2025–26 Herbert D. Katz Fellows 2025–26 Herbert D. Katz Fellows The Herbert D. Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies has announced the new cohort of 19 incoming Fellows; the 2025–26 year is devoted to new research into contemporary Jewish life.
Keeping it local: Penn’s partnerships with Philadelphia-based vendors boost local economy, neighborhood impact Nikisha Bailey and Matthew Nam are the co-founders of Win Win Coffee, a Philadelphia-based coffee supplier and Penn vendor dedicated to sourcing ethically and building community.nocred Keeping it local: Penn’s partnerships with Philadelphia-based vendors boost local economy, neighborhood impact According to the University’s latest Economic Impact Report, Penn helps power Philadelphia’s economy by procuring goods and services from neighboring businesses. Local CEOs discuss the meaningful impact that Penn has on their bottom line and in the community. 7 min. read
Penn salutes graduates at University’s 269th Commencement nocred Penn salutes graduates at University’s 269th Commencement Actor, director, producer, and Penn alumna Elizabeth Banks delivered the Commencement address to around 6,000 graduates on Monday, May 19, at Franklin Field. 6 min. read
Class of 2025 Ivy Day Ceremony Recipients of the 2025 Senior Honor Awards (from left): Amaan Omer, Bonnie Li, William Krasnow, Fiona Wu, Faith Applegate, Ria Ellendula, Yousef Elyoussef, and Jared Mitovich.(Image: Prestige Photography) Class of 2025 Ivy Day Ceremony Annually for more than 150 years, the Ivy Day Ceremony has celebrated remarkable graduating fourth-years for their leadership and service, with the Senior Honor Awards being among the oldest traditions at Penn. 3 min. read
President Jameson provides a ‘snapshot of Penn’s momentum’ nocred President Jameson provides a ‘snapshot of Penn’s momentum’ “In a time of constant change and renewal, what keeps us connected is our traditions,” said Penn President J. Larry Jameson at an Alumni Weekend gathering. 5 min. read
By the Numbers: Class of 2025 nocred By the Numbers By the Numbers: Class of 2025 On May 19, more than 9,000 students are eligible to graduate at the University-wide Commencement ceremony, and Penn will confer four honorary degrees. 2 min. read
Know before you go: Commencement 2025 nocred Know before you go: Commencement 2025 Penn Today provides a list of important facts and tips to help guide guests through this year’s Penn’s 269th Commencement ceremony to be held on Franklin Field on Monday, May 19. 3 min. read
Graduates are ready to serve and engage at home and abroad Image: Courtesy of Penn Medicine News Graduates are ready to serve and engage at home and abroad Members of Penn’s 269th graduating class will channel their expertise and passions to serve and work in Philadelphia and around the world, from teaching to research, poultry farming, and basketball. 4 min. read
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
Penn fourth-year and three recent alumni named 2025 Knight-Hennessy Scholars Four Penn affiliates each have been awarded a 2025 Knight-Hennessy Scholarship (clockwise from top left): fourth-year Aravind Krishnan; 2021 graduate Carson Eckhard; and 2020 graduates Meera Menon and Jun Hou Shin.(Images: Courtesy of Knight-Hennessy Scholars / Carolyn Fong Photography) Penn fourth-year and three recent alumni named 2025 Knight-Hennessy Scholars Four Penn affiliates each have been awarded a 2025 Knight-Hennessy Scholarship, receiving financial support for as long as three years to pursue a graduate degree and global leadership training at Stanford University. 3 min. read