½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Stories

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Amara Gregorek '23

Interned with DOROT
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"In high school I volunteered at DOROT, where I interned this summer, and found a community that is still very close to my heart today. Seeing that ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï had so many volunteer initiatives and similar clubs like Adopt-A-Grandparent drew me to the school and ultimately helped me to make my decision to attend ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï." 

Iceberg and Ship in Antarctica

Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

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January 15-22, 2026

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Machu Picchu 2025

Mysteries of Peru and Machu Picchu

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August 13-21, 2025

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Denali Mountains

Discover Denali National Park

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July 13-18, 2025

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My STEMLA Story: Daiana Azim '28

"STEMLA has taught me that a scientist is not simply someone who is a genius in science, but rather it is a way of thinking and acting that anyone can adopt and learn."

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My STEMLA Story: Marie-Claire Davenport '28

"The field trips we took were not just moments of deeper connection with our teachers, our upperclassmen, and amongst ourselves, but also fun learning opportunities!"

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Major Moment: Rana Rastegari '26

English & Chemistry

"I was initially very hesitant about being a chemistry major but taking a risk ended up being one of the best decisions I could have made."

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Exterior wall of Philadelphia's Magic Gardens with mosaics

Tri-Co Philly: Contemporary Art & Film in Philadelphia

Fall 2025

This course will explore the vibrant contemporary art world of the city of Philadelphia—a city uniquely positioned to attract artists with its many top-tier fine art schools, world-class museums, relatively affordable living and studio spaces, and thriving network of artist-run galleries and exhibition spaces.

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Ivy covered wall at Eastern State Penitentiary

Tri-Co Philly: Philadelphia the Global City: The Italian Legacy across Time

Fall 2025

This course investigates the history and evolution of Philadelphia as a globalized and multi-ethnic city, using as a case study for this analysis the impact and legacy of transnational Italian culture across the centuries.

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Students looking at Climate Justice Mural

Tri-Co Philly: Heat and Health: Design Action Lab

Fall 2025

This transdisciplinary and community-engaged course focuses on challenges of responding to extreme heat in Philadelphia. Site visits, guest speakers, readings, and community-driven research will deepen students’ understanding of the intertwined social, economic, health, and environmental challenges facing Philadelphia in a warming world.

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Major Moment: Novy Goetgeluk '25

Psychology & Neuroscience

"Feed every bit of intellectual hunger that your brain is asking for and make the most of your college experience because of it!"

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Students having a picnic at the Slides and Slides event

2025 ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï Bucket List

From Our Tour Guides

"What do you want to accomplish in 2025?"

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A view of Seoul at dusk

360°: K-Power

South Korea’s Rise from Ashes to Icons

This cluster explores three key dimensions of South Korea: Might (its politics, military, and diplomacy), Money (its economy), and Minds (its culture).

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