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Research
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- Research Expertise
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Research Labs
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- Addiction and Innovative Methodology (AIM) Lab
- Alcohol Habits in Daily Life Lab
- Biomarker Core Lab
- Behavioral Neuroendocrinology Lab
- Behavioral Neurogenetics Lab
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Biobehavioral Health Studies Lab
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Bio-Qualitative Research Lab (BioQUAL)
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- Decision Neuroscience
- Disparities Related to Individual Variance in Executive Functioning and Stress
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Epidemiology and Genetics across Populations & Societies Lab
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Family and Child Health Project
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- Molecular Genetics Lab
- Neurobiological Investigation of Learning and Addiction
- Prevention Research to Optimize (PRO) Health Lab
- Rural Health Disparities Lab
- Shalev Lab (Stress and Aging)
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Sleep, Health & Society Collaboratory
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- Smoking and Health Behavior Lab
- Mechanics of Emotion, Stress, and Health (MESH) Lab
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Stress and Immunity Lab
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Stress and Nutrition Research Program
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- Stress, Health, and Daily Experiences (SHADE) Lab
- Stress Psychophysiology Lab
- Substance Use Neuroscience
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Water, Health, & Nutrition Lab
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- Youth Experiences and Later Health Lab
- Veturi Lab
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Outreach & Service
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Career Opportunities for Alumni

As an HHD alum, you already know that The College of Health and Human Development prepares passionate individuals for a host of careers that help people throughout the course of their lifespan.
What you may not know is that we also offer you lifelong access to a strong network of peers and professionals who often open doors to career opportunities, networking, and rewarding ways to give back.
Alumni Career Services
Penn State Alumni Career Services — Take advantage of alumni services that support career changes and job transitions, from job search tools to networking opportunities, resume reviews, and one-to-one counseling.
Alumni Mentoring/Coaching Opportunities
HHD Mentoring Program — One of the most valuable contributions you can make to The College of Health and Human Development. By offering your advice and sharing your professional interests and experiences with our current students, you’ll build long-term professional relationships and contribute in a meaningful way to HHD’s lasting legacy.
Penn State Alumni Association — Offers two programs that connect students with alumni:
- LionLink is a career-focused community of Penn State alumni and students. Alumni can share career insights with fellow alumni and students while growing their professional network.
- FastStart is a faculty/alumni/student triad mentoring program that is designed to assist first-year students in making a successful transition to being a University student.