News & Announcements

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Meal Plan Change Deadline Approaches

The deadline to modify the spring semester Campus Meal Plan level or withdraw excess dining dollars in eLiving is Noon on Friday, May 3.

Apr 11

Spring Closing Information

University Housing will close Saturday, May 4, and all students must check out of their rooms by Noon.

Mar 24

Summer 2024 Housing Options

Working on your goals this summer? Live on campus and enjoy the flexibility of custom arrival and departure dates at rates you can afford - just $38 per night.

Mar 07

Delegate Access update for Housing and Food Services

Housing and Food Services is excited to announce that a student can now indicate a delegate with whom staff can discuss their Housing and Food Service (HFS) Contract details.

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Feb 29

2024 Spring Break - University Housing Closedown

University Housing will CLOSE for Spring Break at 12:00 p.m. ET (noon) on Saturday, March 2.

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Feb 21

2024-2025 Housing Preferences Modification Deadline (for incoming first-year students)

University Housing has extended the deadline for incoming first-year students to indicate housing preferences from May 15 to 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Monday, May 20.

Oct 01

University Housing will CLOSE for fall break on Saturday, November 18 at noon. Students who do not have a Break Access/Holiday Housing HFS Contract are expected to vacate by noon. Students who are unable to leave campus for fall break may request to stay via eLiving.

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May 09

Penn State students donate more than $34,000 to 'Swipe Out Hunger'

During Earth Week this past April, Penn State students set a new record and raised more than $34,000 for the Student Emergency Fund by donating extra dining dollars from their campus meal plans.

Apr 27

Penn State Eats Mobile ordering is now available in the Penn State Go app

Penn State has unveiled its latest enhancement to improve the dining experience for students at University Park and the Commonwealth Campuses with the release of Penn State Eats Mobile in the Penn

Apr 25

Summer Housing

Working on your goals this summer? Live on campus and enjoy the flexibility of custom arrival and departure dates at rates you can afford.

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Apr 14

Penn State students can help ‘Swipe Out Hunger’ during Earth Week

Penn State students can celebrate Earth Week, April 16-22, with a swipe of their id+ card.

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Apr 06

Penn State Harrisburg scheduled to upgrade laundry facilities

Starting in fall 2023, Penn State Harrisburg students assigned to buildings with upgraded laundry facilities will use their LionCash account for laundry services.

Mar 27

Penn State Harrisburg chef wins regional culinary challenge

Penn State Harrisburg managing chef Athan Spanos won an American Culinary Foundation (ACF) gold medal for his signature dish at the National Association of College and University Food Services (NACUFS) Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Culinary Challenge, held March 15 in Amherst, Massachusetts.

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Jan 18

Penn State launches new mobile id+ card for students

Penn State launched its new mobile id+ card, allowing students to use their iPhone, Apple Watch, or Android device to access campus housing facilities and conveniently and securely make transactions such as purchasing meals across the University.

Dec 06

Winter Break Closing

University Housing will close on Saturday, December 17 at 12:00 p.m. Have a safe and happy winter break!

A student "swipes out hunger" at Starbucks witth her meal plan card

Dec 01

Penn State students donate $2,400 for food insecurity during ‘Swipe Out Hunger'

Penn State students donate $2,400 for food insecurity during 'Swipe Out Hunger.' The option to donate when purchasing a meal at a residential dining facility extends through December 16.

Oct 31

'Swipe Out Hunger' encourages students to take action against food insecurity

'Swipe Out Hunger' encourages students to take action against food insecurity. The drive will run from November 12 through 20 to coincide with National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.

Oct 03

Food and Housing Needs survey launches at all Penn State campuses

Penn State students at every campus, including World Campus, will receive an email with information on completing the Food and Housing Needs Survey. Students can take the survey via the link in their email or by going to https://bit.ly/food-housing-survey by Oct. 21.

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Aug 13

Are you ready for arrival?

Fall semester is almost here, and we're so excited to welcome you back to campus! Visit arrival.psu.edu for all the information you need to plan.

A student makes a purchase with her Penn State ID card at the Starbucks located in Pattee Library.

May 12

Penn State students donate almost $30,000 to 'Swipe Out Hunger'

During Earth Week this past April, Penn State students raised almost $30,000 for the Student Emergency Fund by donating extra dining dollars from their campus meal plans.