United StatesThe University of Pennsylvania Stuart Weitzman School of Design prepares students to address complex sociocultural and environmental issues through thoughtful inquiry, creative expression, and innovation. As a diverse community of scholars and practitioners, we are committed to advancing the public good–both locally and globally–through art, design, planning, and preservation.
Mission
The University of Pennsylvania Stuart Weitzman School of Design prepares students to address complex sociocultural and environmental issues through thoughtful inquiry, creative expression, and innovation. As a diverse community of scholars and practitioners, we are committed to advancing the public good–both locally and globally–through art, design, planning, and preservation.
The Values That Guide Us
We are proud of our exceptional legacy of advancing design education, scholarship and practice, and improving the quality of everyday life through design. We recognize that we should measure our success not just by what we do but by how we approach our work. The values and guiding principles below reflect our commitment to creating a culture of trust, integrity, and fairness.
Respect
We treat each other with respect – faculty, staff, and students – regardless of background or position
Inclusion
We strive to create an inclusive environment, embracing difference and welcoming diverse perspectives
Belonging
We believe that everyone in our community should feel welcome, valued, and unafraid to ask questions or raise concerns
Support
We seek to foster a supportive community, celebrating our successes and learning from our mistakes
Courage
We encourage risk taking and exploring beyond established boundaries in pursuit of excellence
Collegiality
We believe in teamwork, recognizing that differences of opinion are constructive and should be addressed collegially and respectfully
Transparency
We are committed to frequent, open, and transparent communication
Justice
We recognize that some members of our community may experience unfair barriers or advantages and we make changes to ensure that everyone has access to equal opportunities
