Philadelphia Chapter - Penn State Alumni Association

09/01/2026

🏈 KICK OFF THE SEASON WITH PENN STATE PHILLY! 💙🤍

Join us at Evil Genius Beer in Fishtown for Penn State vs. Marshall! Catch the game on TWO 16 ft screens with sound on, plus food & drink specials all game long.

See you Saturday at 3:30! WE ARE! 🦁🏈🐾

08/23/2026

Swipe through for a look at this year’s First-Year Sendoff! 💙

Classes start tomorrow, and we’re so excited for a new generation of Penn Staters to officially begin their journey! Every year, we team up with our fellow local alumni chapters to welcome first-year students and their families to the Penn State community and make the transition to college a little easier. 🐾

To all of our new Nittany Lions: Good luck on your first day, and enjoy every minute. WE ARE! 🦁

08/21/2026

Penn State Football is back in TWO WEEKS! 🏈🏈🏈

And that means another season of Penn State | Philly Chapter game watches! Join us all season long to cheer on the Nittany Lions and meet fellow Penn Staters! 💙💙💙

Whether you come every week or are joining us for the first time, we’d love to see you there! 🐾🐾🐾

Find up-to-date game watch info throughout the season at the link in our bio, and stay tuned for details on some special game watch events coming soon! 👀

WE ARE! 🦁💙🤍🐾

08/20/2026

*** TICKETS ON SALE NOW! ***

Join us for The Liberty Ball, A Knight for the Kids, on Saturday, February 13, 2027, from 7PM to 12AM at the Crystal Tea Room in Philadelphia. Our 22nd annual "blue-tie" optional gala hosted by Philadelphia Chapter - Penn State Alumni Association supports Penn State THON and Four Diamonds in the mission to conquer childhood cancer. Get your tickets now at our early bird rate!

💙 The evening will include dinner, dancing, a silent auction, raffles, and stories from Four Diamonds families

🤍Since 2006, The Liberty Ball and Penn State Philly have raised over $616,000 to conquer childhood cancer.

💛For information about volunteering, sponsorship, or tickets/full tables visit https://lb2027.givesmart.com.

08/20/2026

💙🤍🏈 PENN STATE–TEMPLE WEEKEND IN PHILLY! 🏈💙🤍
There’s a full weekend of Penn State pride coming to Philly! Join Penn State | Philly Chapter, our sister chapters, and fellow Penn Staters for three events surrounding the Penn State vs. Temple game.

🏈 PENN STATE vs. TEMPLE TAILGATE - Sat Sept 12, 9am @ Jetro Lot
Join Penn State Philly and friends from our sister chapters for a pregame tailgate before the Nittany Lions take on Temple! We’ll have games, great company, and breakfast food available for pay-what-you-wish donations benefiting Penn State Abington’s Food Pantry. BYOB!
📲 RSVP using the Partiful link in our bio and include your phone number to receive day-of location details and event updates.

🏙️ ROAR TOUR + PSU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL - Fri Sept 11, 5pm to 11pm @ Cira Green & 6pm @ the Palestra
Join hundreds of Penn Staters at Cira Green for skyline views, food & beverages for purchase from Sunset Social, and appearances from the Penn State Cheerleaders, the Nittany Lion, and other special guests throughout the night! At 6 PM, head to The Palestra to cheer on Penn State Women’s Volleyball in person, or stay at Cira Green and watch the match on the big screen.

🌳 PENN STATE × TEMPLE COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP - Weds Sept 9, 5:30pm to 7:30pm @ FDR Park
Before we meet on the football field, we’re teaming up off of it! Penn State Philly and the Temple University Greater Philadelphia Network are joining forces for a community clean-up at FDR Park ahead of the Penn State vs. Temple game. Spots are limited, so reserve yours soon!

🔗 Find details and registration for all three events — plus game information — at the link in our bio.
WE ARE! 🦁💙

08/11/2026

Meet the faces behind Penn State Philly! Presenting our 2026-27 Board, including some familiar faces, new members, and members stepping into new roles!
Keep an eye out for these friendly faces at our upcoming game watches and events. 🦁🏈 Details on this season’s game watches are coming soon! 💙

07/07/2026

Calling all Penn State Health Policy & Administration (HPA) students, interns, and alumni!

Join us on Wednesday, July 22, from 5:00–7:00 PM at City Tap House for an evening of networking, mentorship, and meaningful connections with fellow Penn Staters in the Philadelphia area.

Whether you’re exploring career paths, looking to grow your professional network, or hoping to connect with HPA alumni working across the region, this is a great opportunity to meet others in the field, exchange experiences, and strengthen your Penn State community. Light bites will be provided.

We can’t wait to see you there!

06/08/2026

It is with a heavy heart that PSAA Philadelphia joins South Philadelphia and Penn State University in mourning the loss of Billy Schmidt. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. If you’d like to show your support, please consider contributing to his GoFundMe campaign: https://gofund.me/949b48302.

My name is Anna Schmidt, and I am raising funds for my brother, Billy Schmidt. Ou… Anna Muraglia needs your support for Support for Billy Schmidt’s Loved Ones

05/12/2026

Your summer Thursday post-work plans are here! 👟🔴 Spots are officially open!

Join Penn State Philly’s kickball team starting May 28 at Poplar Park in Northern Liberties. Whether you’re competitive or just in it for the vibes and post-game hangs, everyone’s welcome.

Can’t make it to most of the games? You can still sign up as a sub and play whenever you’re available.

$65/player or $33/player for PSAA members
7 game guarantee including playoffs
Game start times vary, 6, 6:45, and 7:30.

Sign up at the link in bio and Venmo your registration fee to by Thursday, May 21!

05/07/2026

Last call, Penn Staters!
Spots for Raise the Bar in Philly are filling up! Grab your seat before they’re gone.
Join us for “Haunting Q***r History,” an exploration of how the ghostliness of q***r life today, and the q***rness of ghostly life a century ago, reveal the ways q***r histories have been preserved, especially when official narratives threaten to write q***r people out of history.

Tuesday, May 12 | 7–9 PM | $25 tix


102 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107