Things You Should Know Part 1: How Cultural Resources Foster Leadership & Wellbeing
Parents and families will have the opportunity to hear directly from students as they share how their Penn experience is multifaceted — extending beyond the classroom to …
Allison Zuckerman: Remixed and Reclaimed
Meet the Arthur Ross Gallery, Penn’s free art gallery located inside the Fisher Fine Arts Library. Grab a t-shirt and other giveaways, and see Allison Zuckerman: Remi…
Break & Reception
Take a break between sessions and enjoy light refreshments in the lobby. This informal reception offers an opportunity for parents and families to connect with one another,…
Things You Should Know Part 2: Helping Penn Parents and Families with the Transition to College
Penn experts will provide an overview of resources available to students and how parents can help their students succeed at Penn. Information covered inclu…
President and Provost’s First-Year Family Welcome
First-Year families join President J. Larry Jameson and Provost John L. Jackson, Jr. at the steps of College Hall.
First-Generation-to-College (Plus) Welcome Reception
Enjoy light refreshments and meet other students who are first- generation and/or limited-income, as well as faculty and staff supporters! Students will have the…
NSO Movie Night
Relax with your fellow new students and enjoy a free screening of either Spider-Man: Brand New Day or The Odyssey. Both films begin at 8pm, so gr…
Treats & Treasures at the Penn Libraries
Come check out the libraries after dinner to grab some treats and see some treasures! Dance at a silent disco, try your hand at Quizzo (Philly Trivia), make a postcard, an…
College House Meetings
Student attendance required for College House meetings and activities with House staff. Check with your RA, House Coordinator, or House Director for additional informati…
New Student Resources Tours
Want to know where all the amazing resources found at the New Student Resources Fair are located? Take this self-guided …
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