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Upcoming Events

People cheering on a sporting event in the bleachers of a stadium at Penn. Special Events

Penn Friends and Family Day 2026

Faculty, staff, postdocs, and their friends and family are invited to Shoemaker Green and historic Franklin Field for games, sports, ice skating, cultural activities, and more. Employees can order up to four free tickets for the 11:30 a.m. Tailgate Party and the 1:00 p.m. football game. Additional tickets are $8 each.

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Penn Museum: Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration

Participants in this Free Community Day hosted by the Penn Museum are invited to honor the nation’s first inhabitants and celebrate the vibrant cultures and enduring traditions of Indigenous communities rooted in Philadelphia. Attendees will explore Indigenous art, history, and contemporary perspectives through free programming for all ages, including artist presentations, film, hands-on activities, and more. Free and open to the public. Reserve tickets in advance.

Morris Arboretum plants and stream looking into a field of green. Special Events

The Wetland: A Unique Ecosystem

This specialty tour at the Morris Arboretum & Gardens investigates many native plants and trees in the natural areas near Wissahickon Creek. It includes a brief history of the area and describes the nature of the ecosystem. Participants will learn how wetlands provide vital resources—water, food, shelter—for plants, trees, and wildlife, creating an abundant native habitat. This tour will take place off paved pathways, and visitors are advised to wear walking or hiking shoes. Attendees will meet in the parking lot to the left of the entrance kiosk. Free with Penn ID.

Penn Priorities

A look at a few of our big picture priorities that improve Penn as we create knowledge to benefit the world.

Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination at Penn

The University of Pennsylvania seeks talented students, faculty, and staff with a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law in the administration of its admissions, financial aid, educational or athletic programs, or other University-administered programs or in its employment practices. Questions or complaints regarding this policy should be directed to the executive director of the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs; Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Suite 421, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6106; or (215) 898-6993.

Nondiscrimination Statement