WPU Jazz Ensemble & Alumni and Friends Concert
2025-10-16 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Boiler House, 201 W Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States

Authors and Artists
2025-10-18 08:30 - 11:00 | PAC, 201 Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States
Join us this Saturday, October 18, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. for Authors & Artists at William Penn University.
This special showcase invites our alumni, faculty, and staff to share their creative talents with the community. Explore a wide range of work including writing, jewelry design, cosplay, digital art, dog grooming, and more.
The event is free and open to the public, located next to the PAC Café. We look forward to seeing you there!

Blood Drive
2025-10-21 | Game Room

Trunk or Treat
2025-10-21 18:00 - 19:00 | PAC Courts
Join William Penn University for a fun-filled evening at Trunk or Treat on October 21 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Penn Activity Center (PAC) Courts, 1802 N E Street. Families and community members are invited to enjoy a safe and festive Halloween celebration featuring decorated trunks, candy, music, games, and a lively party atmosphere. After the event, stick around for the Women’s Volleyball Game at 7:00 PM, where there will be a costume contest and raffle with winners announced between the second and third sets. Sponsored by WPU Athletics and Student Organizations, this event promises a night of excitement and community spirit for all ages.

World Food Prize Laureate Lecture
2025-10-22 11:15 - 12:00 | George Daily Auditorium, 1800 N 3rd St # 2, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States
The World Food Prize Laureate Lecture, presented by William Penn University, features Heidi Kühn, founder of Roots of Peace and recipient of the 2023 World Food Prize. Kühn has dedicated her life to transforming conflict into peace by converting landmine-contaminated regions into thriving vineyards and orchards. Her “Mines to Vines” initiative has helped over one million farmers and families across ten countries, planting more than seven million fruit trees and removing over 100,000 landmines. Recognized globally for her humanitarian leadership, Kühn will share her journey of fostering peace, resilience, and sustainable growth through agriculture. Join us on October 22, 2025, at 11:15 AM in the George Daily Auditorium to hear her inspiring story.

Fall Nursing Visit Day 2025
2025-10-23 09:30 - 13:30 | Musco Technology Center, IA, United States
You are invited to campus to learn more about our four-year Pre-Licensure BSN Degree Nursing Program! You will:

Learn about our nursing program
Meet nursing faculty
Take a campus tour and see our labs in action
Hear from admissions
Q&A session with current nursing students
Enjoy lunch on us!

Kindly RSVP before October 20th at 3pm.
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Job & Internship Fair
2025-10-30 10:30 - 13:00 | PAC, 201 Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States
William Penn University invites students to the 2025 Job & Internship Fair on Thursday, October 30, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Penn Activity Center (PAC). This event offers students a valuable opportunity to connect with employers, explore career paths, and learn about job and internship openings across a range of industries. Attendees are encouraged to dress in business professional or business casual attire and to bring a current résumé. Free professional headshots will be available, and lunch will be served in the PAC. Whether you’re seeking an internship, your first full-time position, or simply looking to expand your professional network, this fair is the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your career journey.

Concert Band
2025-11-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Penn Central Mall, 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States
Enjoy a free evening of live music with the William Penn University Concert Band on Monday, November 3 at 7:00 p.m. at Penn Central Mall. Featuring both students and community members, the band will perform a mix of classic and contemporary pieces for all to enjoy.

Winter Coat Drive
2025-11-07 10:30 - 14:30 | Union, IA
Stay warm this season with the Winter Coat Drive, hosted by the United Way of Mahaska County. William Penn students can pick up winter coats and cold-weather supplies on Thursday, November 7, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Dana Atkins Student Union. This event is exclusively for William Penn students, offering free items to help prepare for the colder months. Community members who wish to donate coats or winter gear are encouraged to contact the United Way of Mahaska County for more information on how to contribute.

CAB Fest
2025-11-07 18:00 - 20:00 | William Penn University, 201 Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States

WPU High School Honor Band
2025-11-10 19:00 - 20:00 | George Daily Auditorium, 1800 N 3rd St # 2, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States
The William Penn University Music Department will host the 3rd Annual High School Honor Band on Monday, November 10, 2025 on its campus. 241 students from 26 area high schools will participate in 2 bands (11th and 12th grade Honor Band and 9th and10th grade Honor Band). Rehearsals will take place in the Musco Technology Center and the Chief Mahaska Room located in the Atkins Student Union. Each Band will present a performance that evening at the George Daily Auditorium at 7:00 pm. The evening’s repertoire will include overtures, marches, lyrical, novelty and other wind band genres.

