New Student Orientation & Academic Initiatives
Your FGLI NSO Daily Digest
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Hello FGLI Students!
Welcome to Penn! This is the first in a series of daily e-mails you will receive during New Student Orientation to give you a convenient snapshot of the day’s events, including events designed specifically for FGLI students.
For today’s weather, we’re expecting cloudy skies with a high of 89° and a 40% chance of thunderstorms in the evening.
If you have any questions or would like more information about any of the NSO programs, look for our well-trained volunteers, the PHINS, all around campus in light blue and dark blue polos, visit www.nso.upenn.edu or call us at 215-898-7000.
Morning & Afternoon Events
9am-5pm
FIRST-GENERATION AND/OR LOWER-INCOME STUDENT WELCOME CENTER
Meet the FGLI PHINS, pick up orientation materials, and get introduced to the resources available at the Student Services Expo and Campus Express. This event will also take place at the same time and location on Wednesday, August 21.
Location: 1st Floor Lobby, Houston Hall
1:30pm–3:30pm
SHOPPING TRIP
Take a bus to buy necessities for your room.
Location: Corner of 33rd and Walnut streets
Evening & Late Night Events
5pm-6pm
PENNKIPP WELCOME ORIENTATION
Incoming KIPP scholars are invited to meet the PennKIPP Class of 2023 cohort, current PennKIPP ambassadors, and program director. PennKIPP is a proud FGLI and P1P ally. Penn’s Knowledge is Power Program supports diverse academically talented KIPP alumni through mentorship, academic, cultural, social, financial, and leadership development opportunities designed to promote academic and career success.
Location: Greenfield Intercultural Center, 3708 Chestnut Street
6:30pm–8:30pm
WELCOME BBQ AND INTRODUCTION
TO THE FGLI PROGRAM
Enjoy a meal and meet fellow FGLI students, staff, and some local alumni.
Location: Tent on Penn Commons
8:30pm–10pm
GAME NIGHT
A night of snacks and fun mocktails where students will be able to eat, drink, mingle, and play classic games in an exciting atmosphere.
Location: Hall of Flags, Houston Hall
Share Your Experiences with Us!
Make sure to tag our NSO Instagram in your posts, so we can share and repost all the memorable experiences that you're making with your classmates.
Check your Penn email tomorrow for more updates regarding NSO events this week!