The University of Pennsylvania (commonly referred to as Penn or UPenn) is a private Ivy League research university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is one of nine colonial colleges chartered prior to the U.S. Declaration of Independence when Benjamin Franklin, the university's founder and first president, advocated for an educational institution that trained leaders in academia, commerce, and public service. Penn identifies as the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, though this representation is challenged by other universities. Benjamin Franklin and other Philadelphians established the university in 1749, which would make it the fifth-oldest institution of higher education in the U.S.
At the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA, United States, the Department of Earth and Environmental Science serves as a dynamic hub for exploring our planet's intricate systems and the pressing environmental challenges of today. Embracing an interdisciplinary philosophy, the department unites expertise across fields like geology, geophysics, geochemistry, environmental science, and paleontology. This collaborative environment fosters comprehensive study of Earth's past, present, and future, encompassing vital areas such as climate change, sustainability, and natural hazards. Offering robust undergraduate and graduate programs, the department provides students with a solid scientific foundation and engages them in cutting-edge research, preparing them to tackle complex global issues.
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