Parent & Family Information

Useful Links for Parents 
 

http://dubois.knowledge-gate.com/student-affairs

New Student Checklist

College - the First Year Timeline

Safe & Aware

What is Penn State Safe & Aware?

Penn State Safe and Aware is an online module about alcohol and sexual misconduct. The module includes information about the effects alcohol has on the brain and body, alcohol-related state laws, and university policies related to alcohol consumption. The module educates students about relationship violence, sexual assault, stalking, and sexual harassment. The module will help students develop practical skills to keep you student safe.

Who is required to complete Penn State Safe & Aware?

All incoming first-year students who are 21 and under are required to complete the alcohol and sexual misconduct content in the module. First-year students we are over 21 are only required to complete the sexual misconduct content.

How does my student access Penn State Safe & Aware?

Penn State Safe & Aware can be accessed at http://www.safeaware.knowledge-gate.com. Students log in using their Penn State userid and password. They can enter and exit the module as many times as they want.

What if my student has trouble logging into the course, gets error messages, or experiences other technical difficulties?

If your student has problems with their Penn State userid or password, contact the Penn State ITS Service Desk at www.itservicedesk.knowledge-gate.com/, [email protected] or 814-865-4357. For all other issues, please call 814-863-0461 during regular office hours (Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm) or email [email protected].

Who should we contact at Penn State if we have additional questions about Penn State Safe & Aware?

Linda LaSalle
Health Promotion and Wellness
University Park, PA 16802
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 814-863-0461

Parent and Family Experience - email Sign Up

Would you like to stay involved with your student while at Penn State?  If so, please feel free to join us by signing up here http://psu.campusesp.com/users/signin to receive information about Penn State, news, alerts and other important information. 

Parent and Family Guide

This guide will provide families with information about Penn State DuBois. 

Download The Parent and Family Guide

Parent & Family Orientation Program Schedule 

Parent and Family orientation will take place during the June sessions with your student on the they day they choose.  Please have them refer to their email or contact Adam Bundy at 814-375-4763 for more information.