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Campus-wide communications from University administration.
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University Announcement
The responsibilities of our Penn community
Dear members of the Penn community, College and universities across the country are experiencing disturbing acts of hate on their campuses—Penn is no different. I write to condemn all acts of hate that are perpetrated on our campus, to affirm our responsibilities as members of this community, and to make clear that we take seriously and will vigorously pursue any violation of our policies or the law.
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Responding to antisemitic threat to our campus
Penn President Liz Magill emphasizes increased campus security amidst investigation into threatening, antisemitic emails to Penn staff.
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Countering hate, together
I write today to announce Penn’s Action Plan to Combat Antisemitism, our dedicated commitment to counter this evil on our campus and beyond. I also want to update you on additional steps Penn is taking on the related challenges of other forms of hate.
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Message prioritizing the safety of our campus community
Message prioritizing the safety of our campus community
University Announcement
A Message to Penn Students
Dear Penn Community, With heavy hearts, we write to share that Michael Gavin ’26, an undergraduate in the College of Arts and Sciences, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Michael was a native of West Chester, Pennsylvania. He attended the Hun School of Princeton and the Haverford School, where he was a deeply respected member of both institutions’ academic communities and athletic programs.
University Announcement
Statement from Scott L. Bok
In the past few days, more than 50 current and emeritus Trustees gathered for two, virtual conversations. These were not formal board meetings, which require public notice and are held in a public forum with current voting Trustees, but rather opportunities for President Magill to update and seek guidance from Penn's leadership volunteers, past and present.
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A message from President Liz Magill on the terrorist attacks in Israel
Penn's response to recent events and support for our community.
University Announcement
War in the Middle East
A message from President Magill and Provost Jackson on supporting our community.
University Announcement
A message about Climate Week at Penn 2023
More than two dozen events are scheduled for the Penn community to participate in climate events throughout the week.
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A statement on the Supreme Court affirmative action decision
President Liz Magill and Provost John L. Jackson Jr. said, ‘In these first hours following the release of these rulings, we have two messages. First, we are studying the Court’s opinion to ensure that we admit students in compliance with the law. Second, we remain firm in our belief that our academic community is at its best when it is diverse across many dimensions.’