Welcome All New Scholars Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME)
Congratulations and welcome to the Schreyer Honors community. Your orientation journey begins with an introduction to the College's mission and vision and to teams of dedicated staff and energized Orientation Mentors who are committed to making your orientation one to remember.
New Student Orientation (NSO) Arrival Information
SHO Modules
The SHO TIME modules will introduce you to the Schreyer Learning Outcomes and highlight key information and resources that will help you succeed in Schreyer. Please be sure to complete all modules prior to SHO TIME on Thursday, August 19, 2021.
To access your SHO Modules, log-in to Canvas with your Penn State username and password. Once logged in, select SHO Modules from your dashboard.
Coming SoonSHO TIME Schedule
As of June 28, 2021, the University guidelines and policy shared the following recommendations.
Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated individuals (one dose of an approved, two-dose vaccine, or all necessary doses but prior to the conclusion of the two-week waiting period) must mask at all times while indoors, including while using public transportation.
Fully vaccinated individuals (all necessary doses of an approved vaccine in addition to completion of the two-week waiting period) must mask while using public transportation.
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Orientation Conflicts
If you have an orientation conflict (Blue Band or other orientation program), please contact us immediately.
Parents & Families
First-year Scholars arriving at the University Park Campus are encouraged to arrive no later than Wednesday, August 18 and are required to participate in an extended orientation program through the New Student Orientation (NSO) Office before participating in SHO TIME.
August 10, 2021 at 6:00 PM Parents & Families Welcome Webinar
Join Dean Peggy A. Johnson for a special welcome to the Schreyer Honors College and to learn more about the history of honors at Penn State. Dr. Kelly Wolgast, director of Penn State's COVID-19 Operations Control Center and members of the Penn State Parents Council will be special guests. Questions can be submitted in advance on the registration form or online during the webinar. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Parents & FamiliesArrival Days for New Schreyer Scholars
August 16-18 from 9:00 AM to Noon University Park First-Year Scholar SHO TIME Check-in & Registration
We look forward to welcoming all first-year Scholars at University Park at check-in where they will receive an official SHO TIME name badge, lanyard, and orientation bag.
August 16-18 at 3:30 PM University Park First-Year Scholar Parents & Families Information Sessions
Meet and welcome Dean Patrick Mather on his first official week in Schreyer! Learn more about the history of the Schreyer Honors College and hear from Cyndy Hill, Director of the Penn State Parents Program. There will be ample time to have all of your questions answered before departing for home.
Parents & FamiliesAugust 16-18 University Park 2nd and 3rd Year Scholars SHO TIME Check-in & Registration
August 16-18 Commonwealth Campus SHO TIME Check-in & Registration
Full Schedule
12:00 PM Meet Your SHO TIME Orientation Mentors
Mentors look forward to welcoming you to campus and introducing you to Scholars in your assigned mentoring groups!
1:00 PM Welcome to SHO TIME
Join Dean Mather on his first official week in Schreyer to learn more about the College’s mission, vision, and student learning outcomes and how you can make the most of your orientation experience. This is a 45-minute session that will allow time for Q&A with staff and mentors.
2:00 PM Walking Tour with Mentors
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SHO TIME mentors will make you feel right at home and are available to answer all your questions during and after your orientation. Take this time to get organized into your assigned mentoring groups and enjoy time exploring campus with your SHO TIME mentors.
3:30 PM Making Waves: Healthy Relationships, Sexual Violence Prevention, and You
The Schreyer Honors College supports positive experiences while on campus free from harassment and violence. We believe everyone has the ability and responsibility to intervene to prevent potential violence. In this session you will learn about what are the components of sexual violence as well as how to intervene as an active bystander to prevent violence as well as how to support survivors and get them connected to resources. Sponsored by the Schreyer Gender Equity Task Force.
5:00 PM Dinner and the SHO Photo Booth
Enjoy hot and cold entrees and special SHO desserts prepared just for you. A photo booth will be available for anyone interested. This is a great opportunity for mentoring groups to brainstorm details of their service projects. Ask your mentor for details.
8:00 PM The One and Only Brain Show
Back by popular demand! Test your wit at one of SHO TIME's all-time favorites and one-of-a-kind trivia game guaranteed to get you on your feet. Sponsored by the Schreyer Student Council (StuCo).
8:00 AM Breakfast with Dean Mather, College Deans, and Staff
Start your day with amazing breakfast options with your mentors and staff.
