The Penn Parent Program Ice Cream Social is a welcoming event designed to bring together current students and community members interested in becoming Penn Parents. Over ice cream, students and potential Penn Parents can meet, share conversations, and begin building connections that may grow into meaningful mentorships. The Penn Parent Program pairs students with supportive community members who provide guidance, encouragement, and a sense of family throughout their college experience. In the past, these relationships have become so strong that some students have even joined their Penn Parents for family holidays when returning home was not possible. This social is the perfect first step in fostering those bonds and ensuring that every student feels supported and connected during their William Penn journey.