HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Reaction continues to word that Penn State University will close some of their Commonwealth Campuses.
The President of the University cited revenue and enrollment challenges in recent years as factors in the decision to close some of the campuses.
Hazleton, Schuylkill, Wilkes-Barre, and Scranton are on the list for potential closure.
A statement from Penn State President Neeli Bendapudi can be found on their website.
Coming up on 28/22 News: students react to the possible closures, state lawmakers from NEPA have some strong words for the University regarding the possible closures, and we will also look at the potential economic impact to the communities near the PSU campuses.
The I-Team’s Andy Mehalshick reports live on 28/22 News.
To take a legislative survey from Senator Dave Argall on the closures, head here.
