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Parents & Families Resources

Penn State Parents Program
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Related Department: Penn State Parents Program

The Parents Program connects you with resources necessary to support your student. Most of the answers can be found on this website. In some cases, we will link out to another website with more detailed information. 

The Parents Program communicates regularly with parents and families about what's happening with your student, opportunities and events on campus, and available resources.

Parent & Family Connections

An interactive series providing insights and answers to supporting your student

Each online event will feature a Penn State speaker who will talk briefly about important topics followed by an opportunity for you to ask questions you may have about your student’s experience at Penn State. 

Spring 2021 Schedule: 

Additional sessions will be announced throughout the semester. 

Join us on Zoom from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. EST. Reservations are not needed. The event password is: PFConnect

Connect by phone:
•    +1 301 715 8592 (US Toll)
•    +1 312 626 6799 (US Toll)
•    +1 646 876 9923 (US Toll)
•    +1 253 215 8782 (US Toll)
•    +1 346 248 7799 (US Toll)
•    +1 669 900 6833 (US Toll)
•    Meeting ID: 954 0412 4958
•    Password: 710331238

Sessions will be recorded and shared at a later date. Click on "recording" after the session name to view. Please contact our office for additional support (814-863-1313).

Instructions for International Families
•    The best way to connect is to use the Zoom link above.
•    For international phone numbers: https://psu.zoom.us/u/alhIGHK8T
•    When prompted, enter the meeting ID: 954 0412 4958 and password: 710331238

Sessions for Fall 2020

Resources for Parents & Famlies
Parent & Family Experience
The Parent & Family Experience is a portal designed to provide the information you need on whatever device you use. Campus news and events, and timely, relevant information keeps you connected and focused on supporting your student's success. New families will receive an email inviting you to join the portal and personalize your experience. If you do not receive an email. we may not have your address. Please visit the Parent & Family Experience portal to sign up.
Parents & Families Guide
The Guide provides valuable resource information for new and continuing Penn State parents with students attending University Park campus. It features academic, cocurricular, and student support services information as well as a checklist for new parents. New families will receive a copy at New Student Orientation.
Parent-to-Parent Blog
Advice and experiences shared by current Penn State parents, families, and occasionally students. Updated regularly with new posts during the semester.
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Contact

222 Boucke Building
University Park, PA 16802

Phone: 814-863-1313
Fax: 814-863-0299

Email: parents@psu.edu

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