Penn State Altoona is dedicated to designing and implementing robust and constantly-assessed safety measures to make our students, employees, and visitors feel and be safer on our Ivyside and downtown campuses.
Emergencies
If you need immediate assistance, please call 911.
Additional Emergency Resources
National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
Penn State Crisis Line. Call 877-229-6400, or text "LIONS" to 741741
Victim Services Hotline (Call or text 24/7) at 814-944-3585
988 and the Penn State Crisis Line can also be used for consultation if you know someone or are with someone who is experiencing a crisis. Faculty and staff may also refer to the Red Folder for additional information to assist distressed students.
University Police
Penn State Altoona is patrolled by our University Police officers around the clock, 365 days a year. They are responsible for the protection of and service to our students, faculty, and staff. University Police officers are also charged with enforcing both the laws of the Commonwealth and University regulations. They have full law enforcement authority on our campus.
University Police have a close working relationship with area law enforcement, including support agreements with Logan Township Police and the City of Altoona Police.
Penn State encourages reporting misconduct. If you see something, say something.
Penn State offers numerous resources to raise concerns. When in doubt about where to report, call the Office of Ethics and Compliance (814-867-5088) or your Human Resources Strategic Partner for advice.
