What's it really like
at Riepe?
• Good Food, Good Company – From Brunch Bunch and Chat & Chew to Late-Night Breakfast Club, some of Riepe's best memories are made around food and conversation.
• Traditions That Last – Start your Penn journey at the Freshman Tealight Ceremony and end your first year by opening a letter you wrote to yourself at the Sophomore Send-Off.
• Philadelphia Is Our Classroom – Explore the city through theater performances, sporting events, concerts, neighborhood outings, movie nights, and more.
• Community That Cares – Guided by the philosophy of cura personalis, Riepe supports students' social, emotional, and academic growth throughout their first year.
• The Swag Is Pretty Riepe-tacular – Custom merch, tie-dye traditions, event giveaways, and exclusive Riepe gear help residents wear their House pride all year long.
News & Announcements
College Houses celebrate year-end traditions
Making your move-out green and clean
Stouffer Fellow fights swimming bacteria
Programs at Riepe
Chat & Chew with Dr. Smith
Chat with the House Director Dr. Shalyssa Smith and enjoy a treat at the biweekly Chat & Chew events.
Pet Therapy
Discover the wellness benefits of petting a friendly animal with local shelters and PennVet.
Learn More About Riepe
Veritas et Honestas, which translates as "Truth and Honor," is the official Riepe House motto; however, "good food, good company" is how we like to portray the vibe at Riepe College House, and the phrase has become its unofficial motto.