Residence Life Mission

Penn State Residence Life is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive living-learning community that promotes academic, social, cultural, and personal development. Our initiatives are rooted in the values of respect and responsibility—for oneself, for others, and for the broader Penn State community.

Educational Priority

Students will develop respect and responsibility for themselves and their communities.

Co-Curricular Learning Goals

The Residence Life Co-Curricular Learning Goals define the essential skills and behaviors students need to contribute meaningfully to their residential communities. These goals serve as the foundation for educational programming and community expectations:

  • Inclusive Language and Action
    Promote a welcoming environment through inclusive communication and behavior.

  • Conflict Resolution
    Learn to manage and resolve interpersonal conflict in a healthy, constructive way.

  • Community Expectations
    Understand and uphold shared standards for a respectful, safe, and engaging living space.

  • Bystander Intervention
    Recognize situations requiring intervention and act to support the safety and well-being of others.