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As members of the graduate faculty of The Pennsylvania State University, Penn State Great Valley professors use theoretical knowledge to further practical application in a range of fields.

Take a look at some of our recent accomplishments:

  • Divesting Unprofitable Customers Requires Careful Thought 

    Businesses thinking of divesting unprofitable customers shouldn't act hastily, according to a new study by Matt Sarkees of the Management Division and two research colleagues. more...

  • Immediate Feedback Helps Pre-Service Teachers 

    When students make mistakes in the classroom, teachers are instructed to correct them immediately. This type of feedback makes a strong impression and helps ensure that the student won't repeat the mistake. As common sense as this sounds, the same teachers typically have had to wait hours, or even days, to get feedback on their own teaching techniques, according to Mary Catherine Scheeler of the Education Division. more...

  • Professor Investigates Healthcare Diversity 

    Jan Dreachslin, professor of health policy and administration at Penn State Great Valley, is serving as lead investigator of a major research project for the National Center for Healthcare Leadership (NCHL). This project is looking into the role that diversity initiatives play in organizational performance, including culturally and linguistically appropriate patient care.  more...

  • PSGV Professor's Book Makes Top Business Book List 

    Soundview Executive Book Summaries has selected Dr. John J. Sosik's book, Leading with Character: Stories of Valor and Virtue and the Principles They Teach (Information Age: 2006) as one of the "30 Best Business Books of 2007".  more...