Get Involved

As a Penn State College of Health and Human Development (HHD) alum, we encourage you to stay connected with the university, your college, and your peers in Human Development and Family Studies long after you leave Penn State.

Through a range of benefits that include mentoring, financial services, and networking opportunities, we offer experiences that pay dividends on your degree … for life! Don’t know where to begin? Consider joining the HHD Alumni Society or getting involved in our very active HDFS Affiliate Program Group, participating in our ongoing schedule of exciting events, mentoring a current student, or simply catching up on alumni news.

Health and Human Development Alumni Society — As a member, you’ll play a vital role in student mentoring and career development, awards for student scholarships, internships, and job opportunities. Learn about the many programs and activities the society sponsors.

Health and Human Development Alumni Mentoring Program — Connect with current HHD juniors in your academic department, and share your professional insights, advice, and information about career options or other issues relevant to your specific field.

HDFS Affiliate Program Group — Connect with other professionals who share your HDFS major; network with fellow alumni, faculty and students; and work together to enhance the stature and effectiveness of our department.

Alumni Calendar — Stay on top of a robust schedule of alumni events that will bring you together with others who share your major, professional interests — and love of Penn State!

Alumni Magazine — This annual publication offers valuable news and updates for HHD friends and alumni.

Alumni Awards — Learn about the wide array of impressive accomplishments of your HHD peers or nominate an alumnus/a for an award.