EXCHANGE STUDENT EVENTS

TUESDAY, AUGUST 229am-1pmEXCHANGE STUDENT WELCOME CENTERMeet the ePHINS, pick up orientation materials, and learn how to get started at Penn.Location: Perry World House

1:30pm–3pmTARGET STORE TRIPSign up on the NSO website at www.nso.upenn.edu to take a bus to Target to buy necessities for your room.Location: Meet the ePHINS at the corner of 34th and Walnut streets

6pm–7pmTASTE OF PHILLY SMALL GROUP DINNERSJoin Penn students and other exchange students for dinner at local restaurants near Penn’s campus.Location: Meet at the Button

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 239:30am-10am FLASH TALKSLearn great tips to manage your busy Penn life and how to make a healthy transition to Penn. Presented by Weingarten Learning Resources Center and Counseling and Psychological Services.Location: B1, Meyerson Hall

10am-10:30am ISSS PRESENTS: PENN TRIVIAFight jet lag with trivia! Get energized and team up with classmates from around the globe to compete for amazing Penn prizes!Location: B1, Meyerson Hall

10:30am-12pm WELCOME SESSION FOR EXCHANGE STUDENTSPenn Abroad gives an interactive introduction to life at Penn and Philly and provides information about your exchange program.Location: Auditorium, Perry World House

12pm–1pmLUNCH WITH ePHINSEnjoy lunch with the ePHINS and learn more about their Penn experiences.Location: Meet at Wynn Commons

1:30pm–2:30pm PUBLIC SAFETY AND INTERPERSONAL HEALTHThis mandatory presentation will discuss your health, safety, security, and well-being while at Penn.Location: Auditorium, Perry World House

2:30pm–4pm RESOURCE CENTER TOURExplore campus with the ePHINS and discover its many resources.Location: Meet at Perry World House

THURSDAY, AUGUST 2411:30am–1pmBRUNCHLocation: Hill, NCH, Kings Court English, and 1920 Commons dining halls.Enjoy lunch with your new friends and colleagues. Kosher buffet available at Falk Dining, 11:30am-2pm.

1pm-2:30pm ACADEMIC RESOURCES AND INTEGRITY OVERVIEWLearn about the role of academic advisors at Penn, including course registration and academic support resources from Penn advising offices and the Weingarten Learning Resources Center. Discussions will include rules regarding plagiarism and cheating at Penn.Location: Auditorium, Perry World House

Academic AdvisingDuring New Student Orientation, exchange students will meet with their Academic Advisor from their respective school. Time, date, and location will be distributed during orientation. Check for live updates at www.nso.upenn.edu.

Immigration Check-InAll exchange 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 information about the check-in process and available times.

Location: Aug 21 & 22: Perry World House (3803 Locust Walk) Aug 23, 24, 25, 28: ISSS (37th and Chestnut Streets)

FGLI STUDENT EVENTS TUESDAY, AUGUST 229am-4pmFIRST GENERATION LOW INCOME STUDENT WELCOME CENTERMeet the FGLI PHINS, pick up orientation materials, and learn how to get started at Penn.Location: Greenfield Intercultural Center

4pm–6pmGETTING AROUND PENN: GUIDED TOURSJoin the FGLI PHINS for tours of Penn’s campus, highlighting the best resources for FGLI students. All tours will end at the Greenfield Intercultural Center right before the Welcome BBQ.Location: Meet at Upper Quad Gate, Lower Quad Gate, Hill, NCH, Kings Court English, or Harnwell

6:30pm–8pmWELCOME BBQ AND INTRO TO PENN FIRST AND THE FGLI PROGRAMEnjoy a free dinner at the Greenfield Intercultural Center (GIC) and meet fellow FGLI freshmen, upperclassmen, and staff. Get familiar with the various academic and social resources for FGLI students and how you can best access them.Location: Lenape Garden, Greenfield Intercultural Center

9pm–11pmS’MORES EVENTAs you wind down after a long day of unpacking and socializing, make your way to College Green for some s’mores! Location: College Green

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CommunicationM36 75 ARCH, TheN34 170 Arthur Ross GalleryL36 532 Bookstore, PennN37 325 Career ServicesM37 50 Caster BuildingL34 416 Center for Africana StudiesM38 420 Center for Programs in

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of Pennsylvania (HUP)O37 555 Housing Services, Dept. ofN34 245 Houston HallM37 617 Huntsman Hall, Jon M.N32 250 Hutchinson GymL36 531 Inn at Penn, HiltonL36 253 Institue of Contemporary

Art (ICA)K37 7002 International HouseK37 7002 International ProgramsN34 255 Irvine AuditoriumP36 260 Johnson PavilionM38 55 Kelly Writers HouseL34 135 Kings Court English

