Our Stories

Gilbert F. Casellas, Esq. L’77

University of Pennsylvania’s Board of Trustees
Chair, Trustees’ Ad Hoc Committee on Diversity

We simply cannot become or remain an eminent, world-class institution and pursue knowledge beyond traditional boundaries unless...

Clare Jasmine Din

Director of Computing, Penn Chemistry

As an employee, Penn alumna, and member of the LGBT community for over 20 years, I value the diversity that this world-class institution offers.

Nancy Tkacs

Assistant Dean for Diversity and Cultural Affairs and Associate Professor
School of Nursing Science
Chair, University Council Committee on Diversity and Equity

Health disparities are inextricably linked to disparities in education and economic status.

Emilio Parrado

Associate Professor of Sociology
School of Arts & Sciences

I value diversity because it brings different perspectives to academia.

Michelle Leong SEAS’13

Electrical Engineering and Economics Double Major
Engineering & Applied Science

Being able to learn and work in an environment as diverse as Penn creates richer experiences.