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Penn State Student Media Spotlights Zane Hummel
Zane Hummel was always an athlete. He excelled in the long jump and sprints, broke school records, and was on track to compete at Penn State. Then a motorcycle accident changed everything, resulting in the amputation of his leg. Penn State Student Media's "After the Whistle" series recently told his story. The feature covers his recovery, his path to Penn State's adaptive program, and what he's working toward now. Zane is back on the track, training with teammates, and settin
Rise Above: Friends of Penn State Adaptive Athletics
May 311 min read


Where Innovation Meets Grit: A Visit to Xmorphe
Last month marked Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month, a time dedicated to elevating stories, advancing understanding, and spotlighting innovation. On the heels of that observance, a meaningful connection unfolded on May 5 at Innovation Park that may shape the future of adaptive athletics at Penn State and beyond. The Future of Adaptive Athletics A small but purposeful delegation from Penn State Adaptive Athletics made the visit to Xmorphe, a forward-thinking prosth
Rise Above: Friends of Penn State Adaptive Athletics
May 252 min read
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