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First day of class celebration! Drop by for your Free Riepe water bottle, share how your first day went, and connect with fellow residents.

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Brain Break: Pretzels & Programming

Take a break, and grab a pretzel while learning about how you can shape life at Du Bois College House! At this Brain Break, you’ll get to: Grab a Pretzel from Philly Pretzel, Meet other residents and enjoy a relaxed evening snack Learn about House Council and how you can be a class representative (1st through 4th years) Hear how class reps help plan bi-monthly Brain Breaks and gather resident feedback to improve our community We’re looking for passionate residents to join the programming board and bring new, exciting ideas to Du Bois. Come for the pudding, stay for the possibilities! 📅 When: Tuesday, September 2nd 🕗 Time: 10:00 - 11:00 PM 📍 Where: Harold Haskins MPR

🍧 Pop-Up Popsicle Celebration & Six Flags Sign-Up

Celebrate the first day of classes with a sweet treat and a quick break in the W.E.B. Du Bois College House Lobby! Drop by to enjoy a popsicle, share how your first day went, and connect with fellow residents. While you’re here, you can also secure your spot for the upcoming Six Flags Trip on Saturday, September 13th. Bring your $10 deposit to confirm your seat — spots are limited! 📅 When: Tuesday, August 26th 🕞 Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 Where: Du Bois College House Lobby Stop by to: Grab a refreshing popsicle Meet House Coordinator Shalaya Johnson Debrief about your first day of classes Confirm your spot for Six Flags before it sells out! Let’s kick off the semester with community, conversation, and something cool!

🏠 First-Year Mandatory Floor Meeting

🏠 First-Year Mandatory Floor Meeting Welcome to your first official gathering as a Du Bois resident! This mandatory meeting is an important step in getting settled into your new community and meeting the people who will help make your first year at Penn unforgettable. 📅 When: Wednesday, August 20th 🕢 Time: 7:30 PM 📍 Where: Harold Haskins Multipurpose Room (MPR) At this meeting, you will: Complete your Suitemate Agreements Meet your Floor & Wing RAs Learn House Policies & Procedures Review Penn Policies Get to know your floor neighbors Receive your exclusive Du Bois House merchandise (e.g., T-shirts, etc.) This is your chance to start the year informed, connected, and ready to thrive in our community. Attendance is required for all first-year Du Bois residents.

🌱 Sprouting Connections – First-Year Move-In Meet & Greet

Welcome home to the W.E.B. Du Bois College House! As you begin your Penn journey, join us for Sprouting Connections — a warm housewarming event designed to help you meet your RAs, connect with fellow first-years, and start growing your community roots. Stop by one of our Move-In Tabling locations to: Say hello to your Resident Advisors Learn about the exciting programs and traditions we have planned for the year Take home your very own succulent to brighten up your space 📅 Tuesday, August 19th 🕚 Time & Locations: Harold Haskins Multipurpose Room (1st Floor): 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM 4th Floor Lounge: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📅 Wednesday, August 20th 🕙 Time & Locations: Harold Haskins Multipurpose Room (1st Floor): 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 4th Floor Lounge: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Come say hello, grab your plant, and let’s start this year by planting the seeds for an incredible Du Bois experience together.

🌱 Sprouting Connections – First-Year Move-In Meet & Greet

🌱 Sprouting Connections – First-Year Move-In Meet & Greet Welcome home to the W.E.B. Du Bois College House! As you begin your Penn journey, join us for Sprouting Connections — a warm housewarming event designed to help you meet your RAs, connect with fellow first-years, and start growing your community roots. Stop by one of our Move-In Tabling locations to: Say hello to your Resident Advisors Learn about the exciting programs and traditions we have planned for the year Take home your very own succulent to brighten up your space 📅 Tuesday, August 19th 🕚 Time & Locations: Harold Haskins Multipurpose Room (1st Floor): 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM 4th Floor Lounge: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📅 Wednesday, August 20th 🕙 Time & Locations: Harold Haskins Multipurpose Room (1st Floor): 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 4th Floor Lounge: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Come say hello, grab your plant, and let’s start this year by planting the seeds for an incredible Du Bois experience together.