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Distance with the Dean

Location: William A. Schreyer Courtyard (Atherton Hall), All Scholars are invited to join Dean Mather and fellow Schreyer Scholars in a morning run around campus. Meet Dean Mather in the courtyard at 8:00 a.m. to start the day with some movement and chatting with new and old friends. After the run, there will be donuts and other refreshments for everyone!!! If you plan to participate, please RSVP at the following link by Friday, February 27at 9:00 a.m.: Distance with the Dean - Saturday 2/28 – Fill out form, Dean Mather hopes to see everyone on Saturday or at future runs. Watch the newsletter for upcoming dates. Event Name: Distance with the Dean. Saturday, February 28, 2026, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.

Distinguished Honors Faculty Program: Safety and Wellbeing in Video Games

LOCATION:  The Federal Taphouse, Downtown State College, REGISTRATION:  RSVP Form Link, Join Dr. Yubo Kou, Assistant Professor and the Haile Family Early Career Professor, to discuss why video games are meant to be a place for fun but are also filled with toxicity, predatory monetization, and other safety concerns. At this event, you will discuss safety risks in video games, common safety measures, and the involvement of various stakeholders such as players, game studios, and policymakers.    . Event Name: Schreyer Honors College Distinguished. Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.

Schreyer Happy Hour: D.C. Metro Area

Location: Washington, D.C. RSVP: Registration is required!  Join Schreyer alumni, Presidential Leadership Academy alumni, and friends of the college for a happy hour event at the offices of BakerBotts in Washington, DC. This is a great opportunity to meet college staff, network with other alumni, and enjoy a fun evening out.  If you don't live near D.C. watch for our next happy hour in a city near you. Event Name: SHC HHH Spring 26: DC. Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Drop-in Career Counseling

Location: Donato Family Classroom (C9 Atherton Hall), All Scholars are invited to join Brandon Crockford, Schreyer Career Development team member for this open Q&A Session and bring any career-development related questions.  Brandon will be available for students to stop in for any amount of time to discuss their questions with him.  Questions on all career development topics are welcome, including: Resume and Cover Letter Development and Reviews , Interviewing Preparation , Pursuing summer internships and field-specific experiences , Planning for success in your internship and career , Evaluating and Negotiating Offers , Building a framework to apply to graduate and professional school  , Strategies for career development during the summer months , Networking skills and strategies , Aligning your strengths and values with your career goals , Career Exploration , Clarifying long vs. short-term goals , Steps to pursue research experience , Building a LinkedIn profile (could go with… Event Name: Career Development Open Q &A Session. Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Distinguished Honors Faculty Program: Artificial Intelligence

LOCATION:  Federal Taphouse - Downtown State College, This event is full. Please check out other DHFP dates. Deadline to RSVP:  March 9, 2026, LIMIT:  10    Join Dr. Pan and one or two of his senior members of his research lab to explore your excitement and fears surrounding the sudden rise of artificial intelligence (AI). You'll discuss the possibilities in healthcare, education, innovation, and arts that AI makes possible as well as consider concerns about safety, trust, computation power, job loss, and ethics that logically arise with AI. Come ready to think about the power of AI and its potential ability to improve the efficiency of human work in every sector of our lives. At the same time, you'll learn to question what it means to be truthful and authentic in a world where AI-powered tools are increasingly mimicking human natural language abilities. We will meet at the Federal Tap House in downtown State College.     Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations or who… Event Name: SHC DHFP - Dipanjan Pan - AI March 19. Thursday, March 19, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Distinguished Honors Faculty Program: Immersive Technologies and Research

Location:  The Center for Immersive Experiences - Ground Floor of the Pattee Library - W003, Register:  RSVP Link, LIMIT:  10, Deadline to RSVP:  March 17, 2026, Join Dr. Jessica Menold, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Dr. Patrick Dudas, Teaching Professor of Informatics and Intelligent Systems, to learn about the ways in which immersive technologies augment and extend ongoing research here at Penn State. We will have the chance to demo several immersive experiences and talk through the pros and cons of immersive technologies.  Dinner will be provided from Roots. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations or who have questions about physical access may contact Rhonda Demchak at rrr11@psu.edu in advance of the program. Event Name: DHFP - Dr. Jessica Menold. Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Schreyer Writing Jumpstart

Location: Grandfather Clock Lounge, Atherton Hall or on Zoom, Papers due soon? Working on your thesis? Struggling to find time to write? Join us for a WRITING JUMPSTART session. During this session, you'll work alongside others to focus and write. Associate Deans Yarger and Rotunno will write with you and provide support when needed. We’ll also provide cookies and tea, which can be helpful during the writing process.  If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Rotunno at ler12@psu.edu or Dr. Yarger at lmk12@psu.edu. Event Name: Schreyer Writing Jumpstart. Thursday, March 26, 2026, 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM.

