Penn State has won the last three AHA championships games.
The Nittany Lions host six out-of-conference opponents at the Bryce Jordan Center this season.
Kern averaged double figures over his two years in Happy Valley.
The Nittany Lions are 1-1 against ranked teams to start the season.
Two first half goals powered the Nittany Lions to victory on Thursday.
Penn State is 3-0 against the Pioneers in its history.