Office of New Student Orientation & Academic Initiatives
Your SYO Daily Digest
Monday, August 29, 2022
Hello Class of 2025!
We hope you enjoyed the first day of Second-Year Orientation (SYO)! We have many more events planned for you. Below you'll find more information about today's events. Please note that all SYO events are optional.
For today’s weather, we're expecting a mostly sunny forecast with a high of 92 degrees. Stay cool and hydrated!
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
Second-Year 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.
Second-Year PennTracks Tours and
West Philly & University City Tours
You might be familiar with Penn's campus, but we encourage you to explore the many neighborhoods of Philadelphia! PennTracks Tours are free guided tours led by our PHINS student leaders throughout the city of Philadelphia.
Today at 2-5pm, we are offering SYO PennTracks Tours just for you! Check out our offerings and be sure to sign up soon!
Second-Year Experience (SYE)
Throughout the academic year, we are committed to the development of Penn’s Second-Year Experience (SYE) program, which is designed specifically to address the unique needs of second-year students.
For campus partners interested in hosting their own event for second-year students, there are marketing opportunities and grants available, up to $500!
Dining Café Hours For Monday, August 29
Dining café hours 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 | 7am – 10am
Location: Hill, Kings Court English (8am-10am), and 1920 Commons dining cafes.
Lunch | 11am – 2pm
Location: Hill, Kings Court English, and 1920 Commons dining cafes. Kosher dining at Hillel.
Dinner | 6pm – 8pm
Location: Hill, Kings Court English, Lauder, and 1920 Commons dining cafes. Kosher dining at Hillel.
Daily Rewind - Sunday 8/28
Here’s a quick review of events from yesterday!
College Houses hosted their residents at various college house activities.
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 Late Night Activities Fair showcased two acts from student performing arts groups and first years enjoying the inflatable games, raffles, and stopping by the club booths.
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- Explore our website and what we have to offer!
