Conferences
Conferences form a critical component of the University's Outreach mission. They provide a venue for the dissemination of faculty research, opportunities to bring experts together to develop new knowledge and applications, and provide the opportunity to network with and learn from the best in a wide variety of fields. While Penn State offers more than 300 programs via conferences annually, the following have sections that are particularly relevant to issues of homeland security:
| Date | Conference | Location |
| Aug 18-22, 2008 | 41st Comprehensive Short Course in Rotary Wing Technology | University Park, PA |
| Oct 6-10, 2008 | Underwater Acoustics and Signal Procession | University Park, PA |
| March 3-5, 2009 | 32nd Annual Airport Conference | Hershey, PA |