Explore IST
Hosted each Fall Semester
The student experience in Penn State’s College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) is unlike any other! Our undergraduates learn through real-world, hands-on scenarios to understand and shape how information and technology impact our lives. Our faculty’s expertise in business, government, and the military mean our students gain broad experiences that lead to successful careers in emerging fields.
Join us to Explore IST!
Connect with IST faculty and current students as you check out our majors, student organizations, and facilities. See how a College of IST education can prepare you for a meaningful career where information, technology, and society intersect.
Schedule of Events
Explore IST is an open-house-style event, so there is no formal agenda. You are welcome to come and go as you please and take things at your own pace! Faculty, staff, and students will be available throughout Westgate Building to answer questions and help you find your way to our various resource stations.
You will have two opportunities to attend a presentation by the University's Undergraduate Admissions Office and Financial Aid Office. This session is not mandatory, but we encourage you to take advantage of this resource if you are interested!
- 2:15–2:45 p.m. (W201 Westgate)
- 2:45–3:15 p.m. (W201 Westgate)
There will be optional campus tours led by the Penn State Lion Ambassadors departing at 4:00 p.m. These walking tours typically last 60 to 90 minutes, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes if you plan to participate!