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American StudiesM34 340 Meyerson HallM33 345 Moore School BuildingM33 350 Morgan BuildingP36 335 Morgan Building, JohnP37 355 Mudd Biology Research*

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WELCOME FROM THE NSO STAFFThe New Student Orientation (NSO) staff is committed to making your transition to Penn smooth, educational, and fun. NSO will lay the foundation for your next four years, which we believe will be the most exciting and academically enriching time of your life. The 2017 NSO schedule includes academic programs as well as cultural and social events that explore Penn, Philadelphia, and much more. We encourage you to take full advantage of the wide range of programs and opportunities offered to you during this week – you will not regret it. Wishing you all the best of luck as you begin your Penn experience!

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Troy MajnerickAssociate Director

Maggie GordonCoordinator

John Forde, E’19Team Coordinator

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AUGUST 22–AUGUST 28, 2017

NEWSTUDENTORIENTATIONTo view and search the complete interactive campus map, see www.facilities.upenn.edu/maps CAMPUS MAP

Monday, August 28You will begin the day with one of two sessions. Your Peer Advisor will let you know which.

Welcome to the College, an introduction to the Arts and Sciences with the College Dean, or

Peer Advisor Activities, in which peer advisors will familiarize their groups with important sites on campus and incoming students will have a chance to chat informally about getting started in the College.

After lunch, attend the session you did not attend in the morning.

11am-12:30pm

WELCOME TO THE COLLEGE/ACADEMIC TOUR A See above for details. Location: Irvine AuditoriumAcademic Tour Location: Check with your Peer Advisor

12:30pm-2pm

LUNCH Location: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher lunch available at Falk Dining, 11:30am-2pm.

2pm-3:30pm

WELCOME TO THE COLLEGE/ACADEMIC TOUR B See above for details. Location: Irvine AuditoriumAcademic Tour Location: Check with your Peer Advisor

Monday, August 2811am-12pm

DEAN’S MEETINGDean Antonia Villarruel, Associate Dean for Academic Programs Dr. Julie Sochalski, and the Office of Academic Affairs staff welcome the Class of 2021 and provide an overview of the School, support services, and student life.Location: Ann L. Roy Auditorium, Fagin Hall

12pm-1pm

IF I KNEW THEN, WHAT I KNOW NOW… Nursing Peer Advisors share helpful hints for being successful and making the most of your Penn Nursing experience. After the panel, there will be time for open Q&A and an opportunity to get to know your Peer Advisor. Location: Ann L. Roy Auditorium, Fagin Hall

1pm-2pm

RESOURCE FAIR AND WELCOME PICNICGet to know your classmates and the Penn Nursing Peer Advisors during this picnic lunch celebrating the Class of 2021. After lunch, learn about the many campus resources and the Penn Nursing student organizations.Location: Carol Ware Lobby, Fagin Hall

2pm-3:30pm

WATER ICE AND CAMPUS TOUR WITH NURSING PEER ADVISORSEnjoy a water ice and join the Nursing Peer Advisors for a tour of campus and tips on their Penn and Philly favorites.Location: Meet at Carol Ware Lobby, Fagin Hall

NON-LANGUAGE PLACEMENT EXAMSCHEMISTRYChem 101: Friday, August 25 from 8am-10am in Chem 102Chem 102: Monday, August 28 from 8am-10am in Chem 102www.chem.upenn.edu/content/general-chemistry-placement-exam

MATH 104, 114, 115, 240, 241 & ALL POSTPONED (MAKE-UP) EXAMSOne Unit of AP CreditThursday, August 31 from 6pm-8pm in DRL A1www.math.upenn.edu/ugrad/make-up.html

LANGUAGE PLACEMENT EXAMSARABICMonday, August 28 from 4pm-6pm in Williams Hall 201

CHINESEFriday, August 25 from 8am-10am in DRL A2, A4, and A8

FRENCH AND ITALIANMonday, August 28 from 8:30am-10am in DRL A2http://ccat.sas.upenn.edu/roml

GERMANMonday, August 28 from 9am-10:30am in Williams Hall 306http://ccat.sas.upenn.edu/german

HEBREWMonday, August 28 from 4pm-6pm in Cohen Hall 402

JAPANESEMonday, August 28 from 8:30am-10am in Williams Hall 315

KOREANOnline Test: Sunday, August 20 - Sunday, August 27Writing and Speaking Tests: Monday, August 28 from 9am-11am in Williams Hall 202http://web.sas.upenn.edu/korean/

LATINMonday, August 28 from 9am-10am in Cohen Hall 402www.classics.upenn.edu

ROMANCE LANGUAGE MAKE-UP EXAMS Monday, August 28 from 4pm-6pm in Williams Hall 421

RUSSIANTuesday, August 29 from 3pm-5pm in Williams Hall 737 Wednesday, August 30 from 10am-12pm in Williams Hall 737http://ccat.sas.upenn.edu/slavic

SPANISHMonday, August 28 from 8am-10am in DRL A1

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COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

Cohen Hall Towne Building Huntsman HallFagin Hall

Students in coordinated dual-degree programs (Huntsman, LSM, M&T, and Nursing Healthcare Management) will attend a mix of both Schools’ events. Please speak with your Cohort Director and/or your Peer Advisor for more information about your program’s specific NSO schedule.

