Office of New Student Orientation & Academic Initiatives
Your Transfer Daily Digest
Monday, August 29, 2022
Hello Transfer Students!
Today is officially the last day of TSO before the start of classes! Below you'll find more information about today's events.
For today’s weather, we're expecting a mostly sunny forecast with a high of 92 degrees. Stay cool and enjoy your last day of NSO.
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 t-shirts, visit www.nso.upenn.edu or email us provost-nso-ai@pobox.upenn.edu.
- NSO Staff
New Student Orientation Schedule is Live!
The New Student Orientation (NSO) schedule is packed with events that prepare you for your Penn career! Take a peek at some of the many programs that you have to look forward to this week. If you have any questions, be sure to reach out to your Peers Helping Integrate New Students (PHINS) Orientation Leader who will guide you through the week. Download a PDF version of our NSO Calendar here.
Today's Calendar
Transfer Advising Session: Wharton
Jon M. Huntsman Hall Room G65 | 9:30am-10am
Wharton staff address concerns such as registration, prior credits, and requirements.
School Specific Events
Various locations | 10am-5pm
Transfer Advising Session: Engineering
Towne Building, Raisler Lounge Room 225 | 3:30pm-4pm
Learn about transferring credits, registration, and course selection.
Convocation
College Green | 7pm-8:15pm
This formal ceremony inducts the incoming Class to the Penn community.
President And Provost's Reception
Penn Commons and Houston Hall | 8:15pm-9:30pm
Mingle with classmates and enjoy a delicious dessert reception to celebrate convocation.
Event Spotlight:
Convocation
College Green | 7pm-8:15pm
This formal ceremony inducts the incoming Class to the Penn community.
Daily Rewind - Sunday 8/28
Here’s a quick review of events from yesterday!
Incoming and current transfer students had the opportunity to socialize with each other at the Transfer Mixer.
The Rec Open House was an opportunity for students to learn about the resources that Campus Recreation has to offer throughout the school year.
The three days of the Late Night Activities Fair came to a conclusion, finishing off with two amazing acts from student performing arts groups and first years enjoying the inflatable games, raffles, and stopping by the club booths.
Dining Café Hours For Monday, August 29
Dining café hours throughout the week of NSO can be viewed through the Penn Dining website here. Dining swipes on your PennCard can be used at the Dining cafés. Dining café options for today include the following:
Breakfast | 7:30am-10am: Hill, Kings Court English (starting 8am), and 1920 Commons Dining Cafés.
Lunch | 11am-2pm: Hill, Kings Court English (starting 8am), and 1920 Commons Dining Cafés. Kosher dining is available at Hillel.
Dinner | 5pm-8pm: Hill, Kings Court English, Lauder, and 1920 Commons Dining Cafés. McClelland is open for Quad residents. Kosher dining options are available at Hillel.
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