A group of students in matching t-shirts stops for a photo after assisting on student move-in day.

Welcome to Penn State Behrend!

We're planning some great things for your first week at Behrend! Check back often for updates.

Schedule Highlights and Important Dates

Thursday, January 8

8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.: Check-in for new early-arrival resident students

  • Students who require early arrival and move-in ahead of the events below may do so on Thursday, January 8. Please visit the #PSUArrival Behrend website or contact Behrend Housing and Food at 814-898-6161.

5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.: Dinner at Dobbins with new students and resident assistants (RAs)

Friday, January 9

8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.: New Student Orientation, hosted by Academic Affairs and Academic Advising

  • 8:00–8:45 a.m.: Check-in and Resource Fair
  • 8:45 a.m.–2:00 p.m.: Orientation sessions for new students and families (lunch provided)

Saturday, January 10

To be announced

Sunday, January 11

11:00 a.m.: Returning student access to residence halls for arrival and move-in begins

Please visit the #PSUArrival Behrend website or contact Behrend Housing and Food at 814-898-6161.

Monday, January 12

Classes begin. Have a great first day!

Important Information

Preparing for the Semester

Campus Information

Guide to Student Life

Penn State Behrend is committed to supporting new students in their transition to college, both inside and outside the classroom. The goal of welcome activities is to successfully integrate new students into the intellectual, social, and cultural climate of the campus community.

Please contact Kris Motta Torok, director of Student Leadership and Involvement, with any questions.