Local and National Civic Engagement
More than just philanthropy, civic engagement is central to the intellectual experience at Penn. Whether designing a business model for a nonprofit organization, improving education at local schools, or leading public health initiatives, students apply what they’ve learned in the service of positive change.
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Netter Center for Community Partnerships
Penn’s Netter Center for Community Partnerships supports programming and course work that integrates learning and service for the benefit of local communities.
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Fox Leadership Program
The Robert A. Fox Leadership Program prepares students for present and future leadership through hands-on experience, service, course work, and mentorship from successful leaders.
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Civic House
Penn’s hub for civic engagement, Civic House supports student service and advocacy groups while providing resources, information, and meeting space for service-oriented efforts throughout campus and beyond.