Prepare for an exciting semester with this student bucket list!
By: Joshua Simon
Earning your degree is hard work, but don't forget to enjoy yourself along the way. Dive into this bucket list and make the most out of your college experience at Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus!
JOIN A STUDENT ORGANIZATION
Whether you're an extrovert looking to get involved or an introvert nervous about making friends, joining a student organization is a low-stress way to find your place at the Fayette campus. Plus, adding extracurricular organizations to your resume can help secure full-time job positions after graduation. Read more about what orgs exist on campus, or visit the Williams Building between Aug. 26 and 30 to sign up for one at club rush!
GRAB FREE PENN STATE MERCH DURING WELCOME WEEK
The Office of Student Affairs will provide free University merchandise to current students inside the Williams Building between Aug. 26 and 30, each day beginning at 12:15 p.m. while supplies last. Arrive early, because this annual event attracts a lot of people, and there's sure to be a line! Participants could receive a Penn State bluetooth speaker, laptop backpack, tumbler, and more.
ENJOY FOOTBALL, A HAUNTED PENITENTIARY, LIVE MUSIC AND MORE
Our student activities calendar is priced with affordability in mind, perfect for fun throughout the semester. Watch the Nittany Lions compete against the UCLA Bruins at University Park, spend Halloween at the Moundsville Penitentiary, enjoy live music at our annual Concert on the Lawn, and so much more. Activity calendars can be found inside the Williams Building near the Office of Student Affairs, or on the Fayette campus' website.
VISIT THE STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER
Our Student Success Center helps you succeed in the classroom and prepare for life after graduation. Worried about an upcoming exam? Schedule a free tutoring session led by student peers. Unsure about your career? Keep an eye out for workshops, resume assistance, career fairs, and more throughout the semester. No matter the challenge, our faculty and staff will help you succeed.
WATCH THE USCAA SMALL COLLEGE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
The Fayette campus will host the 2024 United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) volleyball and cross-country Small College National Championships. Founded in 2001, the USCAA is based in Pittsburgh and serves as the national governing body for small college athletics. This year's championships will bring together college teams from across the nation, set for Nov. 7-11, 2024.
