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Upcoming events
Jan
14
The Wishing Wall
Post wishes/goals for Spring Term on "The Wishing Wall" and connect with faculty/peers over a snack.
Jan
15
Meditation Class
Jan
16
4 B/G Build Your Own Bouquet
Come make bouquets as a hall and enjoy refreshments! Brighten up your space and celebrate spring semester with some beautiful flowers.
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News & Announcements
Stouffer Fellow fights swimming bacteria
Dr. Arnold Mathijssen, a College House Fellow in Stouffer College House, leads a team that has discovered ways that bacteria like E. coli can swim through tiny pathways to invade deeply into the body.
Nursing students and faculty find community in the College Houses
Penn Nursing, the School of Nursing's magazine, profiles the ways in which nurses-in-training at Penn find support and camaraderie within the College Houses.
Hill Research Fellow alum uncovers paucity of Pennsylvania pretrial data
Leo Solga, C'26, has been studying the magisterial courts of Pennsylvania since he began his research as Hill College House's Undergraduate Research Fellow in 2023.
Program Communities at Hill
Benjamin Franklin Scholars Residential Community
A vibrant community of students who share a passion for broad intellectual exploration.
Benjamin Franklin Scholars Residential Community
VIPER: Vagelos Integrated Program in Energy Research Community
Preparing the next generation of energy leaders by fostering interdisciplinary perspectives and supporting students in cutting-edge research experiences in the energy sector.
VIPER: Vagelos Integrated Program in Energy Research Community
Get to Know Us
Hill College House is one of the most iconic and vibrant residential communities for first-year students at Penn. Known as the social hub for first-years, Hill offers an incredible sense of belonging and a traditional college experience that makes the transition to college life feel seamless. The community is deeply rooted in care; everyone from the residents to the faculty & staff is committed to creating a welcoming environment. Living in Hill isn’t just about where you sleep—it’s about becoming part of a dynamic, caring, and energetic community that truly sets the tone for your time at Penn.