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The greening of Hillary Aisenstein
Hillary Aisenstein (C'99) arrived at Penn from Las Vegas, full of vague notions about community service and involvement. Then, last year, she saw the light, and learned a lot about University City in the process. This summer, she decided to help turn her new neighborhood green, and has learned even more about University City and Philadelphia. Photo by Tommy Leonardi
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Doctor bias plays role in prescribing hormone replacement therapy
Doctors reluctant to prescribe hormone-replacement therapy for menopausal women may be victims of biased thinking. A recent study on the decision-making of gynecologists and obstetricians in prescribing hormones for menopausal women shows that even some well-informed physicians may choose not to recommend hormones when they probably should. The study by Jonathan Baron, Ph.D., Penn professor of psychology, is scheduled to appear in the October/November issue of the journal Medical Decision Making.
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CAMPUS BUZZ
They finally made book: After months of delicate negotiations, the Pennsylvania Book Center has finally signed a lease that will keep the store on campus. Look for it to move to the eastern part of Sansom Common -- you've known it up to now as "The Shops at Penn" -- later this fall. Other smooth moves: Over the summer, Roses Florist and University Jewelers took up residence in the same complex; look for Auntie Anne's Pretzels to join them soon. University Copy Service is now at St. Leonard's Court at 3819 Chestnut St.
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It's not painless
When my 16-year-old nephew killed himself in 1995, I learned first-hand about the devastation of suicide. The title and lyrics of the "M*A*S*H" theme song are wrong; suicide is definitely not painless. I saw pain everywhere -- in the eyes and on the faces of his classmates and friends he left behind. I saw the torture and pain that his parents and brother had to bear then (and ever since). And I felt it in my own eyes and face and in my heart.
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Our favorite summer flicks
Some preferred the intensity of "Saving Private Ryan." Some observed the fine summer tradition of just sitting back and enjoying the show. Some liked movies that connected to their own lives in some way. And then there were the poor unfortunates who never got out of the library. Yu-Ru Lin, Nursing Ph.D. "Mulan" and "The Parent Trap" "Mulan" is interesting, it's funny, and it's talking about my cultural background, which is great. I also liked Mushi the dragon -- that character's very funny. And "The Parent Trap" made you feel good about life.
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Public school plan launched
To improve the quality of public education in West Philadelphia, the University has joined forces with the School District of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers. At a news conference June 18, President Judith Rodin and Superintendent of Schools David W. Hornbeck announced a series of initiatives Penn will undertake in partnership with the School District and the PFT.
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From Tomazinis to Technopolis
At the dawn of the new millennium, a new city called Technopolis will begin to rise on the Thracian coast in northeastern Greece. The city began as an idea in the head of Professor of City and Regional Planning Anthony Tomazinis. And he will head the effort to turn that idea into physical form. Technopolis, which is intended to serve as both a research center and an engine of economic development, is being promoted by a private consortium of Greek institutions, with support from the Greek government and the European Union.
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Thomas Seamon Named Vice President for Public Safety
PHILADELPHIA -- Thomas M. Seamon, Managing Director of Public Safety at the University of Pennsylvania since September 1995, has been named Vice President for Public Safety by Executive Vice President John A. Fry. Mr. Fry said the vice presidency was approved by University President Judith Rodin and the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania at its Stated Meeting on June 19, 1998. The appointment will be effective on July 1.
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Parting glances from the Current
Photo by Candace diCarlo We're feeling all mushy about our last issue of the semester. Okay, not as mushy as some (see left) about summer's arrival, but we're sort of sad. Well, not sad, exactly, but we're in a bad mood. All right, we can't wait for summer, too!
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Service takes spotlight in this year's speeches
General Colin Powell can rest easy: Penn's graduation speakers this year did his work for him. Besides former President Jimmy Carter's Commencement call to service, at least four other graduation speakers urged students to consider public service as they make their way in the world.