UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

VISION STATEMENT

PENN

Vision Status:

Penn’s institutional direction is formally expressed through the university-wide strategic

framework

“In Principle and Practice: Penn’s Focus on Tomorrow.”

The descriptors Anchored,

Interwoven, and Inventive define Penn’s character within this framework rather than serving as a

standalone published vision slogan.

In Principle and Practice: Penn’s Focus on Tomorrow

This strategic framework connects Penn’s enduring principles with the practical initiatives required to

lead in a rapidly changing world. It is a roadmap for an institution that remains steadfast in its values

while being agile in its execution.

PRINCIPLE

What Penn stands for.

→

PRACTICE

How Penn acts.

→

TOMORROW

Shape the future.

ANCHORED — ROOTED IN PHILADELPHIA

Penn is inextricably linked to Philadelphia. Being anchored means recognizing our deep responsibility

to our home city. Our local presence serves as a platform for global research, healthcare excellence,

and civic partnership.

WEST PHILADELPHIA | PHILADELPHIA | COMMONWEALTH | GLOBAL REACH

INTERWOVEN — CONNECTING THE UNIVERSITY

Penn operates as a cohesive academic ecosystem. By breaking down disciplinary silos, we foster an

environment where 12 Schools collaborate to solve complex societal challenges.

Arts & Sciences

Wharton

Engineering

Medicine

Nursing

Education

Design

Law

Communication

MEDICINE ↔ ENGINEERING | BUSINESS ↔ TECHNOLOGY | DESIGN ↔ POLICY

INVENTIVE — THE CULTURE OF CREATION

Penn’s inventive character is defined by the translation of knowledge into impact. We cultivate a

culture of experimentation, where discovery leads to meaningful organizations and technologies.

University of Pennsylvania Vision Statement — page 2

The Principles Beneath the Strategy

Our strategic framework is built upon five official University Values that provide the normative

foundation for all academic and institutional endeavors:

DISCOVERY &

OPPORTUNITY

EXCELLENCE

FREEDOM OF

INQUIRY

RESPECT

SOCIAL GOOD

PENN FORWARD & LEADERSHIP

Under the leadership of

Interim President J. Larry Jameson

, Penn continues to evolve through the

Penn Forward

initiative, which translates the "In Principle and Practice" framework into immediate

action across campus, from campus safety to academic excellence.

EDUCATION & RESEARCH ENGINE

We prepare leaders to navigate complexity through interdisciplinary learning. Our research engine

spans Health, Technology, Economics, and the Humanities, driving towards

New Knowledge

for

public benefit.

PENN AI: INVENTION WITH PURPOSE

Penn AI represents a modern expression of our inventive spirit. We focus on

Responsible Innovation

—accelerating discovery in health and science while rigorously studying the ethical and social

implications of artificial intelligence.

SCHOOL-LEVEL EXPRESSIONS

The university-wide strategy is brought to life through school-specific visions, such as

Connected

Futures

(Annenberg) and

Together for Good

(Penn GSE), reflecting the diverse intellectual languages

of our 12 Schools.

Penn Vision-to-Impact Framework

ANCHOR

Root in Philadelphia.

CONNECT

Cross boundaries.

DISCOVER

Advance knowledge.

EDUCATE

Develop leaders.

INVENT

Create solutions.

TRANSLATE

Apply results.

LEAD

Use knowledge well.

SERVE

Social good.

*Research-based synthesis of Penn’s official values and strategic framework (2024-2026).

HISTORICAL CONTINUITY

1740: Origins & Franklin's Vision | 1755: Formal Charter | 2024+: In Principle and Practice | Penn Forward

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