Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

06/05/2026

Innovation and bold ideas were on display at the 2026 launchU Student Startup Competition hosted by the CIE - Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship! 🚀

Now in its seventh year, launchU has grown into an international platform that helps high school and undergraduate students transform innovative ideas into viable ventures through mentorship, hands-on learning, and a live pitch competition.

Congratulations to this year’s winners: Michigan State University, Washington State University, Hempfield High School, and Canyon Crest Academy.

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The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) at Harrisburg University of Science & Technology (HU) has named the winners of the 2026 launchU Student Startup Competition. After a spirited Grand Finale event in May, CIE and HU recognized a world-class slate of student-led ventures and awarded se...

06/05/2026

How should we measure the success of AI systems?

New research led by Harrisburg University doctoral student Tanmay Sah explores a critical question in AI: not just whether AI agents complete tasks, but whether they do so safely.

The paper, "The Verifier Tax: Horizon Dependent Safety-Success Tradeoffs in Tool Using LLM Agents," was accepted to the inaugural Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) Conference on AI and Agentic Systems (CAIS) and recognized as one of the conference’s highlighted papers.

The research found that some AI agents achieved successful outcomes through unsafe actions, underscoring the need for evaluation frameworks that measure both task success and safety. The study was co-authored by HU faculty member Dr. Kayden Jordan and collaborators from Johns Hopkins University and the University of Utah.

06/04/2026

Students from HU’s School of Health & Science recently presented original research at the Pennsylvania Academy of Science Annual Meeting, one of Pennsylvania’s longest-running scientific conferences.

Congratulations to Cate Guest ’27, who received an Honorable Mention for her research, and Ashley Bonnet ’26, who earned Second Place in the Women in Science Oral Presentation competition. Students Jamal Ghazi ’26, McKenna Horst ’26, and Gianina Galanti ’27 also showcased their research alongside faculty mentors.

Read more here: https://www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2026-06-04-student-research-pennsylvania-academy-science/

06/04/2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 Project Management Innovation Conference (PMIC 2026)!

Join Harrisburg University Professional Development and our Master's of Science in Project Management at Harrisburg University on July 23 as professionals, students, faculty, and industry leaders come together to explore the future of project leadership, innovation, organizational transformation, AI, and emerging technologies.

Centered around the theme "Projecting the Future: From Accidental to Intentional Project Leadership," PMIC 2026 will feature keynote speaker Danielle Roberts, interactive breakout sessions, immersive technology demonstrations, networking opportunities, and discussions on the trends shaping today's workplaces.

Whether you're looking to expand your network, earn PDUs, explore new technologies, or gain insights from industry experts, PMIC 2026 offers something for every project professional.

🔗 Secure your spot today: https://www.harrisburgu.edu/events/projecting-the-future-from-accidental-to-intentional-project-leadership/

06/04/2026

Hey Class of 2026, looking for your commencement photos?

Links to view and download photos from commencement, including individual graduate portraits, have been sent to your Harrisburg University email! Be sure to check your inbox so you can relive the memories and save your favorite moments from graduation.

Sharing your photos on social media? Don’t forget to tag us! 📲

06/02/2026

Information Systems & Information Technology (ISIT) student Jade Haller '28 recently participated in the Technology Council of Central Pennsylvania 's Women in Tech program, where she explored topics including networking, personal branding, and communication while connecting with other women pursuing careers in technology.

As a transfer student, Jade credits experiences like Women in Tech, along with the support and resources available at Harrisburg University, for helping her grow professionally as she builds her future in the tech industry.

Read more about Jade's experience here: https://www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2026-05-29-student-spotlight-jade-haller/

05/28/2026

Earlier this month, Harrisburg University hosted the second annual Game Design Showcase, highlighting the creativity and innovation of students in HU’s Game Design program.

Held in the JPL Digital Media Lab, the event featured student presentations, live gameplay, and projects from every undergraduate cohort in the program.

Featured games included:
🕹️ “If/Else” by Khaliq Hatmal ’27: A card game that drew industry attention when HU students brought it PAX Unplugged.
🕹️ "A Kitten in the City” by Chloe Miller ’29: A pixel-art adventure following a cat searching the streets for its siblings.
🕹️ “Dungeon” by Zachary Goldman ’27: A retro dungeon crawler that pays homage to the genre's classics.
🕹️ “Ballots & Honey” by Greg Devoney ’26: A 3D puzzle-platformer with a satirical political twist.

05/27/2026

Recent graduate Oliver Fogarty-Harnish showcased his research at the 2026 International Association for Chemical Testing conference in Cincinnati, Ohio in April, presenting on “Ethanol Depletion Dynamics in Single and Tandem Breath-Alcohol Simulators.” The project was developed over two years in collaboration with Guth Laboratories, Inc. and has also been published in the Journal of Forensic Sciences.

05/22/2026

A few of our favorite graduation caps from the Class of 2026! 🎓

05/21/2026

After earning her degree in Biology in 2023, Mia Ray now works as a Human Research Technologist at Penn State College of Medicine, where she supports research on how environmental exposures like air pollution, radon, wildfire smoke, and cleaning products impact lung health.

In addition to her research role, Mia works directly with communities through environmental health and justice initiatives, partnering with residents on air monitoring projects and helping translate exposure data into meaningful, accessible information. She also serves as Program Coordinator for the EnvironMentors program and contributes to environmental justice efforts with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.

🔗 Read more about Mia here: https://www.harrisburgu.edu/news/2026-05-20-mia-ray-environmental-health-research/