Distinguished Honors Faculty Program: Rebuilding the Tower of Babel

Location:  Donato Family Classroom (C-9) Atherton Hall, Registration:  RSVP FORM, Deadline to Register:  March 20, 2026, Please join Dr. Gonzalo Rubio for his Distinguished Honors Faculty Program to discuss how speakers can easily realize that Italian & Spanish, German & English, or Arabic & Hebrew are related. These languages share plenty of cognate words and many grammatical characteristics. Such connections point to their genetic affiliation and a common ancestor. In some instances, the latter is well known (e.g. Latin for Italian, Spanish and French). In most cases, however, the source from which these languages sprung is now lost (Indo-European, Semitic). The study of language families and the reconstruction of their ancestors ("proto-languages") is an exciting endeavor that sheds unsuspected light on the history and culture of all peoples across the globe. Event Name: SHC DHFP Dr. Gonzalo Rubio. Thursday, March 26, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Schreyer Writing Jumpstart

Location: Grandfather Clock Lounge, Atherton Hall or Zoom: https://psu.zoom.us/j/92184073268, Papers due soon? Working on your thesis? Struggling to find time to write? Join us for a WRITING JUMPSTART session. During this session, you'll work alongside others to focus and write. Drs. Yarger and Rotunno will write with you and provide support when needed. We’ll also provide cookies and tea, which can be helpful during the writing process.  If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Rotunno at ler12@psu.edu or Dr. Yarger at lmk12@psu.edu. Event Name: Schreyer Writing Jumpstart. Friday, March 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Distance with the Dean

Location: William A. Schreyer Courtyard (Atherton Hall), All Scholars are invited to join Dean Mather and fellow Schreyer Scholars in a morning run around campus. Meet Dean Mather in the courtyard at 8:00 a.m. to start the day with some movement and chatting with new and old friends. After the run, there will be donuts and other refreshments for everyone!!! If you plan to participate, please RSVP at the following link by Friday, March 27 at 9:00 a.m.: Distance with the Dean - Saturday 3/28 – Fill out form, Dean Mather hopes to see everyone on Saturday or at future runs. Watch the newsletter for upcoming dates. Event Name: Distance with the Dean. Saturday, March 28, 2026, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.

Connect Networking & Career Day

Location: Business Building, RSVP to attend, Connect Networking and Career Day brings more than 50 Scholar alumni to campus for roundtable discussions and networking. Whether you are exploring majors, considering internships, preparing for graduate or professional school, or sending out resumes for employment, bring your questions and learn from alumni with expertise in a variety of fields. Registration and headshots from 11:00-11:30 a.m. Event begins at 11:30 a.m. For more information and a list of alumni, visit the Connect website. Event Name: Connect Networking & Career Day. Saturday, March 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

Yoga with Titan the Dog

Location: Atherton Hall, Grandfather Clock Lounge, All Scholars are invited to come out and do "Yoga with Titan". Join us for a fun and relaxing yoga session with Titan the dog! Bring a towel or yoga mat! If you have any questions, please contact Shreya Bellum at sfb6198@psu.edu. Event Name: Yoga with Titan. Sunday, March 29, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Drop-in Career Counseling

Location: Donato Family Classroom (C9 Atherton Hall), All Scholars are invited to join Brandon Crockford, Schreyer Career Development team member for this open Q&A Session and bring any career development related questions.  Brandon will be available for students to stop in for any amount of time to discuss their questions with him.  Questions on all career development topics are welcome, including: Resume and Cover Letter Development and Reviews , Interviewing Preparation , Pursuing summer internships and field-specific experiences , Planning for success in your internship and career , Evaluating and Negotiating Offers , Building a framework to apply to graduate and professional school  , Strategies for career development during the summer months , Networking skills and strategies , Aligning your strengths and values with your career goals , Career Exploration , Clarifying long vs. short term goals , Steps to pursue research experience , Building a LinkedIn profile (could go with… Event Name: Career Development Open Q&A Session. Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

Schreyer Writing Jumpstart

Location: Grandfather Clock Lounge, Atherton Hall or on Zoom, Papers due soon? Working on your thesis? Struggling to find time to write? Join us for a WRITING JUMPSTART session. During this session, you'll work alongside others to focus and write. Associate Deans Yarger and Rotunno will write with you and provide support when needed. We’ll also provide cookies and tea, which can be helpful during the writing process.  If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Rotunno at ler12@psu.edu or Dr. Yarger at lmk12@psu.edu. Event Name: Schreyer Writing Jumpstart. Thursday, April 9, 2026, 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM.

