events!

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Benefits to joining the organization are:
You'll participate in an active organization that offers weekly alternative programs that caters to the whole Penn State Altoona community. ...
You'll learn more about yourself. ...
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You'll learn how to work with a team. ...
You'll get networking opportunities. ...
You'll be able to use the skills you've learned in class. ...
You'll learn how to engage with diverse groups of people. ...
You'll gain leadership skills.

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CCO Ministries is a Christian group on the campus of Penn State Altoona that is focused on community, evangelism, & discipleship. Our goal is to transform students to transform the world by introducing them to Jesus and the life changing message of the gospel.

While we are a Christian RSO, you do not need to be a Christian to join. We hope to be a place where everyone is welcomed and feels at home.

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This portal is for students interested in service opportunities, community transformation, civic service, politics, current events, etc.

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The Penn State Altoona cheer squad supports the athletic teams at Penn State Altoona. They lead the crowd and keep the energy up. The cheerleaders also represent the University at a variety of alumni, community, and charitable events. In addition to cheering on our fellow athletes, we also compete! The team has competed on the local, regional, state, and national levels. This year the team will strive on building a lasting club for years to come!

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Participation in a collegiate level club cheerleading team that focuses on leadership, group participation, and togetherness.

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The Colligate Review is Penn State Altoona's Student Newspaper that is available for anyone to read online . As an online news publication, The Colligate Review allows students the opportunity to share their point of view with the whole campus and allows for collaboration with fellow passionate writers, editors, and photographers. This club is free to join and is open to any student interested. For more information come to one of our Staff meetings in Hawthorn 253 from 6pm to 7:30pm any Tuesday or Thursday.

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The Colligate Review has the benefit of being taken as course for a repeatable 3 credits each semester as well as being a strong community of creative students that are interested in producing engaging informational and entertaining articles for Penn State Altoona. The Colligate Review members also get a Colligate Review Staff shirt and Business cards.

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Foster creative ability while being inclusive and having fun

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Provide writing activities and group discussion of the craft of writing

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The Criminal Justice Organization is a formal club for all Criminal Justice majors and minors. We participate in many on-campus events throughout the school year as well as community service events within the Altoona area in addition to a monthly defensive tactics class. We are hoping to take a trip to one of the Federal Prisons in the area to see how it operates.

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Gain knowledge and experience within the Criminal Justice Organization through different activities, events, and speakers.

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Our mission is to create a fun and inviting environment where everyone can have fun and relive some stress. We stive to make the game as accessible and open as possible so that as many people as can be can join us and have fun.

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Joining us and come together to play some D&D, we have many extra things to help you enhance your experience and enjoy yourself.

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Penn State Altoona Dance Team is a student-run organization that requires commitment from our members. We perform at halftime during all home men's and women's basketball games. We are always open to new opportunities to work with groups and events on campus!

Any questions? Feel free to contact the captain: Charley Hoffman (ceh5806@psu.edu)

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The Penn State Altoona Dance Team has many benefits! Our members are encouraged to input their own ideas to benefit themselves and other members. Members should benefit from others by asking questions, working together, and being creative in their own way.

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Penn State Altoona DiscipleMakers Christian Fellowship (DCF) is a local chapter of the Pennsylvania­-based DiscipleMakers organization. Our goal is to make a visible difference in the quality of student life. We seek to find ways to serve and improve the campus community. We also provide Investigative Bible Discussions for anyone interested in learning more about Jesus Christ and desire to grow in their faith. We are committed to helping each student grow in how to practically live out their faith as Jesus did. We welcome the questions, objections, and struggles of people honestly searching for the truth.

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A community focused on knowing Jesus Christ deeper.

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An ongoing commitment to spotlight the importance of diversity at Penn State, demonstrate the University’s commitment to inclusivity and inspire all members of the community to take an active role in promoting respect and embracing diversity. Penn State has a strong, storied history of diversity, inclusion, breaking barriers, pushing boundaries and standing together. “All In at Penn State: A Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion” is a call for every member of our University community to build on those efforts by playing an active role in creating a climate of acceptance and inclusion. It is a call for students, faculty and staff to help Penn State continually evolve.

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The Penn State Altoona Health and Wellness Center provides confidential primary care, counseling and psychological, health education, and disability services to our students. Staffed by licensed professionals. Secure Online Student Access at www.altoona.psu.edu/healthwellness: schedule appointments, receive lab results, communicate with the health center, print billing statements 814-949-5540 Located in the Sheetz Family Health Center Hours: Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Visit our website for complete information on our services.

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Housing, Food Services, and Residence Life at Penn State are a unique trio of units that are dedicated to creating the most comfortable and memorable experience for Penn State students.

Whether it’s in an educational, social, or nutritional way, each area works together to provide an atmosphere that encourages a healthy lifestyle and a safe campus culture. We are the smiling faces organizing campus events, cooking at Port Sky, and cleaning in the residence halls. Our trained staff is fundamental in making campus life a “second home” for our students.

Living on campus is dynamic and fun. We want students to look back on their time in the residence halls as an important part of their college experience. Please feel free to contact us with questions, comments, or to learn more about our units.

