Welcome Week is where your college journey begins! Over the course of a few days, you'll move into your residence hall (if you’re living on campus), get familiar with navigating campus, meet your program faculty, learn how to succeed at PCT, and connect with your fellow new students before classes start.
Move in and check in quickly and safely with the help of our student and staff crew. Relax to a new student and guest lunch. Then, dive into events, learn more about resources or take care of last-minute needs.
Welcome Week runs Wednesday through Sunday. Attendance at required sessions is mandatory for all new students.
No. Just pack your bags and head to Williamsport on Wednesday, August 12.
All you need to do is check in upon arrival at the Bush Campus Center. Check in according to the schedule below. Students and their guests will enjoy a grab-and-go lunch as you get settled in. Programming for students begins in the evening as parents and supporters depart.
Questions before you arrive? Student Engagement & First Year Initiatives. Penn College students and employees are on campus throughout the weekend to help you with all of your questions. And they will make move-in a snap.
Questions about Housing? Please visit Campus Housing.
We've put together a comprehensive Tool Kit Pick-up and Drop-off guide. Check it out for details about getting your tool kits from The College Store and getting them to your labs.
Campus offices will be open to assist incoming students throughout Welcome Week, and extended hours will be available for returning students on Sunday, August 16.
This is your first stop of the day. Whether you’re living on campus or commuting from nearby, make sure you come to the Busch Campus Center to complete this step.
Please plan to arrive during your assigned check-in window based on the student's last name:
R–Z: 2–4 p.m.
Check-in includes the following:
After check-in, the day will include:
Please note that parents and guests are requested to leave by 4 p.m. This is when we officially start our Welcome Week programming for students.
We’ll end the day with the Wildcat Welcome in the evening, which will be your official welcome to Penn College from the President and the rest of the campus community.
Small-group sessions on topics like campus safety, academic expectations, and campus resources — spread across Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Friday, 11 a.m.–Noon. Meet your program faculty, learn more about your program, and find out what it takes to succeed in your major. Locations vary by program.
Meals are provided throughout the week, along with evening community events to help you meet new people and get connected.
Every student will be assigned to a group with a personalized schedule that includes the required sessions, Program Welcome, and meals. Prior to the start of Welcome Week, you will receive your group assignment via your Penn College email. Once you have your group, you can see your specific session times and locations, on the Guidebook app. Look for your group’s Welcome Week guide to find your specific schedule. You can also RSVP for additional optional sessions and events.
Mandatory sessions will include:
Every student will participate in these sessions throughout the week. There will also be social programs and activities available for all students!
Reach out to Student Engagement & First Year Transitions at any time before Welcome Week begins.
