The Class of 2025 celebrates Baccalaureate nocred The Class of 2025 celebrates Baccalaureate There were readings, speeches, music, dance, and more at the interfaith Penn tradition, held on May 13 for graduating fourth-year students. 2 min. read
A celebration of creativity and innovation for social good nocred A celebration of creativity and innovation for social good Nine graduating students were recognized at an annual reception for the President’s Engagement, Innovation, and Sustainability prizes. 4 min. read
Class of 2026 prepares for ‘iconic’ year during annual Hey Day nocred Class of 2026 prepares for ‘iconic’ year during annual Hey Day Marking a 109-year-old tradition, Penn third-year students united to celebrate their rise to fourth-year status. 5 min. read
Penn Washington names Celeste Wallander as inaugural executive director nocred Penn Washington names Celeste Wallander as inaugural executive director Wallander will assume leadership and operational management of Penn Washington, and its mission and bridge Penn research with policy discussions on pressing issues, beginning June 1. 3 min. read
Collaborating toward a better future for all Winners of the inaugural Draw Down the Lightning grants with Penn President J. Larry Jameson and Senior Vice President for Strategic Initiatives David Asch.nocred Collaborating toward a better future for all The 12 winning teams of the inaugural Draw Down the Lightning grants were celebrated by Penn leadership at a reception, bringing to life the vision of In Principle and Practice. 4 min. read
Penn IUR enters its third decade Housed in Meyerson Hall, the Penn Institute for Urban Research (IUR) is a campus-wide enterprise that draws from the collective wisdom of experts around the Penn and beyond to inform urban development and actions on public policy to support the sustainable growth of metros. Now entering its third decade, President Emerita Judith Rodin and Penn IUR co-directors Eugénie Birch and Susan Wachter reflect on the Institute’s history and impact.nocred Penn IUR enters its third decade The Penn Institute for Urban Research enters its second decade. President emerita Judith Rodin and co-directors Eugénie Birch and Susan Wachter reflect on the Institute’s history and impact. 10 min. read
Penn leaders-turned-diplomats reflect on American statecraft and foreign policy “We all have voice, and we can use it,” Gutmann said, encouraging all American’s to be ambassadors and to “speak up for constitutional ideals of liberty and justice for all.”nocred Penn leaders-turned-diplomats reflect on American statecraft and foreign policy In a conversation at Perry World House event on “Common Sense Diplomacy,” President Emerita Amy Gutmann and former trustee chair David Cohen shared insights and experiences. 5 min. read
Mark Trodden named Dean of Penn’s School of Arts & Sciences nocred Mark Trodden named Dean of Penn’s School of Arts & Sciences Trodden will assume the role of dean of the School of Arts & Sciences beginning June 1. 3 min. read
Outstanding staff honored at Models of Excellence award ceremony Audience members clapping, cheering, and holding celebratory signs at the 2025 Models of Excellence award ceremony.(Image: Allie Ippolito for Margo Reed Studio) Outstanding staff honored at Models of Excellence award ceremony Dozens of staff representing various divisions across the University were recognized during the 2025 Models of Excellence event for their exceptional, impactful efforts at Penn. 3 min. read
Wharton’s Dinan Hall restoration celebrated President J. Larry Jameson, Wharton School Dean Erika H. James, and Trustee Jamie Dinan at the Dinan Hall dedication ceremony.(IMAGE: SHIRA YUDKOFF) Wharton’s Dinan Hall restoration celebrated A gift from Trustee, Wharton Board of Advisors member, and alumnus Jamie Dinan led to renovation of former Vance Hall. 2 min. read