Penn State Hits 1 Million Degrees | Pittsburgh News

Penn State is celebrating a historic milestone this August — its one millionth degree awarded, marking over 170 years of education since its founding in 1855. From just 11 graduates in 1861 to now offering 275 majors and 11,000+ courses, the university’s growth reflects its enduring commitment to empowering generations. President Neeli Bendapudi speaks with pride about alumni impact and legacy, as ceremonies this weekend and statewide events honor not just the number, but the collective achievements of a global network of over 800,000 living alumni. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5bd10f95ec54755f