9:30 AM Six Keys to Success with Dr. Darrell Velegol
What is the “recipe for success”? For over 20 years, Dr. Velegol has read, created and experimented to identify the keys that will open doors for students. He knows that Scholars have a BIG future, and hopes that each Scholar will take some of the steps that will turn their time at Penn State and in the College from a good or great experience into an amazing experience. The end of this session includes a mentor debrief followed by a wellness break.
Livestreamed for 2nd/3rd Year and Campus Scholars11:00 AM Where Our Stories Meet: Storytelling as a Path Toward Justice with Dr. Ashley Patterson
In this session participants will explore their own personal histories as a first step when seeking to better understand others is to better understand ourselves. Together we will ponder: How do you see yourself? How do others see you? How do your personal life experiences shape these views and how can our views be a support of or barrier to social equity and justice? Sponsored by the Multicultural Association of Schreyer Scholars (MASS).
Livestreamed for 2nd/3rd Year and Campus Scholars12:30 PM Lunch with Orientation Mentors
Join your mentors and continue conversations about your interests and aspirations!
2:30 PM Living the Legacy in Schreyer - Lightning Talks
Join current Scholars in a conversation about life at Schreyer—how a global experience can impact your honors experience or when to begin considering an internship. Hear first-hand about opportunities to lead, serve, study, and research opportunities in Schreyer and learn tips on effective ways to balance it all.
Livestreamed for 2nd/3rd Year and Campus Scholars4:00 PM Being a Leader in a Diverse Community with Dr. Tom Hogan
In an earlier session, you reflected on yourself as a leader in Schreyer. Join Dr. Hogan to explore how Scholars can have an impact as a global leader in today’s society and on campus. Why being an inclusive leader matters.
Livestreamed for 2nd/3rd Year and Campus Scholars5:30 PM Dinner
Relax and take some time to reflect on your last session while enjoying a buffet of delicious entrees, and decadent desserts in Redifer Dining Hall.
8:00 PM SHO TIME Finale
Let us entertain you! Your SHO TIME mentors have planned a very special evening with special guests and performers to end the day. The evening will also include a guest appearance by Scholar alumna and performing artist Cassandra Sotos.
Livestreamed for 2nd/3rd Year and Campus Scholars9:30 PM Meet and Greet and Photo Opp with Scholar Alumna Cassandra Sotos
Return to campus for a special meet and greet with Cassandra Sotos, members of the Schreyer Honors College Student Council, and your Orientation Mentors.
Let Scholars Be Your Guide Orientation Mentors
From the moment you arrive on campus, you'll be greeted, taught, encouraged, and led by nearly 100 returning Scholars, who have spent months preparing to be your SHO TIME Orientation Mentors. They're excited to share with you what they've learned during their time at Penn State and in the Honors College.
Communications Committee
Krystal Leung Team Leader Computer Science (BS) Statistics (BS) (she/her/hers) kfl5316@psu.edu
Olivia Pena Team Leader Biobehavioral Health (BS) (she/her) olp5021@psu.edu
Julia Briselli Liberal Arts (PMAJ) (she/her) jab7643@psu.edu
Maddie Fisher Business Admin (PMAJ) (she/her) mmf5705@psu.edu
Alyssa Galban Education (PMAJ) (she/her) aag5649@psu.edu
Jack Howard Science (PMAJ) (he/him) jmh7598@psu.edu
Kailey McSteen Business Admin (PMAJ) (she/her) krm6002@psu.edu
Ben Nasal Biochem & Molec Biol (BS) (he/him/his) bln5145@psu.edu
Shaka Ramanathan Psychology (BS) (she/her/hers) sxr5607@psu.edu
Catarina Rodrigues Agriculture (PMAJ) (she/her) cpr5414@psu.edu
