Penn Bus riders will notice a new boarding procedure this semester. “Tap to Ride” has soft-launched on Penn Transit buses traveling the East, West, and North routes. Upon boarding, instead of merely showing their PennCard to the driver, riders will tap it to the blue card reader mounted on the dashboard. A valid PennCard will […]
The Penn Bookstore is offering a special educational discount on Apple MacBook Air laptops available exclusively for eligible faculty, staff, and students with a valid PennCard. These systems are custom-built and have specifications intended to provide usefulness beyond those typically sold in retail stores. Priced at just $849.00, these highly capable laptops save approximately $200 […]
You have goals, we have the programs to get you there.Discover how the programs at Penn’s College of Liberal and Professional Studies (LPS) can help you meet your professional and academic goals—without interrupting your career. Join us for a virtual information session to meet recruitment staff and learn about curricula, full- and part-time schedules, advising, […]
All members of the Penn community now can initiate a meal between students (undergraduates & graduates) and mentors (i.e. current or past professors, teaching assistants, advisors, RAs, PHINS, Peer Advisors, and members of Penn’s professional staff). The Penn Mentor Meals Program encourages students (undergraduate & graduate) and their mentors to engage in intellectual or casual […]
National Financial Literacy Awareness month is observed in April, which gives Wharton faculty a great opportunity to showcase their research in financial literacy, its importance, and current initiatives for innovation. Faculty will also discuss topics from lower-income spending behavior to how AI may help in financial literacy challenges. Links info to podcasts: Episode 1 – David […]
Penn Transit has introduced several adjustments to its services for the 2023-2024 Academic Year. These changes will extend Penn Transit’s overall coverage area, expand service hours and options for University buses, and better accommodate the considerable increase in ridership that has occurred since announcing the PennTransit Mobile App. Read more.
The University of Pennsylvania’s ample paid time off (PTO) benefits have expanded as of the new fiscal year. After thorough review and consultation with leaders from across our schools and centers, the University of Pennsylvania has updated its Paid Time Off Policy with increased accrual rates for new and recently hired staff members. The policy […]
Effective September 1, 2023, the University has raised the discount on Philadelphia regional passes to 50% with a maximum discount of $105 per month. The new discount coincides with the Department of Parking & Commuter Services’ launch of a new program management platform that offers an enhanced user interface and related support services. This 50% […]
Join the Penn cohort of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia’s Young Professionals Council! The Young Professionals Council (YPC) connects ambitious, visionary young people with a strong, diverse network of peers, mentors, and regional business and civic leaders. Penn employees can qualify for YPC membership and gain exclusive access to networking events, service opportunities, […]
University of Pennsylvania parents and educators can now browse and borrow more than 1,500 award-winning and notable books for children and young adults, all highlighting diverse characters and experiences, as part of a new initiative at the Penn Libraries. The new and growing collection features English-language books, with selections suitable for the youngest readers up […]