New Student Orientation & Academic Initiatives
Your International NSO Daily Digest
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Hello International Students!
Now that you’re moved in, it’s time to really get to know some of your fellow new students with a day full of international student events, as well as general NSO welcome events. We hope you have a great time! Events marked as [M] are mandatory.
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
[M] IMMIGRATION CHECK-IN
All international students must check in with ISSS and bring their immigration documents for an in-person review. Don’t forget to complete the online tutorial and arrival information form! Visit https://global.upenn.edu/isss/orientation
for available check-in times and information about the check-in process.
Location: Aug 19 & 20: Perry World House (3803 Locust Walk)
[M] 9am–1pm
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT WELCOME CENTER
Meet the iPHINS, pick up orientation materials, and learn how to get started at Penn. Don’t forget to visit the Student Services Expo and Campus Express in Houston Hall for information on campus resources and acquiring your PennCard. International students will have the option to do their immigration check-in with representatives of ISSS who will be on site (9am-10am & 12pm-1pm). Don’t forget to complete the online tutorial and arrival information form! Visit https://global.upenn.edu/isss/orientation for available check-in times and information about the check-in process.
10:30am–11:30am
SMALL GROUP ICEBREAKER
Meet your iPHINS orientation group and get introduced to your fellow classmates!
Location: Perry World House
11:30am–12:30pm
ACADEMIC AND EXTRACURRICULAR LIFE AT PENN
Come hear what the iPHINS wish they knew about life at Penn before starting their first year. Light refreshments will be served.
Location: Perry World House
12:30pm–12:45pm
LIFE IN THE US: BANKS, SIM CARDS, AND TRANSPORTATION
Get information about accessing essential services! Light refreshments will be served.
Location: Perry World House
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
6pm–8pm
WELCOME RECEPTION FOR NEW INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS AND FAMILIES
Penn Global ISSS and the Office of Parent Outreach and Development welcome new international undergraduate students and their families to Penn. This event is by invitation only and advance registration is required. Solo travelers may meet-up with the iPHINS outside Annenberg Center at 5:30pm at the entrance facing Locust Walk.
Location: Annenberg Center
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!