Community members, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends are invited to explore the campus, participate in activities, take home Penn State Great Valley gear, and connect with the community.

Experiences include virtual reality demonstrations, a makerspace activity, the Henry Art Gallery’s new exhibit, networking, and photo opportunities with the Nittany Lion.

Enjoy refreshments (including your favorite flavor of Berkey Creamery ice cream). 

Connect with students, staff, faculty, and alumni and learn what makes us all so proud to be a part of Penn State Great Valley. RSVP for this event.

Virtual Reality Demonstrations 

Try on one of our immersive and cutting edge AR & VR headsets as you are transported to another world. 

The Nittany Lion

Take a selfie with everyone's favorite Penn Stater!

Student Mixer

Meet current and former students, learn about our academic programs and co-curricular opportunities, and hear students, faculty, and alumni discuss their Great Valley experiences.

Tour the Knowledge Commons

The Knowledge Commons is a community space where students can meet to work in groups and experience peer-to-peer learning and team building. This campus favorite includes everything from a library to a fitness center. 

The Great Valley LaunchBox

The Great Valley LaunchBox supports early-stage entrepreneurs in turning good ideas into great businesses. We inspire, advise and educate the public to build our community. Learn about our resources, projects, and podcasting series!

Big Data Lab

From technical talks, to student competitions, to industry collaboration, find out what exciting things are happening here!

For the Glory, Share Your Story!

Reconnect with former faculty and reminisce on your favorite Penn State Great Valley memories!

Alumni Society

Graduates or friends of the campus may join!

6:00 PM to 6:15 PM | Chancellor Colin Neill’s Remarks
Musser Auditorium | Conference Center Building |First Floor

6:30 PM to 8:00 PM | Opening Reception
The Arts as a Vehicle for Social Change
The Henry Gallery | Conference Center Building | Second Floor

Travel and Accommodations:

Driving Directions: Directions to Penn State Great Valley are available on our website. 

Parking: There is ample free parking and handicap parking on campus. Parking registration is not required.

Public Transportation: Visit our website for more information on bus, train, taxi, and limousine services.

Lodging:

Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-Great Valley is adjacent to the Penn State Great Valley campus and has provided a special rate for this event. Simply click here to reserve your room. For additional options in the area, click here.