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TUITION INCLUDES

DATES & TUITION Pre-College Program 51⁄2 weeks July 2 – August 9, 2014 tuition online high sChool aCademies Visual Arts : Art in the City, Social Justice, Biomedical Research, Experimental Physics Research, Chemistry Research 3 weeks July 6 – July 26, 2014 tuition online Day Students tuition online Penn law aCademy Penn Law Pre-College Academy 3 weeks July 6 – July 26, 2014

$ 6,999

Application Fee (non-refundable) $ 95 Damage/Key Security Deposit $ 300 *For students completing grades 9, 10, 11 *Payment Schedule / Refund Policy: See page 115

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• tuition and program fees • academic and enrichment programs • use of libraries and facilities • housing • laundry (free) • 3 meals daily Monday — Friday and 2 meals

Sunday when on campus (no meals Saturday)

• recreation access (students age 16 and older) • activities, trips and excursions per catalog

NOT INCLUDED

• airfare • airport transfers (available for $40 each way) • books and classroom materials • course supplements • meals eaten off campus • medical expenses • linens, blanket and pillow • souvenirs and spending money

DAY STUDENTS

3 weeK aCademies only Day students join the program Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm. No overnight stays are permitted. Day students’ attendance is taken at Academies each morning. Students may not drive their own vehicles to campus. Summer Discovery @ University of Pennsylvania day students may also arrive and depart campus (with parental permission) using Philadelphia’s SEPTA Green Line trolley (37th & Spruce stop). Detailed schedule and pick-up/drop off information are mailed in the spring. TuiTion inCludes • full academic program as described • Quad Residence Hall common areas access 9 am-6 pm • afternoon activities and lunch on Penn campus • orientation and final evening festivities • weekend trips and activities not included

($100-$150 per week suggested)

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Health, Safety, and Security

Living and Learning Together in One Residence Hall

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• The health, safety and security of each student is our primary concern. • Doctor appointments are arranged with Penn’s Student Health Services. • After-hours/emergency care is provided at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia • Summer Discovery staff make all medical appointments, transport and accompany students to medical facilities, obtain prescription medications and notify parents after medical visits. • All University residences are equipped with 24-hour monitoring of building entrances. Public Safety maintains 225 exterior “blue light” emergency telephones, strategically located on and off campus. • Walking escorts are available from the library to your residence hall. From Penn’s campus, Philadelphia’s historic sites can be reached in minutes, and New • For additional safety, there are daily/nightly sign-ins and room checks. York and Washington are just hours away. The Penn campus has the country’s largest • In keeping with a collegiate atmosphere, students are permitted to walk on campus and in our “home area”, but are required to be in small groups. open-stack library, state-of-the-art research labs, and world-class museums.

All Summer Discovery students live together in one residence hall complex—a special feature of our programs. This enables students and staff to develop a close-knit community living under one roof. Although our students benefit from the greater university community, they have a distinct “home” on campus, which provides immeasurable social, educational and safety benefits.

The Quad: Residence Halls You will reside in the Quadrangle (better known as the Quad), 38 interlocking buildings surrounding five interior courtyards. The Quad is fully air-conditioned and secure, and features lounges with big-screen TVs, study areas, laundry, ping-pong, and vending machines. It offers residents easy access to all University facilities, restaurants, convenience stores, and other services needed for an active and stimulating environment. Bedrooms are singles, doubles, and triples. Rooms and common space have wireless Internet access and 65-channel cable service.

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The University of Pennsylvania is home to a diverse undergraduate student body of approximately 10,000, who come from all 50 states and all around the world. Another 10,000 students are enrolled in Penn’s 12 graduate and professional schools, which are national leaders in their fields. Penn consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. An educational leader since its inception, the School of Arts & Sciences boasts a faculty which includes Nobel laureates, Guggenheim fellows, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Fulbright and Rhodes Scholars. The School of Arts & Sciences, the Wharton School of Business, Graduate School of Education, Law School, School of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, and Annenberg School for Communication all rank among the top 10 schools in their fields.

