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People's Choice: Where do you park?

Parking can be a nightmare. And judging from the answers we got when we asked about the best places to park short-term on campus, most of you agree. Many of you would rather brave a walk in the humid weather or the crowds of public transportation. But what about those times when you need to make a quick stop on campus and driving is the most convenient option?

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A simple test offers hope

A simple urine test to determine a patient’s chances for developing Alzheimer’s disease has been developed by researchers in the School of Medicine. “This is the first noninvasive test that can predict a clinical diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease,” said Domenico Praticò, assistant professor in the Department of Pharmacology.

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  Valdés' concert highlights a salute to Cuban culture. Photo ©2002 Scott Pasfield

Aramark resets the dining table

By the end of this month, the Subway should be serving the Penn campus. The sandwich-shop chain is one of three new retail eateries being added to Class of 1920 Commons at 3800 Locust Walk as part of a larger overhaul of Penn’s dining services. The changes are being implemented by Aramark, the Philadelphia-based company chosen as the University’s new food service provider. Even though the Aramark staff have been on campus only since July, there are already noticeable signs of change in the dining halls and retail operations.

Ethics in Archaeology for a New Generation Explored

PHILADELPHIA -- Ethical challenges facing archaeologists who preserve artifacts, sites and landscapes will be explored during a day-long symposium at the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology Saturday, Sept. 28. "The Ethics and the Practice of Archaeology" will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Rainey Auditorium of the University Museum, 3260 South St. in Philadelphia.

Exhibition Examines the Evolution of the Book and Writing Surfaces

WHO: Penn Humanities Forum WHAT: An exhibition and panel discussion on the history of books and writing surfaces WHERE: Rosenwald Gallery, 6th Floor, University of Pennsylvania Library, 3420 Walnut St. WHEN: Sept. 22, 2002, 2-4 p.m. PANEL: Peter Stallybrass of English, Shane Butler of Classical Studies and Millicent Marcus of Italian Studies discuss what it means to call something a book

Philadelphia Earth Charter Summits to Be Held at Penn

WHO: Philadelphia Earth Charter Summits WHAT: A free public assembly to redesign the Delaware Valley region based on the principle of sustainability. WHERE: Irvine Auditorium, University of Pennsylvania 34th and Spruce streets WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 28, 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. KEYNOTERS: Paul Hawken, author of "Ecology of Commerce" and"Natural Capitalism" Tom Graham, former Special Representative for ArmsControl, Non-Proliferation and DisarmamentJonathan Granoff, President, Global Security Institute

Rock ‘n’ Roll at Penn’s Library with Rare Videos of Music Legends

PHILADELPHIA – Little Richard, Elvis Presley and Chuck Berry sharing space with the works of Shakespeare and Chaucer in Penn's Library?