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Participatory research in Philadelphia looking at foundation of public schools

In Philadelphia, parents and families are seeking a ground-up approach to their child’s education; one where changes are made in response to an individual child’s needs, rather than a top-down approach that could leave them out of the decision-making process.The seeds for this approach are taking root through a collaborative endeavor supported by the Penn State Center Philadelphia, a service of Penn State Outreach.
Coleen Vergara

Coleen Vergara

Coleen Vergara, who served as a team leader, worked with a local accounting business for her capstone course project.

Joseph Borowski

Joseph Borowski

Joseph Borowski, who graduated in May with a bachelor’s degree in information sciences and technology, served as a team leader for his capstone course project. 

Jaclyn Domsohn

Jaclyn Domsohn

Jaclyn Domsohn, who worked on a Penn State-led research team to design and develop a surveying drone, was one of seven graduates who received a degree in engineering at Penn State Brandywine's recent spring commencement ceremony.