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The University of Pennsylvania : Ivy League tradition in an exciting summer setting. Founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1740, the University of Pennsylvania is the oldest university in the United States. Stroll through the tree-lined walkways among the historic and contemporary buildings on campus, and be a part of both the Ivy League tradition and the cutting-edge academics that define the University of Pennsylvania.

• It is a short walk to all classrooms, athletic facilities, and the surrounding University City area. • For large group excursions chartered buses with professional drivers are used. The University of Pennsylvania shuttle bus to Center City, and the SEPTA trolley and train system are also used. Summer Discovery maintains a medical transport van. • Summer Discovery is pleased to offer assistance in facilitating transportation via car, bus, train, or plane. Summer Discovery provides escorted transfers to/ from Philadelphia International Airport and Amtrak 30th Street Station for $40 each way. Staff meet incoming flights in baggage claim (or outside of customs for international flights) and assist with departures. All plane arrangements are made through Musiker Travel, our own travel agency, at the lowest available fares. If you are being driven to Penn, detailed driving directions are sent approximately one month prior to the program.

Food For Thought Students eat at the all-you-can-eat 1920 Commons for breakfast and dinner on weekdays and brunch and dinner on Sunday, and the a la carte Houston Market for lunch on weekdays. Both venues offer a wide selection of dietary choices, including vegetarian and kosher options. Day/commuting students receive lunch Monday through Friday.

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Curricula & Classes • Penn

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• Visual Arts : Art in the City • Political Science: Social Justice • Biomedical Research • Experimental Physics Research • Chemistry Research

• Biology 101 awards an additional 0.5 CU of college credit for the lab

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• Penn Law Academy students only apply directly to Summer Discovery. See page 45

• 2 Penn College Credit Courses (2 CUs) • No enrichment class option is available

Please note: Summer Discovery @ The University of Pennsylvania students are served by a partnership between the University of Pennsylvania’s College of Liberal and Professional Studies (LPS) and Summer Discovery. All academic aspects of these programs are planned, taught, and managed solely by LPS. The residential services and after-class activities are planned and managed by Summer Discovery, in conjunction with housing services at the University of Pennsylvania. General Note: Admission to Summer Discovery @ Penn does not constitute admission to any other non-degree or degree program at the University of Pennsylvania, now or in the future. The University reserves the right to cancel or change any course.

• Competitive applicants for all programs typically have above a 3.3 GPA or at least an 85% grade average. Test scores should be at the 90th percentile or higher. Each summer, the University of Pennsylvania’s academic excellence draws thousands of students, researchers, professionals and visiting scholars to Philadelphia. Our students come from all over the world just to be a part of this extraordinary and vibrant intellectual community.

Course Selection Students select their college credit courses in consultation with the academic staff upon acceptance to the program. Enrollment is subject to the approval of the program director and registration in a desired course is not guaranteed. For complete course descriptions, including prerequisites and meeting times, check course listings at http://www.sas.upenn.edu/ summer/courses/pre-college. You must register, add, and drop courses through the Pre-College Program office. For questions please email [email protected]

