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Did You Know that one of the most valuable and unique pieces in Penn's art collection is tucked away in a corner of Van Pelt Library's first floor? The Rittenhouse Orrery is a model of the solar system, complete with accurately moving planets.

Penn's campus is located in Philadelphia, one of America's most historic and livable cities. Our community engagement involves many resources throughout the University.

Campus Life

We hope that all Penn Parents will be able to enjoy the beautiful Penn campus.  View a campus walking tour (download tour with supplemental information) to see first-hand all that our campus has to offer.  In addition, Penn has many proposed changes for the future of the University.  Visit this site to see the campus expansion plan, Penn Connects: A Vision for the Future. 

Penn LifeArts and Culture at Penn
Penn's Arts and Culture web site will give you a comprehensive guide to the University's great variety of museums, galleries, literary arts and humanities, dance, theater, music, cinema and academic programs. The rich and diverse offerings of arts and culture at Penn will amaze you.

 

Penn LifeHealth Care
The university has a number of health-related requirements for students.  These include completion and submission of health and immunization records, coverage for out-patient medical care through the Student Health Service and maintenance of health insurance coverage for in-patient and catastrophic care.

Penn LifePennPresents
Join us at Philadelphia's Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts and nearby Irvine Auditorium for the best in music, dance, theater and children's programs.

Penn Life

Safety and Security
The Division of Public Safety’s primary goal and mission is to assist you in developing the tools to navigate a large, urban environment

Penn Life

Student Handbook
Practical Penn is your guide to all aspects of the University of Pennsylvania, from libraries to lunches, from classes to clubs. As you discover the variety of opportunities that will fill your days at Penn, let Practical Penn come along to answer your questions, make some suggestions, and send you in the right direction.