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Jamila Winder, a Penn State alum, will be the keynote speaker at Penn State Abington's noon commencement ceremony on May 8.

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Jamila Winder, a Penn State alum, will be the keynote speaker at Penn State Abington's noon commencement ceremony on May 8.

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Color, culture, community: Holi at Abington

Penn State Abington students celebrated the ancient Hindu tradition of Holi last week. Holi symbolizes the celebration of spring, friendship, family and the victory of good over evil. Students threw bright-colored powder, with each color carrying its own meaning.

Grant Risha and students

Grant Risha and students

Grant Risha, second from left, distinguished professor of mechanical engineering at Penn State Altoona, received the Alumni/Student Award for Excellence in Teaching.