Penn college credit courses are offered in University of Pennsylvania Summer Sessions. Students earn 51⁄2 - or 3-week Program Choice Students must apply online at this Penn one Penn course unit (1 CU, or the equivalent of 3 The 51⁄2-week program offers various combinations college credit hours) for each course taken. Biology Summer website. Application via the Summer of college credit courses and non-credit enrichment 101 counts as 1.5 CUs because it has a laboratory Discovery application is not permitted. courses. The 3-week program offers intensive, section. Students attend regular Penn freshmen-level 2. Official copies of all high school transcripts non-credit academic programs in Visual Arts, classes with Penn college students, taught by Penn 3. Letter of recommendation from a teacher in a Social Justice, Biomedical Research, Experimental major academic subject (or guidance counselor, instructors and distinguished visiting faculty. Most Physics, and Chemistry Research. classes have homework, research papers, midterms, if a teacher recommendation is unattainable) 4. Standardized test scores (PSAT, SAT, or ACT) if and/or finals. College credit classes meet between 2 which Program is right for me? these have been taken to 5 times weekly, Monday through Friday. The Penn summer aCademies may be righT if: 5. Personal statement • You are a freshman, sophomore or junior as of Enrichment Classes 6. List of extracurricular activities Fall 2013. Students enrolled in 1 college course will also enroll Several college credit courses have prerequisites • You would like to learn more about specific in a non-credit enrichment course that will provide and may preclude students from participation. disciplines and participate in hands-on laboratory Please consult the University of Pennsylvania’s students with the academic skills necessary to and/or field research. be successful in rigorous undergraduate study. Course Booklet for more information. These courses are taught by learning specialists The Penn summer Pre-College Program with extensive experience preparing students for Send application materials to: may be righT if: Ivy League coursework. Students taking 2 college Penn Summer High School Programs • You are a sophomore or junior as of Fall 2013. courses are considered fully subscribed to academic College of Liberal & Professional Studies • You prefer to learn in an environment that is work, and cannot enroll in a non-credit course. University of Pennsylvania typical of an undergraduate freshman, focused Enrichment courses meet 4 times weekly. 3440 Market Street, Suite 100 on grades and credit. Philadelphia, PA 19104 • You desire the freedom to choose your courses.

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Application Requirements 1. On-line application form found at http://www.sas.upenn.edu/summer/ programs/highschool/apply

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• International applicants who do not study at an English language school must submit TOEFL, Cambridge, or IELTS scores.

Visits to other colleges may include: Temple, Drexel, Haverford, Bryn Mawr, Swarthmore, and Villanova.

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PENN ACADEmIES 3-week programs

Taught by members of Penn’s department of History of Art and regional specialists, the goal of this program is to introduce you to the extensive world of the visual arts that lies both on Penn’s campus and in downtown Philadelphia.

Instructors and Professionals You will work with instructors and research professionals to develop weekly projects that may include visual analyses, videos, and web pages. Program Director: Dr. Gwendolyn Shaw

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museums, Galleries and historical Sites The focus of the program is on acquainting you with the museums, galleries and historical sites that house works of painting, sculpture and decorative arts that make the nation’s first capital a world-class center for art and architectural study. We begin with morning lectures on specific objects, concepts of art production

and study, and contemporary visual culture. Following the lunch break, in the afternoon we will take field trips to local museums, such as the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Penn’s Institute of Contemporary Art; historic sites, including Independence National Historic Park; and guided tours of the city’s many murals and works of public sculpture.

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POLITICAL SCIenCe: SOCIAL AL juS juSTICe AC ACAdeMy The Social Justice Research Academy brings students faculty will call upon knowledge and experience from together with Penn faculty to examine the historical many sources: importance and the contemporary relevance of • past struggles: peasant revolts, slave rebellions, struggles to overcome inequality and injustice. anti-colonial and anti-apartheid independence movements morning Lectures and Discussions Attend classes • present struggles: Arab Spring, Occupy, and with Penn faculty from several disciplines, including ongoing human rights campaigns across the globe urban/global studies, philosophy, race and gender, economics and community development, politics, law This academy has been designed for students who are and policy, history, sociology, environment, and public interested in: health. • society, economy, politics, and environment • doing research supplemented by photography, Afternoon Workshops and Site Visits Participate in video, music, art, or digital design activities with special guests from community groups, • developing skills for leadership and organizational cooperatives, socially responsible businesses, labor development unions, political advocacy organizations, environmental • doing projects related to freedom, justice, equality, projects, urban farms, research institutes, and sustainability, peace, and fairness philanthropies. Program Director: Andrew T. Lamas, J.D. The promise of—and the struggle for—freedom is one of the enduring narratives of human society. The

ACADEmy DAy Academy Day marks the culmination of our 3-week academies and is an exciting time for presentations, and for reflecting on learning accomplished, friendships developed, and new experiences gained. Family, friends and other students are invited to attend.

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Curricula & Classes • Penn

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3-week programs

BiomediCal researCh h aC aCad adem emyy The Biomedical Research Academy immerses you in the most critical areas of biomedical research.

