Penn First Plus Events
Through office-generated programs and close collaboration with the undergraduate Schools and campus partners, Penn First Plus endeavors to offer timely events that address the questions and needs of first-generation and lower-income undergraduates. Below, please find a list of our upcoming programs, which is regularly updated.
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P1P X Wharton MBA Visit
Wednesday, April 3, 3:30-5:30pm, Jon M. Huntsman Hall, Room G65
Join this event to explore unique academic offerings, research opportunities, job market support, and specialized resources available through the Wharton School of Business MBA Program. Attendees will discover best practices for crafting a successful MBA admissions application and hear from current FGLI graduate students about their academic experiences in the Wharton MBA Program.
P1P x Penn First NYC Visit
Friday, February 16, 2-4pm, Shleifer Family P1P Center
Co-Sponsored by Penn First!
Embark on a thrilling professional development trip with the Penn First Plus and the Penn First Board in the bustling city of New York! Join us for an enriching day filled with insightful company visits and networking opportunities with FGLI Penn alumni. Companies included on this trip include Dominus Capital, Match.com, and Lakewood Capital!
Orquestra Akokán
Friday, April 12, 6:30pm, Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
Co-Sponsored by Penn Live Arts and University Life
Join us at 6:30 pm on Friday, April 12, for a delicious dinner of Cuban food, with a side of insightful discussion on Latin music by Professor Jairo Moreno. Enjoy the food and the conversation, and then get ready for a thrilling performance by the Cuban mambo band Orquestra Akokán. Come and experience the vibrant culture of Cuba through its food and music!
RSVP by April 10, 2024.