Congratulations New Scholars New Scholar Orientation Experiences
Welcome to the Schreyer Scholar family! We are thrilled to have you join us in the fall. This page will provide you with important and timely information you need to succeed in your orientation to Penn State and the Schreyer Honors College — it is a journey!
Penn State is a large, multi-faceted institution. As a new Schreyer Scholar, you will quickly learn how easy it is to find community and belonging in Schreyer. Whether you are entering the College as a first-, second-, or third-year student at University Park or one of our campuses, we have designed a welcoming and inclusive orientation program with you in mind. You belong.
Orientation Information
First-Year University Park Scholars
New Student Orientation (NSO)
Your orientation to Penn State begins during New Student Orientation (NSO). All new first-year students to Penn State must participate in NSO. Special NSO dates are set for incoming University Park Schreyer Scholars each year, and first-year Scholars are automatically added to those dates. Schreyer Honors College will hold open houses on each of those dates for incoming Scholars to meet with and ask questions of Schreyer staff and leadership, current Scholars, and other incoming families.
Schreyer NSO Dates
There will be four Schreyer Scholar New Student Orientation (NSO) dates this year at University Park:
- Tuesday, May 28, 2024 - Wednesday, May 29, 2024
- Monday, June 3, 2024 - Tuesday, June 4, 2024
- Thursday, June 13, 2024 - Friday, June 14, 2024
- Sunday, July 7, 2024 - Monday, July 8, 2024
Open House for All New Scholars & Families
- 2:30 - 5:00 PM
- Atherton Hall
On day two of each of the four Schreyer Scholar NSO dates, Schreyer will host an Open House. Scholars and their families are invited to Atherton Hall for Penn State Berkey Creamery ice cream. This is a great opportunity to speak directly with the Deans and staff, meet your fellow incoming Scholars, and have all your questions answered before departing for home.
Date Conflicts
If you are unable to make the Schreyer-specific dates above, please contact Student Orientation and Transition Programs to select a new NSO date that works best for you. Please be assured that new Scholars will receive all the important information if they are not able to attend on the scheduled day for Scholars.
New Student Orientation (NSO)Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME)
Schreyer Honors College holds a welcoming and inclusive orientation to the Schreyer community for all new Scholars. Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME) is the beginning of your Schreyer journey. Scholar move-in and arrival for 2024 is August 22.
Upon your arrival, you will be welcomed by the Dean, staff, and more than 60 Scholar Peer Educators who were where you are today not that long ago. Peer Educators serve as trusted friends, mentors, and advocates for all new Scholars, and they are eager to connect and engage with you throughout your orientation experience.
During SHO TIME, Peer Educators introduce new Scholars to the college's academic requirements, mission and vision, community, student life, resources, and more through two days of entertaining and interactive programming.
Schedule
If you have questions or an orientation conflict (i.e. Blue Band or other orientation program), please contact us at shotime@psu.edu.
Penn State Arrival InformationFoundations of Scholar Success (LA 197)
Foundations of Scholar Success is the continuation of your orientation journey. This semester-long one-credit course helps you build key skills needed for success while fostering connections with peers and Scholar mentors. First-year Scholars, regardless of campus, are highly recommended to register for this course during their first fall semester in Schreyer Honors College.
Foundations of Scholar Success is different from a first-year seminar course. This experience is about finding and strengthening your community and support systems within Schreyer. It will also help you understand how to bring and apply the Schreyer mission and values to your honors college journey. In this course, taught by credentialed peer educators, Scholars can expect a variety of activities, including engaging discussions, reflections, and group outings. Scholars will explore Schreyer and Penn State resources, discover out-of-classroom opportunities and funding sources, develop personal and academic success strategies, and learn insider tips to navigate Schreyer and Penn State.
This class will meet weekly for one hour throughout the fall. It is focused on discussion during class, rather than homework. Outside of class work will be minimal and may include activities such as reflecting or blogging. The course is being graded as satisfactory/unsatisfactory.
How to Schedule
Log into LionPath to add an available section of LA 197 to your schedule during New Student Orientation (NSO) or after.
Welcome Week & Scholar Involvement Fair
Welcome Week is a time for exploring Penn State, learning about involvement opportunities, and enjoying exciting campus events. During this week, we invite you to check out the All-Scholar Involvement Fair to learn about student organizations in Schreyer.
