In early 2024, Penn GSE undertook the important initiative of administering a comprehensive Climate and Culture Survey to students, staff, and faculty. This strategic endeavor aimed to establish a foundational benchmark for our new dean, providing insights into the current state of our School's culture. The survey instrument was administered and the results were analyzed by an external vendor to preserve the integrity of the data and the anonymity of Penn GSE community members. The survey sought to assess our strengths while pinpointing areas for improvement, thus facilitating informed decision-making.

Report Findings

We invite you to review the report at the link below. By sharing the findings of this survey, we look forward to a series of strategic dialogues and collaborative efforts beginning in the Fall of 2024 to support and enable the emerging Strategic Vision and strengthen the School’s culture of inclusive excellence and belonging.

Together, we aspire to cultivate a community that celebrates diverse experiences and perspectives, ensuring that every member of Penn GSE feels valued, supported, and empowered.

2024 School Climate and Culture Report

You can find the data this report is based on in this crosstab dataset.

This is the second Climate and Culture Survey Penn GSE has undertaken. Read more about the previous survey, its findings, and the actions and initiatives that came out of it on the 2019 School Climate and Culture Survey page.

Post-Report Recommendations

In 2024-25, the school convened a task force comprising faculty, staff, and students to analyze the results of the 2024 Climate and Culture Survey and produce recommendations. The recommendations of that task force inform the ongoing work of the Committee on Climate and Community and the Dean's Office, alongside other units across the GSE community.

2024-25 Task Force Recommendations