Welcome to the highly anticipated 2024 Student Engagement Summit! This year’s summit is set to build on the success of the 2023 event, offering a dynamic platform for Penn State faculty and staff to delve into crucial conversations surrounding student engagement in our ever-evolving academic landscape.

In response to the pressing challenges faced by educational leaders, the 2024 Student Engagement Summit will take a proactive approach, steering discussions towards innovative solutions. We recognize that the conventional methods of addressing challenges are no longer sufficient, particularly in the face of funding constraints, shifts in student behavior, and the various influences affecting higher education, such as technological advancements, resources, and cultural trends.

This year’s summit is poised to shape the future trajectory of student engagement at Penn State. Participants will be actively engaged in exploring how our institution can envision and implement meaningful and effective strategies for students, faculty, and staff. The sessions will be thoughtfully curated to align with the current Presidential priorities, including the integration of educational offerings with employment trends, creating pathways for students to leverage the alumni network for mentorships and job searches, facilitating paid internship opportunities for all students, mapping out comprehensive engagement opportunities for each student, incorporating cutting-edge research and engagement opportunities into the classroom, and addressing critical aspects of student well-being, such as mental health and financial literacy.

Join us as we collectively navigate these challenges and collaboratively chart the course forward for student engagement at Penn State. The 2024 Student Engagement Summit promises to be a catalyst for transformative ideas and actionable strategies that will shape the future of our educational community.