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Upcoming Events

Oct 15
Book Edge Painting Workshop

Book Edge Painting Workshop

Join us for the Book Edge Painting Workshop taking place Wednesday, October 15th, 7-9 PM in the Arts House Lounge/ 12th floor lounge. This program is a collaboration between The Drawing Workshop at Harnwell and the Arts House Program at Harnwell. We will be learning how to paint the edges/sides of a book. Bring along one of your books. All tools and materials will be provided by the program. It is preferred that you show up on time, due to the instructions at the beginning of the session. Please RSVP to Ivanco Talevski, at ivancot@upenn.edu

Oct 30
Halloween Info Session

๐ŸŽƒ Penn Abroad: Halloween Information Session ๐ŸŽƒ

Thinking about going abroad? Curious about how a semester overseas or a global seminar could fit into your Penn experience? Join us for a Halloween-themed Penn Abroad Information Session where youโ€™ll learn about exciting international opportunities offered through the University of Pennsylvania. ๐Ÿ•ธ๏ธ Join us in a festive spirit and enjoy: ๐ŸŽ“ Information from Penn Abroad staff about study abroad and global seminar options ๐Ÿ• Pizza and refreshments ๐Ÿฌ Trick-or-treat stations with Halloween treats This program is designed especially for Hamilton Village residents, but all Penn students interested in study abroad are welcome to attend. ๐Ÿ“ Location: Harrison College House, Seminar Room M20 ๐Ÿ“… Date & Time: Thursday, October 30th | 5:30โ€“6:30 PM ๐Ÿ“ RSVP requested Donโ€™t miss this chance to explore the worldโ€”and get into the Halloween spirit at the same time!

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News & Announcements

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 Harnwell

Ancient Studies

Bridging the gap between antiquity and modernity through an interdisciplinary approach set in an intimate community.

Ancient Studies
Asian/Asian American Program Community

Bringing together students that identify as part of the Asian and/or Asian American community and those who have an interest in learning more about the needs and concerns of this community.

Asian/Asian American Program Community
Muslim Life Residential Program

An experiential living and learning space focused on the appreciation of Islamic culture, food, history, and practice.

Muslim Life Residential Program
Arts House

Exploring how art can serve as a form of cultural and social expression of various lived identities.

Arts House
Latin American Residential Program

Providing a welcoming and engaged residential community to expand our understanding and foster an appreciation for Latinx and Latin American cultures and languages in the College Houses.

Latin American Residential Program
International Program

Creating a dynamic space where residents can learn about the multitude of other cultures and ways of living around the globe.

International Program
Harnwell residents explore a Philadelphia street fair

Learn More About Our House

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