IUP will celebrate Research Appreciation Week (April 6–10) with two signature student-focused events: the AI Summit and the Scholars Forum.

The AI Summit, held April 7, is an all-day hybrid experience featuring interactive workshops, panels, and hands-on sessions exploring artificial intelligence tools, ethics, literacy, and real-world applications. Students who attend at least half of the sessions will earn an IUP AI Summit Digital Badge.

An IUP student presents their research at the Scholars Forum.

On April 8, the Scholars Forum brings undergraduate and graduate students together for a three-hour, in-person event showcasing research, scholarship, and creative work from all disciplines. Students interested in presenting at the Scholars Forum should submit proposals by March 6 via the online application.

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Your success in college depends on a combination of factors: the learning strategies you apply in and out of the classroom, as well as your attitude and commitment to working hard and achieving your goals. At this mid-point in the semester, take inventory of what strategies are working well for you and what is not working well. Adjust your study practices to accommodate each course and the course requirements. 

IUP’s Learning Commons brings key academic support services together in one welcoming space designed for student success. By visiting the Information Desk, students can easily connect with research help, tutoring, writing support, career resources, and their navigator. With collaborative study areas and expert guidance all in one place, the Learning Commons helps students build skills, stay organized, and gain the confidence they need to succeed in their coursework.

Find more Academic Success Student Resources.

City & State, a Philadelphia-based online publication, has named its 2026 Black Trailblazers, “Pennsylvania’s most dynamic and accomplished African Americans," and Thomas Segar was recognized. When you see Dr. Segar around campus, give him a hearty congratulations!

Did you know students can view their midterm grades starting Monday, March 2, at 10:00 a.m. through MyIUP? To view your grades, select the Open Student Dashboard and then the View Grades link. You will need to select the term (Spring 2026) to view your midterms. Contact your Navigator if you need academic support.

Have questions? Get answers at the Hawks Q&A Center.

The Crimson Hawks gear up for their final home game of the regular season tomorrow, Saturday, February 28. In both top-25 matchups, the women will play at 1:00 p.m., followed by the men at 3:00 p.m. in the 📍KCAC. We will also be celebrating seniors on both teams. There will be free IUP 150 anniversary shirts for all fans in attendance (while supplies last). Students can pick up their free shirt at the student entrance upon arrival. Can’t make the game? Check out the live stats. Talons Up!

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Keep up with your favorite teams at IUP Athletics.

The Student Organization Assembly is one of IUP’s largest student leadership gatherings, bringing together hundreds of student leaders, organization representatives, and campus partners. It serves as a cornerstone event for collaboration, inspiration, and strategic planning for the year ahead. This year’s assembly will feature a series of workshops and discussions centered on themes critical to student leadership and organizational development, and will take place on Wednesday, March 4, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the 📍HUB Ohio Room.

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People will meet on Tuesday, March 3, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. in 📍Jane Leonard Hall, room 114. All are welcome to attend.

Damage Dolls Modeling Troupe is back! Support the group on Saturday, February 28, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the 📍HUB Ohio Room. There will be special guest performances, a raffle, entertainment, and more. Tickets are $10 at the door, $5 in advance.

Find more student organizations in Crimson Connect.

Remember, next week is Student Safety Week! Training sessions will be offered on March 3 (Stop the Bleed), March 4 (Narcan and Fire Safety), and March 5 (Hands-Only CPR and AED Training) at 5:00 p.m. in 📍Leonard Hall, room B02.

Getting tested for sexually transmitted infections is simple, quick, and affordable. Walk‑in STI testing (tests for chlamydia and gonorrhea) is available at 📍Health Service for just a $10 Wellness Visit on the first Wednesday of every month. The process takes only a few minutes, and your results will be emailed to you within 48 hours, along with a secure link to access your patient portal. This month, testing will take place on March 4 from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Plus, you get a lollipop after the test!

Keep yourself physically and mentally healthy at the Center for Health and Well-Being.

Your LinkedIn profile is your digital résumé. Make sure your profile is up-to-date (that includes a professional headshot—consider using the CPDC’s Professional Photo Booth), post professional updates, and connect with others in your field.

Learn about LinkedIn and other professional topics using our Professional Resource Library, available on the CPDC website.

Get ready for your future at the Career and Professional Development Center.

This Kipp Gallery solo exhibit runs through March 5. Cheryl Capezzuti transforms everyday discards, particularly dryer lint, into sculptural works that explore domesticity, memory, love, loss, and the human condition, often engaging communities in collaborative projects that blend humor, intimacy, and social reflection. The Gallery, located in 📍Sprowls Hall, is open Mondays and Wednesdays from noon until 2:00 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

The Lively Arts is sponsoring this poignant comedy on the 📍Waller Mainstage in Waller Hall. By the Time We Got to Woodstock follows the story of a young man whose family cabin is overrun by a motley crew of strangers all trying to get to the fabled music festival, through bad weather and worse luck, before it ends. Purchase your tickets today! Performances will take place February 26 through the 28 and on March 1. This play contains mild adult themes and is recommended for teenagers and adult audiences.

Find out everything happening at IUP on the Events Calendar.

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