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Laurence Orji

Penn State Abington student Laurence Orji was one of several students who came together this fall for a pilot Intercultural Virtual Exchange (IVE) that used student-led dialogue as a means of further developing intercultural communication skills and global understanding.

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Focus on the First Amendment

The Penn State Abington Criminal Justice Association organized the Five Freedoms Fair to highlight the core rights guaranteed by the First Amendment. Students took a deep dive into freedom of religion, speech, press and assembly, and the right to petition or demand solutions from the government.

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Online gambling participation increased in Pennsylvania in 2025, report finds

Online gambling in Pennsylvania continues to increase, according to the 2025 Pennsylvania Interactive Gaming Assessment: Online Gambling Report. The assessment was co-authored by researchers in Penn State’s Criminal Justice Research Center and developed under contract with the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs.
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Alum Jim Creighton (second from left) shows up for Penn State Abington students involved in the campus’ undergraduate research program, known as ACURA. His philanthropy and engagement expand opportunities across programs and majors and strengthens support for student‑athletes.