Hello Class of 2030!
New Student Orientation (NSO) is just 3 days away! Below you'll find more information about the upcoming schedule of events for NSO and move-in:
- NSO Events Calendar
- Thrive at Penn (TAP)
- Specific Population Orientation
- Move-in Information
- Specific Accommodation Requests
- Penn Violence Prevention Consent Circles
- Penn Parents & Families Orientation
- Sign up for NSO Preceptorials
- Sign up for a PennTracks Walking Tour
If you have any questions regarding NSO activities, please feel free to contact us at provost-nso-ai@pobox.upenn.edu. We can't wait to see you!
NSO Events Calendar
New Student Orientation (NSO) is packed with events that prepare you for your life at Penn! Check out some of the many events and opportunities that you have to look forward to.
There are mandatory NSO events that you need to attend. You may also visit mymandatoryevents.com to view your PHINS Orientation group information and mandatory NSO events schedule.
If you have any questions, be sure to reach out to your Peers Helping Integrate New Students (PHINS) Orientation Leader, who will guide you throughout the week.
Thrive at Penn (TAP)
TAP Phase 1 is Due Tomorrow, August 17 at 11:59pm!
During TAP Phase One, you must:
- Complete the video assignment: Penn’s Equal Opportunity, Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment Policies: An Introduction to Title VI.
- Complete the reading assignment: Penn Reading Project.
- Pass the TAP Phase One Quiz: Your grade must be 80% or higher (which breaks down to a minimum score of 24 out of 30).
TAP Phase 2 will go live on Wednesday, August 19, and your in-person attendance at the mandatory NSO events are required.
Failure to attend mandatory NSO events could result in a registration hold placed on your student record, and you'll be unable to register for your Spring 2027 courses.
Specific Population Orientation
While all new students are invited to take part in NSO from Wednesday, August 19 to Monday, August 24, there are also specific population orientation events for international, transfer, Exchange at Penn (EAP)/IGSP and First Generation and/or Limited Income (FGLI) students, beginning on Monday, August 17.
Be sure to check out the Specific Populations page to find out about events that are specifically curated for you!
Move-In Information
We can't wait to welcome you to Penn! Haven't been to campus before? Check out this campus map for information about parking garages and street directions.
In case you need to change your arrival time due to inclement weather or other unforeseen travel challenges, please email living@upenn.edu with any concerns.
Specific Accommodation Requests
If you would like to request any specific accommodations including fully accessible transportation to any NSO event, please contact Penn’s Disability Services by phone 215-573-9235, or email at disabilityservices@vpul.upenn.edu.
If you have dietary restrictions or questions about nutrition and healthy eating habits, please reach out to Penn’s Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Sarah Goff at sarah.goff@cafebonappetit.com.
Penn Violence Prevention Consent Circles
During New Student Orientation, Penn Violence Prevention offers Consent Circles, an annual consent education program for all incoming students. These hour-long sessions are facilitated by peer educators who are trained to host conversations on consent and interpersonal violence (IPV) with their fellow students. In addition to equipping incoming students to discuss and practice consent, Consent Circles also inform students of the resources available at Penn where students who have been impacted by interpersonal and/or sexual violence can access support. All first-year students will have the opportunity to explore topics related to consent and interpersonal violence in a supportive and approachable environment with their peers.
Consent Circles fulfills the Department of Education’s requirement that all incoming first-year students receive consent education and therefore, participation in Consent Circles is mandatory. All Consent Circles for first-year undergraduate students will be held throughout the day on Friday, August 21.
That said, Penn Violence Prevention and New Student Orientation recognize that conversations about interpersonal violence can be intense, particularly for survivors of trauma. Those who anticipate feeling triggered by discussing interpersonal violence with their peers based on their past experiences can opt out of the workshop and instead fulfill this requirement by other means.
If you need to opt out for the reasons above, please email Penn Violence Prevention at PVP@vpul.upenn.edu. Anything shared with Penn Violence Prevention will be kept in confidence, as all PVP staff are not obligated to report disclosures of interpersonal violence to the Title IX office.
Additionally, Penn Violence Prevention staff members will be available on campus during Consent Circles to provide confidential support during and after the training to anyone who may need it.
Penn Parents & Families Orientation
During New Student Orientation (NSO), Penn has a series of non-mandatory events for Penn parents and families. These programs are offered concurrently to move-in activities and allow families to adjust to campus at their own pace. Visit the Penn Parents & Families Orientation page to learn more about the optional events for Penn parents and families.
Please note any NSO events after Tuesday, August 18 is for first-year undergraduate students only, including Convocation.
Sign Up for NSO Preceptorials
NSO Preceptorials are not-for-credit educational sessions designed to showcase the University’s intellectual richness, further develop a sense of belonging to our shared community, and help students define their Penn experience. These sessions focus on these key areas: Academic Life, America 250, Civic Engagement, Community Building, Cultural Awareness, and Wellness.
NSO Preceptorials will take place on Saturday, August 22 from 10am to 2pm. Spots are limited, click the button below for more details and sign up today!
Sign Up for PennTracks Walking Tours
PennTracks Walking Tours are free guided tours led by our PHINS Orientation Leaders throughout the city of Philadelphia for our first-year students on Saturday, August 22, from 2pm to 5pm.
Read more about PennTracks Walking Tours and sign up below! Since all PennTracks Tours will be happening at the same time, please only sign up for one slot.
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