On October 24-25, we will celebrate the past, present, and future of the College of IST with a variety of events.

Event Schedule

Thursday, October 24

IST Open House 3:30–5 p.m. | Westgate Building 

This event is open to all members of the IST community.

Enjoy a fun and informal exploration of the college’s past, present, and future. Visit new (and old!) spaces throughout Westgate Building and connect with others across the IST community to learn about the latest in student organization and student support initiatives. 

IST Celebrates 25 Years Kick-Off Party 5–7 p.m. | Nittany Lion Inn, Boardroom

This event is by invitation only for College of IST alumni and friends.

Take a walk down memory lane with a look at IST from years past, learn where the college is headed, and connect with alumni and friends to reminisce about all things IST. Enjoy drinks and hearty appetizers—including IST Celebrates 25 Years Death By Chocolate ice cream!—music, a photobooth, caricatures, and more.

Friday, October 25

Alumni Symposium and Alumni Awards 8 a.m.–1 p.m. | 603 Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub

This event is by invitation only for College of IST alumni and friends.

Engage with keynote presentations and breakout sessions from IST alumni and faculty focused on generative AI and other tech trends and hear from IST leadership about the future of the college. The event concludes with a light lunch and presentation of alumni awards.

Closing Celebration 1:30–2:30 p.m. | Westgate Building

This event is open to all members of the College of IST community.

Engage with alumni and current students while enjoying Berkey Creamery ice cream, and join us for the IST Celebrates 25 group photo! This event may mark the end of our milestone anniversary weekend, but it also kicks off the college’s next 25 years. Let’s continue on this remarkable journey together.

When registering, please select which events you plan to participate in.  Guest Name will be added at the end.

Hotel Information:

We are pleased to offer a group rate at local hotels for guests staying on the evening of Thursday, October 24.

Nittany Lion Inn 200 W Park Ave State College, PA 16803 $189/night

Reservations must be made by September 27.

To book your reservation: Visit the Nittany Lion Inn reservation page. In the "Special Code" box at the top, select "Group Attendee Code" and enter "CIST24A." Call the Nittany Lion Inn at 814-865-8500 and use the group code "CIST24A.'

SpringHill Suites by Marriott State College 1935 Waddle Road State College, PA 16803 $159/night

Reservations must be made by September 24.

To book your reservation: Visit the SpringHill Suites reservation page for the IST anniversary event. Select the dates of your stay and complete your reservation. Call SpringHill Suites at 814-867-1807 and use the group code "COIS."