Biomedical Journal Club You will also participate in a small group “journal club” where you will learn to read primary scientific literature on a current topic of interest.

morning Lectures Attend morning classes with guest lectures by scientists and clinicians working in fields Research Presentation Topic Finally, students will such as genetics, cancer, forensic pathology, neuro- choose a disease to research using the University science, cardiology, immunology, and stem cell research. of Pennsylvania Biomedical Library’s vast collection and electronic resources and then use their new Afternoon Laboratory Work Afternoons will be knowledge to suggest novel approaches for research spent in the laboratory where you will learn techniques and treatments. This program takes place at the in molecular and cellular biology including Polymerase University of Pennsylvania Leidy Hall Laboratories. Chain Reaction (PCR), digestion with restriction enzymes, gel electrophoresis, and Western blotting. Program Director: Dr. Linda Robinson, Ph.D., Penn Topics in anatomy and physiology will be taught using Department of Biology Instructor and Instructional Lab animal dissection and virtual human cadavers. Coordinator.

Applicants must have completed or be enrolled in one year of biology and chemistry.

exPerimenTal PhysiCss re rese sear arC Ch aC aCad adem emyy The Penn Experimental Physics Research Academy allows students to take advantage of the vast research facilities on Penn’s campus to explore modern physics topics that are out of reach for most high school programs. Each week of the program is devoted to a major topic. A typical day starts with several lectures on topics and important ideas in physics. Once or twice a week, faculty members from Penn speak about their research work, and students present group reports on the work they have done while at PSSA. Afternoons are typically spent in the lab. Week 1 Devoted to mechanics and optics.

Preparation for a field trip to a local amusement park, where you will study the physics of rides with the help of electronic data logging devices and computers. Week 2 Begin with basic electricity and prove basic theory through knowledge and lab skills you’ve developed. Week 3 Each lab group will construct and use its own apparatus to measure the speed of light. This program takes place at the University of Pennsylvania David Rittenhouse Laboratory. Program Director: Bill Berner is the Lab Director for the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to working at Penn, he taught high school Physics for 25 years.

Applicants to the Physics Academy should have taken algebra and one year of science.

ChemisTry researCh h aC aCad adem emyy Led by faculty and staff of Penn's Department of Chemistry, as well as outstanding teachers and researchers selected from the region, the Chemistry Research Academy affords participants hands-on experiences with cutting-edge research projects in the chemical sciences. Penn Chemistry is a leading center of molecular research and instruction, whose researchers are at the frontier of modern chemistry, tackling a wide variety of important societal challenges. Specific topics included in the Academy

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will be derived from departmental research thrusts and may include: • Synthesis and characterization of new compounds and materials • Chemistry of life processes • Spectroscopy and environmental photochemistry • Nanoscale materials and molecular devices • New materials to solve energy challenges Program Director: Dr. Susan Phillips

Prerequisite: 1 year of high school chemistry strongly preferred

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PENN LAW 3-week program

The Penn Law Pre-College Academy gives high school students the opportunity to experience law school at a world-class university. During this 3 week intensive Academy, learn what it means to be a lawyer while gaining a better understanding of the role of laws in modern society. Taught and sponsored by the University of Pennsylvania Law School, classes mirror those taken by first year law students. Develop legal reasoning skills, review case briefings, and unravel constitutional, criminal and contract law. Debate constitutional issues currently being considered by the Supreme Court, like the Second Amendment, Campaign Finance, Affirmative Action, Marriage Equality, and Immigration Reform.

The goal of this Academy is to help you: • Develop communication, analytical, and leadership skills. • Learn how to craft a persuasive argument. • Gain insight into how law is practiced in the real world.

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A member of the Ivy League, Penn Law is one of the oldest and most selective law schools in the world, with a history of innovation in education. Distinguished alumni include global political leaders, jurists, law professors, managing partners at top law firms, and corporate counsel at Fortune 100 companies. With its beautiful and historic campus in Philadelphia, the birthplace of the U.S. Constitution, Penn Law is the perfect setting for a pre-college Law Academy.

