The city is your CAMPUS 2020-2021 The Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. (267-284-5000) The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. www.Facebook.com/HarrisburgU www.Twitter.com/HarrisburgU 326 Market Street Harrisburg, PA 17101 • 717.901.5101 • [email protected] • www.HarrisburgU.edu THE TOTAL COLLEGE EXPERIENCE When you attend Harrisburg University of Science & Technology, you’ll be right in the heart of Pennsylvania’s capital city. 1 COLLEGE IS MORE You’ll feel the pulse of the city all around. THAN CLASSES. THERE’S It’s where the action is. You’re close to DOWNTIME, TOO, WHEN YOU CAN KICK BACK, RELAX AND HAVE FUN. HU OFFERS restaurants, shops, theaters, sports A FULL ASSORTMENT OF CLUBS AND events—everything you could want in an ORGANIZATIONS FOR EVERY INTEREST. urban campus experience. It’s an energized THAT’S THE BEAUTY OF A SMALL, CLOSE-KNIT UNIVERSITY LIKE HU. vibe that takes college to a whole new level, delivering something you won’t experience anywhere else. MARKETST X MARKS THE SPOT TH 4 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS include: The Student Government The Entrepreneur Group The HU Event’s Council Crafting Interest Club Asian Culture Club Gaming Interest Club HU Athletic Club HU’s Strides Against Breast Cancer Team GET INVOLVED WITH Forensic Science Club Biotechnology Club The Social Media Club 2 STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS AT 3 Student Veterans Organization Don’t see one that interests you? Contact Student HARRISBURG UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND The Music Club Services at [email protected] TECHNOLOGY! MEMBERSHIP IS A TICKET TO DEVELOP YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS, EXPLORE NEW INTERESTS, MEET NEW FRIENDS, AND ENHANCE YOUR RESUME. JOINING AN ORGANIZATION BRINGS MANY BENEFITS, INCLUDING PRACTICAL As a trailblazer in a rising industry, Harrisburg University’s HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE, SHARING OF esports program aims to set the standard in collegiate esports. Offered as our one-and-only varsity sport, we COMMON INTERESTS AND EXPERIENCES host one-of-a-kind spectator events, field world-class AND LASTING FRIENDSHIPS. competitive teams, and create a business ecosystem that will make Harrisburg the hub of east-coast esports. HU is part of the National Association of Collegiate Esports. It’s our only varsity sports team and it competes against other schools in: League of Legends Overwatch HEARTHSTONE There are even athletic scholarships awarded to members of the team. Come out and cheer on the squad as they battle on a 40-foot screen. Speaking of esports: Harrisburg University hosts the annual HUE Invitational, a national collegiate esports tournament that attracts gamers from colleges around the country who compete in a multi-day tournament. It attracts hundreds of the best gamers and esports fans to the downtown. Harrisburg University is a proud member of the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE). CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2019-20 MAY Artsfest of Greater Harrisburg I May 2020 River Front Park, Harrisburg I http://www.jumpstreet.org/events/artsfest/ Held annually in Riverfront Park in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Artsfest features over 250 exceptional juried artists and craftspeople from across the United States and Canada. JULY Taste of Independence I July 4, 2020 4 River Front Park, Harrisburg I http://harrisburgpa.gov/july4th/ 5 Featuring food trucks, music, and an evening ending with fireworks. AUGUST Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire I August - October 2020 Mount Hope Estate and Winery, Manheim, PA I www.parenfaire.com A themed faire where jousting and lords awaiting are the norm. SEPTEMBER Kipona I September 2020 River Front Park & City Island I http://harrisburgpa.gov/kipona/ Food Trucks, Art Vendors, Native American Pow Wow, Festival of India, Children’s Village, Live Music, Fireworks and much more. 2020 Harrisburg Gallery Walk I Starting: September 2020 (second Friday of the month) Various Harrisburg City locations Times: 11:00am - 6:00pm OCTOBER HUE Invitational I October 2020 This event spans three days. It attracts hundreds of the best gamers and esports fans to the downtown. DECEMBER Strawberry Drop I December 30, 2020 Market Square, Harrisburg, 1 N. Second St. Bring in the New Year with Harrisburg’s Strawberry Drop, followed by a fireworks display. JANUARY PA Farm Show I January 2020 Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg I http://www.farmshow.state.pa.us/ The largest indoor agricultural exposition in the country, with nearly 6,000 animals, 10,000 competitive exhibits, and 300 commercial exhibits. Featuring entertainment, food and all aspects of farm and agricultural exhibits and