Penn State Greater Allegheny's Welcome Conference, presented by New Student Orientation (NSO), is the perfect start to your Penn State journey. This essential program is designed to help you navigate academic challenges and connect with resources that will ensure your success as a new student.

During the Welcome Conference, you'll:

  • Meet faculty, staff, and fellow students
  • Discover campus life and prepare for academic and personal success
  • Participate in interactive workshops led by faculty and staff on academic procedures, student responsibilities, electronic resources, and campus support

Welcome Conference Agenda

Doors Open
8:45 a.m. | Student Community Center

Penn State Blue and White Pancake Breakfast
9:00 a.m. | Café Metro, Student Community Center Upper Level

Welcome and Panel Discussion with GOLD Alumni
10:00 a.m. | Ostermayer Room, Student Community Center Upper Level

  • Join us in the Ostermayer Room of the Student Community Center as we celebrate the beginning of your Penn State story. Hear from our panel of GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade) Penn State Alumni and learn how you can make the most of your first semester experience.

College Meetings with Academic Advisers
10:50 a.m.

College Room
Education Frable Building 119
Agriculture and Science Frable Building 120
Information Technology (UC and UP) Frable Building 205
Social Work Frable Building 206
Business (Smeal and UC) Frable Building 208
Liberal Arts and Communications Frable Building 221
University College Health and Human Service (Biobehavioral Health, Criminal Justice, Psychology) Frable Building 223
Division of Undergraduate Studies (DUS) Frable Building 227
Engineering and Earth and Mineral Sciences Frable Building 301

"Choose Your Adventure" Workshops
Session 1 - 11:35 a.m. | Session 2 - 12:05 p.m.

Session 1 - 11:35 a.m.  
Library Resources
Presented by: Andrew Marshal		 Frable Building 120
Study Abroad/Embedded Trips
Presented by: Dr. Sandra Trappen and Shelbie Howard		 Frable Building 221
Student Activities: How Do I Get Involved?
Presented by: Dr. Brad Kovalcik and Kenneth "JA" Williams		 Frable Building 223
Session 2 - 12:05 p.m.  
Internships
Presented by: Rosemary Martinelli		 Frable Building 227
AI/ChatGPT: What Is It? Can I Use It Responsibly?
Presented by: Allain Daigle		 Frable Building 119

Campus Wide Picnic Lunch
12:30 p.m. | Outside

  • Outdoor activities following lunch.

Before Starting Classes

All incoming undergraduate students are required to submit proof of immunizations before arriving on campus. For detailed information, please visit the immunization web page.

Log into LionPATH to review your to-do list for waiving or enrolling in Penn State Health Insurance. For more information, visit the health insurance information page.

The bookstore offers textbooks for your courses during the first week of August, making it the ideal time to buy without the hassle of large crowds. For convenient purchases, visit psu.bncollege.com.

If you've applied to our Center for Academic and Career Excellence (ACE), consider exploring their textbook loan program.

Complete the parking permit application to park on campus. Permits are free and can be picked up at Police Services in the Frable Building.