Politics Penn State president questioned about extraterrestrial intelligence research at Pa. hearing The Keystone Staff March 16, 2026 Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window)X Share on Mail (Opens in new window)Mail Copy link Penn State University President Neeli Bendapudi was asked at a Pennsylvania House Appropriations Committee hearing about the school’s Extraterrestrial Intelligence Center and the benefits of having a research university. Popular Environment Your 2026 guide to berry picking in Pennsylvania: When & where to find fresh summer fruit LGBTQ How Pennsylvanians can celebrate Pride 2026 (beyond attending a parade) Politics Fitzpatrick vote helps measure to halt Iran war finally pass House Politics How Shapiro budget plan would use $4.7 billion in Pa. rainy day funds Local Pennsylvania’s sweet delight: Exploring 8 great donut shops across the state Follow Us TikTok YouTube Instagram Facebook Newest Videos Politics WATCH: Pennsylvania Sec. Al Schmidt promised that Gov. Shapiro will protect voter rights on ABC Politics WATCH: Pennsylvania lawmaker explains why politicians shouldn’t trade stocks Politics WATCH: US Sen. John Fetterman downplayed rising fuel costs while appearing on Fox News this past Saturday. Politics Stacy Garrity admits Trump ‘exaggerates’ about US economy Politics McCormick calls DHS accountability push “silly”