Whether you hope to pursue a career in law, business, or government, Penn Law Pre-College Academy provides a strong foundation for success. Beyond the Academy classroom • Participate in hands-on workshops and panels • Engage in Socratic dialog to shed light on the American legal system. • Experience what it feels like to be a lawyer during our Moot Court Competition • Speak with judges, lobbyists, public defenders, and other legal experts • Attend lectures from outstanding Penn Law instructors and legal professionals • Engage with the experts during our “What to expect in College and Law School” panel Visit legal institutions and museums • Explore Philadelphia’s National Constitution Center, Independence Hall, Carpenter’s Hall, and President’s House

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• Spend the day in Washington, D.C. and tour the U.S. Capital • Visit court rooms, corporate law firms, national institutions, and monuments You will receive a “Certificate of Completion” from the University of Pennsylvania Law School at the end of the program. Application for the Penn Law Pre-College Academy can only be made at summerdiscovery.com

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summer discovery Courses • Penn

PENN COLLEGE CREDIT COURSES 5 ⁄ -week program

American Popular Culture The course will explore the history and practice of popular culture and culture studies in the United States. We will begin by challenging the concepts of "folk", "mass" and "popular" as well as "American" and "culture." Furthermore, we will interrogate various media such as television, film, music, comics and popular romances…

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below are partial college credit course descriptions available at time of publication. To see full course descriptions and the most updated course information, visit www.sas.upenn.edu/summer/courses/precollege after january 30. anCienT hisTory Ancient Greece The Greeks enjoy a special place in the construction of western culture and identity, and yet many of us have only the vaguest notion of what their culture was like. So much of what we esteem in our own culture derives from them: democracy, epic poetry, lyric poetry, tragedy, history writing, philosophy… arChaeology Introduction to Archaeology An introduction to the history, concepts, and methods of the anthropological study of early man using archaeological illustrations to indicate the relationships of archaeological interpretations with cultural and physical anthropology… arT hisTory European Art & Civilization before 1400 For the student who desires an introduction to the arts as well as for those who seek a foundation for more specialized study in the field. This course will explore the great epochs of art and their relation to corresponding phases of Western political and sociological history… asTronomy Survey of the Universe A general survey of the facts and theories of the astronomical universe, from the solar system to galaxies and cosmology. Topics include planets, satellites, small objects in the solar system, and

extraterrestrial life; stars, neutron stars, black holes, and big bang cosmology… Biology Introduction to human Evolution How did humans evolve? When did humans start to walk on two legs? How are humans related to non-human primates? This course focuses on the scientific study of human evolution describing the emergence, development, and diversification of our species, Homo sapiens… Introduction to Biology This course will explore general principles of biology that have been established by studies of microbes, animals, plants, and the viruses of these organisms. Emphasis will be on the basic chemistry of life, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics…

analysis and its application. Theory of supply and demand, costs and revenues of the firm under perfect competition, monopoly and oligopoly, pricing of factors of production, income distribution, and theory of international trade… english Study of an Author: Shakespeare This course is a general survey of Shakespeare’s work that focuses especially on the interrelation of social and political issues within their historical contexts. Beginning with texts that display primarily “domestic” concerns, we will explore early modern gender roles, problems with love and marriage, and conflicts between parents and children… Creative Non-Fiction Writing In our reading and writing, we'll explore the fascinating and productive tension between the two poles: what we imagine, and what "really" happened. We'll respect our memories and let our imaginations work in high gear as we learn ways to retrieve material, and shape it into surprising pieces of writing…

CommuniCaTions Introduction to mass media and Society How might we think about the legal, political, economic, historical, and "cultural" considerations that shape what we watch on TV, read in books, stare at in billboards? What ideas are relevant for examining the enormous changes in the mass media system and the consequences of those changes?... eConomiCs Introductory Economics: microeconomics This course is an exploration of economic

FolK American Folklore This course will examine American expressive culture including everyday speech, narrative, foodways, religion, music, public celebrations, medicine, and material arts through an exploration of the multiple and changing avenues of diversity in the U.S….

