Welcome 2025!
Get ready because Welcome 2025 is almost here! We've got an absolute blast planned for you and can't wait to see you here.
Join in on the excitement with our campus family as our lineup starts with move-in days for residential students and great events for commuters. Trust us, you don't want to miss out on any of the action!
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Student Schedule
Friday, August 22
Early move-in for international and certain out-of-state students
Saturday, August 23
First-Year Residential Student Move-In
8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Highacres Café, North Hall and South Hall
Offices
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Highacres Café
12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Visit at regular office locations
(see facilities schedule)
- Advising and Career Services
- Financial Aid
- Housing and Food Service – Parking Passes
- Information Technology
- Registrar
- Student Success Center
Commuter Student Welcome & Check-in
3:00 p.m.
Graham Lobby
Learn more about the Penn State Hazleton commuter community and resources.
Resident Round-up
3:30 p.m.
North Hall and South Hall Lobby
Resident students will meet in their respective hall lobbies (North Hall or South Hall) to join their Resident Assistants (RAs) and walk together to the Gym for a Welcome Weekend session and Convocation. Wear your new T-shirt!
Parent Welcome Reception
3:00 p.m.
Dr. Lil Junas Garden, next to Schiavo Hall
Rain Location: Center for Multicultural Engagement, Lower Level of Butler TLRC
Convocation
4:00 p.m.
Dr. Thomas M. Caccese Gymnasium
Physical Education Building
Wear your new T-shirt!
Regional Chancellor’s Welcome BBQ
5:00 p.m.
Picnic Pavilion
Rain Location: Graham Lobby and Upper Butler
Co-Sponsored by the Penn State Hazleton Alumni Society and the Hazleton Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association
WE ARE Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Picnic Pavilion
Join your Welcome Leader at the Picnic Pavilion and your group for details and guidance for the rest of the evening.
“Free Daps” Comedy Improv Collective
6:30 p.m.
Dr. Thomas M. Caccese Gymnasium
Casino Night
7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
South Hall Lobby and Lounge
Join our Penn State Hazleton Resident Assistants for a fun-filled Casino Night in the South Hall Lobby and Lounge. Commuter and resident students welcome!
Welcome to our Penn State Hazleton Community: Your Rights and Responsibilities (Resident Students)
9:30 p.m.
South Hall Lobby and Lounge
Join Residence Life staff, your RA, and other residents to learn how we create a safe and welcoming community for all students.
Sunday, August 24
Resident Round-Up
12:00 p.m.
North Hall Lobby and South Hall Lobby
Resident students will meet in their respective hall lobbies (North Hall or South Hall) to join their Resident Assistants and walk together to the Picnic Pavilion for Welcome Weekend activities.
Lion Link-Up: Residential & Commuter Students
12:30 p.m.
Picnic Pavilion
Have lunch on us! Meet fellow first-year students and Penn State Hazleton leaders while discovering how to get involved in campus clubs and organizations.
Odd Rod: A Journey of Resilience
1:30 p.m.
Dr. Thomas M. Caccese Gymnasium
An inspiring story of resilience and achievement.
Discover Penn State Hazleton
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Various locations on campus
Explore all that Penn State Hazleton has to offer!
Choose from:
- Campus Exploration Experience with a Welcome Leader
- Mario Kart Party in the Game Room to meet new friends and win prizes
Welcome Leaders will guide you to the destination of your choosing.
Athletes Interest Meeting
4:00 p.m.
Dr. Thomas M. Caccese Gymnasium
Connect with coaches and student-athletes.
Welcome Back Block Party
5:00 p.m.
University Drive, adjacent to North and South Halls
Join Penn State Hazleton students for a relaxed event where you can connect, enjoy great food, and pick up some cool novelty items before classes begin.
Monday, August 25
Nittany Bingo Night
7:00 p.m.
Highacres Café
Tuesday, August 26
Nittany Night Out
Join students, faculty and staff from Penn State Hazleton, Wilkes-Barre and Scranton for a fun night out at the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders baseball game! Stop by Student Services in Butler 105 for tickets or transportation.
Wednesday, August 27
Blue and White Field Frenzy
12:20 – 1:10 p.m.
Sports and Recreation Field
Free during common hour? Head to the field to relax with food and tailgate games for a mid-week celebration!
Wiffle Ball & Ice Cream with University Police
6:00 p.m.
Sports and Recreation Field
Thursday, August 28
Air Brush T-Shirts
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Campus Mall Walkway
Friday, August 29
Nittany Fest
7:00 p.m.
Sport Court (near Residence Halls)
Rain location: Dr. Thomas M. Caccese Gymnasium
Celebrate the end of the first week of classes by joining all your new friends at the inflatable night club!
Saturday, August 30
Trip to Knoebels Amusement Resort
FREE trip to Knoebels! Visit the Student Services and Engagement Office in Butler 105 to learn more and sign up for transportation.
Wednesday, September 3
Student Club and Involvement Fair
11:00 a.m.
Campus Mall Walkway.
Rain location: Upper Butler Lobby.
Parent Schedule
Saturday, August 23
Offices
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Highacres Café
- Advising and Career Services
- Registrar
- Financial Aid
- Information Technology
- Housing and Food Service – Parking Passes
- Offices open from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. See Campus Directory for location.
- Student Success Center
Parent Welcome Reception
3:00 p.m.
Dr. Lil Junas Garden, next to Schiavo Hall
Rain Location: Center for Multicultural Engagement, Lower Level of Butler TLRC
Convocation
4:00 p.m.
Dr. Thomas M. Caccese Gymnasium
Physical Education Building
Regional Chancellor’s Welcome BBQ
5:00 p.m.
Picnic Pavilion
Rain Location: Graham Lobby and Upper Butler
Co-Sponsored by the Penn State Hazleton Alumni Society and the Hazleton Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association
Highacres Café Hours
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Stop in to purchase a bite to eat, your favorite Penn State Bakery treats, and Penn State Berkey Creamery ice cream.
Facilities Guide
Advising & Career Services
204 BUTLER TLRC
WELCOME WEEKEND Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Highacres Café Normal hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Bookstore
WELCOME WEEKEND Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.; Sunday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Normal hours: Monday - Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Financial Aid
212 SCHIAVO HALL
WELCOME WEEKEND Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Highacres Café
Normal hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Health Services
704 WEST HALL
Normal hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Highacres Café (Dining Hall)
WELCOME WEEKEND: Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Normal hours:
Monday - Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Information Technology
116 Butler TLRC
WELCOME WEEKEND Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Highacres Café
Normal hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Lofstrom Library
NORMAL HOURS Monday - Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Saturday - Closed, Sunday from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Physical Education Building
Normal Hours: Monday - Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Registrar
204 BUTLER TLRC
WELCOME WEEKEND Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Highacres Café
Normal hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Student Services and Engagement
105 BUTLER TLRC
Normal hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Student Success Center
203E BUTLER TLRC
WELCOME WEEKEND Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the Highacres Café
Normal hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.