PGA PGM Career Fair, Alumni & Friends Tournament, and Tailgate
2026 PGA PGM Career Fair
Thu., Oct. 8, 2026
(3:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
Nittany Lion Inn
State College, PA
Penn State University's PGA PGM program is excited to welcome golf industry professionals and esteemed alumni to our 2026 Career Fair in Happy Valley! Please see below for full Career Fair details including lodging options, directions, and registration.
Agenda and Details
Thu., Oct. 8, 2026
| Time | Activity | Location | Additional Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 PM | Set Up | Nittany Lion Inn Ballroom | Each organization will have a table and access to an electrical outlet. You are welcome to bring a table cloth and any stand-up banners or materials you'd like. You may begin setting up as early as 2:00 PM. |
| 3:00 PM | Career Fair | Nittany Lion Inn Ballroom | Students will flow in as their schedules allow. Water and refreshments will be available for all organization representatives. |
| Interviews | Nittany Lion Inn Foyer | Organizations may utilize the foyer spaces at NLI to conduct interviews, if they wish. | |
| 7:00 PM | Career Fair Ends |
Hotel Accommodations
For the nights of Wednesday, October 7 and Thursday, October 8, 2026, we have a guestroom block at The Nittany Lion Inn for $179.
- Click here to navigate to The Inn's website
- Input your check-in and check-out dates
- Click the "Special Code" box
- Click "Group Attendee Code"
- Type "PGMC26A" in the "Code" box and click "Add"
- Click "Go to Next Step" to see the list of available rooms
Reservations must be made by September 7, 2026 to receive the discounted rate. The rate is ONLY for the nights of Wednesday, October 7 and Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Nittany Lion Inn
200 W. Park Ave.
State College, PA 16803
1-814-865-8500
If you wish to book a hotel elsewhere, please see The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau's website for other recommendations.
Parking Information
Use the Nittany Parking Deck to park for the Fair.
Additional Information
Item Drop-Off
You can temporarily park at the front entrance of the Nittany Lion Inn to bring items to the Ballroom before parking in the parking garage.
Registration Information
This is an invitation-only event. Register your organization here. Please note the names of all attendees from your organization, so we can plan for space and beverages. If your organization cannot attend, please note that on the form.
There is no cost to attend the Career Fair. Please register your organization by Wed., Aug. 27. Any registration questions, please contact Kristin Pastva.
2026 Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament
Fri., Oct. 9, 2026
(9:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Penn State Golf Courses
State College, PA
PGM alumni, friends, and students are invited to play a round of golf on the Penn State Golf Courses. The shamble will include prizes for 1st and 2nd place.
Tournament Agenda
Fri., Sep. 12, 2025
| Time | Activity | Location | Additional Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM | Registration Begins | Pro Shop | |
| 9:00 AM | Breakfast | 19th Hole | Join us for breakfast at the 19th Hole at the Penn State Golf Courses. |
| 10:00 AM | Shotgun Start | Penn State Golf Courses | |
| 2:00 PM | Awards | 19th Hole | Awards will be presented to the 1st and 2nd place groups. |
Tournament Registration Information
The Tournament Fee includes your round of golf, tee gift, golf cart, and breakfast.
Cost per person: $150.
Each member of your group must register here by Aug. 27.
Space is limited!
2026 Alumni & Friends Tailgate
Sat., Oct. 10, 2026
(11:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
Ag Arena Lawn
University Park, PA
PGM alumni and friends are invited to attend a tailgate before the Penn State Football vs. Villanova game at Beaver Stadium.
This event is NOT for Penn State PGM Students!
Tailgate Registration Information
The Tailgate Fee includes the tailgate space, food, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Cost per person: $10.
The Tailgate is BYOB. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Each attendee (including non-alumni and children) must register here by Aug. 27.
Football Ticket Information
If you are interested in purchasing tickets for the Villanova vs. Penn State Football game, you can purchase tickets here.