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Haitian relief, long-term

  It’s been a little more than a month since a 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti, and the needs of survivors show no signs of abating. Residents still require immediate aid such as food, water and shelter, as well as numerous big-picture items, including rehabilitative medical care, the rebuilding of infrastructure and financial stability. And while the initial outpouring of giving has been generous—aided by millions of $10 text message donations—the overall support, according to a recent Washington Post report, has not been enough.

Q&A with Eric J. Furda

Photo credit: Candace diCarlo

What in the World?

It’s simple in this online age to find information about ancient objects. But back in the 1950s and 60s, archaeologists and anthropologists had to rely solely on their wits—at least, they did during the weekly half-hour television show, “What in the World?”

What in the World?

It’s simple in this online age to find information about ancient objects. But back in the 1950s and 60s, archaeologists and anthropologists had to rely solely on their wits—at least, they did during the weekly half-hour television show, “What in the World?”

What is the Phased Staff Retirement Plan

Dear Benny: Today’s struggling economy is forcing me to rethink my plans for retirement. I’d feel more comfortable having a steady income for at least another year, but I’ve been looking forward to retiring from Penn and enjoying more free time for myself and my family. I understand the University is now offering a Phased Staff Retirement Program. Can you tell me more about the new program and how I might benefit from it?—Retirement Realities

Pakistani Journalist, Author Ahmed Rashid to Speak at University of Pennsylvania Feb. 23

Penn’s Center for the Advanced Study of India Receives $2 Million Grant From the Government of India

PHILADELPHIA – The University of Pennsylvania today announced a $2 million grant from the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs of the Government of India to support Penn’s Center for the Advanced Study of India, which will conduct research on international migration from India.This is the first time that MOIA has ever awarded an empirical research grant of this magnitude to an academic institution outside India.

ICA Receives AICA/USA Award for Best Show in a University Gallery

The International Art Critics Association (AICA/USA) has awarded the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) at the University of Pennsylvania the First Place award for Best Show in a University Gallery for Dirt on Delight: Impulses that Form Clay, organized by curators Ingrid Schaffner and Jenelle Porter, with art historian Glenn Adamson.

Penn Nursing Presents: A Tuskegee Airman’s Story

MAGPI, Penn’s Internet2 Connector, Brings Together Students From Around the Globe Helping Haiti

PHILADELPHIA –- High school students from around the world will give live presentations on their local service or tribute projects to benefit Haiti earthquake victims during an international Webcast called “The Crisis in Haiti: What Can YOU Do to Help?”