“There are a lot of priorities as a new student, but your No. 1 concern should be your safety and well-being,” said Penn State Police and Public Safety community education officer Sgt. Monica Himes. “Without it, you can’t meet any other goals. We’re here, along with the rest of the Penn State community, to support and help you.”
During Welcome Week, first-year Penn State students will attend a debut performance of "Results Will Vary*," an interactive theater production that explores the reality of life as a Penn State student. Written and performed by students in the School of Theatre, the show uses stories, sketch comedy and songs to explore topics like diversity, alcohol and drug use, sexual assault prevention and more.
A little preparation and an understanding of safety can go a long way to avoid potential pitfalls that come with enjoying camping and hiking.
Mark Bodenschatz, associate director of the Penn State Facilities Engineering Institute, has been invited to assist Interpol — the world’s largest police organization — to help secure the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The quadrennial international men’s soccer championship is scheduled to be held Nov. 21 to Dec. 18, 2022, in Qatar and will be the first World Cup hosted in the Middle East.
Life can be pretty good during the summer — especially for those who heed health advice about sun safety, staying hydrated and getting needed vaccinations before traveling abroad.
Penn State is committed to providing the safest possible campus environment for our students, faculty, staff and visitors. Given recurring acts of violence around the country, including the recent tragic events at a Florida high school, the University is sharing information about safety programming and resources available at Penn State. Sadly, we are reminded regularly that it is not possible to entirely prevent violence in any community, however, we can reduce the chance of violent events by remaining vigilant and caring for ourselves and those around us.
Penn State police officers at University Park will begin Feb. 23 to carry the drug naloxone, which can save a person’s life during an overdose. University Police and Public Safety Officers will be trained to recognize the signs and symptoms of heroin and opiate overdoses and to administer the life-saving drug.
In the wake of recent hype in the news and social media about the so-called "Tide pod challenge," an expert in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences is reminding people about the dangers of look-alike products in the household.
Pretty much all toys can look inviting to children. But it’s important for adults who are buying toys this holiday season to look beyond the flashing lights and cool noises to make sure they are safe.
Get behind the wheel of a real-life drunk driving and texting simulator, and experience the impact that alcohol and texting has on your ability to drive safely, when Penn State York hosts UNITE’s Arrive Alive Tour on Sept. 7. The simulator will be on campus from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., near the lower entrance to the Pullo Family Performing Arts Center (The Pullo Center).
Some falls are just part of childhood. Learning to walk and nursing scraped knees are milestones that few kids escape. But more serious tumbles – from beds, stairs, playground equipment and windows – are often the most easily prevented.
To help Penn State community members prepare for a fire or other potential emergency situation, mandatory evacuation exercises will take place in approximately 85 buildings at University Park and 90 buildings across Penn State’s campuses beginning this year.
With heavy snow in the forecast, University safety officials are reminding Penn Staters to be careful as they traverse campus sidewalks and streets.
The computer lab in Pollock Building is closed until further notice due to safety concerns.
Penn State Lehigh Valley will offer the S.A.F.E. Training Program (Self-Defense Awareness and Familiarization Exchange) to female students, faculty and staff from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 18 in Room 135 at the campus in Center Valley. This free program is sponsored by Student Affairs and will be presented by the campus' Safety and Security team. The sign-up sheet for the training is located in the Fitness Center.
