Nov
11
November Office Hour w/ Marc
Stop by to learn about The Lenape Nation and Indigenous history! You will also have the space to write notes of gratitude for loved ones!
Upcoming Events
Nov
11
First Gen Week: Pancake Breakfast
Join us for a late-night Pancake Breakfast in celebration of First-Generation College Student Week! Stop by to grab a warm stack of pancakes, connect with fellow first-gen students, and make your very own First-Gen Ribbon to show your pride. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your story, celebrate your identity, and build community with others who understand the first-gen experience. All are welcome! 🥞✨
Nov
13
Fireside Chat with Dr. Thompson
In Oshun Lemonade & Intertextuality - Afro Atlanitc Religion in Black Cultural Production - Dr. Shenesse Thompson analyzes works of film and literature to explore how fro - Atlantic relgion intersects with themes of resilence in Black feminity and womanhood. Focusing on Beyonce's visual album Lemonade, Thompson examines iconography of the Yoruba goddes Oshun, represented by rivers, the color yellow, and other symbols. Thompson argues that Beyonce's tribute to Oshun creates a narrative of self - repossession amid external definitions, generational trauma and emotional violence and draws connections to other works that feature similar relgious references. Q& A Moderated by Dr. Jack Drummond, Faculty Fellow, W.E.B. Du Bois College House.
Nov
13
Fireside Chat with Dr. Thompson
Experience a thought provoking dialogue with Dr. Sheneese Thompson exploring her influential work on intertextuality in Black Culture.
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News & Announcements
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!
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.
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.
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
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.