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Behind the gymnasium, about a quarter mile into the woods, you'll find a waterfall. A handful of Beaver students want everyone on campus to enjoy it, so they've proposed a walking trail that would wind around campus. Now they need the money and manpower to make it happen.

Half of the STEM faculty members at Penn State Beaver are women, and they're pushing hard to help the next generation of female scientists, programmers, engineers and mathematicians succeed.

Engineering professor brings his practical experience and his love for a challenge into the classroom

Professor says Penn State's 2+2 plan is beneficial for students because it allows them to get to know faculty and seek help when they need it.

Professor credits his own teachers for his success both in and out of the classroom

"Teaching has always been something I wanted to do," says Bower. "It’s something I am very passionate about. Higher education changed my life."

Biology professor's love for animals has led to a life-long study of little brown bats and a concerted effort to help her students love animals, too

A fascination with people-watching led to a career teaching psychology at Penn State Beaver

Business instructor Karen Barr is a favorite among students because of the amount of attention and help she gives them.

While Josh Hogenmiller was still studying business at Penn State Beaver, he sold his car, built an 8-foot oven, and launched Totally Baked Powder Coating. Now the company is doing brisk business with motorsports enthusiasts and local car dealers, and Hogenmiller is enjoying the rewards of being an entrepreneur.