Information Technology

We serve the needs of Penn State’s students, faculty, and staff through innovative IT services and support, infrastructure, and effective administrative systems.

Service Status

Help Desk

IT Helps You Succeed

Connect to Tech

We offer students the tools and resources they need to be successful and get the most out of their Penn State experience.

Secure & Protected

The Office of Information Security keeps sensitive information safe from ongoing cyber threats and helps you protect your devices and data.

Software & Services

Explore all of the services, tools and software available for use by the Penn State university community. 

24/7 Support

We are here when you need us—day or night—with answers, training, tools, and other helpful resources.
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Penn State Go

Download the official all-in-one mobile app for Penn State. Available on the Google Play Store  and Apple App Store, Penn State Go includes many popular features such as Canvas, Penn State email, LionPATH, LionCash+, library services, Starfish academic advising, Penn State Eats, and more.

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Artificial Intelligence

As generative AI adoption accelerates, Penn State encourages the safe exploration and use of GenAI tools to further our teaching, research, and service mission. Our faculty and staff are advancing AI science, applying artificial intelligence to solve significant problems, and considering the implications of AI in our classrooms and communities. Explore the AI tools like Microsoft Copilot and learn more about the AI resources and guidelines.

IT Optimized Service Team

The IT Optimized Service Team workstream is one of the University’s transformation efforts dedicated to improving business practices, enhancing service and support for the University community, and creating career pathways and development opportunities for staff. You can learn more about the work on the University’s Change website.

Teaching & Learning

We collaborate with faculty to enhance teaching and learning through cutting-edge technology and explore innovative ideas that transform the classroom experience.

Who We Are

Penn State IT professionals work together to serve as a strategic partner for the University, creating value through digital and IT excellence to enable educational and research excellence.