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Friday, August 25-Sunday, August 27 Go over the SEAS NSO schedule and what to expect in your first few days of classes. Meet other freshmen, too.

Monday, August 28 9:30am-9:45am

MEET YOUR OPA!Meet your OPA! at the designated spot to walk over together to the Dean’s Meeting.Location: Check with your OPA!

10am-10:30am

PENN ENGINEERING DEAN’S MEETINGMeet the Deans and administrators from the Office of Academic Programs as you are welcomed to Penn Engineering. This information meeting will introduce you to Penn Engineering and provide you with an overview of the School. Location: Harrison Auditorium, Penn Museum

10:30am-11:15am

FUN ACTIVITY WITH YOUR OPA!Location: Check with your OPA!

11:30am-12pm

PENN ENGINEERING DEPARTMENTAL MEETINGMeet departmental faculty and staff in the major or program you plan to pursue at Penn. Locations will be announced at the Dean’s meeting, or ask your OPA! for details.Location: Location announced at Dean’s meeting

12pm-1pm

LUNCH WITH OPA!S AND DEPARTMENTAL FACULTYGet to know the faculty and students in your department, major, and program over boxed lunches.Location: Various Locations

12pm-4pm

FACULTY ADVISING MEETINGSFaculty Advisors will be assigned to you at the beginning of NSO. Meet with your Faculty Advisor at the designated meeting dates and times. An updated list will be on your PURL and with your OPA!Location: Faculty offices, check your PURL for exact location.

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Monday, August 2810am-10:30am

MEET YOUR COHORTStudents meet with their cohort and Cohort Leaders.Location: Jon M. Huntsman Hall, rooms as specified below: Dinar Room F45 Dollar Room F50 Euro Room F55 Peso Room F60 Rand Room F65 Rupee Room F70 Shekel Room F85 Yen Room F95 Yuan Room G50

10:30am-11am

DEAN’S WELCOMEDean Geoffrey Garrett, Vice Dean Lori Rosenkopf, Undergraduate Division administrators, and student leaders will formally welcome the Class of 2021.Location: Baker Forum, Huntsman Hall

11am-12:30pm

ACADEMIC AND STUDENT LIFE PANELS AND WHARTON TOURJoin Academic Advisors, Student Life staff, Peer Advising Fellows, and Cohort Leaders for this interactive program about academic and co-curricular life at Wharton. Location: Various Locations, Huntsman Hall

12:30pm-2pm

COHORT LUNCHHave lunch, meet your cohort, and learn all about the cohort program! Location: Same as “Meet Your Cohort” classrooms

2pm-3pm

WHARTON FRESHMAN FESTIVAL Enjoy interactive games, great food, and giveaways, and network with your classmates, student leaders and staff! Location: Koo Plaza & Café (2nd floor), Huntsman Hall

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EVENTSTUESDAY, AUGUST 228am-2pmINTERNATIONAL STUDENT WELCOME CENTERMeet the iPHINS, pick up orientation materials, and learn how to get started at Penn. 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).Location: Perry World House

1:30pm–3:30pmTARGET STORE TRIPSign up on the NSO website at www.nso.upenn.edu to take a bus to Target to buy necessities for your room.Location: Meet the iPHINS at the corner of 34th and Walnut streets

5pm–5:45pmSOCIAL MIXER FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS TRAVELING ALONEFlying solo? Join us for a Social Mixer to meet other new international students who traveled to Penn on their own and then walk to the Welcome Dinner together! (Note: Advanced registration for the Welcome Dinner is required and by invitation only. Please see below for additional details.)Location: Ben Franklin Room, Houston Hall

6pm-8pmWELCOME DINNER FOR NEW INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS AND FAMILIESPenn Global and Penn Parents welcome new international undergraduate students and their families to Penn. Meet other new Penn families from across the globe and hear from Penn officials as you share a meal together. (Advanced registration is required and by invitation only.)Location: Tent on Wynn Commons