LAnguAge & LInguISTICS Introduction to Sociolinguistics This course will explore human language viewed from a social and historical perspective. Students will acquire the tools of linguistic analysis through interactive computer programs, covering phonetics, phonology and morphology, in English and other languages in order to trace social differences in the use of language… maThemaTiCs Introduction to Calculus An introduction to concepts and methods of calculus for students with little or no previous calculus experience. Polynomial and elementary transcendental functions and their applications, derivatives, extremum problems, curvesketching, approximations; integrals and the fundamental theorem of calculus...  Calculus, Part I Brief review of High School calculus, applications of integrals, transcendental functions, methods of integration, infinite series, Taylor's theorem. Use of symbolic manipulation and graphics software in calculus… musiC World music and Cultures The purpose of the course is to enable students to become informed and critical consumers of "World Music" by telling a series of stories about particular recordings made with, or using the music of, peoples culturally and geographically distant from the US… PhilosoPhy Introduction to Philosophy In this class we will reflect on the following fundamental questions: What is the nature of underlying reality? What are the scope and limits of human knowledge? Does God exist? What is the ultimate nature of persons? Do we have free will?

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history of modern Philosophy Theories of knowledge, mind, and reality in early modern philosophy from Descartes through Kant and Hegel… 

soCiology Law and Society This course will explore civil liberties, the organization of courts, legislatures, the legal profession and administrative agencies. The focus will be on law in the United States, though law and society in

Africa, Asia, Europe and Latin America will be covered in a comparative context… Urban Neighborhoods This course will examine urban neighborhoods in the United States and elsewhere in the world. In particular, class readings and discussions will explore the wide range of ways (political, social, cultural; organized and informal) that individuals and institutions in urban neighborhoods have reacted to global transformations and what effects and consequences those reactions have precipitated…

International Relations in Theory and Practice This course is an introduction to the major theories and issues in international politics: concepts and theories of international relations; war and security; global economy; and emerging issues in international relations… 

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Introduction to Decision Theory Rational choice is by far the most used theory of decision making, and its applications are widespread in economics, finance, political science, law, managerial decision making, the economics of health care, and artificial intelligence. This course will use examples from each of these fields to provide an introduction

PoliTiCal sCienCe American Political Thought Whether America begins with the Puritans and the Mayflower Compact, or with the Declaration of Independence and the Revolution, it is founded in resistance to empire. In the generations between, Americans have desired, dreaded and debated empire. This course will focus on empire and imperialism in American political thought…

PsyChology Experimental Psychology This course will provide an introduction to the basic topics of psychology including learning, motivation, cognition, development, abnormal, physiological, social, and personality… 

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Political Philosophy This course examines different topics in political philosophy including liberalism, feminism, socialism, communitarianism; economic justice and equality; democratic theory; the challenge of multiculturalism for liberal democracies, and the problem of global justice…

to the basic foundations of decision making…

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below are partial enrichment course descriptions available at time of publication. To see full course descriptions and the most updated course information, visit www.sas.upenn.edu/summer/courses/precollege after january 30. saT PreParaTion SAT Classroom Course with an ACT Boost by The Princeton Review The SAT course is structured to produce high scores through effective, proven verbal skill-building and math instruction. Includes The Princeton Review guarantee and Live Online Wrap-Up in the fall. The ACT Boost course builds on the skills you’ll learn in your SAT program and will help you get your highest ACT score. sKills For aCademiC suCCess Skills for Academic Success in College Helps participants become more effective high school and college students by reviewing and implementing important strategies in time management, exam preparation, note taking, collaborative learning and more. We introduce

founder of the University of Pennsylvania, thought that the true purpose of education was to promote service to the larger society. Penn has a rich tradition of community involvement in the West Philadelphia area, and its ongoing work with the community Effective Public Speaking & Debate Course centers on developing critical thinking is a true expression of that purpose. PreCollege students have a unique opportunity and public speaking skills through the medium of academic debates. Students consider to become involved in the betterment of the community in which they will be studying… and discuss topics of current importance, develop a systematic approach to critical thought and oral expression and consider the wriTing Introduction to Academic Writing and goals and strategies of successful and…. Critical Reading Prestigious universities and colleges place a premium on students’ SeRVICe LeARnIng ability to write effectively, persuasively and Community Service and Leadership (40 hours of community service. A Certificate critically. We will provide students opportunities of Completion is awarded.) Benjamin Franklin, for discussing the standards of academic students to the special features of the college classroom. Issues such as class participation, relationships with faculty and teaching assistants, and academic expectations…

