2025 Annual Student Sendoff & BBQ
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2025 Annual Student Sendoff & BBQ
August 9 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
FreePlease join us at Cabin John Park as we welcome the newest group of Nittany Lions as they join the Penn State family!
The day will include food, drinks, games, giveaways and more!
During the picnic, we will host a session where freshmen can chat with former students to find out all there is to know about campus life. We will also have a special session for parents to speak with current student parents to ask all the important questions.
Please kindly register using the RSVP link below so we can ensure there is enough food and drink. Expect typical BBQ fare (salads, grilled meat, fruit, and dessert).
Event Volunteers Needed: The chapter also needs alumni volunteers that can be present from 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM to help setup, greet guests, mingle with students and their families, take photos, cleanup, etc. Please register below if you’d like to help us run this important event! Be sure to RSVP using either the “Incoming Student” or “Family & Friends” RSVP tickets as well as signing up for volunteering.
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Cabin John Park – Group Picnic Area (7400 Tuckerman Ln, Bethesda, MD 20817)
Cost: Free to all incoming freshmen and their families, current students as well as any PSU DC Metro Alumni Association members.
Tickets: When reserving your free ticket, please be sure to include the total number of people in your party. Please select “Incoming Student” if you are joining us as a soon-to-be first year student at Penn State, or “Family & Friends” for all others who wish to join us.
Attire: Wear your favorite PSU gear! The event is entirely outside, so please dress accordingly.
Parking: There is a parking lot directly next to the Group Picnic Area, but space may be limited, so encourage early arrival and carpooling.