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College Houses celebrate year-end traditions

The communities in the College Houses celebrate the milestones of each school year every spring, marking the progress of their residents through the academy in many creative ways.

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Making your move-out green and clean

Move-out doesn't have to mean piles of trash around campus! Penn offers several ways to recycle and reuse your unwanted items, and PennToday has the story.

Penn Move-in assistants help students bring their stuff into the Houses
Du Bois hosts 33rd Souls of Du Bois Symposium

Du Bois College House hosted the 33rd annual Souls of Du Bois Symposium at the end of February, celebrating the enduring legacy of scholar and activist Dr. W.E.B. Du Bois.

The logo of the Souls of Du Bois Symposium, featuring a profile photo of Dr. Du Bois and the name of W.E.B. Du Bois 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
Du Bois residents and faculty sit in the Multipurpose Room at Du Bois

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.