Student for a Day

Experience PennWest like a real student—shadow a class, meet your mentor, and explore campus life for yourself.

PennWest students on campus

What’s Included

This isn’t a tour—it’s a test-drive. Move like a PennWest student for a day: go to class, meet people who’ll know your name, and see the spaces where you’ll do your best work.

Shadow a Class

Sit in on a real class connected to your interests and see how we learn by doing.

Student Mentor Match

Pair up with a current student in your area—ask anything and follow their routine.

Meet Faculty & Students

Connect with professors and student leaders who’ll support you from day one.

Explore Your Spaces

Labs, studios, clinics, rec—see the places where you’ll build skills and community.

Dine Like a Student

Grab lunch on us. Dietary accommodations available—just note them at registration.

Pick Your Campus & Date

Choose a campus to see upcoming Student for a Day dates and register.

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Choose a campus to view available dates

PennWest California — Vulcan for a Day

Friday, Oct 3, 2025 — 9:00 AM

Check-in 9:00 AM • Lunch included

Register

Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 — 9:00 AM

Check-in 9:00 AM • Lunch included

Register

PennWest Clarion — Golden Eagle for a Day

Friday, Oct 3, 2025 — 9:00 AM

Check-in 9:00 AM • Lunch included

Register

Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 — 9:00 AM

Check-in 9:00 AM • Lunch included

Register

PennWest Edinboro — Fighting Scot for a Day

Friday, Oct 3, 2025 — 9:00 AM

Check-in 9:00 AM • Lunch included

Register

Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 — 9:00 AM

Check-in 9:00 AM • Lunch included

Register

Agenda

Your day is structured to give you a true snapshot of life at PennWest. Here’s the flow:

8:45 AM

Check-In Opens

Arrive early, get your materials, and meet our team.

9:00 AM

Welcome Session & Mentor Match

Kick off the day and connect with your student mentor.

10:00 AM

Attend Class & Walk the Campus

Join a real class and experience the campus alongside your mentor.

12:30 PM

Lunch in the Dining Hall

Eat like a student—lunch is on us, with accommodations available.

1:30 PM

Checkout

Wrap up your visit, ask final questions, and head out with next steps.

“PennWest and SGA gave me a voice. You go from not knowing anyone to knowing everyone — you have a voice.” — Sydney Cochran

Leading by Listening

A PennWest California grad student turned SGA president shows how finding your voice on campus can change everything—friends, confidence, and a future built on service.

Read Sydney's Story

Grounded in Practice, Growing in Community

A first-year student brings a deep-rooted mindfulness practice to PennWest Clarion, finding immediate community support and sharing her resilience tools with others.

Read Cece's Story

Can’t make a Student for a Day?

No worries—you can still explore campus, connect with admissions, and find the right visit that fits your schedule.

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