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.
Education Commons
Today's Hours:
9am - 8pm | Library Hours
Phone:
Email:
Location:
George A. Weiss Pavilion, Mezzanine
Franklin Field, 233 South 33rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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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.
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 use 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
Upcoming Workshops
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- Workshop
March 2, 2026
Vitale: Intro to Illustrator for Vector Design
A hands-on beginner workshop introducing Adobe Illustrator and vector design, teaching students to create precise, fabrication-ready files for laser and vinyl cutting while building real-world, portfolio-ready skills.
- 2:00pm - 4:00pm
- Vitale Digital Media Lab (Van Pelt 121)
Open to Penn Students Only
March 5, 2026
Learn How to CAD and 3D Print Your Own Keycaps Online!
Learn how to make custom 3D printed keycaps to make your own fidget keychains or customize your keyboard.
- 3:00pm - 4:00pm
- Online
Open to Penn Students Only
- Workshop
March 17, 2026
Lunch Time Plushies
A creative lunchtime workshop where students hand-sew a Chnoubis plushie while learning basic sewing skills and exploring the art, culture, and symbolism of ancient Egypt.
- 12:00pm - 2:00pm
- Museum Library level 1
Open to Penn Students Only
Work with Us
Consultations and Instruction
Fill out our consultation form to request assistance for workshops, collaboration at events, or consultations related to VR or makerspace activities like 3D printing or laser cutting.
Fill out our formFellowship opportunities
We are currently recruiting for the Hoesley Digital Literacy Fellowship. This program encourages creative exploration of technologies commonly used in our rapidly evolving 21st century workplace and beyond.
Learn more and applyBlog: Beyond Books and Screens
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2026 and Me: What I am looking forward to (Services, equipment, technology, themes, programs, skills, our spaces) in the coming year and where to learn more.
Meet Our Staff
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Christine Kemp
Program Coordinator of Technology and Play ckemp@upenn.edu
Tex Kang
Program Coordinator for Technology and Play texkang@upenn.eduLocation 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.
