Penn Engineering seeks to elevate the awareness of its key historical and cultural context, and break down gatekeeping-based measurements of scientific impact and significance. By uplifting underrepresented narratives, we can create a more balanced and truthful picture of the past that will inspire and empower our future innovators, leaders, and problem-solvers.

Celebrating Penn Engineers

The School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Pennsylvania is committed to uplifting underrepresented narratives and creating a more balanced and truthful picture of the past.

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Foundations Timeline

The University of Pennsylvania was the first of its kind: a university designed to provide a well-rounded education to benefit the nation’s future.

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