How our programs add value to a Penn State education

Each year about 10,000 students attend one of the career fairs offered at our University Park campus. Employers often seek students with credentials and skills that set them apart from other prospective employees -- effective communication, leadership skills, interpersonal skills, experience working on a team and strong organizational skills. Programs offered by Student Affairs staff directly teach these skills and students are also provided experiential opportunities through volunteer opportunities, service learning programs and student clubs and organization activities to actively learn these important skills.

Student Affairs also offers a rich array of diversity programs and services designed to teach students important information about succeeding in a diverse work environment. The Center for Women Students, the LGBTA Student Resource Office, the Paul Robeson Cultural Center each provide educational programs and support services for students. The Center for Ethics and Religious Affairs schedules religious services on campus and provides programs on civility, ethics and spirituality. (See Student Affairs Educational Programs calendar)