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1.21

The Shot Felt 'Round the World

Perry World House exterior

Perry World House invites world-renowned experts on vaccines to discuss how mRNA vaccines work, how world leaders can promote public trust in the vaccines, and how they can be distributed equitably. Speaking is Paul Offit and Drew Weissman of the Perelman School of Medicine, plus Katalin Karikó, also of Perelman as an adjunct professor and senior vice president at BioNTech RNA Pharmaceuticals.

12:00p.m. - 1:00p.m.

Virtual

1.23

Many Voices, Many Visions

Arrest of demonstrator in busy street

The Arthur Ross Gallery presents this exhibition of historical and contemporary images that reflect on issues of humanity, the environment, governance, justice, resilience, and social change. Forty-three works will be presented. Visitors should register in advance of their visit; 10 visitors will be allowed inside at all times.

10:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Arthur Ross Gallery, 220 S. 34th St.

1.24

The Griot

ica event featuring griot

As part of the Mondays with Milford screening series, featuring rare footage from the Milford Graves archives, the ICA and Ars Nova Workshop present a series of recordings that portray his work as a teacher. Graves was, aside from being a musician, researcher, and visual artist, known for hosting backyard sessions where he shared his knowledge of healing arts.

6:00p.m.

Virtual

2.9

New and Expectant Parents

A premature baby wearing a hat is laying down in a medical setting with medical personnel wearing latex gloves touching the baby’s head

The Division of Human Resources hosts an information session for new and expectant parents or caregivers. This will detail resources, flexible work options, and leave policies.

12:00p.m. - 1:00p.m.

Virtual

Announcement

All on-campus events have been canceled or postponed. Unless otherwise noted, all events listed are virtual.

Kathleen Hall Jamieson

Franklin Founders Celebration

Kathleen Hall Jamieson, a professor of communication and director of the Annenberg Public Policy Center, is honored with the Franklin Founder Award in celebration of Benjamin Franklin's birthday. Speaking on the panel in discussion about restoring confidence in America's institutions: Kenneth Frazier, Paul Offit, Margaret Levi, and Jeffrey Rosen. This event is free but requires registration.

For more information, visit franklincelebration.org.

Friday, January 15, 2021

9:00a.m. - 11:15a.m.

Virtual

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