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Student Designed Communities applications open

Do you have an idea for a living-learning topic that you and some friends might enjoy exploring next year as part of a residential community? It's time to imagine the possibilities!

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College podcast features College Houses in new episode

The first episode of the College Voices podcast's new season talks about the College Houses as a way for Penn students to build community and find their way at the University.

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Making a College House a Home

Prof. Carol Muller, Faculty Director of Riepe College House, spoke with Penn Today about what it's like to live with undergraduates and how a College House can make the transition to life at Penn a more rewarding experience.

Prof. Carol Muller, Faculty Director of Riepe College House

Program Communities at Du Bois

Black and Latin in the Americas

A residential community centered on celebrating and critically exploring the experiences, histories, and cultures of Black and LatinX peoples across the Americas.

Black and Latin in the Americas
Zulu in Residence

A space that uplifts African culture and social justice leadership through storytelling, language, community dialogue, and mentorship.

Zulu in Residence
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About Du Bois

W.E.B. Du Bois College House is Penn’s vibrant 4-year residential community that celebrates African and African Diasporic culture, scholarship, and leadership. Founded through student activism in 1972, the House is home to programs that support academic success, wellness, and cultural exploration. Du Bois welcomes students from all backgrounds, fostering a supportive and inclusive space where every voice matters. At Du Bois, you don’t just live—you thrive.