Penn State Cloud Services
Penn State Cloud Services provides access to industry leading public cloud computing platforms to enable easy and rapid acquisition, development, and scaling of IT resources. Cloud Services let you focus on developing value-added services and solutions, while reducing the administrative burden associated with purchasing, powering, and maintaining infrastructure.
Supported Providers
The university already has pre-existing relationships with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure and Kion. Penn State has negotiated contracts with these vendors to provide the most business value to the university.
Amazon Web Services
Google Cloud
Microsoft Azure
Kion Cloud Enablement
Our Mission
To empower Penn State faculty, staff and students with cloud services that are cost-effective, innovative and easy to consume. Together, through collaboration and partnerships, we will support the continuous modernization of Penn State IT for the betterment of our University and the customers we serve.
Cloud Services Listserv
The L-CLOUDCOMM listserv will be used to send out periodic information to Penn State users on Service Outages, Best Practices, Office Hours, Training Opportunities and other communications related to Penn State Cloud Services.
Cloud Training
Amazon Web Services
Amazon Web Services provides free virtual training classes as well as a digital learning library to help you learn Amazon Web Services fundamentals or sharpen your skills.
Microsoft Azure
The Microsoft Learn website to help jump start your Azure learning. Visit Microsoft Learn to access free training, track your progress, and master the skills you need to quickly earn Azure certifications.