Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center Walk in Wednesday
2026-03-04 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, 2500 Bernville Road, Reading, PA, 19605, United States
On-the-spot interviews – Connect with recruiters and hiring managers and learn more about Penn State Health
First Wednesday of the Month
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Critical open roles for our health system are:

Nursing
Respiratory Care
Lab
Pharmacy
Imaging/Radiology
Behavioral Health
Surgical

Register Now
For more information, contact:
Erin McCaw
emccaw@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
610-378-2310

Mothers Circle
2026-03-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center, 2200 Good Hope Rd, Enola, PA, 17025, United States
All are welcome! Share your journey and connect with other moms and future moms at our weekly support group every Wednesday. Our lactation team will be available to answer your questions and address your concerns regarding any type of feeding. We will be sharing our stories and discussing anything and everything motherhood related.

Catholic Mass
2026-03-04 12:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-11 12:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-18 12:00 - 12:30 | Di and Dallas Krapf Interfaith Chapel, 500 University Dr, Hershey, PA, 17033, United States
Catholic Mass will be held weekly in the interfaith chapel. All are welcome.

Long-Term Care RISE ECHO Program
2026-03-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
TRAINING FOR NURSING HOME PROFESSIONALS
(CE & NHA CREDITS AVAILABLE)
No-cost Monthly Sessions | 1-2 p.m. EST | Sep. 4, 2025 – May 7, 2026 | 100% Virtual
Are you working in long-term care or assisted living settings and want to:

Increase high-quality care for residents?
Join insightful conversations with experts & peers?
Foster confidence in providing specialized care?

Register Here
Grow Your Skills. Strengthen Your Network. Champion Long-Term Care.
JOIN our innovative, no-cost, virtual program—a monthly series designed to help long-term care facility leaders & staff improve health outcomes for residents—especially those facing age-related care challenges.
Sessions provide an evidence-based approach to increasing high-quality care for residents by bringing together specialists and non-specialists to improve care for residents in the communities where they live.
How It Works

Monthly live Zoom sessions (1–2 p.m. EST)
Rolling registration—sign up once and attend as you’re able
Each session features real participant cases + 15-minute expert “FlashTalks”

This South Central LTC-RISE program is offered in partnership with Project ECHO at Penn State College of Medicine, a trusted model that connects specialists with on-the-ground care teams to share knowledge and build community-based capacity.
Registration is free and open now. Sign up once to access all sessions

Schedule & Curriculum

Session Time 1–2 p.m. EST | ️ Upcoming Dates & Topics

Sep. 4, 2025 – Resident Councils

Oct. 2, 2025 – Family Councils

Nov. 6, 2025 – Advanced Care Planning in Assisted Living & Personal Care

Dec. 4, 2025 – Medication Reconciliation in Personal Care & Assisted Living

Feb. 5, 2026 – Introduction to the 4Ms of Behavioral Health Training from E4

Mar. 5, 2026 – Non-Ageist Approach to Care

Apr. 2, 2026 – Trauma-Informed Care

May 7, 2026 – How to Effectively Collaborate with Ombudsman

Getting Started with the IRB Training
2026-03-05 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Description:
This training will provide a high-level overview of working with the IRB at Penn State. We will cover IRB structure, general information about Penn State IRB, and useful information about the CATS IRB system. We will also discuss how to prepare and submit materials via CATS IRB, the web-based application system for IRB submission.
Note: This training DOES NOT count toward SARI credit.
Registration:
To register in Penn State’s Learning Resource Network (LRN):

Click the LRN Registration Link.
Click Request.

College of Medicine and Penn State Health: LRN Registration Instructions
Attempting to log in to the LRN using a browser where you are already logged in to a Penn State Health website or system will result in an error message. Use the following instructions to register:

Open an incognito window in your current browser.

Chrome: select the Menu (three vertical dots) in the upper right corner and select New Incognito Window.
Microsoft Edge: select the More Actions menu (three dots) in the upper right and choose New InPrivate Window.
Firefox: select the Menu (three vertical lines) in the upper right corner and select New Private Window.

Copy the LRN registration link from the Registration section above.
Paste the link in the incognito browser’s address bar.
Log in with your Penn State email address (abc123@psu.edu) and password, not your Penn State Health credentials.

Accommodation: If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, please contact orp@psu.edu or call 814-865-1775 at least 2 weeks in advance of the session to allow sufficient time to effectively meet your access needs.

