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Everything you need to know about finding off-campus housing in Philly, from the experts at Common

Philadelphia is a vibrant and diverse city that attracts students from all around the world who seek a quality education and an unforgettable college experience. And while on-campus housing can…

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Campus Philly’s Mini-Guide to the Gayborhood

The Gayborhood is set in the heart of Washington Square West, and is an iconic LGBTQ+ community scene in the city complete with shopping, dining along 13th Street, and everything…

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5 Ways to Celebrate Pride Month in Philly

Happy June! There’s no better way to celebrate Pride than by supporting the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community right here in Philadelphia. Not sure where to start? We’ve complied a…

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MLK Day of Service 2023: Five Ways to Get Involved in Your Community

Honor the life & legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. with these weekend celebrations and volunteer opportunities for 2023, plus check out these Black- and Brown-owned businesses to support throughout…

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It’s Fall, Y’all: Top Fall Activities to Experience in Philadelphia

Philly is notorious for an abundance of fall activities, especially Halloween ones! We’ve gathered a list of the top places to go for the fall cozy vibes, but also for…

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Guide to Philly: Everything You Need to Know About Being a Student in Philadelphia

Welcome to our favorite city: Philadelphia! In this year’s edition of Campus Philly’s Guide to Philly, you’ll find mini neighborhood guides written by Philly-area college students and recent grads, all…

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10 Ways to Celebrate Black History Month in Philly

We’ve made it to February, which means we are celebrating Black history all month long! College students and young professionals have access to tons of events, activities, and educational programming…

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How to Celebrate this Spooky Season: The Top 10 Activities To Do in Philly for Halloween!

Philly’s favorite spooky season is here! Halloween weekend is quickly approaching, which means there is a TON to do, experience, and explore in the Philly area to get you in…

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Jobi John, Venture for America: How the Fellowship Transformed his Career, Why he Applied, and the Reasons You Should, too!

Venture for America is a fellowship program that gives recent college graduates, like you, firsthand startup experiences and helps them become leaders who make meaningful impacts with their careers. 

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Phila-nthropy: a Glimpse into Philadelphia’s Non-Profit Community

Mitchell Schuman grew up outside of Pittsburgh, PA (Here We Go Steelers!), before moving east to attend Villanova University. After graduating from Villanova in 2018, he worked for a technology…

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