Policies, Handbooks & Procedures
Useful information in understanding the rights and responsibilities of members of our community.
Resources
Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs
A variety of resources are available for recruiting faculty, staff and students.
Questions, Concerns & Complaints
Penn is strongly committed to providing respectful work and learning environments for all members of its community.
Complaint Resolution
In any large and diverse organization such as the University of Pennsylvania, friction or misunderstandings may arise; corrections and adjustments can be made where appropriate.
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Bias Reporting
The University of Pennsylvania is an inclusive community in which we learn from the research, ideas, and experiences of other people on campus and around the world. We value open expression and the learning that comes from civil and rigorous debate. We also value and respect the dignity and worth of all members of our community. At times individuals or groups may believe they have experienced discrimination or bias or were negatively impacted by the actions of another member of the Penn community.
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Ombuds
The Office of the Ombuds offers an accessible and safe place to resolve differences, explore matters of concern, improve communication, and generate and evaluate options.
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University Values
The University of Pennsylvania is a scholarly community that advances discovery and opportunity toward a better future for all. We embrace excellence, freedom of inquiry and expression, and respect. Penn’s culture is inspired by its founder, Benjamin Franklin—open-minded and curious, inventive and practical, exhibiting brilliance across fields, imperfect but self-improving, and relentlessly focused on enhancing social good. These values are enduring and inspire us to be a positive force for the world, while remaining anchored and committed to our Philadelphia home.