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Catholic Mass on Campus: Sundays at 7:00 PM Edith Davis Eve Chapel
The Ivyside Catholic Newman Club is the Catholic Campus Ministry Club at Penn State Altoona. We are here to help students grow closer as a community to God and to one another. There are several events throughout the year to deepen your spiritual walk and meet other students. We engage in service projects, retreats, and weekly meetings, where we get to know each other and go deeper into our faith.

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Opportunities to create events for campus residence.
Leadership opportunities.
Notifications on future events.

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The mission of KON and the HDFS student group, is to uphold the values held within the collective group, and showcase skills learned through the HDFS degree when interacting with other students, or facilitating events on campus.

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KON: Be official officers over KON and HDFS student group; be recognized as high standing scholar students in the HDFS degree; Discuss involvement with future employers; gain skills regarding communication, collaboration, fundraising ideas, etc.
HDFS Student Group: Collaborate with other students; develop skills with collaboration, communication, fundraising ideas, and teamwork; gain volunteer hours for future employment or self-service.

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Being in an environment where you can be yourself and feel comfortable.

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The Latin Hispanic Association focuses on bringing people from different parts of the world with similar cultures and bringing more diversity to the campus.

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This portal is the hub for leadership development opportunities at Penn State Altoona.

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The Lion Ambassadors of Penn State Altoona represent the University as a whole and promote the campus's goals and interests. We communicate Penn State Altoona’s history and personality and strengthen the campuses’ and university’s traditions by instilling pride in current and future students, alumni and friends.

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The benefits of Lion Ambassadors include:
1. A Second Family on Campus
2. Public Speaking Skills
3. Resume Builder
4. Community Engagement

Visit: https://sites.psu.edu/altoonaambassadors/
Click "Apply Now" for more information

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We are a group of students who meet up to discuss any new or interesting mathematical concepts, we also get some of the math professors to give a brief lecture on some of those concepts.

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BAJA SAE is an intercollegiate design competition. It consists of regional competitions that simulate real-world engineering design. Students are asked to build an off-road vehicle that will survive rough terrain and occasionally water. In addition to the racing events, competitions also include Shark Tank-esque sales presentations and proof of design presentations. Students of all majors are welcomed, and in many cases needed.

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Membership benefits will include fabrication skills along with marketing and sales skills. Members will also be presented with many learning opportunities as well as some chances to travel to different competitions.

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When the NSLS began 20 years ago, we decided to help the greatest number of people in the most significant way. We achieved this through a dedicated mission to impact the world by building stronger, more successful leaders. Our philosophy is that we accomplish more together than we do alone. We have seen that with proper support and dedicated action, people can achieve extraordinary things for themselves and the greater community.

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We believe obstacles should never get in the way of opportunities. Our goal is to provide NSLS members with a wealth of resources, including access to scholarships, professional communication training, discounts on leading brands and services, and more. Browse the full list of benefits below and start taking advantage of all your NSLS membership has to offer.
-Learn from known leaders
-Save money
-Advance your career
-Apply for scholarships

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This group exists to help new students to Penn State Altoona acclimate to their new college community.

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- maximize your college experience
- meet new people
- learn about resources designed to support you
- have a successful first semester at Penn State Altoona

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The mission of the Equestrian Team is to fundraise funds for horse show expenses and individual expenses, to provide the opportunity to learn new skills, participate in horse shows and riding lessons, and form a caring community.

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Being a part of the Equestrian Team allows you to be part of a team the supports each other and is willing to learn. Benefits of this team include learning something new, becoming more proficient at learning a new or existing skill, and traveling to horse shows.

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Increase diversity and inclusivity, inspire community, and promote the sport through the regular practice and playing of recreational racquet sports.

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Learn and develop racquet sports skills.
Network and create new friends with people who have similar interests.

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The Penn State Altoona Club Rugby Team first met in October of 2015 in the form of an interest meeting open to all male athletes. After being proposed to the university by first year student Camden Haldeman, the club was officially recognized on February 5th, 2016. Then taking the field for the first time competitively on March 26th of the same year.

The team consists of players with rugby experience and some who are completely new to the game. Penn State Altoona Club Rugby is coached by Andy Haines, who has 30 plus years of rugby experience. Coach Haines also coaches the junior high school rugby team in Hollidaysburg PA.

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As a member of the Penn State Altoona Rugby Club, players will gain the necessary skills to compete in the sport of Rugby. From a simple pass, to learning how to safely tackle, our coaching staff and experienced players make sure that everyone improves at their own pace and develops an understanding of the game. The sport is often referred to as the gentleman's sport, we try to instill in our members the values of respect, honor and accountability on and off the field.

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The purpose of this association shall be:
1. To promote goodwill and understanding between South Asians and nationalities on a person to-person level.
2. To encourage cultural exchange.
3. To Provide a sense of community to all students.

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Building a sense of community: Joining SASA can help you meet like-minded individuals who share your interests and hobbies, which can help you feel more connected to your college community.

Developing new skills: SASA will offer opportunities for members to learn new skills or develop existing ones, which can be valuable both in your personal and professional life.

