New Student Orientation & Academic Initiatives
Your Transfer NSO Daily Digest
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
Hello Transfer 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 transfer student events, as well as general new student events. Note that events marked as [M] are mandatory.
For today’s weather, we’re expecting partly cloudy skies with a high of 93°.
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.
Transfer Mentorship Program
The Transfer Mentorship Program helps incoming transfer students assimilate into the Penn community. By pairing each incoming transfer student with a current student, new transfers will be provided insight on the various academic, extracurricular, and social opportunities that are available at Penn. Mentors are also there to support their transfer mentees throughout the transition process. All incoming transfer students are encouraged to apply. The application takes less than 10 minutes to fill out. Responses will be used to match new students to mentors with similar interests and passions. Also, join our Facebook Group for more updates and events throughout the academic year.
Morning & Afternoon Events
9am-5pm
TRANSFER STUDENT CHECK IN AND WELCOME CENTER
Meet the tPHINS, pick up orientation materials, sign up for various events, and join your class listserv. Stop by the Student Services Expo for information on additional campus resources and PennCard pickup.
Location: 1st Floor Lobby, Houston Hall
11am-12pm
PENN FAMILIES WELCOME PICNIC
Enjoy a picnic to welcome Penn families.
Location: Tent on Penn Commons
[M] 12pm-1pm
TRANSFER WELCOME SESSION
An overview of the upcoming transfer orientation schedule followed by a presentation from Public Safety.
Location: 200, College Hall
1pm-2:30pm
PHINS GUIDED TOUR FOR STUDENTS
The tPHINS will lead students on a tour of important buildings and landmarks on campus.
Location: Meet at College Green
2:30pm-4pm
TRANSFER STUDENT DESSERT RECEPTION
The Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) will host incoming transfer students for an afternoon of dessert and coffee, accompanied by music.
Location: Institute of Contemporary Art
Evening & Late Night Events
4:45pm-5:30pm
PRESIDENT AND PROVOST’S FAMILY WELCOME AND RECEPTION
Join President Amy Gutmann and Provost Wendell Pritchett for a welcome to Penn families at the steps of College Hall, followed by a light dinner reception on College Green.
Location: College Green
Rain Location: Irvine Auditorium
5:30pm-7pm
PENN HILLEL MOVE-IN RECEPTION
Enjoy a light dinner and learn more about Jewish life on campus.
Location: Penn Hillel
[M] 7:30pm
COLLEGE HOUSE MEETINGS FOR STUDENTS ONLY
Attendance is required for mandatory College House meetings and activities with House staff. Check with your RA, GA, or House Dean for more information.
Location: Various Locations
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!