Schreyer Writing Jumpstart

Location: Grandfather Clock Lounge, Atherton Hall or Zoom: https://psu.zoom.us/j/92184073268, Papers due soon? Working on your thesis? Struggling to find time to write? Join us for a WRITING JUMPSTART session. During this session, you'll work alongside others to focus and write. Drs. Yarger and Rotunno will write with you and provide support when needed. We’ll also provide cookies and tea, which can be helpful during the writing process.  If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Rotunno at ler12@psu.edu or Dr. Yarger at lmk12@psu.edu. Event Name: Schreyer Writing Jumpstart. Friday, April 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Schreyer Field Day

Location: Sunset Park, RSVP by March 6, Join Student Council and the Schreyer Wellness Warriors for a Schreyer Field Day Event. Teams will compete in fun activities, such as relay races, trivia, and more! There will be prizes, so be sure to come out and join in on the fun!! Food and transportation will be provided. Sign up with a team of five or be placed on a team. If you have any questions, please contact Shreya Bellum at sfb6198@psu.edu. Event Name: Schreyer First Annual Field Day. Sunday, April 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Spring Gong Days

Location: Grandfather Clock Lounge, Atherton Hall, Come celebrate your thesis completion by ringing the Gong! Gong Days is when graduating Schreyer Scholars complete a time-honored tradition of ringing a ceremonial gong to mark the completion of the thesis and all the other honors requirements for graduating from Penn State with Honors.  Scholars who are eligible to ring the Gong will receive an invitation via email. Scholars are encouraged to bring family, friends, faculty, or others to join in the celebration! Event Name: Schreyer Gong Days Spring 2026. Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Spring Gong Days

Location: Grandfather Clock Lounge, Atherton Hall, Come celebrate your thesis completion by ringing the Gong! Gong Days is when graduating Schreyer Scholars complete a time-honored tradition of ringing a ceremonial gong to mark the completion of the thesis and all the other honors requirements for graduating from Penn State with Honors.  Scholars who are eligible to ring the Gong will receive an invitation via email. Scholars are encouraged to bring family, friends, faculty, or others to join in the celebration! Event Name: Schreyer Gong Days Spring 2026. Thursday, April 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Distance with the Dean

Location: William A. Schreyer Courtyard (Atherton Hall), All Scholars are invited to join Dean Mather and fellow Schreyer Scholars in a morning run around campus. Meet Dean Mather in the courtyard at 8:00 a.m. to start the day with some movement and chatting with new and old friends. After the run, there will be donuts and other refreshments for everyone!!! If you plan to participate, please RSVP at the following link by Friday, April 24 at 9:00 a.m.: Distance with the Dean - Saturday 4/25 – Fill out form, Dean Mather hopes to see everyone on Saturday or at future runs. Watch the newsletter for upcoming dates. Event Name: Distance with the Dean. Saturday, April 25, 2026, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.

Donuts with Dean

Location: Simmons Hall Piano Lounge, All Scholars are invited to the final Donuts with the Dean of the spring semester. Come out for donuts, fresh fruit, hot coffee, hot chocolate, and good conversations. This is a great way to meet other Scholars, your Scholar Assistant Team, and our staff. We hope you will plan to join us to start your day! Event Name: Donuts with Dean. Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.

Spring 2026 Medals Ceremony

Location:  Bryce Jordan Center, Registration: RSVP in SRS to attend, 2026 Spring Medals Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 9 at 4:00 p.m. in the Bryce Jordan Center.  Approximately 450 Scholars have fulfilled the requirements to graduate with honors this spring. Prior to the ceremony, the College will host a reception on the arena's concourse level between gates A-C, beginning at 2:00 p.m.  Should you have any questions, please reach out to Rhonda Demchak at (814) 865-4257 or by email at rrr11@psu.edu. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations or who have quetions about physical acess may contact Rhonda Demchak, rrr11@psu.edu, in advance of the program.   . Event Name: SHC Spring 2026 Medals Ceremony. Friday, May 8, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.

Books with the Dean: House of Names

Location: Zoom  Registration: Register for this and other sessions here! Join the Schreyer Honors College for a summer literary read as part of our Books with the Dean series. Join Dean Patrick Mather, current Scholars, and alumni of the Schreyer Honors College and Presidential Leadership Academy for an online book discussion.  House of Names by Colm Tóibín A modern retelling of the Greek tragedy of the House of Atreus, focusing on betrayal, revenge, and psychological turmoil within a fractured royal family. Books with the Dean is organized in conjunction with the Scholar Alumni Society. . Event Name: Schreyer Books with the Dean. Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.