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A group photo of the Penn State Behrend Counseling Center staff

Healthy Campus Initiative expands and enhances support for Behrend students

November 19, 2024

Use RideOn for your trip home for Thanksgiving Break

November 15, 2024

Person watching computer webinar at a desk

Two public financial literacy webinars scheduled for Nov. 5 and 19

November 01, 2024

A mother wipes her daughter’s nose with a tissue.

The Medical Minute: 10 health tips for parents during cold and flu season

October 30, 2024

Physical Red Folder

Red Folder initiative designed to help identify, assist students in distress

October 25, 2024

The Nittany Lion shrine sits among greenery in front of the campus quad

Barnes & Noble College grant funds mental health, neurodiversity initiative

October 25, 2024

A student attending Plant Powered PSU asks a question about a food sample

'Plant Powered PSU' offers annual event to learn about plant-based foods

October 22, 2024

Man in blue sweater smiling

Office of Physical Plant supervisor named to inaugural class of ISSA Emerging Leaders

October 21, 2024

Resources available for those in need

October 16, 2024

The Nittany Lion gets a vaccine from a nurse at University Health Services

Students are encouraged to get updated COVID-19 and flu vaccines

October 16, 2024

The Nittany Lion gets a vaccine from a nurse at University Health Services

Eligible Penn State employees can now schedule a flu vaccine at the UHS Pharmacy

October 10, 2024

Yoga instructor Latisha Franklin leads a stretch at the Palmer Museum of Art

Health Promotion and Wellness weekly activities help to enrich well-being

October 08, 2024

Penn State Wilkes-Barre to host Mental Health Awareness Day

October 04, 2024

Penn State graduate returns to Beaver campus to discuss impact of alcohol

September 27, 2024

UHS main lobby with new furniture and plants

University Health Services unveils new enhancements to the Student Health Center

September 27, 2024

A green t-shirt with painted words reading I can be changed by what happens to me but I refuse to be reduced by it

Gender Equity Center hosts events to mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month

September 27, 2024

A man applies a bandage on knee of his wife.

The Medical Minute: What to know about returning to play after athletic injury

September 25, 2024

Close up of front claw

Penn State reminds students that hazing is illegal, has serious consequences

September 20, 2024

University Health Services to host student flu vaccine clinics

September 20, 2024

A woman closes her eyes as she lifts a heavy weight off of a rack at a gym.

The Medical Minute: Exercise gain without pain. Well, maybe some soreness.

September 18, 2024

Run Hide Fight 1

If you see something, say something: Community can help to keep campuses safe 

September 18, 2024

A room with blue walls, a white dresser on the left and a brown comfortable chair at right.

VR goggles, decompression room part of counseling toolkit at Wilkes-Barre campus

September 17, 2024

Penn State student Alyssa Fedorshak sits in an ambulance with the Nittany Lion.

Penn State’s Emergency Medical Services program ignites a future doctor’s passion

September 16, 2024

From left: Fayette County Commissioner and Secretary Dave Lohr, Penn State Fayette Mental Health Counselor Amanda Collins, Fayette County Commissioner and Vice Chairman Vince Vicites, and Fayette County Commissioner and Chairman Scott Dunn stand together after signing a proclamation recognizing September as Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month.

Penn State Fayette to host suicide prevention and awareness events in September

September 13, 2024

The word Relax written in sand

Penn State Altoona offers new relaxation spaces for students, faculty and staff

September 11, 2024

Help Prevent Suicide

Free suicide-prevention training webinars aimed at saving lives

September 11, 2024

Penn State University Police shoulder patch on uniform

University Police and Public Safety to host Safety Fair on Sept. 18

September 11, 2024

HUB-Robeson Center entrance

Social change workshop to connect students to mindfulness, belonging resources

September 09, 2024

Students listening to UHS staff at tabling event for fair

Student Affairs to host inaugural Community Health Engagement Fair

September 09, 2024

Penn State Student Health Center

Penn State community reminded to take COVID-19 precautions

September 09, 2024

New pickleball courts

Campus Recreation announces the opening of 12 new pickleball courts

September 09, 2024

Canned goods and other products in cabinet

Lion’s Pantry to close Cub Pantry locations after review, expand main location

September 05, 2024

The sign at the Student Health Center

Penn State resources available to support student mental health and wellness

September 03, 2024

Hundreds of items donated to the Fletcher L. Byrom Earth and Mineral Sciences (EMS) Library Food Pantry.

