Welcome 2024
Welcome 2024 marks the start of the academic year and it's packed with activities designed to introduce you to all the academic and extracurricular opportunities Penn State Hazleton has to offer. Your active participation in these events is key to starting off strong and getting the hang of campus life. Learn how to navigate campus, gain a sense of belonging, discover opportunities and, the best part, meet other new and returning students and make some awesome new friends!
In addition to the Welcome activities, you'll also have the opportunity to connect with the fantastic faculty and staff at Penn State Hazleton. Taking control of your college journey right from the start will ensure a seamless transition to life at Penn State Hazleton. Make sure to include Welcome Weekend in your plans, as it's a must for all incoming students. Don't forget to mark your calendar and check back on this page for all the details!
Friday, August 23
Early arrival and orientation activities for international and out-of-state students
Saturday, August 24
First-Year Residential Student Move-In
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Highacres Café, North Hall, and South Hall
Office Hours
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Highacres Café
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Visit at regular office locations (See the Facilities Guide below.)
- Advising and Career Services
- Registrar
- Financial Aid
- Bursar
- Information Technology
- 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.
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
Meet Your Welcome Leader: Mentor Group Sessions
3:30 p.m.
Dr. Thomas M. Caccese Gymnasium
Physical Education Building
Reconnect with some of your new classmates from summer and learn more about your Welcome experience at Penn State Hazleton, in small groups hosted by your Welcome Leader.
Convocation
4:00 p.m.
Dr. Thomas M. Caccese Gymnasium
Physical Education Building
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.
Join your Welcome Leader at your designated area and your group for details and guidance for the rest of the evening.
Welcome to our Penn State Hazleton Community: Your Rights and Responsibilities (Residential Students)
6:15 p.m.
Graham 115
Join Residence Life staff, your RA, and other residents to learn how we create a safe and welcoming community for all students.
Commuter Social (Commuter Students)
6:15 p.m.
Center for Multicultural Engagement, Lower Level of Butler
Join the Penn State Hazleton commuter student community for a social to learn more about our Commuter Council and hear from current commuter students. Plus, it’s your chance to win Sheetz gift cards!
“Free Daps” Comedy Improv Collective
7:00 p.m.
Dr. Thomas M. Caccese Gymnasium
Late @ State
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Not tired yet? Join your new classmates for some optional activities!
BINGO
Join your new classmates in the South Hall Lounge for one of Penn State Hazleton’s favorite student activities. Hosted by the Campus Activities Board. Create new campus friendships, enjoy some pizza, and win great prizes!!
SPORT COURT
Looking for a recreational activity instead? Join your new classmates for some late-night pizza outside at our Sport Court area located in front of North Hall.
Sunday, August 25
Mid-Morning Mingle (Commuter Students)
11:00 a.m.
Center for Multicultural Engagement, Lower Level of Butler
Join the Penn State Hazleton commuter community for a mid-morning mingle to experience commuter spaces on campus and team commuter trivia! You and your team members could win a Sheetz gift card! Plus, all commuter students in attendance will receive a perfect mystery item for their travel to campus throughout the semester.
Chancellor's Lunch
12:00 p.m.
Picnic Pavilion
Rain Location: Graham Lobby
WE ARE Meeting
1:15 p.m.
Join your Welcome Leader at your designated area and your group for details and guidance for the rest of Welcome Weekend.
Odd Rod Success Beyond Trauma – A Journey of Resilience
2:00 p.m.
Dr. Thomas M. Caccese Gymnasium
Witness an inspiring story of resilience and achievement.
Athletics Interest Meeting
4:00 p.m.
Dr. Thomas M. Caccese Gymnasium
Meet with athletics and coaching staff to learn more about playing sports at Penn State Hazleton.
Free Time
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Various campus locations. See your welcome leader.
Take this time to finish settling in or enjoy various recreational activities on campus.
Optional:
• Campus exploration experience - Walk me to class, please!
• Sport Court
• Dine at Highacres Café
Kahoot! Trivia
5:00 p.m.
Highacres Café
Join your new classmates before the Welcome Back Block Party for a chance to win fun prizes at Kahoot! Trivia.
Welcome Back Block Party
6:00 p.m.
University Drive, adjacent to North and South Halls
Join returning students, faculty, and staff for our annual Block Party to celebrate the start of your new journey!
Monday, August 26
Emoji Game Night
7:00 p.m.
Highacres Café
Tuesday, August 27
Penn State Gear Bingo
7:00 p.m.
Highacres Café
Wednesday, August 28
Dunkin' Cruiser
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Front entrance of the Physical Education Building on the Campus Mall Walkway
Wiffle Ball & Ice Cream with Police Services
6:00 p.m.
Sports and Recreational Field
Thursday, August 29
Tie-Dye T-Shirts
12:00 p.m.
Campus Mall Walkway
First-Year College Meetings
12:15 p.m.
First-year students are required to meet with a representative in their major to review program/entrance to major (ETM) requirements while meeting other students in the same major.
| Smeal (University Park) Business | Graham 115 |
| Hazleton Business | Graham 115 |
| Information Sciences and Technology | Butler 202 |
| Liberal Arts including Psychology, Criminology/Criminal Justice | Graham 109 |
| MLT | Kostos 108 |
| PTA | Physical Education Building 107 |
| Communications | Kostos 204 |
| Agriculture & Ag Sciences | Kostos 107 |
| Education including RHS | Kostos 102 |
| Earth and Mineral Science | Kostos 109 |
| Engineering | Kostos 1 |
| Health and Human Development including Kinesiology & HPA | Graham 114 |
| Science | Kostos 202 |
| DUS/Undeclared/Undecided | Report to major session you want to pursue |
Friday, August 30
Campus Photo Booth
12:00 p.m.
Campus Mall Walkway
Saturday, August 31
Trip to Knoebels Amusement Resort
Depart campus at 12:00 p.m.
Sign up in Butler 105 to reserve your spot and transportation.
Women’s Soccer vs. Bluefield
12:00 p.m.
Sports and Recreation Field
Wednesday, September 4
Student Involvement Fair
11:00 a.m.
Campus Mall Walkway
Rain location: Upper Butler Lobby
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, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Normal Hours: Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Financial Aid
222 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 Halls
Normal Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Highacres Café (Dining Hall)
Welcome Weekend:
Friday, 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, 11 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, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday - Closed
Sunday, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Physical Education Building
Normal Hours
Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 p.m. - 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 & 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.