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August 18, 2026

New Student Orientation: Penn Libraries Showcase

New to Penn? Stop by our main building, the Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center, for a showcase of our libraries and services. Chat with our librarians, discover library resources, and take a moment to explore the building. No reservations necessary. Light refreshments will be served.

  • 12:00pm - 2:00pm
  • Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center
Open to Penn Students Only
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September 29, 2026

Open Study & Office Hours: How to Get Organized

Need a little help getting organized this semester? Drop in for Open Study & Office Hours: How to Get Organized with Learning Enrichment!

  • 3:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Open area of Weigle Information Commons, Van Pelt-Dietrich Center, 1st floor
Open to Penn Students, Faculty, and Staff
Three students in study booth talking with laptops out
October 27, 2026

Open Study & Office Hours: Design Tools for Projects

Working on a project and wondering what tools could help bring your ideas to life? Drop in for Open Study & Office Hours: Design Tools for Projects with Learning Enrichment!

  • 3:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Open area of Weigle Information Commons, Van Pelt-Dietrich Center, 1st floor
Open to Penn Students, Faculty, and Staff
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