Educational Support Services
Peer Mentor and Academic Support
Peer mentor supports are available to students who enroll in the program. Current Penn State Harrisburg undergraduate students and graduate students work as peer mentors. Prior to working with students, peer mentors undergo background checks as required by state law and Penn State University policy. They receive training in their role prior to the beginning of the semester and throughout the school year.
Student Orientation
First year students attend New Student Orientation (NSO) with other incoming students prior to the start of the semester. Students register for classes during this orientation.
Person-Centered Planning
First year students will come to campus before the semester begins to participate in an individual meeting with the program coordinators. We call this Lion Tracks Day. The Lion Tracks person-centered planning process recognizes and supports the student’s individual personal plans, hopes, and dreams for life and work.