contests. SEEIT, EATIT, DOIT 6 THERE’S LOTS TO SEE, 7 EAT, AND DO! THERE’S NO LACK OF THINGS TO SEE, EAT OR DO AROUND HU’S CAMPUS. IT’S JUST A MATTER OF DECIDING WHAT YOU WANT TO DO AND WHEN. WE’VE COMPILED A LIST OF OUR FAVORITES AND WOULD LIKE IT IF YOU COULD ADD TO THAT LIST AT #IAMHU/ FAVE. WE HAVE EVEN GIVEN YOU A PLACE TO WRITE IN YOUR FAVORITES. DON’T FORGET— SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE. Keystone Restaurant Little Amps EATBroad Street Market ITThe Millworks Good food, CHEAP. Great place to get your Open Thursdays, Fridays, Locally sourced food and You won’t leave hungry. Java fix with three and Saturdays. A good drinks. Great all around locations to choose from. selection for fresh produce, 1000 N 3rd St. place to eat. dining or choices from the Strawberry Square, 340 Verbeke St State & Second St., and various artisan vendors. 1836 Green St. Verbeke and North 3rd St. Rate Yours Rate Yours Rate Yours Rate Yours 8 9 Passage to India Jackson House Los Tres Cubanos Pastorante The go-to place for Indian Worth the wait, open just Tucked away in the heart When your looking for a food in the Harrisburg area! for lunch. of Shipoke, offering bowl of pasta, look no Cuban fare. 525 S Front St 1004 N. 6th St. further. 540 Race St. 1012 North 3rd St. Rate Yours Rate Yours Rate Yours Rate Yours The Taco Truck Home 231 El Sol Cafe Fresco Authentic Mexican A farm-to-table restaurant. A Mexican restaurant Great small plates to share. tacos here. with good prices and 231 North St. 215 North 2nd St. excellent food. 15th and Market St. Verbeke and North 3rd St. Rate Yours Rate Yours Rate Yours Rate Yours Firehouse Mangia Qui Rubicon Sammy’s Great historical building Featuring both Italian and A must try. Rate it for Try out the lunch buffet. and decor. A good place Spanish cuisine yourself! HAVE A FAVE, THEN LIST IT HERE 502 N 3rd St. to eat and enjoy your 272 North St. 270 North St. surroundings. AND TELL US MORE AT #IAMHU/FAVE 1000 N 3rd St. Rate Yours Rate Yours Rate Yours Rate Yours Yellow Bird Cafe Sandwich Man McGrath Pub Palumbo’s Italian Eatery Best grilled cheese! Their name says it all. An American pub and bar. When the moon hits your 1320 N. 3rd St. Strawberry Square, 202 Locust St. eye like a big pizza pie... State & Second St., and 104 N. 2nd St 1836 Green St., Hbg. Food Delivery Service Rate Yours Rate Yours Rate Yours Rate Yours Giant Peapod Delivery I www.peapod.com ($7.99 to have groceries delivered) Uber Eats I www.ubereats.com (Uber Drivers will deliver food to your house/apartment) Carryout Courier I www.CarryoutCourier.com (Can’t make it in? Get it delivered!) Rate your experience from 1 to 5 in the spaces provided and let us know at: #IAMHU/FAVE RIGHT IN HU’S BACKYARD ARE YOU A GAMER HU HAS SOME HU IS CONNECTED TO STRAWBERRY SQUARE— OF THE MOST HIGHLY-RANKED GAMES IN THE WORLD WHERE YOU’LL FIND A FOOD COURT WITH LOTS (ACCORDING TO BOARD GAMER COMMUNITY SITE TO CHOOSE FROM; ACCESS TO SHOPPING; BOARDGAMEGEEK.COM) ON OUR SHELVES. BUT LOCAL BANKING; A FLORIST THAT WILL DON’T LET THAT STOP YOU, IF YOU WANT TO SEARCH MAKE SURE YOUR SWEETIE HAS FLOWERS OUT PLACES THAT CATER TO YOUR GAMING WHIM— FOR VALENTINES DAY; CANDY FOR THE SWEET FOR GAME STORES, GAME ENVIRONMENTS CATERED TOOTH OR WHEN Y0U NEED TO FILL THAT TO THE SERIOUS GAMER OR MAYBE JUST THE PRESCRIPTION FOR WHAT AILS YOU. ENTHUSIAST, WE HAVE THE RESOURCES. 10 11 STRAWBERRY SQUARE RETAIL BOARD GAME STORES/VENUES Game Table Café Amma Jo Showroom Modern Jewelers The Adventurer’s Guild Game Table Café features games, games, and more games, plus fresh roasted coffee and excellent food Women’s handbags and accessories. Jewelry Longtime partner of Harrisburg University since (pay cover charge, play games from their library). Blue Door Vaping Provisions the beginning of our library game collection. Exhibits HU student-designed games. E-Liquids for your electronic cigarette needs. Neighborhood Grocery Dauphin Plaza 3846A Union Deposit Rd, Hbg. 4900 Carlisle Pike The Candy Store Strawberry Gifts www.theadventurersguild.com Hampden Center, Mechanicsburg Quality chocolates, nuts and gummies. Greeting cards, stationary, jewelry, gifts Save Point www.gametablecafe.com Cue-Nique Lottery II and much more. Electronic and tabletop games. Novelties & Pennsylvania Lottery ticket sales. Rite Aid OooWee 829 State St, #1008, Lemoyne GNC Live Well Health and wellness. An art and gaming cafe. Health and sports nutrition supplements. UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg Mall, 3501 Paxton St, Hbg. Ideas and Objects Healthcare services. www.oooweeagc.com/index.html You’ll find lots of NEAT STUFF. Verizon Wireless Premium Market on Market Wireless communication products & services. An urban grocer convenience store. Michael Boyd Men’s clothing. FOOD Au Bon Lieu Sakura Tokyo Express Serving sweet and savory crepes.