Sacha Smith Business Admin (PMAJ) (she/her/hers) aih5456@psu.edu
Caden Vitti Earth & Mineral Sci (PMAJ) (he/him/his) cpv5135@psu.edu
Engagement Committee
Ali Axtman Team Leader Liberal Arts (PMAJ) (she/her/hers) ama7262@psu.edu
Kaitlyn Bridge Team Leader Info Sciences & Tech (BS) Comm Arts & Sciences (BA) kzb43@psu.edu
Lindsay Aluquin Nutritional Sciences (BS) (she/her/hers) laa5448@psu.edu
Catherine Clancy Political Science (BA) (she/her/hers) cpc5654@psu.edu
Viviana Davila Nutritional Sciences (BS) (she/her/hers) vid5085@psu.edu
Gabe Hiestand Environmntl Sys Engr (BS) (he/him) gph5144@psu.edu
Molly Hohner Industrial Engr (BS) (she/her/hers) mkh5774@psu.edu
Teresa Leonard Liberal Arts (PMAJ) (she/her/hers) til5271@psu.edu
Om Salunkhe Finance (BS) Statistics (BS) Economics (BS) (he/him/his) ocs5099@psu.edu
Casey Sennett Anthropology (MA) Anthropology (BA) Jewish Studies (BA) History (BA) (she/her/hers) cms7542@psu.edu
Nora Van Horn Philosophy (BA) Chinese (BA) Glbl & Intrntl Studs (BA) (she/her) nxv49@psu.edu
Will Vincent Mechanical Engr (BS) (he/him/his) wmv5027@psu.edu
Mary Wilson Mechanical Engr (BS) (she/her) mkw5763@psu.edu
Jordan Yerger Biobehavioral Health (BS) (she/her/hers) jey5116@psu.edu
Alex Zhu Info Sciences & Tech (BS) (he) qxz5128@psu.edu
Logistics Committee
Kyle McKelvey Team Leader Architectural Engr (MAE) Architectural Engr (BAE) (he/him) kbm5557@psu.edu
Mathilde Scarlata Team Leader Psychology (BS) mxs1320@psu.edu
Casey Capetola Engr Premajor (PMAJ) (he/him/his) cac6748@psu.edu
Julia Faust Biochem & Molec Biol (BS) (she/her/hers) jef5543@psu.edu
Eric Mole Science (PMAJ) (he/him/his) ejm6112@psu.edu
Sarah Pendleton Science (PMAJ) (she/her/hers) sip5224@psu.edu
Caroline Peters Political Science (BA) Sociology (BA) (she/her) ccp5200@psu.edu
Helena Rudolph Biomedical Engneerng (BS) (she/her) hkr5116@psu.edu
Levi Showalter Plant Sciences (BS) (he/him) lzs5616@psu.edu
David Starnes Biology (BS) (he/him/his) wds5144@psu.edu
Megan Swift Journalism (BA) (she/her) mfs5761@psu.edu
Marisa Williamson Engr Premajor (PMAJ) (she/her/hers) mkw5615@psu.edu
Remote Committee
Adwait Chafale Team Leader Psychology (BS) (he/him/his) abc5887@psu.edu
Blake Toliver Team Leader Public Policy (MPP) English (BA) Criminology (BS) bdt5164@psu.edu
Dan Bransfield Liberal Arts (PMAJ) (he/him) dpb5656@psu.edu
Katelyn Farrar Agriculture (PMAJ) (she/her) kjf5556@psu.edu
Sydney Gibbard Biomedical Engneerng (BS) (she/her) sag5792@psu.edu
Charlotte Harris Biobehavioral Health (BS) (she/her) chh5134@psu.edu
Maggie Hieber Div of Ug Studies (PMAJ) (she/her) meh6053@psu.edu
Emily Hu Business Admin (PMAJ) (she/her) ejh5814@psu.edu
Mary Kaldor Astro & Astrophysics (BS) (she/her/hers) mek5752@psu.edu
Bianca Mazzarella Economics (BA) (she/her/hers) bum380@psu.edu
Carley Palkon Internationl Affairs (MIA) International Poltcs (BA) (she/her/hers) cpp5332@psu.edu
David Schlichtig Finance (BS) (he/him/his) dms7165@psu.edu
Jake Snyder Biology (BS) (he/him/his/they/ them/theirs jts5871@psu.edu
Octavia Szkutnik Engr Premajor (PMAJ) oas5135@psu.edu
Suzuka Yamane Psychology (BA) (she/her) sjy5263@psu.edu
SHO Finale Committee
Dan Carvajal Team Leader Civil Engineering (BS) (he) djc6154@psu.edu
Jared Martin Team Leader Engineering Science (BS) jdm6243@psu.edu
Carly Brogan Biobehavioral Health (BS) (she/her) cub351@psu.edu
Andrew Kacala Science (PMAJ) (he/him/his) ajk6410@psu.edu
Frank Marzano Accounting (BS) Economics (BS) (he/him) fpm5093@psu.edu
Aryath Narayanamangalam Biomedical Engneerng (BS) Mechanical Engr (BS) (he/him) azn5362@psu.edu
Natasha Nybro Business Admin (PMAJ) (she/her) nrn5091@psu.edu
Hannah Priller Science (PMAJ) (she/her) hzp5227@psu.edu
Jessica Santucci Biochem & Molec Biol (BS) (she/her) jzs462@psu.edu
Emily Snow Biomedical Engneerng (BS) (she/her) egs5198@psu.edu