Upstander Café – Microaggression & Unconscious Bias
2026-03-06 07:30 - 08:30 | Webinar
This session is organized by the Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and will focus on Microaggression and Unconscious Bias Education.
Learn how to stand up to microaggressions and bias and create a more welcoming workplace at Penn State Health. Sessions are held virtually on the first Friday of the month, from 7:00-8:00 am.
Register here
**This session will NOT be recorded.
If you have any questions or require accommodation for a disability to participate, please email diversity@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

Neurology for the Non-Neurologist
2026-03-06 07:30 - 16:30 | Hershey Country Club, 1000 E. Derry Road, Hershey, PA, 17033, United States
Save the date for the Neurology for the Non-Neurologist activity, a continuing education service of Penn State College of Medicine taking place Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Hershey Country Club, Hershey, PA. Details will be announced at a later date.

Weekend Childbirth Preparation
2026-03-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Auditorium – Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, 503 N. 21st St., Camp Hill, PA, 17011, United States
This all day class covers phases/stages of labor and delivery, comfort measures and breathing techniques to use during labor, pain medication options and what to expect postpartum. It is best if taken in the last 4 months of pregnancy. For registration information, call 717-981-8238 or e-mail hmoretz@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.

Understanding Recurrent Hernias
2026-03-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Auditorium – Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, 503 N. 21st St., Camp Hill, PA, 17011, United States
Are you or a loved one dealing with recurrent abdominal or groin hernia? Join Dr. Yu-Wei “Wayne” Chang, a board-certified minimally invasive surgeon, at this free information session and learn:

What causes hernias to come back
The latest treatments and surgical advancements
How to reduce your risk of another hernia after surgery

A question and answer discussion will follow the presentation.
Registration

Register by Wednesday, Feb. 25
Call 1-800-243-1455, option 3, or register online

Register Online
Please note: This session is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.

LION Mobile Clinic at the Military Share Food Distribution
2026-03-09 09:30 - 12:00 | UEC Theaters 12 125 Premiere Drive, State College PA 16801, 125 Premiere Dr., State College, PA, 16801, United States
Free health screenings

Social Work Month Education Series – March 2026: Celebrating Social Work
2026-03-10 08:00 - 2026-03-30 16:00, 2026-03-17 08:00 - 2026-04-06 16:00, 2026-03-24 08:00 - 2026-04-13 16:00 | Webconference
REGISTER NOW: This series is designed to increase awareness of social work roles in medical and other settings and to promote social work education for social work professionals. Internet Live Course. Details and times will be announced at a later date.
TUESDAY, MARCH 3
TUESDAY, MARCH 10
TUESDAY, MARCH 17
TUESDAY, MARCH 24

Pediatric Oncology ECHO
2026-03-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Training for Primary Care Providers
(CME credits available)
No-cost Monthly Sessions | 12-1 p.m. EST | Dec. 11, 2025 – Jul. 9, 2026 | 100% Virtual
No matter your level of experience, this program provides the knowledge and community support to strengthen your role in caring for children with cancer.

Expand your role in pediatric cancer care, even if you’re not in a specialty center.
Access knowledge and support whether you’re in a rural setting or an urban clinic.
Explore timely, practice-relevant topics like:

Early signs of pediatric brain tumors
Best practices in adolescent and young adult oncology
Survivorship care after pediatric cancer
Integrative approaches and precision medicine

Register Here
Enhance Your Pediatric Care From Anywhere.
Join a dynamic community of general physicians, pediatricians, and experts for this free, virtual tele-mentoring program designed to empower primary care providers with the latest knowledge in pediatric oncology.
Through 8 monthly sessions, gain the insights and confidence to support young patients facing cancer — from diagnosis to survivorship.
How It Works

Monthly live Zoom sessions (12–1 p.m. EST)
Rolling registration—sign up once and attend as you’re able
Each session features real participant cases + 15-minute expert “FlashTalks”
Registration is free and open now. Sign up once to access all sessions.

Schedule & Curriculum

Session Time 12–1 p.m. EST | ️ Upcoming Dates & Topics

Dec. 11, 2025 – Adolescent & Young Adult Oncology

Jan. 8, 2026 – Pediatric Acute Leukemia

Feb. 12, 2026 – Precision Medicine

Mar. 12, 2026 – Pediatric Solid Tumors

Apr. 9, 2026 – Surviving After Pediatric Cancer

May 14, 2026 – Integrative Oncology

Jun. 11, 2026 – Genetic Predisposition to Cancer

Jul. 9, 2026 – Pediatric Brain Tumors

Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) Meeting
2026-03-12 12:00 - 13:30 | Webconference
Monthly Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) review meeting.

