Penn State is a large university with a lot to offer. It can be hard to keep track of everything, especially during your first semester when you are still trying to decide what to become involved in! Therefore, I have researched and outlined some of the main events and dates to keep track of. From concerts to academic deadlines to parades, the following list includes a variety of events. However, it is not all-encompassing, so make sure to keep an eye out for other important dates or events!
Color Code Key: Important events, Fun events, Important academic deadlines, Home football games, Away football games,
WEPO! August 16-18
New Student Convocation: Saturday August 19th @ 7:45pm
- This is probably the only time you will have the chance to see everyone in your class in the same place at the same time. It is very cool to experience and your parents can even live-stream it as many prominent speakers address you. Make sure to go to White gym and the HUB after convocation ends for fun games, food, and performances.
- See other fun welcome week activities at http://orientation.psu.edu/content/welcome-week-schedule
First day of classes: Monday August 21
Tye Dye in West Halls quad: Monday August 21 @ 7-9pm
Involvement Fair: Wednesday August 23 @ 11am-4pm on HUB Lawn
- Make sure you stop in to see all of the clubs that Penn State has to offer! They have everything from engineering to outdoors to dance clubs
FreshSTART: Saturday August 26th
- I participated in my first year. You get split into groups that go do various volunteering tasks. My group got to build a wheelchair at a daycare in State College. This is a great way to meet new people, have fun, and put something on your resume for the fall career fair!
- To sign up, see http://studentaffairs.psu.edu/hub/service/FreshStart.shtml
Nittany Block Party: Friday August 25th @ 5:30pm on Pollock Road
- A free concert with the KYLE as the headliner (best known for the rap song iSpy)
- SPA is a club that hosts a ton of concerts, guest speakers, etc. Check out their events throughout the semester here: http://www.spa.psu.edu/
Regular drop deadline: Saturday August 26 11:59pm
- Must drop classes you do not plan on taking in the fall semester by this date. Classes dropped by this date will not appear on your transcript.
Be a Part from the Start: Sunday August 27 @ 8-9pm in Rec Hall
- This is your first chance to see Penn State spirit at its height! Learn the alma mater and other Penn State fight songs with your peers.
Regular add deadline: Sunday August 27 11:59pm
LION Bash: Tuesday August 29 at 6-10pm on Allen Street
- Get to know State College! LION Bash includes performances from student groups and local bands, free food and activities, and specials at a variety of local businesses.
Home football game vs. Akron: Saturday September 2nd @ 12pm
Labor Day- no class: Monday September 4
The Weeknd Starboy World Tour Concert: September 6th @ BJC
- Limited tickets still available!
Home football game vs. Pitt: Saturday September 9th @ 3:30pm
Fall Career Day for Internships/Co-op Recruiting: Wednesday September 13th 11am-4pm
- A great opportunity to get experience presenting yourself professionally, getting to know companies, and learning what qualities employers want to see in a Penn State student.
- See a list of employers attending and a map here: http://careerfairs.psu.edu/fall/
Home football game vs. Georgia State: Saturday September 16th @ 7:30pm
Away football game at Iowa: Saturday September 23rd @ TBD
Final Exam conflict filing period: September 25-October 15
- Make sure to check your final exam schedule and file conflicts with the university!
Home football game vs. Indiana: Saturday September 30th @ TBD
Away football game at Northwestern: Saturday October 7th @ 12pm
Parents weekend: Friday October 13 - Sunday October 15
- Penn State offers a ton of events for parents and students to participate in. This is a great weekend to see your parents and show them a glimpse of your new life as a college student.
Home football game vs. Michigan: Saturday October 21st @ TBD
Away football game at Ohio State: Saturday October 28th @ 3:30pm
Away football game at Michigan State: Saturday November 4th @ TBD
Homecoming concert - performer to be announced: Sunday November 5th
- Usually not a big-name artist, but still fun!
- There will be a lot of cool stuff taking place in the week before the game, including tours of Old Main and a carnival, so keep checking this website for updates! https://homecoming.psu.edu/About/Events
Late drop deadline: Friday November 10th 11:59pm
Homecoming Parade: Friday November 10th in the evening
- This is a can’t-miss event! Watch student organizations, sports teams, and more parade around campus on unique fun floats and catch some candy that is thrown your way!
Homecoming football game vs. Rutgers: Saturday November 11th @ 12pm
Home football game vs. Nebraska: Saturday November 18th @ TBD
Thanksgiving Holiday - no class: Saturday November 18-Sunday November 25
Away football game at Maryland: Saturday November 25th @ TBD
Last day of classes: Friday December 8th
Finals week: Monday December 11th - Friday December 15th
By: Lexi Gawelko
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