We are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated parents, families, and students to volunteer to create a welcoming community for new Penn State families!
Applications open during the following times:
- Parents Council - opens mid-October
- Parent Ambassador - opens in February
- Family Ambassadors (students) - Opens in October
We look forward to receiving your application. Please email parents@psu.edu for more information.
I would like to volunteer
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Penn State Parents Program Volunteer Opportunities
- Access and Affordability
- Arrival & Welcome Events
- Campus Life/Housing/Safety
- Career Services
- Advocacy for Penn State
- Penn State Admissions
- New Student Orientation
- Family Weekend
- Student Health and Safety
- Summer Student Sendoffs (in your area)
- Transition to College
- Undergraduate Education/Academic Support/Opportunties
- Underrepresented Students & Families
- Diversity and Inclusion
- First-Generation Students
- Parent and Family Support
- Parents Council
- Parent Ambassador Team
- Both Positions: Please check this box to indicate your interest in either or both positions.
About Us
The Office of Parent and Family Engagement offers a variety of services for parents and families of Penn State, University Park students.
Most importantly, we are here to partner with parents and families in order to ensure student success, provide opportunities for their engagement with the University, and educate them about resources and services available within the University community.
Our staff is available to answer questions, make referrals, and provide timely information to assist parents and families with their student throughout their stay at Penn State.
Our program goals are to:
- Serve as a central resource for parents and families;
- Enhance parent and family involvement opportunities throughout the University community;
- Provide information about the student experience at Penn State; and
- Communicate regularly with parents and families