Earth and Mineral Sciences Library gathers supplies for incoming fall students

August 26, 2024

Penn State resources, support services available to sexual misconduct victims

August 26, 2024

Students walking near Willard Building

Staying safe at Penn State: A guide for new and returning students for fall 2024

August 23, 2024

A mother and daughter hug near a car.

The Medical Minute: Leaving the nest for college, a transition for students, parents

August 22, 2024

Penn State Environmental Health and Safety shines at national conference

August 22, 2024

Student Health Center

CAPS reaccredited for doctoral internship in health service psychology

August 05, 2024

Person creating budget using paper and calculator

Two public financial literacy webinars scheduled for Aug. 13 and 27

August 05, 2024

A physician in an operating room wearing scrubs and glasses stands over a patient and looks at a computer monitor.

The Medical Minute: Understanding AFib and how to treat it

July 31, 2024

Penn State Student Affairs enhancing hazing prevention efforts with new workshop

July 30, 2024

Resources available to support student, employee well-being and mental health

July 30, 2024

Pertussis, or 'whooping cough,' cases reported in the University Park community

July 29, 2024

farm kids Ag Progress Days

ATV hazards to be the focus of Ag Progress Days farm safety demonstrations

July 17, 2024

Feet standing on an electronic scale.

The Medical Minute: What to know about Ozempic and weight-loss drugs

July 10, 2024

Piazza Center announces second cohort of WhatWorks partner institutions

July 05, 2024

Two people at a computer screen watching online webinar

Three financial literacy webinars offered in July

July 03, 2024

Old Main viewed through Armillary Sphere

Penn State Student Affairs to host hazing prevention workshop for faculty, staff

July 02, 2024

The Max Gruver Foundation expands support for Piazza Center research

June 27, 2024

Piazza Center announces Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity gift to support research

June 27, 2024

Student Health Center

University Health Services receives full three-year reaccreditation

June 14, 2024

University publishes 2023 drinking water quality report

June 10, 2024

A Black woman sits at a desk, smiling.

Human Resources offers ongoing free mental health webinars throughout 2024

June 06, 2024

Theta Delta Chi fraternity suspended through spring 2025

May 30, 2024

A backyard with trees and a picnic table

Q&A: How can I protect my family and pets from tick-borne diseases?

May 24, 2024

An older adult man sits anxiously in a hospital waiting room with his hands against his forehead.

Medical Minute: Trauma-informed care delves into root causes of health conditions

May 22, 2024

Firefighters participate in triennial full-scale training exercise

State College Regional Airport to conduct full-scale emergency exercise May 30

May 21, 2024

Medical illustration of a brain with stroke symptoms.

The Medical Minute: When it comes to a stroke, 'time is brain'

May 15, 2024

Reminder note in a scheduling book to schedule a mammogram.

The Medical Minute: Do you know your risks for breast cancer?

May 08, 2024

Students studying at a table

Grant establishes Collegiate Recovery Program at Penn State Abington

May 07, 2024

A boy and his dad laugh together while playing football on a lawn in the summertime.

The Medical Minute: How to get started with physical fitness

May 02, 2024

UHS Pharmacy vial

Penn State employees eligible to use the UHS Pharmacy

April 29, 2024

Pertussis, or 'whooping cough,' cases reported at University Park

April 26, 2024

Penn State Hazleton, Geisinger to host free 'STOP THE BLEED' training

April 26, 2024

Patricia Creque puts her right arm in the air as she leads a dance class. She is wearing glasses, a T-shirt and tights. Behind her are three women, racks with hand weights and large windows.

