Feel Your Best at Penn State
Your health and well-being are essential to your success. Penn State offers individual health promotion services, programs, tools, and spaces that help you stay balanced, manage stress, and make choices that support your goals — in class, on campus, and in life.
Wellness Services & Support
Looking for ways to stay healthy without extra cost? Penn State offers free wellness services for students — from counseling and health promotion to support and resources that help you thrive. Take advantage of these offerings to care for your mind, body, and well-being.
Problem Gambling Support
Understanding the risks of gambling — including sports betting, gaming, and online wagering — can help you stay in control. Find out how to recognize warning signs, make informed decisions, and access confidential support if gambling becomes a concern.
Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drug Education
Penn State offers education and support to help students make responsible choices around alcohol and other substances. Learn about the health effects, university expectations, and confidential programs that promote safety, awareness, and recovery.
Wellness Education & Workshops
Request a program, join a workshop, or meet one-on-one with a wellness educator. Get real strategies to support your mind, body, and well-being. Professional staff from Campus Recreation, Counseling and Psychological Services, Health Promotion and Wellness, and University Health Services are here for your class or student organization.
Join the Healthworks Peed Educator Program
HealthWorks is a peer educator program that promotes health and well-being at Penn State. Managed by Health Promotion and Wellness, students who are accepted into the program are trained to deliver one-on-one wellness services, present educational workshops, facilitate wellness activities, and share information at outreach events.
-
HealthWorks is a peer-education and outreach initiative run by Health Promotion and Wellness, designed to support student health and well-being at University Park. Peer educators raise awareness about key topics — like nutrition, stress, relationships, sleep, and overall wellness — and help fellow students make healthy choices through education and support.
-
As a HealthWorks peer educator, students may:
- Provide one-on-one wellness services and support to peers.
- Lead educational workshops, outreach tables, and wellness events across campus.
- Facilitate wellness activities, support health promotion campaigns, and help connect students with resources.
Joining HealthWorks also offers meaningful professional growth:
- Develop public speaking, communication, and leadership skills.
- Gain real-world experience in health education and peer support — valuable for future careers or community work.
- Build a network of supportive peers and professionals, and contribute directly to wellness across campus.
-
HealthWorks begins with a mandatory three-credit training course on health behavior theory and wellness strategies. After completing the course, students are eligible to apply for a paid peer-educator position. The role typically requires a commitment of two additional semesters, with 3–10 hours per week of involvement in outreach, workshops, and wellness services.
- To apply, students must submit the online application and unofficial transcript by Friday, March 6, 2026.
- Applicants need to be enrolled through at least the following two semesters (i.e. not graduating before December 2027).
Supporting Spiritual & Faith Well-being
Spiritual well-being can help students feel grounded, centered, and supported throughout their Penn State journey. Whether you are exploring your beliefs, seeking community, or simply looking for space to reflect, resources across campus can help you find what you need.
