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Welcome Week Schedule

Class of 2028: We are so excited to meet you! We are working hard to create a fun, dynamic, and helpful schedule that will ease your transition into college life at Penn State Altoona. The events you see here are the minimum offering; more will be added as we get closer to the date! As always, the best, most complete information can be found on Penn State Altoona Connect. After your summer New Student Orientation (NSO) date, log in to Connect and sign up for events!

Fall 2024 Welcome Week Schedule

Friday, August 23

8:00 p.m.
Legally Blonde Movie Night
Outside on the Stewart Athletic Fields

8:00 p.m.
Nacho Bar
Patio, Port-Sky Café

Monday, August 26

Noon–1:00 p.m.
Pop-up Pop Bar

Tuesday, August 27

Noon–3:00 p.m.
Convocation and Block Party
Outside Slep Student Center and the Adler Athletic Complex

Friday, August 30

8:00 p.m.
Next Level Gaming Night and Silent Disco

Saturday, August 31

Noon kickoff
Penn State at West Virginia University Tailgate Party

For more details and additional events, please check Connect.

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  • This is Penn State Altoona
    • Welcome from the Chancellor
    • Penn State Altoona At a Glance
    • Mission, Vision, and Values
    • College Leadership
    • Our History
    • Campus Map
    • Current Weather Conditions
    • Livestream
  • Academics
    • Majors
    • Academic Calendar
    • Out-of-Class Learning
    • Eiche Library
    • Registrar
    • Academic Advising
    • Honors Program
    • Campus Closures
  • Admissions
    • Visit Us
    • Information for First-Year Students
    • How to Apply
    • Accepted Students
    • Find Your Admissions Counselor
    • Experience Altoona
    • Virtual Tour
  • Tuition & Financial Aid
    • Scholarships and Awards
    • Grants
    • Loans
    • Work-study
    • Financial Aid Basics
    • Tuition and Costs
    • Financial Aid Information
  • Student Success
    • Student Success Center
    • The Help Tool
    • Tutoring
    • Student Affairs
    • Student and Civic Engagement
    • Health and Wellness Center
    • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
    • Safety at Penn State Altoona
    • Career Services
    • Eiche Library
  • Research & Engagement
    • Undergraduate Research and Creative Inquiry
    • Faculty Research Resources
    • Internships
    • Study Abroad/Study Away
    • Internal Grants and Awards
  • Athletics
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