Campus & Community

American independence from Great Britain in 1776 set the stage for the first in a series of 18th century state constitutions; the United States Constitution was drafted in 1787, France followed in 1791, and Haiti’s constitution was established in 1801 following ten years of rebellion by enslaved Africans under French colonial rule.

From papermaking to typesetting, Penn’s Common Press has been working to print the Declaration of Independence using the same methods as in 1776. Members of the public can sign up through December to print their own copies.

Penn Today’s iconic photos show the passion and spirit of the University community.

Dean Trodden reflects on his first year on the job, how the School of Arts & Sciences is supporting students’ futures through curriculum innovation, the new Physical Sciences Complex, and other initiatives.

Penn’s Board of Trustees Chair discusses Penn’s growth and vision for the future.

On June 13, the Penn Museum opened its doors and courtyard to visitors for a free day of live performances, a health and financial literacy fair, and family activities.

Members of Penn’s faculty present and past along with graduate students in the School of Arts & Sciences, Penn Carey Law, Penn Vet, and the Weitzman School are featured.

A roundup of Penn Today stories focusing on the economics, planning, and policies of housing and urban planning.

The Office of the Vice Provost for Research has launched the NextUP Program, providing $50K in funding to help advance selected pre-commercial Penn technologies, product candidates, and business ideas.