University of Pennsylvania
PAE-2: Strategic Plan

The Penn Compact, which was launched at the inauguration of President Amy Gutmann in October 2004, has become the vision that expresses the Penn community’s commitment to propel the University of Pennsylvania “From Excellence to Eminence." Eminence for Penn requires both academic leadership and social responsibility in carrying out the University’s core activities of teaching, research, clinical practice, and social service. To fulfill the Compact’s commitment to local engagement, Penn is collaborating with local communities on many initiatives to improve public education, public health, economic development, employment opportunities, the quality of life, and the physical landscape of West Philadelphia and Philadelphia, as well as to promote sustainable and equitable economic growth throughout the region. The Penn Connects 2.0 Campus Plan, a part of the Penn Compact, will create an innovative, sustainable, and beautiful urban campus with vibrant living and learning spaces and positive impact for community. The vision of Penn Connects is to link the University to the City and the City to the University. The eastern expansion continues the strong network of pedestrian pathways and urban design principles currently found on Penn’s campus. Of the many planning projects in Penn Connects all in Phase I (2006-2010) have been completed or are currently in construction. All projects in Phase II (2011-2016) are completed, in construction or in design. Phase III projects (2016-30) are in various stages of pre-planning or planning. http://www.pennconnects.upenn.edu/

"Engage Locally, Nationally and Globally" is a key tenet of the Penn Compact. In 2007, Penn introduced an all-grant, no-loan aid package that eliminated loans for financially eligible students. The University will continue this commitment to students. In addition, the University plans to expand the Penn World Scholars program, which brings outstanding international undergraduate students to campus. The Action Plan for Faculty Diversity and Excellence outlines Penn’s plan to recruit, retain, and mentor diverse faculty members. And Open Learning at Penn will continue to expand with online education initiatives that highlight some of the University’s most compelling courses. http://www.upenn.edu/president/penn-compact/archives/engage-locally-nationally-and-globally

As outlined in the Penn Compact, the University is increasing access to its exceptional resources by: - Meeting the full financial need of undergraduates with all-grant, no-loan aid packages, expanding the Penn World Scholars program, and strengthening graduate and professional financial aid. - Increasing diversity and excellence at all levels with high-priority efforts including the Action Plan for Faculty Diversity and Excellence. - Advancing Open Learning at Penn with other high-quality online education initiatives that promote the most innovative teaching and educational research on Penn’s campus. http://www.upenn.edu/president/penn-compact/increase-access

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