Penn State Berks offers commuter students educational, social, developmental, and informative programs to help students feel connected to campus, discover involvement opportunities, and learn about campus life programs.
In addition, the Student Government Association has several commuter student representatives within the general assembly.
Whether you are attending Penn State Berks full- or part-time, in evening or day classes, you are encouraged to download the Penn State Go app. Contact the Campus Life Office in 19 Perkins Student Center or at 610-396-6065 to find out more information about services available to you.
Find a space on campus that feels like home
Thun Library and Information Commons
The Thun Library and Information Commons is the main destination when students want to study or take a break between classes. It has individual desks, study rooms that you can reserve, and a Media Commons that features a multimedia studio, an instructional design lab, and computers.
Research Coaches are available to help students, and the IT Help Desk is also located in the Thun Library, and is available to any student who needs help or wants to reserve a laptop.
Multipurpose Room, Perkins Student Center
The Multipurpose Room hosts several events on campus, but also serves as a prime hang out area. There are plenty of tables to work on group projects, couches and chairs for lounging while watching TV or a DVD, and wireless Internet access as well as standard access terminals.
Game Room, Perkins Student Center
You can visit the Game Room to play pool, ping pong, or any of the other games available. Wireless Internet access and standard access terminals work in the room as well.
Tully's, Perkins Student Center
Tully’s Café is our main dining hall. There are lots of options to choose from including the “Chef’’s Table” featuring “home-cooked” entrees; an extensive salad bar; deli, pizza; chicken tenders, burgers and fries; Creamery ice cream, and an omelet station.
Cyber Café, Gaige Technology and Business Innovation Building
Finally, there’s the Cyber Café on the first floor of Gaige, which offers a wide selection of coffee and other Starbucks beverages, daily lunch specials, baked goods, Creamery Ice Cream, and grilled stickies–all of which can be purchased with campus meal card plans.
Beaver Athletics and Wellness Center
The Beaver Athletics and Wellness Center features a full weight room and cardio facility to help meet all your fitness needs. Our athletics and recreation facility currently underwent a major renovation and expansion, which doubled the space. The center includes an enclosed walkway connecting to the Perkins Student Center, and the Creekside Market, a convenience store featuring drinks, quick meals, and more, is along the path!
Contact Us
Office of Campus Life
19 Perkins Student Center
610-396-6065