Commonwealth University-Lock Haven (formerly LHU) preps for new school year

LOCK HAVEN, PA – For the first time in its more than 150-year history, Lock Haven University is no longer a stand-alone, state-owned school. Formerly known as LHU, the Lock Haven based school as of this school year is now part of the integrated Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania. Per state directive, Lock Haven has been integrated with Mansfield and Bloomsburg universities to create the new configuration.

Students at Lock Haven are checking in this weekend, preparatory to the start of classes on Monday. A university spokesperson told therecord-online that 710 new students, including undergraduates, graduates, and Clearfield attendees, have enrolled for the fall; she said a final student enrollment total should be available in a couple weeks.

As for the school’s name, it is now known as Commonwealth University-Lock Haven, and the terms Lock Haven, Bald Eagles (the school mascot) and The Haven may also be used in describing the local school, per the spokesperson.