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We invite Penn affiliates to host their next event at the Penn Wharton China Center (PWCC). Your participation will contribute to Penn’s global engagement.
Reservation Guidelines
The Penn Wharton China Center (PWCC) is a platform for engagement between the University of Pennsylvania and its alumni and partners in China, and offers meeting facilities, private and shared workspaces, and access to other event space. As such, we invite Penn affiliates to apply to host their next event or program in our space.
When hosting events at the Penn Wharton China Center, content and program activities must support the university’s academic and research missions, as well as the PWCC’s objectives. Additionally, organizers must adhere to institutional guidelines regarding academic integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration to maintain alignment with Penn’s values and standards.
Reservation Requests
From academic workshops to business meetings, we offer a versatile event space tailored to suit your unique event requirements.
To initiate a request, please contact Chris Zhang, Senior Administrative Manager at the Penn Wharton China Center. All events are subject to approval.
Our space is equipped with a meeting table that seats 12 people, an electronic whiteboard, and perimeter seating with six (6) movable chairs. Altogether, the conference space can comfortably accommodate up to 20 people. Also available is a private office suitable for one person.
Conference Room – View #1
The room and conference space are configured to accommodate a 12-person meeting, with additional seating on the perimeter.
Conference Room – View #2
The same configuration shown in View #1, now with a clear view of the perimeter seating and the technology control booth.
Conference Room – View #3
This is the same configuration shown in View #1, now with a clear view of the workstations opposite the perimeter seating.
Private Office
A private office, equipped with a phone, computer, and peripherals, is also available for reservation.