Ruth Kistler’s Legacy of Literacy
Mid-State Literacy Council (MSLC) has become a well-known name around the State College area for both volunteers and adult learners.
Learning as I Teach
I have taught at Mid-State Literacy Council since 2019. I began teaching the “English for Doctor’s Visits” course and since then, have taught three other semesters.
Positive Mental Health Practices
In a world as chaotic as the one we are all living in today, people often neglect their psychological and emotional well-being.
Embracing the Unknown
When I first arrived in State College as a naive freshman at Penn State, I found myself situated in a community far more diverse than my tiny hometown in southwestern Pennsylvania
Computer Literacy: Life-Changing Skills for These Times
Computers have become a main household device that many cannot live without. They are used for recreation, work, school, and everything in between.
Eddie Casiano, Volunteer: An Amazing Opportunity
Being born in Puerto Rico, I was raised with Spanish as the main language in my household.
Press On – A Tutor’s Encouragement
As a person who knows two languages, Chinese and English, I found it easy to communicate and teach the adults here at Mid- State Literacy Council.
Peter’s Path to Citizenship
As a first generation Korean-American, I have witnessed firsthand the difficulty of adjusting to a new culture.
Spelling Bee 2020
What do the names The Spell Casters, Word Busters, and The Eager Readers have in common?
Legal Literacy – About Your Rights
For many people, interactions with the legal system come unexpectedly. They find themselves surprised when they are unprepared for their situation and confused at the complexity of it all.