11pm-1amFROM PHILLY TO VEGAS: CASINO NIGHT A night of snacks and fun mocktails where students will be able to eat, drink, mingle, and play classic games in an exciting, casino atmosphere.Location: Hall of Flags, Houston Hall

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 239:30am-10am FLASH TALKSLearn great tips to manage your busy Penn life and how to make a healthy transition to Penn. Presented by Weingarten Learning Resources Center and Counseling and Psychological Services.Location: B1, Meyerson Hall

10am-10:30am ISSS PRESENTS: PENN TRIVIAFight jet lag with trivia! Get energized and team up with classmates from around the globe to compete for amazing Penn prizes!Location: B1, Meyerson Hall

10:30am-12pmINTERNATIONAL STUDENT WELCOME SESSIONThe Assembly of International Students (AIS) and the iPHINS give an interactive introduction to life at Penn and Philly. Dr. Rudie Altamirano, Director of ISSS, provides a welcome presentation on the life of an international student in the U.S.Location: B1, Meyerson Hall

12pm-1:30pmLUNCH WITH iPHINSEnjoy lunch with the iPHINS and learn more about their Penn experiences.Location: Meet at Wynn Commons

2pm–4pmISO WATER CUPCome cool down with your fellow international students at the ISO water cup! You will get wet!Location: High Rise Field

Immigration Check-InAll 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 information about the check-in process and available times.

Location: Aug 21 & 22: Perry World House (3803 Locust Walk) Aug 23, 24, 25, 28: ISSS (37th and Chestnut Streets)

FGLI STUDENT EVENTS

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 239am-11am SMOOTHIES WITH FGLI PHINSBefore you start your first official day of NSO, stop by the GIC and eat a healthy breakfast. Get a sneak preview of GIC Smoothie Fridays with our smoothie bar and other breakfast options. Location: Greenfield Intercultural Center

11am-12:30pmLUNCH WITH FGLI PHINSEnjoy lunch with the FGLI PHINS and learn more about their Penn experiences.Location: Meet at Wynn Commons

12:30pm-1:30pmINTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL AND FIRST GENERATION RESOURCES AT PENNHear from returning students and resource center staff as they describe the programs and services provided to support ethnic, LGBT, First Generation, and all students interested in intercultural programs. Refreshments will be provided.Location: Terrace Room, Cohen Hall

2pm-3pmFGLI STUDENT PANELFGLI students who are first in their families to attend college share their insights on life at Penn and the many resources available to support them. Location: Terrace Room, Cohen Hall

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 266:30pm-9:30pmJoin your classmates for a fun and inspiring evening at one of the world’s greatest art museums. Enjoy festive food while discovering the world-renowned collections of Asian, European, American, and Contemporary art. Take in a spectacular view of the Philadelphia skyline and tackle the famous Rocky steps from this Philadelphia landmark.

Please bring your Penn ID and wear your NSO wristband. Casual attire is recommended. Dinner and dessert will be served through 8:30pm. Free shuttle bus transportation will begin at 6:15pm and will run continuously between the Museum and the pick-up/drop-off points listed below. The Museum is also within walking distance of Center City and Penn’s campus, and taxicabs are readily available.

Bus Stops 15th and Market streets (6:15pm-6:45pm only) 34th and Walnut streets 37th and Spruce streets (Upper Quad Gate) 40th and Locust streets

To learn more about this world-class institution and explore upcoming exhibitions and public programs please visit www.philamuseum.org.

If you would like to request fully accessible transportation to the Philadelphia Museum of Art event, please contact the Office of Student Disabilities Services.

Phone 215-573-9235 TYY 215-746-6320 Email sdsmail@zimbra.upenn.edu

An Evening at the Philadelphia Museum of Art

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2511:30am-5pmThe Penn Reading Project, sponsored by the Council of Undergraduate Deans, creates an opportunity for the Class of 2021 and Penn faculty from all disciplines to share a unifying intellectual experience through a single text, film, or painting. This year’s selection is Walter Isaacson’s The Innovators, which is a masterly saga of collaborative genius destined to be the standard history of the digital revolution—and an indispensable guide to how innovation really happens.

All freshmen are required to attend an introductory presentation featuring Penn faculty. Later in the afternoon, freshmen will meet with their small groups to discuss their essays submitted through Canvas and The Innovators with a faculty discussion leader.

With the kick off of PRP 2017, the Office of New Student Orientation and Academic Initiatives will launch the Year of Innovation, featuring programs and events intended to engage the entire Penn community in exploring innovation and the many ways it shapes our lives. Visit the theme year website for more details at www.pennyoi.org.

