Office of New Student Orientation & Academic Initiatives

Transfer Student Orientation

Daily Digest

Thursday, August 20, 2026

Hello Transfer Students!

Welcome to your fourth day of Transfer Student Orientation! Below you'll find more information about today's events. Events bolded and marked [MANDATORY] are events that you must attend.

If you have any questions or would like to know more information about any of the New Student Orientation (NSO) events, look for our well-trained Orientation Leaders, PHINS (Peers Helping Integrate New Students) all around campus in light blue and navy blue t-shirts.

Today's Calendar

TPHIN-Led Lunch

Meet outside of Gutmann College House | 12pm-2pm 

Chat with friends and meet new transfer students while trying Penn dining cafés. 

Highball to Hey Day

Houston Hall | 4pm-6pm 

Join Penn Traditions and Alumni Relations in Houston Hall to learn about Penn’s traditions and history, play games, and enjoy snacks! 

[MANDATORY] Welcome to the Penn Community

The Palestra | 6pm-7:30pm

Welcome to Penn–your new home! In this immersive session in the historic Palestra, you’ll be welcomed to the Penn community. Learn about the university values that guide our community and meet people here to help you. Penn ID is required for entry. No bags permitted.

Dining Café Hours For Thursday, August 20

Dining café hours throughout the week of NSO can be viewed on Penn Dining website. The options for today are listed below. 

Breakfast: 7am-10am

Hill College House, 1920 Commons, and Kings Court English House (Halal available)

Lunch: 11am

Hill College House, Lauder College House, Kings Court English House (Halal available), and Falk Hillel (Kosher available) are open 11am-4:30pm. 1920 Commons is available until 2pm.

Dinner: 5pm-8pm

Hill College House, 1920 Commons, Lauder College House, Kings Court English House (Halal available), and Falk Hillel (Kosher available)