We strive to celebrate diversity in all aspects of our educational and operational activities. Our strategic plans are designed to result in ongoing improvements that help prepare future generations of leaders. Our budget is an integral part of our strategic process.
The Board of Trustees reviews and approves the budget of the University and guides general goals, policies, and procedures from a big-picture perspective.
The President’s office ensures that all aspects of the University are running smoothly and promotes overall principles that students, faculty, and staff abide by for the long term.
The University Faculty Senate represents the Penn State faculty with legislative authority on all matters regarding the University's educational interests.
President's Council Members
Eric J. Barron, President
Nicholas P. Jones, Executive Vice President and Provost
Anne (Sandy) Barbour, Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics
Kathleen Bieschke, Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs
O. Richard Bundy III, Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations
Stephen S. Dunham, Vice President and General Counsel
Yvonne Gaudelius, Interim Vice President and Dean for Undergraduate Education
Lorraine A. Goffe, Vice President for Human Resources
Frank T. Guadagnino, Vice President for Administration; Associate General Counsel; Secretary, Board of Trustees
Madlyn L. Hanes, Senior Vice President for Commonwealth Campuses and Executive Chancellor
Shannon S. Harvey, Director and Associate Secretary, Board of Trustees
Tracey D. Huston, Vice President for Outreach
Lawrence H. Lokman, Vice President for Strategic Communications
Stephen M. Massini, Chief Executive Officer, Penn State Health
Zachery P. Moore, Vice President for Government and Community Relations
Damon Sims, Vice President for Student Affairs
William Sitzabee, Vice President for Facilities Management and Planning
Allan G. Sonsteby, Executive Director of the Applied Research Laboratory
Sara Thorndike, Senior Vice President for Finance and Business/Treasurer
Lora G. Weiss, Senior Vice President for Research
Don Welch, Vice President for Information Technology/Chief Information Officer
Marcus A. Whitehurst, Vice Provost for Educational Equity