The Medical Minute: Supervised exercise eases peripheral artery disease symptoms

April 24, 2024

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A group photo of the Penn State Behrend Counseling Center staff

Healthy Campus Initiative expands and enhances support for Behrend students

November 19, 2024

Use RideOn for your trip home for Thanksgiving Break

November 15, 2024

Person watching computer webinar at a desk

Two public financial literacy webinars scheduled for Nov. 5 and 19

November 01, 2024

A mother wipes her daughter’s nose with a tissue.

The Medical Minute: 10 health tips for parents during cold and flu season

October 30, 2024

Physical Red Folder

Red Folder initiative designed to help identify, assist students in distress

October 25, 2024

The Nittany Lion shrine sits among greenery in front of the campus quad

Barnes & Noble College grant funds mental health, neurodiversity initiative

October 25, 2024

A student attending Plant Powered PSU asks a question about a food sample

'Plant Powered PSU' offers annual event to learn about plant-based foods

October 22, 2024

Man in blue sweater smiling

Office of Physical Plant supervisor named to inaugural class of ISSA Emerging Leaders

October 21, 2024

Resources available for those in need

October 16, 2024

The Nittany Lion gets a vaccine from a nurse at University Health Services

Students are encouraged to get updated COVID-19 and flu vaccines

October 16, 2024

The Nittany Lion gets a vaccine from a nurse at University Health Services

Eligible Penn State employees can now schedule a flu vaccine at the UHS Pharmacy

October 10, 2024

Yoga instructor Latisha Franklin leads a stretch at the Palmer Museum of Art

Health Promotion and Wellness weekly activities help to enrich well-being

October 08, 2024

Penn State Wilkes-Barre to host Mental Health Awareness Day

October 04, 2024

Penn State graduate returns to Beaver campus to discuss impact of alcohol

September 27, 2024

UHS main lobby with new furniture and plants

University Health Services unveils new enhancements to the Student Health Center

September 27, 2024

A green t-shirt with painted words reading I can be changed by what happens to me but I refuse to be reduced by it

Gender Equity Center hosts events to mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month

September 27, 2024

A man applies a bandage on knee of his wife.

The Medical Minute: What to know about returning to play after athletic injury

September 25, 2024

Close up of front claw

Penn State reminds students that hazing is illegal, has serious consequences

September 20, 2024

University Health Services to host student flu vaccine clinics

September 20, 2024

A woman closes her eyes as she lifts a heavy weight off of a rack at a gym.

The Medical Minute: Exercise gain without pain. Well, maybe some soreness.

September 18, 2024

Run Hide Fight 1

If you see something, say something: Community can help to keep campuses safe 

September 18, 2024

A room with blue walls, a white dresser on the left and a brown comfortable chair at right.

VR goggles, decompression room part of counseling toolkit at Wilkes-Barre campus

September 17, 2024

Penn State student Alyssa Fedorshak sits in an ambulance with the Nittany Lion.

Penn State’s Emergency Medical Services program ignites a future doctor’s passion

September 16, 2024

From left: Fayette County Commissioner and Secretary Dave Lohr, Penn State Fayette Mental Health Counselor Amanda Collins, Fayette County Commissioner and Vice Chairman Vince Vicites, and Fayette County Commissioner and Chairman Scott Dunn stand together after signing a proclamation recognizing September as Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month.

Penn State Fayette to host suicide prevention and awareness events in September

September 13, 2024

The word Relax written in sand

Penn State Altoona offers new relaxation spaces for students, faculty and staff

September 11, 2024

Help Prevent Suicide

Free suicide-prevention training webinars aimed at saving lives

September 11, 2024

Penn State University Police shoulder patch on uniform

University Police and Public Safety to host Safety Fair on Sept. 18

September 11, 2024

HUB-Robeson Center entrance

Social change workshop to connect students to mindfulness, belonging resources

September 09, 2024

Students listening to UHS staff at tabling event for fair

Student Affairs to host inaugural Community Health Engagement Fair

September 09, 2024

Penn State Student Health Center

Penn State community reminded to take COVID-19 precautions

September 09, 2024

New pickleball courts

Campus Recreation announces the opening of 12 new pickleball courts

September 09, 2024

Canned goods and other products in cabinet

Lion’s Pantry to close Cub Pantry locations after review, expand main location

September 05, 2024

The sign at the Student Health Center

Penn State resources available to support student mental health and wellness

September 03, 2024

Hundreds of items donated to the Fletcher L. Byrom Earth and Mineral Sciences (EMS) Library Food Pantry.