Scholar Housing
Have you completed your housing contract yet? All first-year Scholars at University Park are strongly encouraged to live in the Schreyer Honors College Living Learning Community in Atherton or Simmons Hall. You can update your housing preference any time before May 20 by visiting eLiving.
Our Honors CommunityThe GLOBE: A Schreyer Living Learning Community
The GLOBE is a close-knit community of globally minded individuals who have the desire to foster global awareness and an international perspective. First-year Scholars interested in applying or learning more about the GLOBE can do so on their website. Applications for The Globe will be available in May and due in June.
Peer Educators
First-Year Commonwealth Campus Scholars
New Student Orientation (NSO)
Your orientation to Penn State begins during New Student Orientation (NSO). Your Campus will provide more information on NSO dates and requirements. Visit Penn State New Student Orientation (NSO) for more details.
Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME)
Schreyer Honors College holds a welcoming and inclusive orientation to the Schreyer community for all new Scholars. Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME) is the beginning of your Schreyer journey.
During SHO TIME, Peer Educators introduce new Scholars to the college's academic requirements, mission and vision, community, student life, resources, and more through a virtual program. Peer Educators also serve as trusted friends, mentors, and advocates for all new Scholars, and they are eager to connect and engage with you throughout your orientation experience.
Schedule
If you have questions or an orientation conflict (i.e. Blue Band or other orientation program), please contact us at shotime@psu.edu.
Penn State Arrival InformationFoundations of Scholar Success (LA 197)
Foundations of Scholar Success is the continuation of your orientation journey. This semester-long one-credit course helps you build key skills needed for success while fostering connections with peers and Scholar mentors. First-year Scholars, regardless of campus, are highly recommended to register for this course during their first fall semester in Schreyer Honors College.
Foundations of Scholar Success is different from a first-year seminar course. This experience is about finding and strengthening your community and support systems within Schreyer. It will also help you understand how to bring and apply the Schreyer mission and values to your honors college journey. In this course, taught by credentialed peer educators, Scholars can expect a variety of activities, including engaging discussions, reflections, and group outings. Scholars will explore Schreyer and Penn State resources, discover out-of-classroom opportunities and funding sources, develop personal and academic success strategies, and learn insider tips to navigate Schreyer and Penn State.
This class will meet weekly for one hour throughout the fall. It is focused on discussion during class, rather than homework. Outside of class work will be minimal and may include activities such as reflecting or blogging. The course is being graded as satisfactory/unsatisfactory.
How to Schedule
Log into LionPath to add an available section of LA 197 to your schedule during New Student Orientation (NSO) or after. Commonwealth Campus Scholars should select a section offered via Zoom.
Peer Educators
Current University Park Students
Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME)
Schreyer Honors College holds a welcoming and inclusive orientation to the Schreyer community for all new Scholars. Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME) is the beginning of your Schreyer journey.
During SHO TIME, Peer Educators introduce new Scholars to the college's academic requirements, mission and vision, community, student life, resources, and more. Peer Educators also serve as trusted friends, mentors, and advocates for all new Scholars, and they are eager to connect and engage with you throughout your orientation experience.
Schedule
If you have questions or an orientation conflict (i.e. Blue Band or other orientation program), please contact us at shotime@psu.edu.
Scholar Involvement Fair
We invite you to check out the All-Scholar Involvement Fair immediately following SHO TIME. This is your chance to learn about student organizations in Schreyer and other unique opportunities for Schreyer Scholars.
Peer Educators
Current Commonwealth Campus Students
Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME)
Schreyer Honors College holds a welcoming and inclusive orientation to the Schreyer community for all new Scholars. Schreyer Honors Orientation (SHO TIME) is the beginning of your Schreyer journey.
During SHO TIME, Peer Educators introduce new Scholars to the college's academic requirements, mission and vision, community, student life, resources, and more through a virtual program. Peer Educators also serve as trusted friends, mentors, and advocates for all new Scholars, and they are eager to connect and engage with you throughout your orientation experience.
Schedule
If you have questions or an orientation conflict (i.e. Blue Band or other orientation program), please contact us at shotime@psu.edu.