11:45am Lunch / 1:30pm Panel in Irvine AuditoriumBlue NSO Wristband Du Bois, Gregory, Hill, NCH, and Ware College Houses

11:45am Panel in Irvine Auditorium / 1:30pm LunchRed NSO Wristband Fisher Hassenfeld, Kings Court English, Riepe, and Stouffer College Houses

3:30pm Small Group Discussions Location: Consult the Penn Reading Project website at www.nso.upenn.edu/prp or contact the NSOAI Office at 215-898-7000

Penn Reading Project

Toga Party at the Penn Museum

SUNDAY, AUGUST 279pm-11pmTake a journey through time with the Penn Museum. Experience renowned collections from around the world. Dine in the magnificent Chinese Rotunda, and dance among the statuary of mighty pharaohs. The Penn Museum invites you to this unique Penn tradition.

In the spirit of the night, all are invited to dress in the garb of the ancient world, and togas abound – some beautiful, some outrageous, and all radically creative. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes, while the DJ keeps things hot for those who like to dance, and the scavenger hunt lures you into gallery after gallery.

Experience the only reconstructed palace outside of Egypt—the palace of New Kingdom pharaoh Merenptah (r. 1213-1204 BCE)—and stand face to face with the largest sphinx in the Western hemisphere, weighing in at 13 tons. The sphinx passed from Ramesses II to Merenptah, from father to son, and now guards one of the most impressive collections of Egyptian artifacts in the United States.

Explore our newest exhibition, Cultures in the Crossfire, shedding light on the ongoing destruction of cultural heritage in the Middle East. By juxtaposing contemporary art with ancient artifacts, this exhibition seeks to tell the stories of the cultures of Syria and Iraq through time as well as the efforts being made to combat the loss of the region’s irreplaceable cultural heritage.

To learn more about the Penn Museum’s fascinating history, collections, exhibitions, research, and student events & opportunities, visit www.penn.museum.

Location: Enter the Penn Museum through Warden Garden, 3260 South Street, right across from Franklin Field.

With proud support from the Undergraduate Assembly.

NEW PARENT AND FAMILY ORIENTATION

TUESDAY, AUGUST 229am-4:30pmNSO HOSPITALITY BOOTHSStaff available to answer all your questions.Location: 34th & Walnut, 37th & Locust Walk, 36th & Spruce (Lower Quad), 37th & Spruce (Upper Quad)

9am-5pmPENN PARENTS INFO STATIONCheck in with the Penn Parents team to begin orientation.Location: Reading Room, Houston Hall

9am-5pmSTUDENT SERVICES EXPO AND CAMPUS EXPRESSCome to your “one-stop shop” for essential services. See inside left flap for details. Location: Houston Hall

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 239am-4:30pmNSO HOSPITALITY BOOTHSStaff available to answer all your questions.Location: 34th & Walnut, 37th & Locust Walk, 36th & Spruce (Lower Quad), 37th & Spruce (Upper Quad)

9am-4:30pmPENN PARENTS INFO STATIONCheck in with the Penn Parents team to begin orientation.Locations: Reading Room, Houston Hall

9am-5pmSTUDENT SERVICES EXPO AND CAMPUS EXPRESSCome to your “one-stop shop” for essential services. See inside left flap for details.Location: Houston Hall

11am-12pmNEW PENN PARENT SESSION AParents are invited to this session to gain insight about the transition to Penn and how to stay connected from afar. Duplicate session offered at 2pm. Location: Irvine Auditorium

11am-1pmPENN FAMILY WELCOME PICNICEnjoy a picnic to welcome Penn families. Location: Tent on Wynn Commons

12pm-2pmTHE PENN LIBRARIES SHOWCASEExplore Penn’s main library which serves as a hub for group study and research.Location: Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center

12:30pm-1:30pmINTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL AND FIRST GENERATION RESOURCES AT PENNHear from returning students and resource center staff, as they describe the programs and services provided to support ethnic, LGBT, First Generation, and all students interested in intercultural programs. Refreshments will be provided.Location: Terrace Room, Cohen Hall

2pm-3pmNEW PENN PARENT SESSION BParents are invited to this session to gain insight about the transition to Penn and how to stay connected from afar. Sessions A and B present identical information. Location: Irvine Auditorium

4:45pm-5:30pmPRESIDENT AND PROVOST’S FAMILY WELCOMEJoin 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 under the Wynn Commons Tent.Location: College Green & Tent on Wynn CommonsRain Location: Full program under the Tent on Wynn Commons

5:45pm-7pmINFO TO KNOW…BEFORE YOU GO: PENN PARENT ORIENTATION PANEL & FAREWELL PROUD PENN PARENTSPenn experts will provide an overview of relevant issues including College Houses, academics, safety, and finances. Staff will be on hand to answer questions. This marks the official conclusion of New Parent and Family Orientation.Location: Irvine Auditorium and Café 58, Irvine

