Anusha Khansaheb, Weitzman Masters in Historic Preservation, 2024
This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to intern with the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), one of the largest heritage non-profits in India. I worked in the …
Meagan Kearney, Weitzman Masters in Historic Preservation, 2024
This past summer I had the opportunity to intern at two unique preservation-oriented organizations. These two organizations, CIRCA Old Houses and Heritage Consulting Inc., allowed me to experience and learn how the …
Leechen Zhu, Weitzman Master of Architecture, 2024
In the gallery of the MASS office, looking out towards Poughkeepsie’s Main Street, is a quote on the wall by the Austrian architect Walter Pichler: “Architecture is an embodiment of the power and …
Get ready for the 2024 Design Career Fairs! Career Services is hosting not one, but TWO career fairs for students interested in the design fields. Meet representatives from firms and organizations looking to connect with design students, make their work …
By Dianne Hull
Dianne HullSenior Associate Director, Graduate Students & Postdocs
Mansha Kohli, Weitzman Masters in City & Regional Planning, 2024
Prior to attending the City Planning program at Penn, I was a management consultant in New York. While I enjoyed the client-facing role and project-based work, my job lacked the …
As we coast through September and really dig our heels into this school year, many of us (like me!) may be thinking back wistfully to summer vacations on the beach. However, just like a red flag on the shoreline warns …
By Anne Dickinson
Anne DickinsonSenior Associate Director, The College
Welcome to the Fall 2023 semester! I always love the start of the academic year with the hustle and bustle of Locust Walk and a whole new semester of ideas to explore and experiences to pursue.
Throughout my time at Penn, I have been lucky enough to explore various art and design-related fields. When I first arrived on campus three years ago, I was sure I would …
Before you land a job, you might spend hours learning a particular set of skills to thrive in that industry and role. Once you start your first day, however, your learning should be far from over. Upskilling is when you …