How Student Affairs promotes student success at Penn State

People who care: Supporting the academic success of Penn State students is one of the most important goals of our staff in Student Affairs. Our caring staff provides critical services for students seeking medical care or psychological counseling. We also have skilled counselors who assist students with career planning and employment placement assistance. Our staff in residence life helps students adjust to on campus living and with resolving roommate conflicts. Students can learn important information about diversity or seek support services from our staff in the Paul Robeson Cultural Center, the LGBTA Resource Office, the Center for Women Students and the Center for Adult Learners. Our staff in Student Activities support over 600 student organizations at University Park. See list of Student Affairs services.

Educational programs: Each year our staff offers over 500 educational programs designed to teach students about everything from planning a career and creating a resume to leadership skills and effective time management. Student Affairs also offers programs in health education, women's issues, multicultural topics, civility and ethics. These programs are listed in the Student Affairs Educational Programs calendar.