MONDAY, AUGUST 28

Titus Jeffries, EditorStudent Coordinator Office of New Student Orientation and Academic Initiativesprovost-nso-ai@pobox.upenn.edu

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2017NSO CALENDAR

9am-4:30pmNSO HOSPITALITY BOOTHSStaff available to answer all of your questions.Location: 34th & Walnut, 37th & Locust Walk, 36th & Spruce (Lower Quad), 37th & Spruce (Upper Quad)

9am-5pmSTUDENT SERVICES EXPO AND CAMPUS EXPRESSCome to your “one-stop shop” for essential services. See inside left flap for details. Location: Houston Hall

5pmDINNER ON YOUR OWNExplore the various restaurants in Philadelphia. For a complete list of local vendors offering specials, visit the info desk in Houston Hall or www.nso.upenn.edu.

6:30pm-8pmWELCOME BBQ AND INTRO TO PENN FIRST AND THE FGLI PROGRAMEnjoy a free dinner at the Greenfield Intercultural Center (GIC) and meet fellow FGLI freshman, upperclassmen, and staff. Get familiar with the various academic and social resources for FGLI students and how you can best access them.Location: Lenape Garden, Greenfield Intercultural Center (GIC)

9:30pmPENN TRADITIONS HIGHBALL TO HEY DAYJoin Penn Traditions for snacks, games, and fun! Learn Penn songs and sign your class banner. Location: Irvine Auditorium

9am-4:30pmNSO HOSPITALITY BOOTHSStaff available to answer all of your questions.Location: 34th & Walnut, 37th & Locust Walk, 36th & Spruce (Lower Quad), 37th & Spruce (Upper Quad)

9am-5pmSTUDENT SERVICES EXPO AND CAMPUS EXPRESSCome to your “one-stop shop” for essential services. See inside left flap for details. Location: Houston Hall

10am-11amRESOURCES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIESFind out about services, resources, and policies.Location: Conference Room, Weingarten Learning Resource Center

11am-1pmPENN FAMILY WELCOME PICNICEnjoy a picnic to welcome Penn families. Location: Tent on Wynn Commons

12pm-2pmPENN LIBRARIES SHOWCASEThe Penn Libraries are hubs of research and learning and a home for innovative digital technologies and initiatives. Join us at the Penn Libraries Showcase to meet our librarians, explore the libraries’ resources, and discover all the ways that we can help students succeed. Location: Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center

12:30pm-1:30pmINTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL AND FIRST GENERATION RESOURCES AT PENNHear from returning students and resource center staff as they describe the programs and services provided to support ethnic, LGBT, First Generation, and all students interested in intercultural programs. Refreshments will be provided.Location: Terrace Room, Cohen Hall

4:45pm-5:30pmPRESIDENT AND PROVOST’S FAMILY WELCOMESee inside right flap for more details.Location: College Green & Tent on Wynn CommonsRain Location: Tent on Wynn Commons

5:30pm-7pmPENN HILLEL MOVE-IN RECEPTIONEnjoy a light dinner and meet other new Penn students and families. Learn about Jewish life on campus with Penn Hillel staff and student leaders.Location: Penn Hillel

7:30pmCOLLEGE HOUSE MEETINGS AND ACTIVITIES FOR STUDENTS ONLYAttendance is required for mandatory College House meetings and activities with House staff. Check with your RA, GA, or House Dean for more info.Location: Various Locations

11:30am-2pmBRUNCHLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher buffet available at Falk Dining, 11:30am-2pm.

10:30am-12pm and 12:30pm-2pmSAFE LIVINGSafe Living is your guide to working and relaxing safely at Penn.10:30am – Blue NSO Wristband: Du Bois, Gregory, Hill, NCH, and Ware College Houses 12:30pm – Red NSO Wristband: Fisher Hassenfeld, Kings Court English, Riepe, and Stouffer College HousesLocation: Irvine Auditorium

2:30pm-3:30pm and 4pm-5pmSPEAK ABOUT ITA performance about consent, boundaries, and healthy relationships.2:30pm – Blue NSO Wristband: Du Bois, Gregory, Hill, NCH, and Ware College Houses4pm – Red NSO Wristband: Fisher Hassenfeld, Kings Court English, Riepe, and Stouffer College HousesLocation: Irvine Auditorium

5pm-8pmDINNER Location: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher dinner available at Falk Dining, 5pm-8pm.

