Laura Kramer

London

Arts and Entertainment Journalist at Freelance

Senior Producer at Monocle

producer of The Entrepreneurs & The Globalist on @monocle_radio 🎤 arts & entertainment journalist 🇷🇴 Romanian-Iowan🌽

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Articles

The Agenda: Business

2 months ago | monocle.com | Laura Kramer |Dan Smith

LThe world’s first inflatable cycle helmet, rock climbing-inspired accessories and more. RETAIL ––– USA In the bagTopologie, a Hong Kong-based brand that makes bags and accessories inspired by rock climbing, is gearing up for a colossal retail ascent in 2025. It plans to open 18 shops this year, doubling its global footprint, starting in February with a new outpost on New York’s Prince Street. “We’re very confident about the next 12 months,” says its ceo and co-founder, Carlos Granon.
Angela Brown appointed assistant director of academic affairs

Aug 29, 2024 | psu.edu | Laura Kramer

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, Pa. — Angela Brown, assistant teaching professor of accounting, has been named assistant director of academic affairs at Schuylkill campus, effective Aug. 19. “Angela Brown is a fantastic colleague and has done a great job as the program coordinator for business,” said Cory Scherer, director of academic affairs and interim chancellor.
Penn State Schuylkill joins Eastern College Athletic Conference

Aug 5, 2024 | psu.edu | Laura Kramer

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, Pa. — In a move that promises to reshape the direction of its athletics program, Penn State Schuylkill has become the first non-NCAA institution to be granted membership in the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC). The campus' involvement in the ECAC underscores Penn State Schuylkill's commitment to excellence in athletics, academics and student engagement.
Cory Scherer named Schuylkill’s director of academic affairs, interim chancellor

Jun 13, 2024 | psu.edu | Laura Kramer

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Cory Scherer, interim director of academic affairs and professor of psychology at Penn State Schuylkill, has been named the campus' permanent director of academic affairs, effective July 1. Concurrently, Scherer has been appointed interim chancellor of Penn State Schuylkill, also effective July 1. Scherer has been serving as interim director of academic affairs since July 2023.
Schuylkill Speaks: Emily Papa pursues a career in nursing

May 8, 2024 | psu.edu | Laura Kramer

Editor's note: This story is part of a series profiling exceptional members of Penn State Schuylkill’s graduating class. For more stories like Payne's, visit schuylkill.psu.edu/schuylkill-speaks. SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, Pa. — Emily Papa's decision to pursue a nursing degree at Penn State Schuylkill was a natural one, influenced by her family members who are also nurses and by her exposure to health care programs in vocational school.
Schuylkill Speaks: Abby Morneau aims for a career in criminal justice

May 5, 2024 | psu.edu | Laura Kramer

Editor's note: This story is part of a series profiling exceptional members of Penn State Schuylkill’s graduating class. For more stories like Session's, visit schuylkill.psu.edu/schuylkill-speaks. SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, Pa. — Abby Morneau is a highly motivated individual who is passionate about making a positive impact in all aspects of her life. She committed herself to her studies in the criminal justice program and actively participated in various campus activities.
Schuylkill Speaks: Poetic Session is dedicated to research in psychology

May 1, 2024 | psu.edu | Laura Kramer

Editor's note: This story is part of a series profiling exceptional members of Penn State Schuylkill’s graduating class. For more stories like Ferguson's, visit schuylkill.psu.edu/schuylkill-speaks. SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, PA — Psychology student Poetic Session's journey at Penn State Schuylkill has been marked by a deep commitment to mental health advocacy and making meaningful connections within the campus community.
Schuylkill Speaks: Kyle Ferguson’s path in sports administration

Apr 25, 2024 | psu.edu | Laura Kramer

Editor's note: This story is part of a series profiling exceptional members of Penn State Schuylkill’s graduating class. For more stories like Ferguson's, visit schuylkill.psu.edu/schuylkill-speaks. Growing up surrounded by the Penn State legacy, Kyle Ferguson always knew he wanted to follow in his parents’ footsteps. With a strong connection to the university and a passion for baseball, Ferguson’s decision to attend Penn State Schuylkill was a natural choice.
Schuylkill Speaks: Alivia Payne’s college journey goes beyond the field

Apr 24, 2024 | psu.edu | Laura Kramer

Editor's note: This story is part of a series profiling exceptional members of Penn State Schuylkill’s graduating class. For more stories like Payne's, visit schuylkill.psu.edu/schuylkill-speaks. SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, Pa. — Alivia Payne thought she had a clear vision when beginning her college journey, initially pursuing a degree in physical therapy at Penn State Mont Alto. However, it didn’t take long for her to realize that her passion was elsewhere.
Penn State Schuylkill students present research at ECA-USC 2024 conference

Apr 15, 2024 | psu.edu | Laura Kramer

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, Pa. — This spring, 12 student researchers had original research accepted into the Eastern Communication Association's James C. McCroskey and Virginia P. Richmond Undergraduate Scholars Conference (ECA-USC) held in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Each of the 12 students who submitted projects had at least one project accepted.