UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — New and returning students to the University Park campus are welcome to join Fall Welcome Week events that continue through September.
A full schedule of events can be found at welcomeweek.psu.edu.
Events are designed to greet students and help them become more familiar with Penn State and State College, whether they are beginning as a first-year students, coming to University Park from another Penn State campus or transferring from another college or university.
"We are very excited to welcome our new students and our returning students to campus in the next few days and hope that they all take advantage of the events that we have planned," said Katie Motycki, director of Student Orientation and Transition Programs. "Whether it's one of our signature events, an event hosted by an academic college, or one in partnership with the State College Borough, there is something for everyone."
Signature Events
Drag Bingo, 8 p.m. Aug. 21
Opulence Presents: Drag Bingo in Alumni Hall will feature a night of drag queens, bingo boards and gag-worthy prizes.
Results Will Vary* Encore Performance, 9 p.m. Aug. 23
Attend a final performance of Results Will Vary* at Schwab Auditorium. Seats are first come, first served.
Rock the Ice, 8:30 p.m. Aug. 24
Skate on the same ice as Penn State’s hockey teams on Aug. 24. Meet at Pegula Ice Arena, Gate B. No prior skating experience is necessary. Rental skates will be provided at no charge.
LION Dash 5k, 9 a.m. Aug. 26
Meet at the State College Borough Municipal Building for a 5k that will lead through the streets of State College. Be sure to wear your Penn State gear. Registration is $15 for current students with a valid Penn State ID. Register the morning of starting at 8 a.m. or register in advance through Eventbrite.
Fresh START Day of Service, 10 a.m. Aug. 26
Meet in Alumni Hall for Penn State’s largest day of service. Students can learn about many service and civic engagement opportunities in the State College community. Registration is required for FRESH Start.
LION (Living in One Neighborhood) Bash, 5-8 p.m. Aug. 31
The LION Bash annual block party is a chance for students to meet their State College neighbors and learn about ways to get involved in the community. The Aug. 31 event, to be held from 5 to 8 p.m., will feature music, food and games.
Student Orientation and Transition Programs is part of Penn State Student Affairs and Penn State Undergraduate Education.