8pm-10pmLIT ‘N FITJoin Campus Recreation for an active and engaging night of activities and prizes. A fun scavenger hunt will help introduce you to all the programs and services Campus Recreation offers students. The fitness center and climbing wall will be open and free Insomnia cookies to the first 300 students who attend.Location: Pottruck Fitness Center

10pm-11:30pmPENNFEST This indoor/outdoor festival features a casino room, Penn Quizzo, and delicious treats from Philly vendors. Location: Wynn Commons and Houston Hall

11pm-1amLATE NIGHT EVENTSSponsored by student organizations. See NSO website.Location: Various Locations

8am-10amPLACEMENT EXAMSSee the placement exams section on back page.Location: Various Locations

10am-2:30pmBRUNCHLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher buffet at Falk Dining, 11:30am-2pm.

11:30am-5pmPENN READING PROJECTSee details below.Location: Various Locations

5pm-7pmDINNERLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Shabbat dinner at Falk Dining, 7:30pm.

7pm-9pmFIRST YEAR FRIDAY EVENTSSpecial events introducing students to resources around campus. See www.firstyearfridays.org.Location: Various Locations

9pm-11pmPENN BOOKSTORE SOCIAL Welcome to Penn’s comprehensive and comfortable bookstore – a great place to shop and hang out. Enjoy live music and desserts in the 2nd floor café. Location: Penn Bookstore

11pm-1amLATE NIGHT EVENTSSponsored by student organizations. See NSO website.Location: Various Locations

10am-2:30pmBRUNCHLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Shabbat lunch at Falk Dining, 11:30am-2pm.

11:30am-1pm; 1:30pm-3pm; 3:30pm-5pmNSO PRECEPTORIALSThese informal sampler courses offer a taste of the imaginative and varied academic discourse at Penn. See NSO website.Location: Various Locations

6:30pm-9:30pmEVENING AT THE PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ARTSee details below. Location: Philadelphia Museum of Art

9:30pmNSO SPEAKEASYThis open mic night features performances by the Class of 2021. Bring your poetry, your guitar, or your award-winning essay and share your talents with your classmates, or just come to hang out, listen, and check out the Writers House. Location: Kelly Writers House Garden

10pmCOMEDY NIGHT AT IRVINE Enjoy an evening of laughs with professional stand-up comedians. Location: Irvine Auditorium

11pm-1amLATE NIGHT EVENTSSponsored by student organizations. See NSO website.Location: Various Locations

10:30am-2:30pm BRUNCHLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher picnic at Falk Dining, 12pm-2pm.

11:30am-1pm and 1:30pm-3pmPENN LIFE SKETCHESPerformances by the PHINS about the freshman experience.11:30am – Blue NSO Wristband: Du Bois, Gregory, Hill, NCH, and Ware College Houses 1:30pm – Red NSO Wristband: Fisher Hassenfeld, Kings Court English, Riepe, and Stouffer College HousesLocation: Irvine Auditorium

4pm-7pmPENN ATHLETICS PICNIC AND CLASS OF 2021 PHOTOHead over to Penn Park where dinner (including Kosher options) will be available. Penn Traditions and the Red and Blue Crew will be giving out the official Class of 2021 t-shirts. Show your Penn pride and wear it for the official class photo! The Penn Athletics Picnic is your sole dining option for this evening. Penn ID and NSO wristbands required.Location: Penn ParkRain Location: Class of 1923 Ice Rink

7pm-9pmCOLLEGE HOUSE ACTIVITIESAll residents are invited to attend various College House events. See your RA, GA, or House Dean for more info.Location: Various Locations

9pm-11pmTOGA PARTY AT THE PENN MUSEUMCome in your best Greek, Roman, or Egyptian costume to visit this world-famous museum! See details below.Location: Penn Museum

11pm-1amLATE NIGHT EVENTSSponsored by student organizations. See NSO website.Location: Various Locations

8am-10amPLACEMENT EXAMSSee the placement exams section on back page.Location: Various Locations

9:30am-4pmSCHOOL-SPECIFIC EVENTSSee back page for details.Location: Various Locations

10am-2:30pmBRUNCHLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher lunch at Falk Dining, 10:30am-2:30pm.

4pm-6pmPLACEMENT EXAMSSee the placement exams section on back page.Location: Various Locations

4pm or 5pm-7pmDINNERTwo seatings. Ask your RA or GA for details. Location: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher dinner at Falk Dining, 5pm-7pm.

4pm-7pmCONVOCATIONThis formal ceremony inducts incoming classes to the Penn community.Location: College GreenRain Location: The Palestra

8:15pm-9:30pmPRESIDENT AND PROVOST’S RECEPTIONEnjoy a delicious dessert reception to celebrate Convocation.Location: Tent on Wynn Commons

STUDENT SERVICES EXPO AND CAMPUS EXPRESSThe Student Services Expo and Campus Express Center is in Houston Hall on Tuesday, August 22 and Wednesday, August 23, 9am–5pm. Visit this “one-stop shop” to simplify the start of the school year.

