LANCASTER, Pa. — As Pennsylvania college students return to campuses this fall, state officials are urging them to protect their belongings with renters’ insurance and to take advantage of programs designed to support their success.
The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID), Department of Education (PDE) and Department of Human Services (DHS) hosted an event Thursday at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology in Lancaster to highlight renters’ insurance options and resources including the EmpowerU initiative and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
“Heading back to school is an exciting time, but many students are unaware of the financial risks of fire, theft or other unexpected losses that occur in dorms, apartments or even while commuting,” PID Commissioner Michael Humphreys said…