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OPEN HOUSE PENN STATE BEHREND | FALL 2026

Our events and programs are open to all students regardless of sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, or any other protected class. Penn State Behrend is committed to building a community of belonging for all. This publication is available in alternative media on request. The University is committed to equal access to programs, facilities, admission and employment for all persons. It is the policy of the University to maintain an environment free of harassment and free of discrimination against any person because of age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, physical or mental disability, gender, perceived gender, gender identity, genetic information or political ideas. Discriminatory conduct and harassment, as well as sexual misconduct and relationship violence, violates the dignity of individuals, impedes the realization of the University’s educational mission, and will not be tolerated. Direct all inquiries regarding Penn State’s non-discrimination policy to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access, The Pennsylvania State University, 502 Rider Building, University Park, PA 16801, Email: oeoa@psu.edu, Tel (814) 863-0471. UBR EBO 26-291

WELCOME TO PENN STATE BEHREND We’re happy to have you here! Here’s some help in finding your way around campus: CAMPUS MAP: Use the map printed on pages 8-9 of this guide, or scan the QR code at the bottom of this page to use our campus map on your phone. FOLLOW SIGNS: We have special signs to help you find your way, and guides available at locations across campus to assist you! Keep an eye out for “Campus Guide” signs, where students are stationed to escort you or point you in the right direction. ASK AN AMBASSADOR: Student Lion Ambassadors are ready to help direct you or take you to your next Open House stop. Or feel free to ask any faculty or staff member for directions–we’re all happy to help!

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OPEN HOUSE TODAY’S SCHEDULE Arrival and Check-In: 9:00 a.m., Reed Union Building Meet the Experts Fair: 9:00 a.m.–noon, Reed Union Building Showcases in Academic Areas: 9:00–11:00 a.m.

PAGE 10 | Business: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Burke Center PAGE 11 | Engineering: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Burke Center PAGE 12 | Humanities and Social Sciences: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Kochel Center PAGE 13 | Nursing: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Science Complex PAGE 14 | Pre-Health: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Science Complex PAGE 15 | Science: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Science Complex PAGE 16 | E xploratory/Undecided: 10:30–11:00 a.m., 114 Reed Union Building upper level

Admissions Info Session: 11:00 a.m., 117 Reed Union Building upper level Campus Tours: 10:30–noon, Reed Union Building lower level

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ADMISSIONS AND MORE: Info sessions and events to help you figure out your next steps. PAGE 3 CAMPUS: Tours, dining, and drop-ins at buildings, labs, and more at Behrend. PAGES 4-7 MAJORS: Academic showcases and presentations about our many degree options. PAGES 10-16

FULL SCHEDULE

CHECK-IN: 9:00 A.M., REED UNION BUILDING

8:00 Clark Café: Open 8:00 a.m.–noon, Burke Center 9:00 Behrend Bookstore Drop-Ins: 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., Reed Union Building lower level

Business Academic Showcase: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Burke Center Engineering Academic Showcase: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Burke Center Engineering Labs Drop-Ins: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Burke Center Esports Center Drop-Ins: 9:00 a.m.–noon, 135 Hammermill Building Financial Markets Lab Drop-Ins: 9:00–11:00 a.m., 153 Burke Center Honors Program Drop-Ins: 9:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m., Metzgar Center Humanities & Social Sciences Academic Showcase: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Kochel Center Media and Communication Labs Drop-Ins: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Kochel Center Meet the Experts Fair: 9:00 a.m.–noon, Reed Union Building Nursing Welcome: 9:00–9:30 a.m., Roche Hall Paws Coffee Shop: Open 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Reed Union Building upper level Pre-Health Meet and Greet: 9:00–10:15 a.m., Roche Hall Psychology Lab Drop-Ins: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Turnbull Hall Science Academic Showcase: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Roche Hall Science Labs Drop-Ins: 9:00–11:00 a.m., Anatomy and Physiology Lab with virtual dissection tables (172 Benson Building); Chemistry Lab (108 Otto Behrend Science Building); Advanced Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Lab (126 Otto Behrend Science Building) VARIA Lab Drop-Ins: 9:00–11:00 a.m., meet at Kochel Center

9:10 Engineering Presentation: 9:10–9:40 a.m., 180 Burke Center. Also 10:30 a.m. 9:30 Nursing Academic Showcase: 9:30–10:15 a.m., 185 Benson Building 9:50 Business Presentation: 9:50–10:20 a.m., 180 Burke Center 10:00 Erie Hall Tours: 10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Erie Hall

Housing Tours: 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., depart Reed Union Building