�Amazon@Penn: Amazon@Penn, located in 1920 Commons, offers a secure and convenient place to pick up your Amazon orders. Amazon Student and Prime members get free Same-Day or One-Day pick up on a wide selection of items.

�Banking Options: Meet with representatives from the Student Federal Credit Union and PNC Bank to set up your bank account.

�Bicycle or Laptop Security: Penn Police will administer registration stickers, or pick them up if you arranged for them in advance. Bicycle and laptop locks will be available for purchase.

�Campus Health and Student Health Service: Student Health Service is located on campus and committed to partnering with you to treat your illnesses and injuries, promote wellness, and provide you with health education and information. All full time students are eligible to access health services. Campus Health is the public health division of SHS and offers a wide array of health education and disease prevention programs. For more details visit us online.

�Campus Recreation: Get information about the sports clubs, intramural sports, instructional classes, and special events.

�Division of Public Safety: Register for UPennAlert and Penn Guardian, and get safety information about living on and off-campus. Visit our DPS website for updates, safety tips, and a variety of other safety resources.

�Penn Bookstore: Get information on the Textbook Price Match Program, spin the wheel to get savings on your favorite Penn items, and much more!

�PennCard: Pick up your pre-made PennCard or have your card made on site. Add cash to your PennCard’s pre-paid debit feature, PennCash, which can be used for University facilities, services, events, meals, and more.

�Penn Dining: Pick up service information and dining schedules; meet with representatives to discuss flexible and varied dining options.

�Penn Leads The Vote: Register to vote and learn more about how to get civically engaged on campus.

�Penn Transit Services: Get information on the transportation services available at Penn, including shuttle services, Penn Buses (East & West), and accessible transit. Pick up transit maps and talk with representatives from SEPTA, Philadelphia’s public transportation system.

�PersonalShip: All students have access to Penn’s new PersonalShip program which allows you to ship your express mail packages via UPS and DHL at discounted rates, for significant savings on shipping costs.

�Student Employment: Search for both work-study and non-work-study jobs, and find forms or other employment details at the Student Services Expo.

�Student Financial Services: Visit our SRFS site for all student financial matters, including billing, payment options, financial aid, and loans.

�Technology Assistance: Representatives from Information and Security, College House Computing, and the Computer Connection will be on hand to answer your technology questions, help you sign up for Comcast cable service, and offer the latest technology at educational discounts.

In addition, representatives from AT&T, Penn’s Libraries, and Computing Resource Center will be present to answer any questions.

DINING SCHEDULE 2017�Falk Dining in Hillel is Penn’s Kosher dining facility�Halal food is served at Kings Court English upon request�If you have dietary restrictions or questions about nutrition and healthy eating

habits, please reach out to Penn’s Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Dan Connolly, at daniel.connolly@cafebonappetit.com. �The schedule below reflects your NSO Dining Plan. Fall 2017 Dining Plans begin

on Tuesday, August 29.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2311am-1pmPENN FAMILY WELCOME PICNICLocation: Tent on Wynn Commons 5:15pmPRESIDENT AND PROVOST’S FAMILY WELCOMEA light dinner reception will be provided.Location: Tent on Wynn Commons

THURSDAY, AUGUST 2410:30am-2:30pmBRUNCHLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher buffet available at Falk Dining, 11:30am-2pm.5pm-8pmDINNERLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher dinner at Falk Dining, 5pm-8pm.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2510am-2:30pmBRUNCHLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher buffet at Falk Dining, 11:30am-2pm.5pm-7pmDINNERLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Shabbat dinner at Falk Dining, 7:30pm.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 2610am-2:30pmBRUNCHLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Shabbat lunch at Falk Dining, 11:30am-1:30pm.6:30pm-9:30pmDINNERLocation: Philadelphia Museum of Art

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2710am-2:30pmBRUNCHLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher picnic available at Falk Dining, 12pm-2pm. 4pm-7pmDINNERThe Penn Athletics Picnic at Penn Park is your sole dining option for this evening; all dining halls will be closed. Kosher options available. Rain location is Class of 1923 Ice Rink.

MONDAY, AUGUST 2810am-2:30pmBRUNCHLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher lunch at Falk Dining, 10:30am-2:30pm.4pm or 5pm-7pmDINNERTwo seatings. Ask your RA or GA for details. Location: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher dinner at Falk Dining, 5pm-7pm.

INFORMATION NPFOSUNDAY, AUGUST 27SATURDAY, AUGUST 26FRIDAY, AUGUST 25THURSDAY, AUGUST 24WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23TUESDAY, AUGUST 22

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