Earth and Mineral Sciences Library gathers supplies for incoming fall students

August 26, 2024

Penn State resources, support services available to sexual misconduct victims

August 26, 2024

Students walking near Willard Building

Staying safe at Penn State: A guide for new and returning students for fall 2024

August 23, 2024

A mother and daughter hug near a car.

The Medical Minute: Leaving the nest for college, a transition for students, parents

August 22, 2024

Penn State Environmental Health and Safety shines at national conference

August 22, 2024

Student Health Center

CAPS reaccredited for doctoral internship in health service psychology

August 05, 2024

Person creating budget using paper and calculator

Two public financial literacy webinars scheduled for Aug. 13 and 27

August 05, 2024

A physician in an operating room wearing scrubs and glasses stands over a patient and looks at a computer monitor.

The Medical Minute: Understanding AFib and how to treat it

July 31, 2024

Penn State Student Affairs enhancing hazing prevention efforts with new workshop

July 30, 2024

Resources available to support student, employee well-being and mental health

July 30, 2024

Pertussis, or 'whooping cough,' cases reported in the University Park community

July 29, 2024

farm kids Ag Progress Days

ATV hazards to be the focus of Ag Progress Days farm safety demonstrations

July 17, 2024

Feet standing on an electronic scale.

The Medical Minute: What to know about Ozempic and weight-loss drugs

July 10, 2024

Piazza Center announces second cohort of WhatWorks partner institutions

July 05, 2024

Two people at a computer screen watching online webinar

Three financial literacy webinars offered in July

July 03, 2024

Old Main viewed through Armillary Sphere

Penn State Student Affairs to host hazing prevention workshop for faculty, staff

July 02, 2024

The Max Gruver Foundation expands support for Piazza Center research

June 27, 2024

Piazza Center announces Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity gift to support research

June 27, 2024

Student Health Center

University Health Services receives full three-year reaccreditation

June 14, 2024

University publishes 2023 drinking water quality report

June 10, 2024

A Black woman sits at a desk, smiling.

Human Resources offers ongoing free mental health webinars throughout 2024

June 06, 2024

Theta Delta Chi fraternity suspended through spring 2025

May 30, 2024

A backyard with trees and a picnic table

Q&A: How can I protect my family and pets from tick-borne diseases?

May 24, 2024

An older adult man sits anxiously in a hospital waiting room with his hands against his forehead.

Medical Minute: Trauma-informed care delves into root causes of health conditions

May 22, 2024

Firefighters participate in triennial full-scale training exercise

State College Regional Airport to conduct full-scale emergency exercise May 30

May 21, 2024

Medical illustration of a brain with stroke symptoms.

The Medical Minute: When it comes to a stroke, 'time is brain'

May 15, 2024

Reminder note in a scheduling book to schedule a mammogram.

The Medical Minute: Do you know your risks for breast cancer?

May 08, 2024

Students studying at a table

Grant establishes Collegiate Recovery Program at Penn State Abington

May 07, 2024

A boy and his dad laugh together while playing football on a lawn in the summertime.

The Medical Minute: How to get started with physical fitness

May 02, 2024

UHS Pharmacy vial

Penn State employees eligible to use the UHS Pharmacy

April 29, 2024

Pertussis, or 'whooping cough,' cases reported at University Park

April 26, 2024

Penn State Hazleton, Geisinger to host free 'STOP THE BLEED' training

April 26, 2024

Patricia Creque puts her right arm in the air as she leads a dance class. She is wearing glasses, a T-shirt and tights. Behind her are three women, racks with hand weights and large windows.

The Medical Minute: Supervised exercise eases peripheral artery disease symptoms

April 24, 2024

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