College life can be confusing and overwhelming, and sometimes you just need someone to help you sort things out. Student Care and Advocacy coordinates efforts with campus partners to assist students who encounter challenges or concerns in achieving success at Penn State.
Get help with unforseen challenges
No matter what your situation is, we are here to listen non-judgmentally, provide unconditional support, and equip you with the self-efficacy you need to be successful.
Support Services and Resources
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Basic Needs & Support
Are you facing challenges with access to adequate food, stable housing, or meeting other basic needs? Get help now. -
Academic Concerns
Get general consultation or find resources for navigating issues related to academic areas from instructor complaints to withdrawal and more. -
Health & Wellness Concerns
Find answers on how to navigate health concerns, whether major or minor. -
Supporting Students in Distress
Faculty and staff are often the first to recognize distress. Find resources on how to support students or report concerns. -
Respondent Support Services
Find resources on navigating a conduct process as the respondent. -
Off-Campus Student Support
Find help determining housing options, finding roommates, navigating issues with a landlord, and more.
Basic Needs and Support
A form for Penn State students or someone completing on their behalf who are facing challenges accessing adequate food, stable housing, or other basic needs.
Share a Concern
Whether academic concerns, health and wellness issues, or experiencing distress, our team can help. Get connected with resources for yourself or someone else.
Schedule with a Case Manager
Not sure where to go? Connect with a case manager in Student Care and Advocacy to ask questions and get support navigating your path to care.
Respondent Support Services
If you're involved in a conduct process or need guidance on respondent rights, we're here to help. Connect with an advisor to get started with neccessary support and information.
Confidential Support
Feel confident in discussing incidents with a confidential resources. Learn where you can go to find the support and privacy you need.