10:15 Advanced Sim Nursing Lab Drop-Ins: 10:15–11:00 a.m, 155 Nick Building Honors Program Session: 10:15 a.m., Metzgar Center. Also 11:15 a.m. Pre-Health Presentation: 10:15 a.m., 21 Witkowski Building

10:30 Campus Tours: 10:30 a.m.–noon, depart Reed Union Building lower level

Engineering Presentation: 10:30–11:00 a.m., 180 Burke Center. Also 9:10 a.m. Exploratory Session: 10:30–11:00 a.m. 114 Reed Union Building upper level Humanities & Social Sciences Presentation: 10:30-11:00 a.m., 57 Kochel Center

11:00 Bruno’s Cafe: Open 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m., Reed Union Building upper level Dobbins Dining Hall: Open 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., Dobbins Dining Hall Admissions Info Session: 11:00 a.m., 117 Reed Union Building upper level

11:15 Honors Program Session: 11:15 a.m., Metzgar Center. Also 10:15 a.m. Noon Individual Q&A Sessions: Noon–1:00 p.m., Metzgar Center

ADMISSIONS AND MORE Admissions Info Session:

11:00 a.m. | 117 Reed Union Building upper level

Interested in applying to Penn State? Find out how to apply, learn how admissions decisions are made, and get helpful tips about the application process.

Honors Program Sessions

10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m. | Metzgar Center

Learn about the benefits and requirements of the Behrend Honors Program and the Schreyer Honors College. Also: Honors Program staff will be available for drop-ins from 9:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Individual Q&A Sessions Noon–1:00 p.m. | Metzgar Center

Still have specific questions? Admissions staff will be available to assist you, whether you’re thinking about applying or are in the middle of the enrollment process. We’re happy to help!

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TOURS ... Campus Tours

10:30 a.m.–noon | Start: Reed Union Building lower level

Explore campus! Tours take about one hour and depart on a rolling basis from the lower level of Reed. First tour goes out at 10:30 a.m.; final tour begins at noon.

Housing Tours

10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Start: Reed Union Building

Peek inside a few residence halls—Niagara, Trippe, and Ohio. The shuttle loops from Reed Union Building to residence halls. Hop on or off at any stop.

Erie Hall Tours

10:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Erie Hall

Visit our new fitness, recreation, and wellness center.

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DINING ... Clark Café

8:00 a.m.–noon | Burke Center

While in Burke, grab Starbucks coffee and other treats.

Dobbins Dining Hall

11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | Dobbins Dining Hall

Enjoy our all-you-care-to-eat brunch at a special price of $9.50 per person.

Paws Coffee Shop

9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Reed Union Building upper level

Stop by for Starbucks coffee and sweet treats from Penn State Bakery.

Bruno’s Café

11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. | Reed Union Building upper level

Choose from a selection of a la carte, deli, pizza, and grill items for lunch and dinner. Visa, Discover, American Express, MasterCard accepted.

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AND DROP-INS Advanced Sim Nursing Lab Drop-Ins 10:15–11:00 a.m. | 155 Nick Building

Take a look inside our state-of-the-art simulation lab, where Nursing students get hands-on experience and practice in a controlled, realistic patient environment.

Behrend Bookstore Drop-Ins

9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | Reed Union Building lower level

Get your Penn State gear at the Behrend Bookstore!

Engineering Labs Drop-Ins 9:00–11:00 a.m. | Burke Center

Connect with faculty members in the Engineering labs or find an Engineering Ambassador to tour some of our engineering labs.

Esports Center Drop-Ins

9:00 a.m.–noon | 135 Hammermill Building

Get a look at our esports team’s high-tech gaming center, open to all Behrend students.

Financial Markets Lab Drop-Ins 9:00–11:00 a.m. | 153 Burke Center

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Visit business classrooms and labs, including our Financial Markets Lab, equipped with Bloomberg Terminals—the same technology used on Wall Street.

Honors Program Drop-Ins

9:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Metzgar Center

Learn about the benefits and requirements of the Behrend Honors Program and the Schreyer Honors College. Presentations at 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.

Media and Communication Labs Drop-Ins 9:00–11:00 a.m. | Kochel Center

Tour some of the labs used by Media and Communication students in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Psychology Lab Drop-Ins 9:00–11:00 a.m. | Turnbull Hall

Get a look at the Psychology labs and talk with some of our students and faculty members about their research.

Science Labs Drop-Ins

9:00–11:00 a.m. | Science Complex

Find a student tour guide in Roche Hall and explore some of our Science labs—Anatomy and Physiology Lab with virtual dissection tables (172 Benson Building); Chemistry Lab (108 Otto Behrend Science Building); and Advanced Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Lab (126 Otto Behrend Science Building).

