Empowering Youth, Breaking Barriers, and Creating Pathways to STEM
A Year In Photos
This past year, Penn Engineering has excelled in STEM outreach, engaging a diverse community through innovative programs and events. The faculty, staff, and students collaborated to host numerous workshops, coding clubs, and programs, attracting participants from local schools and communities. Additionally, partnerships with local nonprofits provided students with mentorship opportunities and hands-on experience in cutting-edge research. These efforts have not only fostered a love for STEM among participants but have also strengthened Penn Engineering’s commitment to inclusivity and educational excellence.
Learn about our STEM Programs!
Penn Engineering offers various experiential learning programs for K-12 students, including summer camps, workshops, school partnerships, and outreach initiatives. These programs provide hands-on experiences in STEM, robotics, coding, and engineering design, fostering creativity and technical skills. Additionally, we offer research opportunities under the guidance of world-class faculty members. These initiatives aim to spark interest in STEM fields and inspire the next generation of engineers and innovators. [Read More]
Penn Engineering Welcomes AEOP High School Interns and Mentors!
Welcome to the University of Pennsylvania AEOP High School Interns! We are thrilled to have these talented students join us for an exciting 7-week journey of research and discovery. Throughout the summer, they will work alongside our dedicated graduate researchers, gaining hands-on experience in authentic projects. We look forward to seeing their growth and contributions as they explore the fascinating world of science and engineering. Here’s to a summer filled with innovation, learning, and inspiration!” [Read More]
UNITE-Summer Mentorship Program
The Unite Summer Mentorship Program (SMP) in Robotics is a collaborative effort between Penn’s Vice Provost Office for Student Engagement Office, GRASP Lab, BE Labs, and is sponsored by the Army Education Outreach Program. Ninth grade (rising 10th grade) and 10th grade (rising 11th grade) students participate in a four-week engineering course. Activities include programming lessons, engineering design lessons, engineering projects, robotics competition, career day involving industry speakers, field trips to engineering facilities, and tours of GRASP and BE Labs. It’s our 10-year anniversary and we are introducing a new Bioengineering and Technology Cohort. [Learn more]
Penn Engineering and Heights Blended Learning Initiative Kicks Off!
Welcome to Penn Engineering! We are excited to host 127 Philadelphia high school students for our Blended Learning Computer Science Academy in partnership with Heights Philadelphia. This year, students can choose from three tracks: Intro to Java, Intermediate Java, and Intro to Java with Math Support. We are proud to provide this valuable opportunity for our local students. Together, we are paving the way for a brighter future in STEM! [Learn More]
Get Involved with outreach!
If you are faculty, staff, or member of the community interested in learning more about our programs or getting involved please contact our office.
Email:outreach.seas.upenn.edu
Contact Form: https://forms.gle/ZLVyeydvAmKcMxYF8
Overview of Inveniam Outreach: K-12 STEM Programs
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Leadership
Chanda Jefferson
Director of Community Engagement and Outreach
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What is Inveniam Outreach?
Inveniam comes from an inscription on the Penn Class of 1893 Gate, ‘Inveniemus viam aut faciemus,’ which means, ‘We will find a way or make one’. Our outreach programs provide socioeconomically underserved and underrepresented students with access to foundational science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) resources. Inveniam aims to create equitable and innovative pathways to Penn Engineering and into the technology careers that will define the 21st century.
Vision
Our vision is to create pathways which enable students from diverse populations to explore careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM).
Mission
- Promoting STEM education beyond the Penn Campus by leveraging our location in the City of Philadelphia to partner with area schools, non-profits, industries, and government.
- Expanding and coordinating outreach activities across the University of Pennsylvania, Penn Engineering, and beyond.
- Engaging diverse stakeholders and, researchers, community members to solve STEM and education challenges.
- Preparing the next generation for college and career readiness by providing high-quality STEM experiences and fostering a sense of belonging.
Who do we work with?
- K-12 Students, Parents, Teachers, Schools and School Districts
- University of Pennsylvania partners
- Penn Engineering Undergraduate and Graduate Students
- Faculty & Staff
- Industry Partners
- Federal Agencies
- Nonprofits, foundations, and cooperations
STEM Opportunities and Resources for All!
