About the Cora Ingrum Center

The Cora Ingrum Center for Community and Outreach leads and champions programming to support the Penn Engineering student body and positively impact the Philadelphia community. Through educational outreach and expanded opportunities for all students, the Center is the cornerstone of Penn Engineering’s activities that foster meaningful connections within the School and beyond. A hub for student support, advocacy and engagement, the Center also ensures that every member of the School’s community feels valued and empowered to thrive.

Ms. Cora Ingrum

The Cora Ingrum Center honors the legacy of Ms. Cora Ingrum, a transformational figure in Penn Engineering. Renowned for her extensive contributions to the School, Ms. Ingrum was appointed the first Director of the then-named Office of Minority Programs in 1981. In this role, she spearheaded initiatives for more than three decades, fostering a nurturing environment for student academic and personal growth. Ms. Ingrum continues to inspire the students, faculty and staff of Penn Engineering.