Join the PHINS team!
One Week to Apply!
Want to be a part of New Student Orientation 2022? Apply now to become a PHINS orientation leader! Applications close March 31 at 11:59pm.
What are PHINS?
PHINS (Peers Helping Incoming New Students) are New Student Orientation leaders who are trained to aid incoming first-year, transfer, First-Generation Lower-Income (FGLI), international, exchange, and second-year students with their academic, civic, cultural, emotional, and social adjustment to life at Penn. This interaction occurs before, during, and beyond NSO.
Members of PHINS are introduced to and work closely with faculty, staff, administrators, and most importantly, peers. The PHINS experience allows students to learn more about themselves and Penn along with the opportunity to make many lasting friendships with both new students and other PHINS.
What are the benefits?
- Opportunity to connect and engage with your fellow Penn students and the Class of 2026
- Free early move-in (Sunday, August 21, 2022)
- Free PHINS merch (e.g. shirts, water bottles, sunglasses, etc.)
- Free meals during NSO
- Para-professional experience supporting a crucial University program
- Leadership opportunities & a great resume builder!
What are the expectations?
- Sunday, April 24 from 11am-2pm: PHINS Welcome Session (in-person)
- Early August: Connect and engage with your orientation group virtually through Thrive at Penn (TAP)
Late August (NSO & SYO): Meet in person with your orientation group and assist with NSO programming for first-years, second-years, and specific populations (i.e. international, FGLI, transfer, exchange, etc.)
Important Information
- Selected PHINS will be notified by mid April.