Donate life. Donate blood.
2026-03-12 12:00 - 17:00 | University Conference Center, 30 Conference Drive, Hershey, PA, 17033, United States
Your friends and neighbors need your help. Every day, health care workers race to provide care to accident victims, surgical patients and those needing regular transfusions. That care starts with you and your donation.
Schedule your appointment today
Appointments are strongly recommended to ensure a smooth experience.

Visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Sponsor Code: PS Hershey to view available appointments or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
Save time by completing your pre-donation reading and health history online at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass
Please remember to bring a photo ID to your blood drive appointment
Snacks and refreshments are provided

How to prepare for your appointment
View additional dates and times
Questions? Contact Sean Erony at 717-531-8232.

CATS Safety Submission Training for IBC Researchers
2026-03-12 14:30 - 15:30 | Virtual
Description:
The CATS Safety Submission Training gives an overview of how to create and submit a protocol to the IBC for review. Participants will learn:

The basic steps to create and submit a biosafety protocol
How to communicate and follow-up with Institutional Biosafety Committee staff regarding submissions

Note: This training is strictly regarding the CATS Safety software and does not count towards SARI credit.
Registration:
To register in Penn State’s Learning Resource Network (LRN):

Click the LRN Registration Link.
Click Request.

College of Medicine and Penn State Health: LRN Registration Instructions
Attempting to log in to the LRN using a browser where you are already logged in to a Penn State Health website or system will result in an error message. Use the following instructions to register:

Open an incognito window in your current browser.

Chrome: select the Menu (three vertical dots) in the upper right corner and select New Incognito Window.
Microsoft Edge: select the More Actions menu (three dots) in the upper right and choose New InPrivate Window.
Firefox: select the Menu (three vertical lines) in the upper right corner and select New Private Window.

Copy the LRN registration link from the Registration section above.
Paste the link in the incognito browser’s address bar.
Log in with your Penn State email address (abc123@psu.edu) and password, not your Penn State Health credentials.

Accommodation: If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, please contact orp@psu.edu or call 814-865-1775 at least 2 weeks in advance of the session to allow sufficient time to effectively meet your access needs.

CATS IACUC Submission Training
2026-03-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Description:
The CATS IACUC Submission training gives an overview of how to create and submit a protocol to the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee for review. Participants will learn the basic steps to create and submit an animal protocol, and how to communicate and follow-up with IACUC staff regarding submissions.
Note: This training is strictly regarding the CATS IACUC software and does not count towards SARI credit.
Registration:
To register in Penn State’s Learning Resource Network (LRN):

Click the LRN Registration Link.
Click Request.

College of Medicine and Penn State Health: LRN Registration Instructions
Attempting to log in to the LRN using a browser where you are already logged in to a Penn State Health website or system will result in an error message. Use the following instructions to register:

Open an incognito window in your current browser.

Chrome: select the Menu (three vertical dots) in the upper right corner and select New Incognito Window.
Microsoft Edge: select the More Actions menu (three dots) in the upper right and choose New InPrivate Window.
Firefox: select the Menu (three vertical lines) in the upper right corner and select New Private Window.

Copy the LRN registration link from the Registration section above.
Paste the link in the incognito browser’s address bar.
Log in with your Penn State email address (abc123@psu.edu) and password, not your Penn State Health credentials.

Accommodation: If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, please contact orp@psu.edu or call 814-865-1775 at least 2 weeks in advance of the session to allow sufficient time to effectively meet your access needs.

Inclusion Academy, Experiential Learning: Intergenerational Collaboration in Healthcare Settings. Addressing Challenges and Leveraging Opportunities
2026-03-18 07:30 - 08:30 | Webinar
Intergenerational Collaboration in Healthcare: Turning Differences into Strengths
From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, today’s healthcare teams span multiple generations—each bringing unique strengths, values, and perspectives.
Join us for a dynamic session that explores how to bridge generational gaps, foster mutual respect, and create stronger, more collaborative teams in healthcare settings.
In this session, we’ll explore:

What an intergenerational workforce looks like—and why it matters in healthcare
The benefits and challenges of working across generations
Best practices for collaborating effectively and serving patients of all ages with empathy and understanding

Whether you’re mentoring, being mentored, or somewhere in between, this session will help you navigate generational dynamics with confidence and care.
7:30a – Registration
3:30p – Registration
Let’s turn generational diversity into a powerful asset—for our teams and our patients.

College of Medicine Research Data Live Help Sessions
2026-03-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Remote
The COM Research Data team is now offering live help sessions to support you with all your research data needs. Whether you have a data request, questions about research data, or need real-time data provision, our team is here to assist. We can also help answer any concerns related to data collection or provide guidance on design specifications and self-service design. Don’t hesitate to join the live sessions for expert support and timely solutions to ensure your research runs smoothly.

