In this issue: Celebrating our incredible graduates and introducing new opportunities
Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
The College of Liberal and Professional Studies honored graduates of the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences degree, along with their friends and family, at a ceremony on Sunday, May 17. At Penn LPS Online, we take great pride in the global classroom created by our students all over the world. But it is a special day when many of our graduates travel to Philadelphia, help one another into their robes, and accept their honors in person.
Can you see yourself there?
Special congratulations to the students and faculty members who received awards. To learn more, visit LPS Student Awards for 2026 and Faculty Awards for 2026.
Dates and Deadlines
May 26 – Summer courses begin
July 1 – Deadline for new BAAS students to apply for a fall 1 start
July 17 – Summer courses end
August 1 – Application deadline for Gateway students planning a fall 1 start
August 15 – Deadline for new certificate students to enroll for a fall 1 start
August 25 – Fall 1 courses begin
View the academic calendar for additional dates and deadlines.
Course Spotlight
PROW 3030: Publishing Your Research: Writing Journal Articles and Book Chapters
- 8-week course, offered in summer
- May be taken as an individual course
- May be applied to the Certificate in Professional Writing
- May be applied to the BAAS concentration in Individualized Studies and Writing
For advanced academic writers, this new course focuses on the tools and techniques to translate your research into meaningful, effective academic content.
Ready to take your academic writing to the next level?
Student Voices
“Knowing that I was able to have a successful career at Penn and in golf at the same time just gives me a lot of confidence going into the future.”
— Lucy Li, Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences ‘25
Learn how Lucy completed her college degree while competing as a professional golfer, or visit the Student Voices page to hear from more Penn LPS Online students and alumni.
Upcoming Events
Penn LPS Online Certificates: Meet Us Mondays
Every other Monday, 12:30 p.m. ET
BAAS Virtual Information Sessions
Every other Tuesday, various times
Virtual Application Completion Session
Every other Thursday, 12:30 p.m. ET
In Case You Missed It
Curious about how the craft of creative writing can be taught? Check out this short Certificate Spotlight on Creative Writing, where we explore creative discovery as a knowledge-producing discipline.
