Join fellow first-year students, experienced student leaders and Bucknell staff as you explore one of the nation’s hottest tech towns. You’ll travel to Philadelphia to meet alumni business leaders at their offices, tour local foodie hotspots and test out your teamwork skills at team destinations.
In addition to forming lasting connections with fellow students, you’ll meet Bucknell alumni and prospective employers before your first semester even begins. In short, Taste, Tech & Teamwork will help set you up for a successful four years at Bucknell. You’ll be encouraged to reflect on your experiences and opportunities throughout the trip, learning skills of presence and mindfulness as you start your educational journey.
This Pre-Orientation program is hosted by the Office of Experiential Learning at the Freeman College of Management. This program is open to students in the Freeman College of Management.
Thanks to generous support from Bucknell alumni, there is no fee to attend this experience.
What You’ll Do
- Engage in the tastes of the area, meet with alumni at a variety of restaurants and venues, visit the local markets and participate in a cooking class.
- Visit employers and alumni to learn more about industries and the Bucknell community.
Whom It’s For
This Pre-Orientation program is open to incoming Bucknell Freeman College of Management first-years in the class of 2029.
Pre-O Accommodations
Participants will stay in a hotel in the heart of Philadelphia. There will be two or three students in each room.
Cost to Attend
Thanks to generous support from Bucknell alumni, the fee to attend this experience has been waived. There will be no fee for students who apply.
How to Apply
This program is limited to a maximum number of 20 students. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
