Join us for Convocation 2026 on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. in the Bryce Jordan Center. Convocation is the official start to your academic journey at Penn State and marks your formal welcome into the university community.  All first‑year students are required to attend. There is a strict no-bag policy at the Bryce Jordan Center. Please do not bring any bags with you to this event. Hosted by: Student Orientation and Transition Programs (Welcome Week) Additional Information can be found at: https://discover.psu.edu/event/12510287