The Penn State Alumni Associations, Chapters, and Societies began to develop innovative new virtual programming in response to the pandemic. However, these virtual events have become a popular way to connect Penn State alumni no matter where they live. Below is a list of upcoming events, please check back often as new events are added.
Campus Food Pantry Drive
October 1 through October 31
Let's end hunger on campus! Penn State Schuylkill Alumni Society and the Blue & White Society are teaming up to collect non-perishable and canned goods for the campus food pantry. Items needed include:
- Canned goods and soups
- Juice/Gatorade
- Granola bars
- Rice and pasta
- Frozen waffles and pancakes
- Personal hygiene products
- Soaps
- $10 Redner's Gift Cards
Collection bins will be located in the Administration Building vestibule (inside the entrance from the Mall Walk) and Student Affairs Suite located in the Health & Wellness Building.
If you have any questions, contact Abbie Kaiser at 570-385-6262 or [email protected].
Alumni Appreciation Week
October 10 through October 14
Monday, October 10 — “Let’s Mingle Monday”
Alumni are welcomed back to campus for a casual social with the Blue and White Society. Register for Let's Mingle Monday >
Tuesday, October 11 — “Tour Tuesday”
Alumni who would like a tour of campus to see all of the changes and updates can pick from two time slots to schedule a tour with the Lion Ambassadors. Schedule a tour >
Wednesday, October 12 — “Where Are They Now Wednesday”
Alumni are encouraged to send in a photo with an update of where they are now for us to share on social media. Examples include finishing a master degree, celebrating a milestone birthday, getting a job promotion, etc. Photo submissions can be sent to Abbie Kaiser, alumni relations and stewardship officer, at [email protected].
Thursday, October 13 — “Throwback Thursday”
Alumni are encouraged to send in photos of when they were Penn State students for us to post on social media on Thursday. Ex: I received a photo of an alumni from their graduation day in 1996. Photo submissions can be sent to Abbie Kaiser at [email protected].
Friday, October 14 — “Flash Sale Friday”
Alumni receive 10% off their purchase when they show the Alumni Appreciation Week flier at the campus bookstore all day on Friday!