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Ahead of two new classes he is teaching on the subject, Zachary Herrmann shares advice for how mission-driven leaders at nonprofits, NGOs, and foundations can learn to negotiate effectively.

Jonathan Zimmerman, the Judy and Howard Berkowitz Professor in Education, writes about the history of the Department of Education from its roots in Reconstruction to the current push to dismantle it.

Karen Weaver's work on college athletics is discussed in this episode of the Trusted Voices podcast.

The senior lecturer and director of the Office of School and Community Engagement is helping a team of fourth-years who are working on an in-shelter after-school program designed for families experiencing homelessness.

This course, taught by the director of the International Educational Development Program, focuses on how migration impacts children, youth, families, and their communities.

Robert Zemsky's work in establishing the 3-year college model is cited in this piece.

The second undergraduate minor in education prepares students for licensure and expands pathways into teaching.

Honors from AERA, Penn AI, Penn Alumni, and national organizations highlight faculty and staff contributions across education research, artificial intelligence, and public engagement.

Robert Zemsky says that a small number of institutions claim that the current model of college is not working and needs to be changed.

Vivian Gadsden has received two awards from the American Educational Research Association in the 2026 awards cycle.

Howard Stevenson spoke at the 2026 Fitler Forum on April 13.

Jonathan Zimmerman says that, although findings show that most service workers now have college degrees, students should not be discouraged from attending college.

Caroline Ebby and Janine Remillard are helping to lead a bold new fellowship to empower Algebra 1 teachers in the School District of Philadelphia—merging deep content knowledge, responsive pedagogy, and a shared passion for making math meaningful.

These eight graduates have made outstanding contributions to the field of education and Penn GSE, representing the breadth and depth of the School’s impact.

Dr. Oscar Arias talks about his chapter, “Leading in Flux,” explaining “flux” and describing a move from VUCA to a BANI world where systems are brittle, anxiety rises, and change is non-linear and hard to comprehend.

This course encourages students to discover and revisit a wide range of children’s literature across genres and to consider their implications for classroom literacy instruction.

Laura Perna says that the changes in Maine should be the start of a larger conversation in making higher education more affordable for students.

The director of growth and impact at Catalyst @ Penn GSE was selected by Sierra Leone’s Central University to help create curriculum and policies as they launch their first postgraduate programs.

In their opinion piece, Peter Eckel and Karen Weaver discuss the intersection of governance and college athletics.

During the month-long initiative focused on human-centered AI, Penn GSE will host several events, including a faculty panel on responsible AI use, a two-day symposium on AI in education, and a mindfulness forum.

Luis Morales-Navarro and Shruti Mehta join a University-wide cohort of researchers exploring how artificial intelligence can shape fields ranging from medicine to education.

This course introduces students to empirical applications of quantitative research methods by closely examining a range of studies about contemporary educational issues.

The education historian offers a look at the policies and partnerships that redefined research, access, and universities in the U.S.

Dr. Becca Clanton shares findings from her research with her own personal and professional stories about how motherhood grows leadership and strengthens other work-related skills.

As a powerful part of an ongoing Wallace Foundation funded initiative, Penn GSE brought district teams from across the country to Montgomery for immersive learning at the Legacy Sites with founder Bryan Stevenson and Professor Howard Stevenson

In Episode 81 of the EduTrends podcast, Yasmin Kafai argues that young people must not remain passive consumers of AI systems.

A course taught by Associate Professor Seiji Isotani, the faculty director of the Learning Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Program, explores intelligent tutoring systems, large language models, and personalized learning.

At We Love Philly, the alum runs a cybersecurity pre-apprenticeship program, offering students technical skills, jobs training, and a nontraditional path to high school graduation

A new book from Penn CLO faculty based on alumni dissertations argues that, in an era defined by volatility, leaders must become designers of systems that foster connection, resilience, and continuous learning.

In a collaboration between Technical.ly and the Bucks County Beacon, Michael Golden comments on the benefits AI can have for classrooms and mentions Penn GSE's PASS program.

Professors Janine Remillard and Sharon Ravitch recently joined the Re-Educated podcast to discuss curriculum use and practitioner research in education.

Drawing on her nationally recognized expertise as an economist of education, Dean Katharine Strunk warns that a new federal proposal misclassifies education degrees and threatens the pipeline of counselors, principals, and mental health professionals.

Through virtual reality, online professional development, and hands-on curriculum design, Learning Sciences and Technologies alumni are partnering with the Center for Engineering MechanoBiology and the School District of Philadelphia to bring interdisciplinary STEM to life.

Robert Zemsky comments on three-year college degrees.

Robert Zemsky comments on the growing push for 3-year bachelor's degrees.

In this co-taught class, Abby Reisman and Sigal Ben-Porath encourage students to consider their roles and identities as participants and facilitators of discussion as they grapple with the role of classroom discourse in K–12 and higher education settings.

In Chalkbeat, Penn GSE graduate Nimet Eren, now principal of Kensington Health Sciences Academy, is featured for leading a school initiative that helps students identify AI-generated misinformation and critically evaluate online content through a new media literacy curriculum.

A nationally recognized leader in education policy and equity, Forte will speak at the School’s 2026 Commencement ceremony on May 16 as part of the University of Pennsylvania’s 270th Commencement.

Karen Weaver comments extensively on the financial pressures currently plaguing college athletics and current efforts to address them.

In a Substack essay examining the decline of reading instruction in American schools, Richard Ingersoll’s research is referenced in a discussion of broader shifts in teaching practices and the challenges schools face in sustaining strong literacy instruction.

Robert Zemsky says that proposals to introduce three-year bachelor’s degrees at some University of Wisconsin campuses reflect a growing effort to reduce the cost and time required to complete college while maintaining the value of a traditional degree.

Bad Bunny’s recent Grammy wins and Super Bowl performance may have thrust multilingualism into the headlines, but educators have worked in linguistically diverse classrooms for years. Betsy Rymes has advice for navigating your multilingual class.

Karen Weaver says Rutgers’ mounting athletics deficit since joining the Big Ten illustrates the steep financial pressures universities face when trying to compete in top-tier athletic conferences, where rising spending on facilities, coaching salaries, and program expansion often outpaces revenue growth.

Betty Chandy and Dean Katharine Strunk say that educators are focused on responsible classroom AI use that strengthens learning and critical thinking rather than replacing teachers.

During a recent “inquiry day” at nearby Penn Alexander School, students in SLP had an immersive opportunity to observe and report on the real-world impact of the leadership frameworks they’ve been studying.

Karen Weaver sits down with higher-ed governance experts Raquel Rall of UC Riverside and Penn GSE's own Peter Eckel to unpack fiduciary duty, board education, and how to make mission-driven decisions in college athletics amid NIL, revenue sharing, realignment, and rising financial risk.

From language and literacy to the ecosystems that shape schools, four faculty members were recent guests on the acclaimed podcast.

A new series spotlighting the unique offerings and pedagogy of Penn GSE courses kicks off with a spotlight on Julie Wollman’s class on leadership in higher education.

We gathered four Penn GSE alumni, now serving as college presidents, to discuss the current state of higher education, the evolving demands of academic leadership, and how the presidency is a calling, not just a career.