• Penn Engineering Weekly 09-22-25

Penn Engineering Weekly 09-22-25

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Important Dates:

Date Event
October 6th Drop Period ends
October 9th – 12th Fall Break
October 24th Grade Mode Change Deadline
October 27th – November 10th Advance Registration
November 3rd Last Day to Withdraw from a Course
November 27th – 30th Thanksgiving Break
December 8th Last Day of Classes
December 9th – 10th Reading Days
December 11th – 18th Final Exams
December 18th Fall Term Ends

Announcements for the week

Penn Forward: Share Your Ideas

Penn Forward is helping us meet the opportunities and challenges of a rapidly changing landscape in higher education. As recently announced, we have begun the planning phase. Six working groups have been charged with developing and testing ideas, and their work is already underway.

But Penn is a large and diverse community. Students, post-doctoral scholars, faculty, staff, alumni and volunteer leaders all bring perspectives and insights that can make Penn stronger. We hope you will share yours.

Imagine it is 2035, and a new student, faculty member, or staff member has just arrived at Penn. What do we want to be true for them that is not true today? How will they experience learning and discovery, belonging, and purpose? How will they carry forward their Penn experience in careers, creativity, and the richness of intellectual growth? Or imagine a Penn alum, 5-50 years past graduation who knows Penn still offers them something of value. What would that be and how could we deliver it?

We welcome bold ideas, whether large or small, that can help shape Penn’s future. Click here to share your ideas. today. Your input will be directed to the Penn Forward working groups as they develop recommendations for the University’s future and help us propel Penn Forward. Please submit your ideas by October 6, 2025.

Global Engineering Opportunities – PA101 for Engineering Students

Interested in going abroad as an engineering student? Join us for PA101: Global Engineering Opportunities! You will learn more about Penn Abroad’s programs and understand how each program works, including how to fit going abroad into your academic plan, financial considerations, and how to apply.

Wednesday, October 1st
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Raisler Lounge, Towne 225
Click here to register

Events (Engineering)

Accelerated Master’s Degree, Dual Degree, and Dual Majors Application Deadlines

We want to inform you of upcoming deadlines for accelerated master’s, dual degree, and dual major applications:

Accelerated Master’s (AM) Degree:

Events (Penn)

Research Peer Advisor Matching Form Open to First- and Second-Years and Junior Transfers

Thinking about research but feeling intimidated? Unsure where to start? Confused about how to find a faculty mentor? Wondering how to balance research with coursework? Curious about research funding?

The Research Peer Advisors are here to help! This program matches first- and second-year undergraduates and junior transfer students with a CURF Research Peer Advisor (RPA), who can discuss any research-related issues on their mind. Even if you are not ready to begin research this semester or this year, an RPA can help you explore your interests and learn about future opportunities.

Sign up to be matched by 11:59 pm on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.

Short Survey on AI & International Student Services

Penn undergraduate international students (18+) are invited to participate in a brief survey about your use of and views on AI chatbots, both in everyday life and in your college experience. Your input will help identify essential services to better support international students in U.S. higher education. Participation is voluntary, and all responses will be confidential and de-identified.

Survey (5–7 minutes): to capture broad trends and needs across students.
Interview (30–45 minutes via Zoom): to add deeper, real-world context so we can translate findings into practical improvements for international student support.

For questions, please contact Lily Zhang, doctoral student at Penn Graduate School of Education, at lizhang1@upenn.edu.

Learning Community

Join Greenfield Intercultural Center for Weekly Learning Communities. Engage with a low-stress learning community that will build your knowledge and skills for success in the classroom. This series will start the week of September 16, 2025

Mondays, 3:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Wednesday, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The GIC Living Room | 3708 Chestnut St
Click here to register

Poster Session Climate Week 2025

The research poster session, hosted by the Environmental Innovations Initiative, aims to showcase how faculty, staff, and students are advancing knowledge for the sake of our future and our planet. By situating the session in a central campus location, under a tent on College Green, we aim to reach a broad audience and spark interdisciplinary collaborations across campus. If you wish to participate, please email xime@upenn.edu

Wednesday, October 15th
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Under the tent in front of College Hall

Looking for a Tutor?

