Start the semester off right. Move in and check in quickly and safely with the help of our student and staff crew. Relax to a new student and guest lunch. Then, dive into events, learn more about resources or take care of last-minute needs.
Welcome Week will take place August 13–17, 2025.
Welcome Week is a time for all new students (on campus, off campus, and commuter students) to have fun, learn more about campus resources, and accomplish a few tasks before the first day of class. As a new student, you have a series of required sessions and tasks that you must complete before the first day of class. You can learn about those requirements and craft your schedule for your Welcome Week experience by RSVPing to events via the Engage platform. Engage will be your one-stop shop for getting involved in campus life and student organizations, and finding out about campus events and information. Students can log into Engage with their pct credentials.
New Student Check-In and Move-In (On Campus, Off Campus, Commuter Students)
| Last Name | Time |
|---|---|
| A - C | 8:00 - 9:15 AM |
| D - G | 9:15 - 10:30 AM |
| H - K | 10:30 - 11:45 AM |
| L - M | 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM |
| N - S | 1:00 - 2:15 PM |
| T - Z | 2:15 - 3:30 PM |
Toolbox Drop-Off
Drop off large/heavy toolboxes to temporary holding locations.
Permanent storage provided during your first class. Bring smaller handheld toolboxes to your first class.
| Program | Location |
|---|---|
| Collision Repair | College Avenue Labs (CAL), Rm. 165, southern overhead door |
| Automotive | Automotive Technology Center (ATC), Rm. 121, western overhead door |
| Diesel/Heavy Equipment | Earth Science Center (ESC), Diesel Engine Lab (accessed via first overhead door to the right of the main ESC entrance) |
| Aviation | Aviation Center (AVC), lobby |
For all other programs: students should bring their tools to the first day of class or claim a locker in the building where most of your tools will be utilized.
Move-in Lunch
This is free for students and parents/guests.
Parents / Guest Question & Answer Drop-in
Stop by the Campus Center Patio to ask any final questions.
Parents & Guests Depart
Dinner
Students will be staggered by housing assignment.
Residence Hall Floor Meetings
On-campus students will have residence hall floor meetings in a variety of locations. The Resident Assistant will communicate with their residents about the location.
Off-Campus/Commuter Meet Up
Off-campus and commuter students are invited to a meet and greet reception where important information will also be provided.
Campus Wide Bingo
It’s a Penn College classic! Get into the swing of things with one of four themed bingos across campus.
Welcome Week Sessions
Students must complete a series of required sessions during Welcome Week. Sessions are offered at a variety of times across campus to provide students with the opportunity to craft their own schedule. Students must attend the following required sessions at least once over the course of the four days and should log into Engage to see the time/date/location details and RSVP for their preferred section.
Required Sessions
Students can choose to attend as many of these events as they please throughout Welcome Week, but must complete a minimum of two, and should log into Engage to see the time/date/location details and RSVP for their preferred section.
Elective Sessions
Get Involved:
Workshops & Trainings:
Toolbox Drop-Off
Drop off large/heavy toolboxes to temporary holding locations. Permanent storage provided during your first class. Bring smaller handheld toolboxes to your first class.
| Program | Location |
|---|---|
| Diesel/Heavy Equipment | Earth Science Center (ESC), Diesel Engine Lab (accessed via first overhead door to the right of the main ESC entrance) |
For all other programs: students should bring their tools to the first day of class or claim a locker in the building where most of your tools will be utilized.
Rape Culture: A Survivor’s Perspective | Required Session
Brittany Piper was 20 years old when she was brutally raped by a man pretending to be a good Samaritan. Now, nearly ten years later, she refuses to keep silent as she gently unravels this sensitive topic with audiences, allowing them to gain a deeper understanding of this prevalent issue. Her personal and moving story, blended with a non-judgmental and healthy dialogue about rape, compelling research, and interactive activities, offers a meaningful picture of the realities of the toxic culture in which we live. Brittany reveals how we all participate in rape culture, even from a young age, and helps individuals to understand the role they play in either perpetuating or ending the cycle. Participants leave feeling empowered to not only combat sexual violence in their communities, but to be a pillar of strength for the survivors around them.
Learning Outcomes:
Dinner Begins
Students will be staggered by housing assignment.
Off-Campus/Commuter Meet Up
Off-campus and commuter students are invited to a meet and greet reception where important information will also be provided.
Wildcats R.O.A.R. | Required Session
Learn to step up and be the change! Attend this interactive workshop designed to support and empower students to address negative, excluding, and dangerous behaviors on campus and in the community.
Get to Know S’more People
Hang out with us by the fire, make some s’mores, and meet new people in this chill social event.
Welcome Week Sessions
Required Sessions
Elective Sessions
Get Involved:
Workshops & Trainings:
Toolbox Drop-Off
Drop off large/heavy toolboxes to temporary holding locations. Permanent storage provided during your first class. Bring smaller handheld toolboxes to your first class.
| Program | Location |
|---|---|
| Diesel/Heavy Equipment | Earth Science Center (ESC), Diesel Engine Lab (accessed via first overhead door to the right of the main ESC entrance) |
For all other programs: students should bring their tools to the first day of class or claim a locker in the building where most of your tools will be utilized.
Off-Campus/Commuter Meet Up
Off-campus and commuter students are invited to a meet and greet reception where important information will also be provided.
Dinner Begins
Students will be staggered by housing assignment.
