First-Year New Owl Experience sessions will take place during the Summer of 2026. Reservations are now open. The dates available to you are based on your distance from campus. You will see a list of currently available dates for you when you log into the reservation system via your TUportal Next Steps channel. To reserve your spot via the Next Steps channel click on the "Reserve your spot for the New Owl Experience this summer" step.
Check-in time: 8 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Location: Temple Performing Arts Center (1837 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA, 19122)
Parking: provided in the Liacouras Garage (1710 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19122)
Meals:
The program will end at 5:00pm.
Traveling from a distance? If you live more than 100 miles from Temple's main campus you may opt for an Early Arrival and arrive the night before your scheduled New Owl Experience session and stay in on-campus housing for a $25 early arrival fee.
Interested in bringing a family member or guest to your New Owl Experience day? Learn more about our virtual and in-person Parent and Family Orientation programs.
We want to ensure that all students are able to fully participate in their New Owl Experience. If you will require accommodations to successfully participate in any of your New Owl Orientation activities, please include your request in the RSVP process or email us at orientation@temple.edu to discuss your request.
Interested in an extended experience? See a different side of Temple University with the new OwlVenture Program – an overnight experience at the scenic Ambler Campus and Arboretum. The program includes 1-night tent camping, a low ropes challenge course, teambuilding activities, a pool party, evening s’mores around the campfire, and more! Learn more about the OwlVenture Program.
