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The role of UN ambassador, explained
The role of UN ambassador, explained
Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein, distinguished global leader-in-residence at Perry World House, describes the workings of the U.S. ambassador to the U.N.—and whether it matters that it’s no longer of cabinet status.
Wharton prof explains Facebook’s new currency
Wharton prof explains Facebook’s new currency
Wharton Professor Kevin Werbach explains Libra: whether it’s actually a cryptocurrency, Facebook’s interest in it, and looming regulatory challenges.
Five events to watch for in July
Five events to watch for in July
July is marked by energizing events on and around campus, including a battle of the bands at World Café Live and an ice cream social at Morris Arboretum.
The state of Alzheimer’s research at Penn
The state of Alzheimer’s research at Penn
The Penn Memory Center’s Sanjeev Vaishnavi discusses the progress and setbacks made in Alzheimer’s research in the past five years.
How shopping became a version of social impact
How shopping became a version of social impact
Wharton Professor of Marketing Patti Williams discusses how brands began to put their do-gooder ethos to the forefront of its value proposition.
Prescribing nature for well-being
Prescribing nature for well-being
Awarded one of three Big Idea honors from the campus wellness challenge, Nature Rx emphasizes time in nature as a means to ease stress.
Why is it so difficult to sleep when it’s hot?
Why is it so difficult to sleep when it’s hot?
Philip Gehrman of the Penn Sleep Center offers an explanation—and explores some other recent questions posed by sleep scholars.
Five events to watch for in June
Five events to watch for in June
The summer months around campus kick off with West Philadelphia Porchfest, arts performances at The Woodlands, and Penn Museum’s latest CultureFEST.
Stonewall anniversary exhibit reflects 50 years of struggle, celebration
Stonewall anniversary exhibit reflects 50 years of struggle, celebration
“Tonight is Forever,” a new exhibit at the William Way LGBT Community Center created by Stuart Weitzman School of Design Senior Lecturer Gabriel Martinez, is on display through June 28.
The untold stories of the National Security Council
The untold stories of the National Security Council
John Gans, director of communications and research at Perry World House, discusses his new book that captures the stories and inner workings of National Security Council staff.