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New Student Orientation for Transfer StudentsOffice of New Student Orientation and Academic Initiatives215-898-7000 provost-nso-ai@pobox.upenn.edu

David Fox DirectorTroy Majnerick Associate DirectorMaggie Gordan Coordinator

www.nso.upenn.edu

Anne Marie Kane Designer, Imogen Design

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FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS

AUGUST 22–AUGUST 28, 2017

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DEAR TRANSFER STUDENTS, We haven’t met you yet, but we already have at least one (extremely exciting) thing in common. I bet you think we are going to say that the answer is: We are all transfer students. Wrong! (Even though that is true). The correct answer is: We are all Penn students!

Welcome to Penn – our home, and now yours, too! As transfer students (from Drexel University and Villanova University), we understand how excited and perhaps nervous you must feel about your transition to Penn. Although starting over in a brand new place is never easy, we feel confident that your years at Penn will constitute some of the best of your lives!

The Transfer Student Organization (TSO) is a resource for all who transfer to Penn. We were founded in 2011 by a close-knit group of students who saw the need to build the transfer community on campus. Over the past few years TSO has played an increasingly central role in the coordination and staffing of your transfer orientation, as well as making the academic and social transition as easy as possible. Everything we do as an organization is with the following two goals in mind: to bring new transfer students together and to help new transfers integrate into the Penn community! There is no doubt that New Student Orientation is going to be an unforgettable and wonderful experience for you, but remember, the fun continues after NSO as well! After orientation, both TSO and the NSO office will continue to organize events throughout the year to ensure that you continually interact with our diverse transfer community and with the Penn community! You can stay in touch with TSO through one or all of the following ways: by liking our Facebook page ‘Penn Transfer Student Organization’ to hear about the latest events, by joining the ‘UPenn Transfers 2017-2018!’ official Facebook page at www.penntransfers.com to talk to other students transferring in your same year and ask questions of previous transfer students, or by checking out our website at www.penntso.com for a wide variety of informational resources and an introduction to all of our wonderful TSO EBoard members!

As this year’s transfer coordinators, we have helped the NSO staff and other student volunteers create a week of events specifically designed for you! These programs, which are social, cultural, and academic in nature, will ensure that you get to know Penn, Philadelphia, and your incoming classmates before embarking on your first semester here. The New Student Orientation website (www.nso.upenn.edu) gives you a detailed picture of all the great experiences and happenings we have in store for you.

We hope that through our social Facebook group you will continue meeting all of the other incoming transfers. This group will serve as a vital source of information during orientation and beyond. By joining the group, you will also be able to interact with Transfer PHINS (Peers Helping Incoming New Students) and the NSO staff. The group also contains helpful resources such as contact information for students in each of the four undergraduate schools.

Congratulations and again, please don’t hesitate to reach out and talk to us. You can email us at tso.penn@gmail.com or call the NSO office with any questions! We look forward to meeting you!

Sincerely,Connor Augustine Allison DuPont Gabrielle WagnerTransfer Student Organization, Co-President Transfer Student Organization, Executive Vice President Transfer Student Organization, Co-President College of Arts and Sciences ‘18 College of Arts and Sciences ‘18 School of Nursing ‘18connora@sas.upenn.edu adupont@sas.upenn.edu wagnerg@nursing.upenn.edu

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Contemporary WritingN33 60 Chemistry Laboratories-Cret WingN33 65 Chemistry Laboratories-

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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 College

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Laboratories of ExperimentalL40 7029 Public SafetyO36 490 Quadrangle, TheL34 155 Registrar (Franklin Bldg)O34 2015 Rhoads PavilionQ32 4110 Rhodes FieldO36 490C Riepe College HouseN32 505 Ringe Squash CourtsM39 220 Rodin College HouseL36 380 Sansom Place EastL36 190 Sansom Place WestK34 7042 Sheraton University CityM33 456 Skirikanich HallN37 610 Steinberg Conference CenterN36 535 Steinberg Hall-Dietrich HallP36 27 Stella-Chance LaboratoriesP34 330 Stemmler Hall, Edward J.M37 550 Stiteler HallN38 320 Stouffer College House (Mayer)O37 555 Stouffer College House (Stouffer)L34 155 Student Financial Services

(SFS/Frankling Bldg)J34 7044 Student Health Service (3535 Market St.)N34 245 Student Life, Office ofM33 570 Towne BuildingM40 105 Tutoring CenterM33 227 Vagelos LabsM34 580 Van Pelt LibraryN37 590 Vance HallM36 395 Vice Provost for University Life (VPUL)L40 7029 Victim Support / Special ServicesO36 490B Ware College HouseN33 605 Weightman HallO37 555 Weingarten Learning Resources CenterN34 620 Williams HallM36 9883 Women’s Center, PennL30 411 WXPN / World Café LiveP Public ParkingL37 195 Greenfield Intercultural Center

TUESDAY, AUGUST 229am-5pmWELCOME CENTER FOR TRANSFER STUDENTSMeet the tPHINS, pick up orientation materials, sign up for various events, and join your class listserv.Location: 1st Floor Lobby, Houston Hall

6pm-8pmSMALL GROUP DINNERSA wonderful introduction to local restaurants. Chat with new friends in a relaxing, exciting atmosphere. Take your pick among various local cuisines around University City!Location: Meet at 1st Floor Lobby, Houston Hall

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 239am-11amTRANSFER STUDENT CHECK IN & WELCOME CENTERMeet the tPHINS, pick up orientation materials, sign up for various events, and join your class listserv.Location: 1st Floor Lobby, Houston Hall

