Jumpstarting your Penn State Experience


With 156 hours in the average week, how will you spend your time? You are an official Penn Stater and that means you have an abundance of opportunity right at your fingertips. Learn about how you can maximize your experience and take full advantage of what resources and network that Penn State Berks has to offer. Join Angie DiJiacomo from the Office of Campus Life and Student Government Association for an overview of how to GET INVOLVED.

This LionSide Chat will be presented by:
Ms. Angela DiJiacomo
Assistant Director of Campus Life

New Student Convocation


All new, first-year students are asked to participate in the New Student Convocation, which serves as the official introduction to the academic life and traditions at Penn State Berks — whether you are starting with us in person or online. You will be welcomed by Chancellor Dr. Keith Hillkirk, Interim Associate Dean Dr. Janelle Larson, Faculty Senate Chair Dr. Jessica Schocker, current Student Government Association President Michael Shott, and Keynote Address by Assistant Teaching Professor in Communication Arts & Sciences & CAS 100 Coordinator Dawn Pfeifer Reitz .