Sr. Associate Director, Student Accommodation, Graduate Academic Affairs, Wharton School

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The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

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Sr. Associate Director, Student Accommodation, Graduate Academic Affairs, Wharton School

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Associate Director E, Student Services, Graduate Programs

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Wharton School Overview
Founded in 1881 as the world’s first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students. Each year, 13,000 professionals worldwide advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education’s individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a diverse staff population representing a rich array of backgrounds, expertise, and cultures. To learn more, visit www.wharton.upenn.edu.

Reporting to the Deputy Vice Dean of Academic Affairs, the Associate Director E—Academic Advisor and Student Accommodation (AA-SA) leads the MBA Academic Affairs office's strategy for student accommodation and disability services, ensuring compliance with legal standards and promoting an inclusive educational environment. The AA-SA manages all aspects of these services, working in close partnership with the faculty, administration, and University offices, and provides strategic oversight of related resources and processes. The AA-SA also develops and maintains comprehensive policies, guidance, and procedures that advance our commitment to inclusivity and student success.

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As a key member of the MBA advising team, the AA-SA contributes to the overall delivery of the Wharton MBA program and provides direct academic advising to students. The AA-SA serves as the primary liaison to Penn’s