Entrepreneurship at Penn State Altoona

01/05/2026

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Steve Sheetz. Because of his vision and generosity, hundreds of Sheetz Fellows have been empowered to pursue their dreams.
Steve’s legacy lives on in every Sheetz Fellow who dares to dream bigger, lead with integrity, and give back. His impact reaches far beyond scholarships—it lives in lives changed and futures made possible.
We are forever grateful for his belief in students and the futures he helped shape.

11/13/2025

Join us for “How to Start a Side Hustle” from 12:05 to 1:05 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20, in the Pond View Lounge of the Slep Student Center at Penn State Altoona.

This event is open to all faculty, staff, students, and community members. No pre-registration required - hope to see you there!

03/26/2025

We are deeply grateful to Steve and Nancy Sheetz for their vision, dedication, and generous investment in our students. The Sheetz Fellows Program @ Penn State Altoona has profoundly transformed our students' lives, helping them uncover their passions and strengths while equipping them with essential skills for future success. We eagerly anticipate the expansion of the Sheetz Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence and Entrepreneurship at Penn State Altoona, which will further enhance student impact and community outreach.

Penn State Altoona alumni and donors Steve and Nancy Sheetz have stepped forward with new commitments to enhance two signature programs they established at the Altoona campus, the Sheetz Fellows Program and the Sheetz Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence.

02/14/2025

📣 Attention Crafters and Makers!

Apply TODAY for your chance to compete for $10,000 in prize money for your business. 💸 bit.ly/CraftPitch

07/05/2024

Welcome to Summer School Class #2! Do you have a garden, grow your own tomatoes, or just like to pick some up at the farmer’s market and then eat them? If so, today’s class is for you! This week we are talking all things tomato 🍅! I already have a ton of tomatoes ready to harvest in the garden, so what shall I do with them? I bet there are a few nuggets here you didn’t know! Click the link in the bio to learn more and take your “Tomato Class!” 🍅

06/28/2024

Welcome to Summer School at the Sheetz Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence! Join us every Friday for the next 5 weeks for exciting new classes, workshops, and many more great resources from the Penn State Extension. This week, we are talking about Food Entrepreneurs! Do you love to bake, cook, and garden? Have you ever dreamed of selling your products, being a vendor at a farmers market, or just wondered what the process is for making a profit from the delicious things you make? If so, then today’s class is for you! Check it out! See the link in bio for all the goods 🥖 🍪 🍓 🪴

https://extension.psu.edu/food-entrepreneurs

06/03/2024

Register now for this free webinar! June 13, 6-7pm.

Video may be the most effective way to attract new customers, but it can also be daunting, especially on YouTube.

Brooke Miles of Delaware ShoutOut will share how she went into full force into making YouTube videos in the summer of 2020, organically growing her channel from 12 subscribers to 15,000+ subscribers today. YouTube has enabled her to boost her revenues and transform her local business into one that serves clients around the world. Brooke will also share her biggest surprises and hardest lessons learned—along with practical tips you can use right away—so YOU can put your best foot forward with YOUR journey on YouTube!

https://berkslaunchbox.psu.edu/project/youtube/

05/02/2024

Come join us for an in-person seminar on starting your own business. Presented by the Saint Francis University SBDC and the U.S. Small Business Administration, this No Fee session will provide guidance on starting your small business including planning, understanding funding options, & provide networking opportunities. A local small business owner will present her experience on using the discussed programs.

Friday, May 3, 2024 at the Curry Innovation Zone in Downtown Altoona. Registration starts at 9:30am. The seminar starts at 10am.

Don't miss out! Register here: https://pasbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/31352