Gaining leadership experience: the club can provide opportunities to take on leadership roles, such as becoming an officer or organizing events, which can help you develop valuable leadership skills.

Networking: SASA hosted events and activities that allow members to network with alumni, professionals in their field of interest, or other individuals who can provide valuable connections and resources.

Improving your resume: Involvement in clubs and organizations can demonstrate to potential employers that you are a well-rounded individual with a range of interests and skills.

Having fun: Perhaps most importantly, joining SASA can be a fun and enjoyable way to explore your interests, meet new people, and make lasting memories.

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We are a group formed around welcoming everyone in the LGBTQIA+ community and allies. Our goals are to provide LGBTQ+ education and a safe space.

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The benefits of being a member of Pride Alliance are having a found family of LGBTQ+ people and allies, networking with other LGBTQ+ community organizations university wide, learn about & advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.

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P.A.A.W. benefits animals by serving local shelters and by educating students and faculty/staff members.

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With this club, there will be networking opportunities, long-lasting friendships, and you get to work with animals!

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Recreation is dedicated to providing Penn State Altoona students, faculty, and staff with a diverse menu of sports, recreational, and fitness activities. We strive to create a welcoming environment for the Penn State Altoona students, faculty, and staff by providing a diverse variety of intramural, club sports, and recreational activities. Recreation encourages student, faculty, and staff involvement to promote fair play, healthy living, stress relief, and positive social interactions. The Adler Athletic Complex serves as the featured hub for student activity at Penn State Altoona.

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Mission: To create unique opportunities that ignite and inspire top-quality students from Penn State Altoona to become future leaders by fostering entrepreneurial thinking, ingenuity, and problem-solving skills. ​

Vision: To inspire creativity, community, and innovation to develop strong leaders with entrepreneurial mindsets. ​

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The mission of the Division of Student Affairs at Penn State Altoona is to provide students with the services and developmental opportunities that will challenge and support their academic experiences, enhance the quality of their lives, and prepare them to function successfully as servant leaders within a diverse, multicultural, and international world.

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To promote a positive student-athlete image; build and strengthen student-athlete relationships with each other, the administration, the campus, and the community; and develop and support programs aimed at the student-athletes' well being

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Student-athletes will be able to engage in an organization geared towards athletes with the ability for community service events.

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The Student Government Association is the official representative government of the Penn State Altoona student body. Working with the Center for Student and Civic Engagement and the Division of Student Affairs, SGA oversees many issues which affect students' day-to-day lives.

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Students participating in SGA will have a chance to voice concerns and make changes. They will also build soft skills like leadership, communication, advocacy, and project management. This will be an excellent opportunity for students to develop their professional resumé while meeting and networking with other students, faculty, staff, and University administrators.

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The purpose of the student activity fee is to "provide funds to improve co-curricular environment for undergraduate and graduate students." Any and all members of the campus community (students, faculty, and staff) are welcome to apply for funds provided the proposal meets the requirements of this guiding principle. Please refer to the SAF Handbook for additional information regarding guidelines and policies. Requests for funding are submitted to the SAF Allocation Committee. This committee, which meets regularly throughout the year, is responsible for reviewing proposals and allocating SAF funds in a manner consistent with the purpose of the fee. Questions regarding the SAF can be directed to the Director of Student Affairs, Sean Kelly.

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SNAP will be focused around engaging Nursing Students of Penn State Altoona in community services that benefit health care organizations in the local area. We will also be engaging students to become involved in the nursing educational process.

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Members will be able to participate in this state-wide organization that allows for community service, all while building relationships with other fellow nursing students.

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Student PSEA is a pre-professional association dedicated to advancing leadership skills and professional development among future educators across the Commonwealth. Student PSEA has a wealth of resources and people dedicated to helping you on your educational journey toward becoming a teacher.

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Joining Student PSEA give you a strong voice to speak out for our schools, our students, and our professions. Our organization offers insurance to young educators, professional development opportunities, and a voice in our local and state associations.

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We consist of individuals who are studying Information Technology, Security Risk Analysis, and Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations. We discuss with companies about careers in the tech field as well as hands on club activities for club members who want to learn. Guest speakers are a big part of Cybersecurity Club. The idea here is to learn about career opportunities as well as internships to learn what different IT jobs present. Anyone who wants to become better with computing and security are welcome to join the club; you do not have to major in aspects of computing.

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Members will have an increased opportunity to get help with concepts in IT/SRA/CYBER classes, internship and certificate resources, Linkedin connections, field trips such as HackPSU, and companies (such as Sheetz) coming in to talk to the club about careers after college.

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To create a space where students can grow in their faith in an authentic way. While we are connected with the United Methodist Church, we are open not just to those affiliated with the UMC, but any student wanting to explore their faith.

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Allow Penn State Altoona students exposure to working with individuals in the Altoona Community who receive services related to cognitive and/or physical impairments. The connection between Penn State Altoona students and our Community members will allow for all to grow socially, and develop soft skills and experience friendship between our community members who are 18+ who meet the criteria and are eligible for services provided by the ARC of Blair County.

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PSU Altoona students get experience and develop close ties to individuals who are the recipeinets of services provided by the ARC of Blair County.