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VARIA Lab Drop-Ins

9:00–11:00 a.m. | Meet at Kochel Center

Tour the Virtual and Augmented Reality and Interactive Arts Lab to learn about VR experiences on campus.

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Business Academic Showcase 9:00–11:00 a.m. | Burke Center

Meet with faculty members and students to learn about programs in the Black School of Business. Also: Tour Burke Center, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., to see our business classrooms and labs, including our Financial Markets Lab.

Financial Markets Lab Drop-Ins 9:00–11:00 a.m. | 153 Burke Center

Visit business classrooms and labs, including our Financial Markets Lab, equipped with Bloomberg Terminals—the same technology used on Wall Street.

Business Presentation

9:50–10:20 a.m. | 180 Burke Center

Learn about majors, internships, clubs, professional development, and how they come together to create job opportunities. Plus, a panel of current students will be on hand to give you the inside scoop on what life at Behrend is really like.

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Engineering Academic Showcase 9:00–11:00 a.m. | Clark Café, Burke Center

Find general information about our Engineering programs, grab a map of the building, or get a tour of our labs from one of our Engineering Ambassadors.

Engineering Labs Drop-Ins 9:00–11:00 a.m. | Burke Center

Connect with faculty members in the Engineering labs or find an Engineering Ambassador to tour some of our labs.

Engineering Presentations

9:10–9:40 a.m. and 10:30–11:00 a.m. | 180 Burke Center

Learn more about engineering and technology majors, minors, and certificates in the School of Engineering.

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H&SS Academic Showcase 9:00–11:00 a.m. | Kochel Center

Talk with faculty and students, and learn about academic programs and career opportunities.

H&SS Lab Drop-Ins 9:00–11:00 a.m.

Media and Communication Labs: See labs used by Media and Communication students. Kochel Center Psychology Lab: See labs and hear about student and faculty research. Turnbull Hall VARIA Lab: Get a look at Virtual/Augmented Reality experiences on campus. Meet at Kochel Center to be escorted to the lab

H&SS Presentation

10:30–11:00 a.m. | 57 Kochel Center

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Learn about majors, minors, certificates, languages and global cultures, arts, and pre-law, and our grads’ careers. Plus: Hear from current students and learn about outreach programs during our panel discussion.

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NURSING

OPTIONS: Four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing | Second Degree 16-Month Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Nursing Welcome

9:00–9:30 a.m. | Roche Hall

Join us for a meet-and-greet with members of Behrend’s Nursing program.

Nursing Academic Showcase and Faculty/Student Panel 9:30–10:15 a.m.

| 185 Benson Building

Join Nursing faculty members and current students to hear about opportunities in the program.

Advanced Sim Nursing Lab Drop-Ins 10:15–11:00 a.m. | 155 Nick Building

Take a look inside our state-of-the-art simulation lab, where Nursing students get hands-on experience and practice in a controlled, realistic patient environment.

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Pre-Health Meet and Greet 9:00–10:15 a.m. | Roche Hall

Connect with faculty members and current students. Explore virtual dissection tables and talk with biology and chemistry faculty and students.

Science Lab Drop-Ins

9:00–11:00 a.m. | Find a student tour guide in Roche Hall

Anatomy and Physiology Lab: Explore virtual dissection tables. 172 Benson Building Chemistry Lab: See labs used by chemistry students. 108 Otto Behrend Science Building Advanced Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Lab: See labs used by biology students. 126 Otto Behrend Science Building

Pre-Health Presentation 10:15 a.m. | 21 Witkowski Building

Meet with the pre-health coordinator to learn more about requirements, program admission, and careers in the health professions.

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Science Academic Showcase 9:00–11:00 a.m. | Roche Hall

Connect with faculty members and current students. Plus: Review student and faculty research and talk with current students about internships, research, athletics, honors, clubs, and commuter and residential experiences.

Science Lab Drop-Ins

9:00–11:00 a.m. | Find a student tour guide in Roche Hall

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UNDECIDED/ EXPLORATORY Exploratory Session

10:30–11:00 a.m. | 114 Reed Union Building upper level

Not sure what major to pursue? That’s OK! Hear from academic advisers about how they can help you explore areas of study to connect your interests to potential majors and careers.

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KEEP IN TOUCH! It was so nice to meet you today—thank you for spending the morning with us and exploring Penn State Behrend. We’re here for any further questions you have, or just to support you on your path to college. We hope to see you on campus again soon! — THE PENN STATE BEHREND ADMISSIONS TEAM

TALK TO ADMISSIONS

behrend.admissions@psu.edu behrend.psu.edu/myfuture, or 814-898-6100

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