Parents & Families Resources
Resources & Communications
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.
Resources for Parents & Families
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.
Parent & Family Connections
An interactive series providing insights and answers to supporting your student
Penn State Go Mobile App
The Penn State Go mobile app is a great way to keep campus close by. Download the app in the Google Play Store and Apple App Store and customize your experience by selecting "Change App Experience" and "Parents and Families.”
Learn more about Penn State's official mobile app
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