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written discourse and developing strategies for fulfilling those standards across a range of academic disciplines. Emphasis is on expository writing, and analyzing writing styles Students practice writing essays and short papers. Class emphasizes the writing process as well as the quality of the… VISuAL ARTS Digital Photography and Computer Enhancement (Students must provide their own digital camera with a minimum of 6 megapixels and USB cord. Manual focus option preferred, but not required.) Digital photography has quickly emerged as one of the most diverse forms of artistic expression. In this course students will learn basic photographic techniques of composition, lighting, and exposure, as well as advanced techniques of digital editing and manipulation using Adobe Photoshop. Weekly photo excursions are included to allow students the opportunity to practice and perfect…

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Activities & Trips • Penn

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PENN ACTIVITIES & TRIPS Rich in culture and history, Philadelphia is home to the Liberty bell, Independence Hall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. The Franklin Institute and the Academy of natural Sciences are prominent educational institutions, as is our nation’s first library, the Free Library of Philadelphia. Philadelphia is the second-largest metropolitan center on the east Coast, and just a few hours from new york and Washington, d.C. Penn’s 280-acre tree-lined campus is located in university City, just across the Schuylkill River from Center City.

Students choose from numerous extracurricular and evening activities, trips, and excursions. The activities below are offered to 51⁄2 --week Pre-College students and 3-week Academy students. Three-week students can partake in some, but not all, activities listed. All are included in the Summer Discovery tuition (unless noted).

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The Penn museum of Archaeology and Anthropology features collections and artifacts from Egypt, China and Mesopotamia. Other highlights include a number of important Greco-Roman antiquities, Buddhist art, and a small but choice collection of African art.

Included in Tuition Beach Day — Jersey Shore Enjoy a day of sun, fun and waves on the Atlantic Ocean. The New Jersey Shore is known for its beautiful, clean beaches.

Tour of the U.S. mint The largest mint in the world, has the capacity to produce 1.8 million coins an hour, 32 million coins per day, and 13.5 billion coins every year.

hersheypark Amusement Park, Chocolate World, and ZooAmerica – all in one day We head to the Board and Video Games Galore Monopoly, Connect Pocono Mountains and Hersheypark amusement park, Four, Chess, Trivial Pursuit, Wii, and Rock Band. with over 110 acres and over 60 rides and attractions including the new 12.1 million dollar Fahrenheit roller Karaoke Night Fever Sing your heart out. coaster featuring the steepest drop in the U.S. at Beading and hemping Arts & crafts offered every 97 degrees. We’ll also visit the adjacent ZooAmerica, weekday. with hundreds of exotic animals from around the globe. We’ll top it off with Hershey’s Great American Tie-Dye You supply the garments, we supply the color. Chocolate Tour. Jewelry making No experience needed, make New York City Now! Spend the day in the Big Apple something special. visiting Columbia University, Times Square, 42nd street Sport Intramurals Drop-in play in Frisbee, soccer, and Rockefeller Center. football and more. Washington, D.C. Day Enjoy the beauty of the DVD movies in the residence hall lounge. nation’s capital by visiting Georgetown University, the beautiful Washington Mall, the Lincoln Memorial and movie Night Special on campus showings. the Vietnam War Memorial. Spend the afternoon at the Smithsonian’s Aerospace and Natural History Museums.

