We are thrilled to invite the neighborhood to join us in celebrating the official grand opening of Trolley Portal Gardens! Please come out and join us for a ribbon cutting, an... Read More
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UCD's next great public space opening soonConstruction at Trolley Portal Gardens is nearly complete! Click here for more info » -
UCD programs free and fun summer events all summer longRead details for this summer's Dollar Stroll, Dining Days, Clark Park Movies, Summer Series, and More! Click here for more information. » -
West Philadelphia Skills InitiativeWith Drexel University College of Medicine. WPSI offers an accelerated connection to a career you love and the life you want. Apply here! » -
Throughout 2017 we'll be looking back at 20 years of UCD20 Years, 20 Stories is a rich compilation of the ways in which UCD has impacted the neighborhood through our work, told by the people who have made University City the vibrant, healthy and diverse community it is today. 20 Years, 20 Stories » -
Our safety ambassadors patrol the neighborhood and offer assistance to the community.UCD is dedicated to improving the neighborhood. Our Public Space Maintenance staff clean and enhance more than 160 University City commercial and residential blocks, and our safety ambassadors provide walking escorts, vehicle lock-outs, and transplants to homeless shelters. »
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Each month we aim to highlight theater, art, music, food, and tech events happening in University City. Want your event listed? Email us to get your organization... Read More
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Free movies are returning to University City! UCD, in partnership with Philadelphia Parks and Recreation and Friends of Clark Park, will once again present Movies in Clark Park,... Read More
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We are pleased to announce the hiring of Sarah Steltz as our organization’s new Vice President for Workforce Solutions. In her new role, Sarah will oversee University City... Read More
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University City District is pleased to share that on Friday, April 6th, JPMorgan Chase & Co. announced a $225,000 grant at a presentation and symposium. The funds from this... Read More
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University City District (UCD) and the Baltimore Avenue Business Association are excited to announce the return of the Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll on Thursday, September 13,... Read More