Academics
There’s always something new going on at Penn’s four undergraduate schools and 12 graduate schools. Look here for information on upcoming academic initiatives, new classes and research conducted by professors and students.
Penn pilots first critical writing seminar for transfer students
This Transfer Critical Writing Seminar is a pilot program and if it is successful, it will be considered again for future semesters.
Penn welcomes Class of 2027, transfer students at 2023 Convocation
“Definitely focus on the card in front of you, but don’t lose sight of the brilliant array of cards around you,” Penn President Liz Magill said.
Back to School 2023: 'Don't lose sight of what made you apply' and other advice for Class of 2027
From exploring new interests to taking care of yourself, upperclassmen give advice to the Class of 2027.
Wharton youth program offers students insight into Penn’s history with slavery
Participants in this year's Wharton's Global Youth Leadership in the Business World summer program learned about the university's ties to slavery in an augmented-reality campus tour.
Wharton Dean Erika James joins Pomona College board of trustees
Wharton Dean Erika James will oversee leadership, planning, and resources at Pomona College effective on July 1, 2024.
Sigal Ben-Porath named next faculty director of Stavros Niarchos Foundation Paideia Program
Professor Ben-Porath, who has taught in the Graduate School of Education since 2004, will step into the role Sept. 1.
Federal investigation finds that former Penn professor engaged in research misconduct
An investigation by the Office of Research Integrity found that former Penn professor William Armstead misrepresented the results of his research in five published papers and various grant materials.
Penn launches new center to advance quantum science and technology research
The new center aims to advance Penn’s capabilities in quantum research by facilitating collaboration across several STEM fields.
University Trustees review Class of 2027 admissions statistics, establish new academic departments
In addition to hearing the admissions report for the Class of 2027, Board of Trustees approved resolutions to establish a Department of Cinema and Media Studies and a Department of Historic Preservation.
29 Penn students and alumni receive 2023 Fulbright grants
The Fulbright Program grant recipients will have the opportunity to pursue graduate study, conduct research, or teach English internationally for up to 12 months.
New Penn GSWS course to feature interdisciplinary approach to disability studies
"Introduction to Disability Studies" will be offered for the first time this fall, providing students with the opportunity to explore disability through an interdisciplinary lens.
Researchers from Penn, Max Planck Institute release AI-based image editing tool
The tool, called DragGAN, is one of many AI tools that have become widely available for public use.
History of Art Professor Emeritus Robert Ousterhout dies at 73
Ousterhout taught at Penn for 10 years until his retirement in 2017, and was one of the leading scholars in Byzantine studies.
Two Penn professors elected to American Philosophical Society
Offit and Roberts join a cohort of scholars and leaders that are being recognized for their contributions toward a wide variety of disciplines.
Penn English Department celebrates 400 years of Shakespeare
The Shakespeare Sonnet Contest commemorates the 400th anniversary of the publication of William Shakespeare’s First Folio.
Penn names 8 students to receive President's Engagements, Innovation prizes
The prizes are awarded annually to Penn seniors for the development and undertaking of a post-graduation project that aims to positively impact the world.
Penn NROTC midshipmen reflect on their training, academic experience
The NROTC’s primary focus is preparing students to immediately enter the Navy after they graduate.
Van Pelt Library remains closed for fourth day as flood clean up continues
The library first closed on Monday due to a "serious" failure of a chilled water pump that flooded the library's basement mechanical room in the morning.
Dr. Carolyn Ureña appointed College director of Academic Advising
Ureña's primary role will be to oversee academic advising programs in the College.