Let's Kick-off the Fall Semester at Penn State Scranton!
FALL 2024
Get ready to have some fun for your return to the fall semester!
It’s August – and that means Back to School for students at Penn State Scranton.
To the new members of the Class of 2028 – Welcome to Penn State Scranton! We are so glad you’re here and looking forward to having you as part of our Penn State Family!
To our returning students – Welcome Back! We missed you and are looking forward to seeing you back on campus in the next few weeks.
As you prepare for the first day of classes on Aug. 26, 2024, we wanted to make you aware of some of the events that will be taking place so that you can take advantage of all we have to offer.
Move-In Day
For those who will be moving into The Commons at University Drive apartments, across the street from our campus, Move-In Day is Saturday, Aug. 17.
And, once you’re all moved in and settled, the complex’s management has organized some special events for tenants to enjoy, while getting to know your roommates and neighbors better.
Resident Activities
Monday, Aug. 19: Open Play Day
From noon to 3 p.m., stop by the Multi-Purpose Building for some fun. Enjoy spike ball, pickleball, basketball, and more. All students are welcome!
Tuesday, Aug. 20: Waterpark Adventure
Grab free tickets to enjoy the day at Montage Mountain Waterpark by contacting Aubrey Reese via email at [email protected]. Transportation is not provided.
Wednesday, Aug. 21: Dave & Buster’s Game Day
Enjoy half-priced games at Dave & Buster’s located at The Shoppes at Montage Mountain. Transportation is not provided.
Thursday, Aug. 22: Resident Meeting
All residents are required to attend this mandatory event at 2 p.m. in The View Café.
For more information about Move-In Activities or moving into The Commons, contact Aubrey Reese via email at [email protected]
Scranton Welcome for New Students
On Friday, Aug. 23, we’ll also be holding our final Scranton Welcome – a student-only invitation event designed to help you become comfortable with the transition to college life. It will take place from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Check-in is held at The Study Learning Center and a student ID is required.
While there, you’ll get to meet and interact with fellow students, faculty, and staff, and we’ll provide you with important information about the University and the Penn State Scranton campus.
New students should log into VZO and follow their NSO task list and register for Scranton Welcome.
Welcome Back Week 2024 for all students!
And then – the big day – the first day and week of classes, for which we’ve planned a little something for everyone as part of our annual Welcome Week festivities.
Monday, Aug. 26: Welcome Back BBQ
Noon to 2 p.m. on the SLC Patio sponsored by the Penn State Scranton Alumni Society and our Campus Activities Board.
Tuesday, Aug. 27: Tie-Dye T-Shirts
From noon to 3 p.m., get creative and make your own tie-dye T-shirt on the SLC Patio. This event is free for all students.
Wednesday, Aug. 28: Patio Game Day
Starting at noon to 4 p.m., join us on the patio for a variety of fun games and activities.
Thursday, Aug. 29: Club Fair
Explore opportunities to get involved by attending our annual Club Fair from noon to 1 p.m. in The View Café. Meet student club leaders and find out how you can enhance your college experience by joining a club. Attendance is required for all FYS students; please check with your professor about which day your class will attend.
Friday, Aug. 30: Club Fair (continued)
The Club Fair continues from noon to 1 p.m. in The View Café. Don’t miss your chance to get involved and learn about the clubs and organizations on campus. Attendance is required for FYS students; please check with your professor about which day your class will attend.
A few big changes that have occurred over the summer.
Penn State Scranton has a new chancellor – Elizabeth J. Wright, Ph.D. In July, Wright was named Regional Chancellor of the Hazleton, Scranton and Wilkes-Barre campuses following the retirement of Chancellor Marwan Wafa in June. Wright had previously been serving as chancellor and director of academic affairs at Penn State Hazleton.
Students will be able to study and do their research in our newly renovated Library, which now features new front and back facades and entrances as well as enhancements to the Library space, resulting in expanded study areas, casual meeting areas and upgraded technology and facilities.
The campus' Nursing Suite, located in the Library's lower level has also been renovated and expanded, with larger Patient Simulator labs, more teaching spaces and labs and new entrance.
The Dawson, Business Building and lower level parking lot behind the library has been newly paved, as well as the University Drive and Ridge View Drive entrances.