11am-12pmPENN FAMILY WELCOME PICNICEnjoy a picnic to welcome Penn families. Location: Tent on Wynn Commons

12pm-1pmTRANSFER WELCOME SESSIONAn overview of the upcoming transfer orientation schedule followed by a presentation from Public Safety.Location: Auditorium, Cohen Hall

1pm-2:30pmPHINS GUIDED TOUR FOR STUDENTSThe tPHINS will lead students on a tour of important buildings and landmarks on campus.Location: Wynn Commons

2:30pm-4pmTRANSFER STUDENT DESSERT RECEPTIONThe Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) will host incoming transfer students for an afternoon of dessert and coffee, accompanied by music and projections. This event functions as an opportunity for incoming students to get to know the resources of the museum and each other.Location: Institute of Contemporary Art

4:45pm-5:30pmPRESIDENT & PROVOST’S FAMILY EVENTSJoin 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 theTent on Wynn Commons

7:30pm-10pmCOLLEGE HOUSE MEETINGSAttendance 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

10:30pm–12amS’MORES LATE NIGHT Join fellow transfers for a late night bonfire filled with the best campfire food – s’mores! Location: College Green

THURSDAY, AUGUST 2410:30am-2:30pmBRUNCHEnjoy brunch and get to know your fellow transfers and tPHINS. Kosher buffet available at Falk Dining, 11:30am-2pm.Location: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher buffet available at Falk Dining, 11:30am-2pm.

10am-12pmTRANSFER ADVISING SESSION: THE COLLEGEGet instructions on The College’s procedures, policies, requirements, and curricular options.Location: Auditorium, Cohen Hall

11am-12:30pmTRANSFER ADVISING SESSION: NURSINGHave your transfer credit and plan of study questions answered during this advising session with Penn Nursing.Location: Room 207, Fagin Hall

11amTRANSFER ADVISING SESSION: ENGINEERINGLearn about transferring credits, registration, and course selection.Location: TBD

11am-1pmTRANSFER ADVISING SESSION: WHARTONWharton staff address concerns such as registration, prior credits, and requirements.Location: G94, Huntsman Hall

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

8pm-10pmLATE NIGHT AT POTTRUCKJoin Campus Recreation for a night of free food, rock climbing, Zumba, swimming, basketball, and a wide variety of free programming for students of all fitness levels. Our gyms and pool will be open to all students. Please dress accordingly.Location: Pottruck Fitness Center

10pm-11:30pmPENNFEST 2017This indoor/outdoor festival features a casino room, Penn Quizzo, and delicious treats from Philly vendors. Location: Wynn Commons and Houston Hall

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

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2510am-2:30pmBRUNCHEnjoy brunch and get to know your fellow transfers and tPHINS. Kosher buffet available at Falk Dining, 11:30am-2pm.Location: 1920 Commons

10am-1pmNEED-TO-KNOW INFO SESSIONTransfer students will receive critical information about Penn’s websites, including Penn InTouch, and junior transfers will complete the writing diagnostic. Please bring your laptops.Location: Auditorium, Cohen Hall

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

9pm-11pmPENN BOOKSTORE SOCIAL Explore 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

SATURDAY, AUGUST 2610am-2:30pmBRUNCHLocation: Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Shabbat lunch at Falk Dining, 11:30am-2pm.

11:30am-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 ARTThis is the gala event of NSO that everyone talks about! Enjoy great food, music, dancing, and free admission to the world-class galleries! Bus Pick-Up Location: 40th and Locust streetsLocation: Philadelphia Museum of Art

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

10:30pm-12amTSO WAFFLES & ICE CREAM NIGHT Join TSO and the Class Boards for a night filled with delicious waffles, ice cream, and a selection of tasty toppings. Grab waffles, meet fellow new transfer students, and mingle with transfers from past years.Location: Terrace Room, Cohen Hall

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

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2710am-2:30pmBRUNCHLocation: Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Kosher picnic at Falk Dining, 12pm-2pm.

4pm-7pmPENN ATHLETICS PICNICHead over to Penn Park where dinner (including Kosher options) will be available. 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! Location: Penn Museum

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

MONDAY, AUGUST 2810am-2:30pmBRUNCHLocation: Hill, Kings Court English, NCH, and 1920 Commons dining halls. Lunch at Falk Dining, 10:30am-2:30pm.

2pm-3:30pmTOURS OF ACADEMIC BUILDINGSOrganized tours to help students become familiar with buildings in which their classes take place.Location: Meet at the Button

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

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 315pm-8pmSTUDENT ACTIVITIES FAIRGet information from over 400 student groups and resource centers.Location: Locust Walk and College Green

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12pm-4pmLABOR DAY WEEKEND TSO BBQCome out and kick it with the transfers at the annual TSO BBQ. It’s an old school family backyard BBQ, with your new on-campus friends! Meet other transfers, introduce yourself, get down, mill around - whatever fits your style. Reunite, dance, eat all you can eat, and enjoy the music.Location: Hamilton Village

7pm-10pmFRESHMAN PERFORMING ARTS NIGHTHosted by Penn’s Performing Arts Council (PAC), Freshman Performing Arts Night (FPAN) features 46 talented groups ranging from cappella to dance to theatre, and everything in between! Come survey the groups under ACK, DAC, SMAC, and TAC-e umbrellas, and join us for an amazing show! Location: Irvine Auditorium

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 310:30am-12pmTRANSFER CLUB BRUNCHEnjoy a free brunch after your first week of classes and learn about different undergraduate student groups from older transfers. Location: Tap House, 39th and Walnut streets

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