The Liberty Bell The most prominent symbol associated with the American Revolutionary War. It is one of the most familiar symbols of independence within the United States. Independence hall By every estimate, the birthplace of the United States. It was within its walls that the Declaration of Independence was adopted, and the US Constitution was debated and signed. Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Marvel at a 25-foot tower of shredded bills totaling $100 million. Examine a currency cart with $1,350,000 in $5 bills. Test your skills at detecting counterfeit bills. Philadelphia Phillies Major League Baseball Game at Citizens Bank Park, home of the Philly Phanatic mascot. Philadelphia Union Major League Soccer Game at PPL Park, located on the banks of the Delaware River. The Philadelphia museum of Art Besides its architecture and collections, the Museum is known for the role it played in a famous scene in the film “Rocky.” King of Prussia mall The east coast’s premier shopping destination offers an endless selection of department stores, cool shops and dining experiences with over 400 stores.

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A charter member of the Ivy League, Penn offers intercollegiate competition for men in 17 sports, and for women in 16 sports. Summer discovery @ Penn students enjoy full Penn recreation privileges, at no extra charge (except where noted). Students under the age of 16 years may not use the Pottruck Athletic Facility.

Eastern State Penitentiary Opened in 1829, Eastern State is considered to be the world’s first true penitentiary. Its revolutionary system of incarceration encouraged solitary confinement.

informal recreational swimming, Sport Club aquatic activities and competition and is also home of the Penn Intercollegiate Swim and Diving Team.

Inside you will find 19,000 square feet of fitness space, Olympic-size pool and co-ed sauna, basketball courts, climbing wall, golf simulator, Energy Zone juice bar, The Sport Shop @ Penn, dance, ballet, and martial arts studios, and Pilates studio. Facilities in Pottruck include:

The 40’ Climbing Wall One of the main attractions of the Pottruck Fitness Center. The Climbing Wall offers a unique recreational experience. All equipment is provided and no experience is necessary. Come and challenge yourself — rest from your day-to-day worries. (additional fee required)

The Katz Fitness Center This cardiovascular workout area contains Life Fitness Cross Trainers, Treadmills, Steppers, Upright and Recumbent Bikes and Concept II Rowers. The Center is equipped with Broadcast Vision, and a programmed Muzak system.

The Golf Simulator Year-round indoor play and instruction is available. Playing options include scramble, match and stroke play on over 35 different U.S. courses. (additional fee required)

South Street Philadelphia’s hip strip and trendy melting pot. Here you’ll find boutiques, eccentric shops, restaurants, clubs and cafes.

The Fitness Center Located on the 3rd and 4th floors the Fitness Center contains Life Fitness Cardiovascular equipment, Selectorized Circuit pieces, Hammer Strength plate loaded equipment, and a stretching area.

Society hill & Old City Neighborhoods Contains not only the largest concentration of 18th/19thcentury buildings in the country, but also depicts the course of 20th-century urban design.

The Weight Room 8,000 square feet of Life Fitness and Hammer Strength Selectorized circuit equipment, plate loaded equipment with free weight, and stretching areas.

Concerts, Concerts, Concerts At the Comcast Center, Festival Pier and Verizon Hall. (Tickets and transportation additional.)

Sheerr Pool An Olympic-size pool featuring long and short course swimming. The pool is available for

Penn • Sports & Recreation

Penn’s Landing stretches along the Delaware River and encompasses the spot where William Penn, Philadelphia’s founder, first touched ground.

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PENN SPORTS & RECREATION

hutchinson Gymnasium The Hutchinson facility houses a multi-purpose gym, the Penn Fitness Center, a dance studio, the Ringe Squash Courts, and locker/ shower facilities, as well as a field with natural grass. Franklin Field The University of Pennsylvania’s stadium for football, field hockey, lacrosse, and track and field. It is also used by Penn students for recreation, and for intramural and club sports, and is the site of Penn’s graduation ceremonies. Franklin Field has hosted the annual Penn Relays, the largest track- and-field meet in the U.S., for over 100 years. Open to all ages.

Franklin Institute Features a colossal statue of Benjamin Franklin, honoring the writer, inventor and American statesman. Special exhibits change each summer. Betsy Ross house Relive the story of Betsy sewing the first American flag. The National museum of Jewish history Shares its site with Congregation Mikveh Israel, founded in the 1740s. Jim’s Steaks The best and most authentic cheesesteaks Philly offers.

apply online at upenn.edu/summer • 516.621.3939

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