Penn First Plus Events
Through office-generated programs and close collaboration with the undergraduate Schools and campus partners, Penn First Plus endeavors to offer timely events that address the questions and needs of first-generation and lower-income undergraduates. Below, please find a list of our upcoming programs, which is regularly updated.
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Eat, Greet, Succeed: Professional Dining 101
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 | 7–8:30pm
8th Floor of Huntsman Hall
Co-sponsored by Wharton Undergraduate Division
Ever felt a bit lost when it comes to navigating professional dining situations? 🤔 Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Join us for the Penn First Plus Professional Dining 101 where we’ll dish out all the deets on making a positive impression at career and networking seated-dinners.
🍴 Our amazing guest speaker and facilitator, Dr. Janis Moore Campbell, will guiding us through the ins and outs of professional dining while we enjoy a delicious three-course meal. Plus, just for showing up, you’ll snag a FREE copy of “The Little Book Of Etiquette.” 📖
Bouquets & Boba
Friday, February 14, 2025 | 2-4pm
Shleifer Family P1P Center, College Hall G01
Co-sponsored by Penn Violence Prevention
Spread the love with P1P and Penn Violence Prevention (PVP) on Valentine’s Day! Join us and create your own custom bouquets – perfect for a loved one, friend, or yourself and sip on delicious boba!
Mindfulness & Meditation 101
Monday, February 17, 2025 | 12:15–1:15pm
Shleifer Family P1P Center, College Hall G01
Co-sponsored by Wellness @ Penn
Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. The goal of mindfulness is to wake up to the inner workings of our mental, emotional, and physical processes. Join this session to unwind, manage stress, and learn the art of mindfulness through guided meditation practices.
Lunch provided!
Moving Off-Campus
Tuesday, February 18, 2025 | 12–1pm
Shleifer Family P1P Center, College Hall G01
Co-sponsored by Financial Wellness @ Penn
Are you looking for Off-Campus housing? Interested in what options are available to you and how to manage the big jump? Join the PennCAP staff as they help you navigate living on your own and provide tips to make the transition easier! Free lunch provided!
Lunch provided!
Evaluating & Negotiating Offers
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | 4–5pm
P1P Conference Room (College Hall, G09-F)
Co-sponsored by Career Services
Calling all FGLI undergrads looking to uncover the keys to evaluating and negotiating job and internship offers!
Join this event to:
— Uncover the keys to evaluating and negotiating offers in diverse scenarios. 🔍
— Explore tactics, practice scenarios, and empower yourself to conquer any negotiation. 💪
— Elevate your skills and make every offer a stepping stone to success. 🚀
Catering provided for all those who register on time.
But hurry—seats are limited to just 20 students!
P1P Penn Law School Visit
Friday, February 21, 2025 | 11am–1pm
Penn Carey Law School (3501 Sansom St)
Co-sponsored by Penn Carey Law
Calling all FGLI undergrads interested in law school.
- Visit the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School.
- Learn about the academic offerings, research opportunities, job market supports, and specialized resources available through Penn Carey Law School.
- 📚Hear firsthand from a panel of current FGLI law students about their journey and experience at Carey law School. 🤝
Lunch provided for all those who register on time.
But hurry—seats are limited to just 30 FGLI undergrads!
Spring Break Grad School Fair
Friday, March 14, 2025 | 7am–7pm
University of Maryland – College Park
Interested in grad school (MA + PhD programs)? Planning to remaining on or close to campus for Spring Break?
Then join P1P on a Spring Break daytrip to the 26th Annual National McNair Scholars and Undergraduate Research Conference Graduate School Fair, hosted by the University of Maryland.
- Learn about applying to graduate school 📚
- Network with recruiters from ~100 national graduate programs in the Humanities, Social Sciences, STEM, & more 🤝
- Hear from distinguished guests and panelists 🎤
Poster present your undergraduate research (optional) 🎓