Wildcat Welcome | Required Session
You’re officially a Wildcat now; let’s celebrate! Students will meet up by housing assignment and head to UPMC Field together for some special guests and fun activities.
Friday Night Fest
Join us as we transform Rose Street Commons into an electric street festival! Featuring food trucks, live music, lawn games, giant inflatables, and more.
Welcome Week Sessions
Students must complete a series of required sessions during Welcome Week. Sessions are offered at a variety of times across campus to provide students with the opportunity to craft their own schedule. Students must attend the following required sessions at least once over the course of the four days and should log into Engage to see the time/date/location details and RSVP for their preferred section.
Required Sessions
Students can choose to attend as many of these events as they please throughout Welcome Week, but must complete a minimum of two, and should log into Engage to see the time/date/location details and RSVP for their preferred section.
Elective Sessions
Get Involved:
Workshops & Trainings:
Activity | Saturday | Sunday | Location |
Complete your self-disclosure disability form/drop off documentation for your disability/diagnosis | 10am – 2pm | CC 202 | |
Ask housing questions | 10am – 2pm | Dauphin Hall, Rm 1039 | |
Check status of your financial aid | 10am – 2pm | DJG, 1013 | |
Ask questions about your schedule; have summer classes or prior transcripts reviewed | 10 am – 2 pm | DJG, 1020 | |
Billing and Refund issues/questions | 10 am – 2 pm | DJG, 2098 | |
Connect with the Hudock Center for Academic Excellence for last minute questions | 10 am – 2 pm | DJG, 1049 | |
Pick up pre-paid parking permits | 10 am – 2 pm | Campus Police Station | |
Ask general questions | 8am – 8pm | Campus Center Information Desk | |
Pick up your student ID | 10am-2pm | 10am-2pm | LEC B1017 |
Pick up your textbooks, uniforms, tool kits & other supplies | 10am – 4pm | Campus Center, College Store | |
Ask computer related questions, password resets, & wireless connectivity issues | 10am-2pm | 10am-2pm | LEC B1032 |
Visit the Madigan Library & computer labs | 9am-6pm | 9am-11pm | Madigan Library |
Dinner Begins
Students will be staggered by housing assignment.
Off-Campus/Commuter Meet Up
Off-campus and commuter students are invited to a meet and greet reception where important information will also be provided.
Splashapalooza
The ultimate water games! Featuring inflatable water slides, water fights, slip and slide kickball, and so much more.
Returning Student Check-In (On-Campus Students)
Welcome Week Sessions
Students must complete a series of required sessions during Welcome Week. Sessions are offered at a variety of times across campus to provide students with the opportunity to craft their own schedule. Students must attend the following required sessions at least once over the course of the four days and should log into Engage to see the time/date/location details and RSVP for their preferred section.
Required Sessions
Students can choose to attend as many of these events as they please throughout Welcome Week, but must complete a minimum of two, and should log into Engage to see the time/date/location details and RSVP for their preferred section.
Elective Sessions
Get Involved:
Workshops & Trainings:
Activity | Saturday | Sunday | Location |
Complete your self-disclosure disability form/drop off documentation for your disability/diagnosis | 10am – 2pm | CC 202 | |
Ask housing questions | 10am – 2pm | Dauphin Hall, Rm 1039 | |
Check status of your financial aid | 10am – 2pm | DJG, 1013 | |
Ask questions about your schedule; have summer classes or prior transcripts reviewed | 10 am – 2 pm | DJG, 1020 | |
Billing and Refund issues/questions | 10 am – 2 pm | DJG, 2098 | |
Connect with the Hudock Center for Academic Excellence for last minute questions | 10 am – 2 pm | DJG, 1049 | |
Pick up pre-paid parking permits | 10 am – 2 pm | Campus Police Station | |
Ask general questions | 8am – 8pm | Campus Center Information Desk | |
Pick up your student ID | 10am-2pm | 10am-2pm | LEC B1017 |
Pick up your textbooks, uniforms, tool kits & other supplies | 10am – 4pm | Campus Center, College Store | |
Ask computer related questions, password resets, & wireless connectivity issues | 10am-2pm | 10am-2pm | LEC B1032 |
Visit the Madigan Library & computer labs | 9am-6pm | 9am-11pm | Madigan Library |
Toolbox Drop-Off
Drop off large/heavy toolboxes to temporary holding locations.
Permanent storage provided during your first class. Bring smaller handheld toolboxes to your first class.
| Program | Location |
|---|---|
| Collision Repair | College Avenue Labs (CAL), Rm. 165, southern overhead door |
| Automotive | Automotive Technology Center (ATC), Rm. 121, western overhead door |
| Diesel/Heavy Equipment | Earth Science Center (ESC), Diesel Engine Lab (accessed via first overhead door to the right of the main ESC entrance). Diesel and Heavy Equipment will be available to assist students with tool drop off until 2pm |
| Aviation | Aviation Center (AVC), lobby |
For all other programs: students should bring their tools to the first day of class or claim a locker in the building where most of your tools will be utilized.
Off-Campus/Commuter Meet Up
Off-campus and commuter students are invited to a meet and greet reception where important information will also be provided.
Dinner Begins
Students will be staggered by housing assignment.
Questions before you arrive? Contact Student Engagement & First Year Initiatives. Penn College students, faculty, and staff are on campus throughout the week to help you with all of your questions. And they will make move-in a snap.
Penn College has negotiated special rates for campus visitors at hotels located in the Williamsport area, all within five miles of campus.
Plan ahead: The Little League World Series begins August 14 in Williamsport.