Outreach Blog

This digital series highlights unknown stories behind key events and people in Pennsylvania history.

Make this summer one to remember with Penn State Outreach. From outdoor concerts and wildlife encounters to hands-on learning and community events, our programs offer something for everyone. Whether you’re exploring nature, discovering new passions, or simply enjoying time with others, there’s no shortage of ways to stay curious, connected, and inspired all season long.

A week in Los Angeles changed the way Penn State alum Lauren Healy views health care, service, and connection. Through a street medicine course, she discovered the quiet power of dignity, empathy, and human connection in every interaction.

Community members were welcomed to a screening of two episodes of Shelter Me, the Emmy® Award-winning PBS series that tells uplifting stories about the incredible bonds between animals and the people who love them.

Penn State Outreach supports a robust network of programs — impacting learners of all ages, supporting public safety and community development, fostering environmental awareness, and telling the stories that unite us.

In this reflective post, Sadie shares how her internship with Penn State Outreach not only honed professional skills — from crafting social media content to conducting campaign research — but also reshaped her perspective on community engagement.

A well-written sympathy card is a way to offer acknowledgment, personalization, validation, and connection.

Kellie Goodman Shaffer, president/CEO of Bedford County Chamber of Commerce, grew up in Wyalusing, Pennsylvania, where she started watching PBS at a very young age. She has been a member of the WPSU Board for two years.

Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center is more than a peaceful retreat — it’s a hub where education, conservation, and community engagement inspire environmental stewardship. From wildlife programs to hands-on learning and scenic trails, Shaver’s Creek fosters exploration and discovery.

When it comes to grief, we often mistakenly think if we’re not “good with feelings,” we have nothing to offer a grieving person. That is categorically false. Emotional support is an element of grief support, but it’s not the only element.