Events

First- and second-year students in any undergraduate college at Penn are invited to apply for this summer’s Penn Undergraduate Research Mentoring program (PURM). Student participants will receive a $5,000 award.  PURM is a great opportunity to get deeper into a field that might interest you, and to get a taste of what academic research is all about. Over 200 faculty members from across Penn have posted research projects in a wide variety of fields to engage students. 

The Summer Humanities Internship Program (SHIP) is a 10-week paid program in which students work in arts, cultural, or historic organizations throughout Philadelphia. SHIP is open to students in the College in their 1st, 2nd, or 3rd years. At this virtual info session, you can learn more about the different host sites for 2026, the varied opportunities you might have as a SHIP intern, and tips for producing a strong application.

Have questions about your PURM application? Drop in to chat with CURF Research Peer Advisors about your application!

Have questions about research? CURF Research Peer Advisors are hosting weekly advising hours in the CURF office, College Hall G08/09. Drop in anytime to talk to fellow undergraduate students about their experiences doing research at Penn and get some tips on how to find a mentor, where to find funding, and much more. RPAs can advise students interested in any academic discipline.

On Feb. 6, come chat with Divyash Shah (Neuroscience) and Suya Que (Bioengineering)!

First- and second-year students in any undergraduate college at Penn are invited to apply for this summer’s Penn Undergraduate Research Mentoring program (PURM). Student participants will receive a $5,000 award.  PURM is a great opportunity to get deeper into a field that might interest you, and to get a taste of what academic research is all about. Over 150 faculty members from across Penn have posted research projects in a wide variety of fields to engage students. 

Have questions about your PURM application? Drop in to chat with CURF Research Peer Advisors about your application!

Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Lorena Grundy, Practice Assistant Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and the founding director of Penn Engineering’s new Master of Science in Energy and Sustainability Engineering program. Her work bridges her research background in electrochemical systems with a deep commitment to teaching, mentorship, and climate- and equity-focused innovation. In this discussion, Dr. Grundy will reflect on the experiences that shaped her path—from polymer electrolyte research at UC Berkeley to sustainability-focused curriculum design and national service—and offer insights on building a meaningful career at the intersection of engineering, education, and societal impact. Open to all students!

Interested in graduate study in China? Join us for an information session with a representative from the Schwarzman Scholars Program! 

Schwarzman Scholars is a fully-funded, one-year master’s degree program in global affairs at Schwarzman College, Tsinghua University in Beijing, China. An unparalleled graduate program, the experience encompasses unique opportunities in and outside the classroom, providing Scholars with extensive leadership training, a network of senior mentors, opportunities to engage in high-level interactions with Chinese leaders and visiting speakers, optional internships, career development guidance, and travel seminars around China. Schwarzman Scholars’ dynamic curriculum--based on the pillars of China, leadership, and global affairs--is designed to provide Scholars with the knowledge, skills, and firsthand experience needed to navigate the complexities of the evolving global landscape.

Each year, 150 candidates from around the world are selected to join a diverse cohort. Schwarzman Scholars seeks candidates with leadership qualities and the potential to foster cross-cultural understanding. Scholars come from a wide variety of industries and backgrounds, such as business, technology, politics, healthcare, and more. With a growing alumni network of leaders who are working to foster dialogue and build global understanding, Schwarzman Scholars aspires to create a global network of leaders who will shape the future.

First- and second-year students in any undergraduate college at Penn are invited to apply for this summer’s Penn Undergraduate Research Mentoring program (PURM). Student participants will receive a $5,000 award.  PURM is a great opportunity to get deeper into a field that might interest you, and to get a taste of what academic research is all about. Over 150 faculty members from across Penn have posted research projects in a wide variety of fields to engage students. 

Have questions about research? CURF Research Peer Advisors hosting weekly advising hours in the CURF office, College Hall G08/09. Drop in anytime to talk to fellow undergraduate students about their experiences doing research at Penn and get some tips on how to find a mentor, where to find funding, and much more. RPAs can advise students interested in any academic discipline.

On Feb. 12, come chat with Audrey Gang (Biochemistry) and Hannah Agarwal (Psychology/Law)!

Have questions about your PURM application? Drop in to chat with CURF Research Peer Advisors about your application! 

Get your postgraduate degree in the UK! Join us for a presentation by an International Officer with Durham University about how you could receive a master's or PhD in the UK. You'll learn the differences in the US vs. UK higher education systems, the postgraduate application processes, funding opportunities, life in the UK, Durham-specific programs, and requirements for all interested students. 

Durham University was founded in 1832 as the third oldest university in England and is a Russell-Group Research-Intensive university. It currently has over 20,000 students with 130 postgraduate program options. Durham is ranked a top 5 university in the UK, a top 100 university in the world, and a top 5 in the UK for team sport. Click here for more general information and here for student-athlete information.