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The Education Commons is open to the Penn community and is home to a makerspace, crafting space, and reservable study spaces and seminar rooms.

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Access

Note that access to the Education Commons is restricted to members of the Penn community with a valid PennCard.

Education Commons Fox Fitness Center Entrance

How to find us

The Education Commons is located in the George A. Weiss Pavilion next to Franklin Field. Here's how to get here and what to know before you visit.

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Reserve a space

Check out the group study rooms, booths, and classrooms you can book in the Education Commons.

Use Specialized Equipment

At the Education Commons, students, faculty, and staff can used our specialized equipment for academic and personal projects alike!

To use the following tools, fill out our consultation form.
  • Arduinos
  • Basic Art Supplies
  • Laminator
  • Paper Cutter/Trimmer
  • Makey Makey Kits
  • Sewing Machine
  • Vacuum Former
  • Vinyl Cutter
To use the following tools, complete one of our training workshops.
  • 3D Printer
  • Laser Cutter
  • Metal and Jewelry Tools
  • Hydraulic Press
  • Rolling Mill

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Location and Accessibility

Accessibility

Accessible entry to the Fox Fitness Center and the Education Commons is available on grade and up one floor by elevator, to the mezzanine.

Diagram shows the accessible entrance.

Accessible Entrance

Education Commons accessible entrance

Directions to the accessible entrance:   Word   |   PDF

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