The Weingarten Center offers tutoring services to Penn undergraduates at no additional cost for a variety of courses. Check out the tutoring service for more information.

Get Your Flu Shot!

All Penn students, faculty, postdocs, and staff are welcome to drop in for their free flu shot, and must bring a Penn ID.

Wednesday, October 15: 10 am – 6 pm
Thursday, October 16: 10 am – 6 pm
Friday, October 17: 10 am – 4 pm

Pottruck Health and Fitness Center |3701 Walnut Street

 

Scholarships & Grants Opportunities

Grant-Writing Workshop

Interested in applying for independent research funding from CURF this fall? Come learn how you can better position yourself to be a competitive applicant for the College Alumni Society Research Grant or Vagelos Undergraduate Research Grant. This workshop will cover common elements of grant applications, tips for writing a strong research proposal and budget, and common mistakes to avoid. Even if you are not planning to apply for a grant this semester, this is a great opportunity to start learning about the CURF grants and the skills that will make you a stronger writer and communicator of your research!

Friday, September 26th
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
College Hall G08/9

 

Truman Scholarship Information Session

First, second, and third-year students are invited to join us to learn about the Truman Scholarship! The Truman Scholarship awards merit-based $30,000 scholarships to college juniors who are US citizens/nationals, who plan to pursue careers in government or in public service (broadly defined), and who wish to attend graduate or professional school to help prepare for their careers.

Applicants should be “change agents,” with a demonstrated passion for improving the ways that government agencies, nonprofit organizations, or educational institutions serve the public.

Monday, September 22nd
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
College Hall G08/9

Career & Networking Opportunities

Post-Graduate Stay

What international students must know to pursue careers in the U.S.

Wednesday, September 24th
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Amy Gutmann Hall Auditorium| 3333 Chestnut St.
Click here to register

 

Coding Instructor for West Philly Teen Girls? ($48/hr)

West Park Cultural Center’s danceLogic®️ program (Community Education Center (CEC) at 3500 Lancaster Avenue) seeks an instructor to teach girls (ages 10–18) on Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m., starting Oct 4 at the CEC (3500 Lancaster Ave). Create fun, project-based lessons (Python/Scratch/HTML/CSS/JS) and mentor alongside a co-instructor. Part-time, $60 per 75-min class. Send resume + brief cover letter to info@westparkcultural.org

Clubs & Organizations

World House Student Associates

The World House Student Associates Program is Perry World House’s latest undergraduate student program. This program meets on a monthly basis to informally discuss pressing global policy issues and to explore international affairs career journeys.

Interested in joining the World House Student Associates listserv? Fill out the form.

Engineering Entrepreneurship

Widjaja Entrepreneurship Fellows Program

The Penn Engineering Widjaja Entrepreneurship Fellows Program offers an immersive tech startup experience like no other. This program provides students with the opportunity to network with startup leadership teams. The Penn Engineering Widjaja Entrepreneurship Fellows Program offers an immersive tech startup experience like no other. This program provides students with the opportunity to network with startup leadership teams. Learn More Here: https://eent.seas.upenn.edu/fellows/

  • Duration: January through December
  • Eligibility: Juniors, Seniors, First-Year Master’s students
  • Deadline to Apply: October 13, 2025
  • Application link

Turn Your Ideas Into Reality at the Engineering Studios @Venture Lab

Bring your ideas to life at the Engineering Studios @ Venture Lab (ESVL)! Powered by Penn Engineering and located in Tangen Hall, the lab is open to all Penn students and faculty, with 3D printing, laser cutting, and expert support to turn projects into reality. Whether you’re building a course project, developing a startup prototype, or exploring new skills – ESVL is where Penn’s creativity meets engineering expertise. Open to all Penn students!

Please contact Taylor Caputo for any follow-up questions: taycap@seas.upenn.edu

Click here to register

More information about Engineering Entrepreneurship

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