Inclusion Academy, Experiential Learning: Intergenerational Collaboration in Healthcare Settings. Addressing Challenges and Leveraging Opportunities
2026-03-18 15:30 - 16:30 | Webinar
Intergenerational Collaboration in Healthcare: Turning Differences into Strengths
From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, today’s healthcare teams span multiple generations—each bringing unique strengths, values, and perspectives.
Join us for a dynamic session that explores how to bridge generational gaps, foster mutual respect, and create stronger, more collaborative teams in healthcare settings.
In this session, we’ll explore:

What an intergenerational workforce looks like—and why it matters in healthcare
The benefits and challenges of working across generations
Best practices for collaborating effectively and serving patients of all ages with empathy and understanding

Whether you’re mentoring, being mentored, or somewhere in between, this session will help you navigate generational dynamics with confidence and care.
Registration
Let’s turn generational diversity into a powerful asset—for our teams and our patients.

Inclusion Academy, Culturally Responsive Care: What Inclusive Healthcare Means and How We Can Offer It to All Patients
2026-03-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
What Inclusive Healthcare Means—and How We Can Offer It to All Patients
Creating Equitable, Respectful, and Culturally Responsive Care for Everyone
Inclusive healthcare isn’t just a goal—it’s a necessity. Join us for a dynamic and practical webinar that explores what it truly means to provide inclusive care and how healthcare professionals and organizations can make it a reality for all patients, regardless of background or identity.
What You’ll Learn:

Understand why inclusive services are essential for delivering equitable, respectful, and effective care to diverse patient populations.
Explore how inclusive practices can enhance patient satisfaction, improve health outcomes, and strengthen provider-patient relationships.
Discover practical tools and strategies healthcare organizations can use to foster inclusive, culturally responsive care environments.

This session is ideal for healthcare professionals, administrators, and DEI advocates who are committed to transforming care through equity and inclusion.
Register now and take the next step toward inclusive care!
Let’s build a healthcare system where everyone feels welcome, respected, and cared for.

Condensed Childbirth Preparation
2026-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Auditorium – Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, 503 N. 21st St., Camp Hill, PA, 17011, United States
This one-evening, two-hour class is a condensed version of our weekend childbirth preparation class, focusing on comfort measures and breathing techniques for labor. It can also be taken as a refresher class if you’ve given birth before. Class runs from 6-8 p.m.

LION Mobile Clinic at Bellefonte Senior Center
2026-03-24 09:30 - 11:30 | 110 North Spring Street, Bellefonte, PA 16823, 110 North Spring Street, Bellefonte, 16823
LION Mobile Clinic will provide free blood pressure and blood sugar screenings. No insurance required.

Single IRB (sIRB) Training
2026-03-24 15:00 - 15:30 | Virtual
Description:
This 30-minute presentation provides a high-level overview of the Single IRB process. “Single IRB” in this case refers to the process and requirements for multi-site research studies (that is, a study on which multiple institutions are collaborating) to use a Single IRB of record. This process involves authorization agreements and a different workflow than IRB submissions where Penn State is the only engaged institution.
This training is geared toward first time Single IRB users; it covers when and how to use the Single IRB as well as best practices and general tips. The training provides 15 minutes of instruction followed by 15 minutes with a Single IRB expert. If you are new to the IRB but do not require an authorization agreement, please attend our “Getting to Know the IRB” training session.
Note: This training does NOT count toward SARI credit.
Registration:
To register in Penn State’s Learning Resource Network (LRN):

Click the LRN Registration Link.
Click Request.

College of Medicine and Penn State Health: LRN Registration Instructions
Attempting to log in to the LRN using a browser where you are already logged in to a Penn State Health website or system will result in an error message. Use the following instructions to register:

Open an incognito window in your current browser.

Chrome: select the Menu (three vertical dots) in the upper right corner and select New Incognito Window.
Microsoft Edge: select the More Actions menu (three dots) in the upper right and choose New InPrivate Window.
Firefox: select the Menu (three vertical lines) in the upper right corner and select New Private Window. Open an incognito window in your current browser.

Copy the LRN registration link from the Registration Link section above.
Paste the link in the incognito browser’s address bar.
Log in with your Penn State email address (abc123@psu.edu) and password, not your Penn State Health credentials.

Accommodation: If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, please contact orp@psu.edu or call 814-865-1775 at least 2 weeks in advance of the session to allow sufficient time to effectively meet your access needs.