The event is under the direction of William Penn’s Director of Athletic Bands, James DePrizio and Assistant Teaching Professor of Music, Scott Cressley.

Admission to the concert is free.

Poetry Slam
2025-11-12 19:00 - 21:00 | George Daily Auditorium, 1800 N 3rd St # 2, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States

WPU Jazz & William Penn Singers Concert
2025-11-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Smokey Row Coffee, 109 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States
Enjoy a free evening of live music at Smokey Row with the William Penn University Jazz Band and William Penn Singers on Thursday, November 20 at 7:00 p.m.. Relax with coffee and friends while talented student musicians and vocalists perform a lively mix of jazz favorites and contemporary tunes.

Pep Band Performance
2025-11-24 15:45 - 16:45 | Penn Central Mall, 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States
Join the Pep Band at Penn Central Mall for a lively early evening performance filled with energetic tunes and school spirit. Enjoy live music that will light up the mall and bring the community together.

Penncember
2025-12-04 18:00 - 19:30 | PAC, 201 Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States
Celebrate the spirit of the season at Penncember, a free, family-friendly event open to the entire community. Enjoy an afternoon filled with festive activities designed to bring joy and connection to all ages.
Guests can look forward to interactive games, holiday crafts, seasonal treats, and a special visit from Santa Claus. Whether you’re coming to create lasting memories with loved ones or simply to experience the warmth of the holiday season, Penncember offers something for everyone.

William Penn Winter Prospect Camp
2025-12-06 08:30 - 16:00 | PAC, 201 Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States
Join us at William Penn University for an intensive, high-level softball camp designed for serious athletes looking to elevate their game. Our Elite Softball Camp offers a unique opportunity to train like a collegiate athlete, working closely with WPU coaches and players in a competitive, fast-paced environment. Campers will receive advanced instruction in all aspects of the game, including: -Defensive and offensive skill development -Position-specific training (infield, outfield, pitching, catching) -Hitting mechanics and strategy -Game IQ, mental preparation, and situational play -Live scrimmages and collegiate-level drills Whether you’re preparing for your upcoming high school season or pursuing collegiate recruitment, this camp is designed to push your skills to the next level.

Spots are limited to ensure personalized attention and maximum reps for each athlete. Don’t miss your chance to train with the best and experience what it takes to compete at the next level!

Schedule:

8:30 Check-In Begins
9:00 – 12:00 Defense and Hitting Stations
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch Break
1:00 – 4:00 Scrimmage / Live At Bats

Age Range: Grades 9-12 / Ages 14-18

Price: $150

Sign Up Deadline: November 30, 2025

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Oskaloosa Lighted Christmas Parade
2025-12-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Oskaloosa, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States

Christmas Concert
2025-12-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Musco Technology Center, IA, United States
Although it was an event many of us were looking forward to, we want to put everyone’s safety first with the weather expected to get bad later on. The concert has been postponed and will now take place next Monday, December 8 at 7 pm in the MTC. We hope you can still join us then for a great evening together.

Late Shift Alumni Concert
2025-12-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Millstream Brau Haus, 741 47th ave, Amana, IA, 52203, United States
Join fellow Statesmen for an evening of music, laughter, and holiday cheer at the Late Shift Alumni Concert! This special event features a live performance by the talented WPU alumni band Late Shift, bringing their signature sound to the Millstream Brau Haus in Amana, Iowa. Catch up with classmates, reminisce about your favorite Penn memories, and get into the spirit of the season by participating in the Ugly Sweater Competition—festive prizes await! The fun begins at 6:00 PM on December 19, 2025. Come ready to reconnect, relax, and celebrate the enduring Penn pride that keeps us all in harmony.
Please register before midnight on December 5th.

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2026 Commencement
2026-05-09 09:00 - 11:00 | PAC, 201 Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States
Join us for William Penn University’s Commencement Ceremony on May 9th at 10:00 AM. Celebrate the achievements of our graduates as they embark on the next chapter of their lives. Family, friends, faculty, and staff are all invited to honor our students’ hard work and dedication.
