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Analyzing civics education at community colleges
A teacher in a classroom lecturing community college students.

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Analyzing civics education at community colleges

A new report from the Annenberg Public Policy Center examines how to enhance the current state of civics education in community colleges.

Who, What, Why: Devdyuti Paul
Devdyuti Paul rests against a pillar in front of Fisher Fine Arts Library

People need art, Paul says. “It’s life-changing. It’s a way for people to feel catharsis.”

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  • Who, What, Why

    • Who, What, Why: Devdyuti Paul

    In a summer internship at the Barnes Foundation, Devdyuti Paul makes the arts accessible.

    Kristina García

    A new path to dental care for cancer patients
    A gloved hand holding up a small tooth x-ray.

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    A new path to dental care for cancer patients

    A collaboration between Penn Medicine and Penn’s School of Dental Medicine, pioneered by oncology nurses Margaret “Peg” Rummel and Jen Jacobs, helps cancer patients get the dental care they need in order to be cleared to start radiation.

    From Penn Medicine News

    Questioning restrictions on physical activity for those at risk of preterm birth
    Ellie Mayers and Gladys Smith in front of a sign reading Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology Maternal Fetal Medicine Reproductive Genetics at Penn Medicine.

    Two students are conducting research with Beth Leong Pineles of Penn Medicine (not pictured) to study activity restriction for pregnant patients, supported by a Penn Undergraduate Research Mentorship grant. Ellie Mayers (left) is a third-year in the School of Nursing. Gladys Smith (right) is a second-year in the College of Arts and Sciences. 

    (Image: Courtesy of Ellie Mayers and Gladys Smith)

    Questioning restrictions on physical activity for those at risk of preterm birth

    Undergraduates Ellie Mayers and Gladys Smith worked as research assistants this summer gathering data from pregnant patients for a study by Penn Medicine physician Beth Leong Pineles, researching bed rest orders and physical activity restrictions for those at risk of preterm birth.
    Court no-shows: A systemic issue
    The courtyard at City Hall in Philadelphia.

    Image: iStock/Alexandre Tziripouloff

    Court no-shows: A systemic issue

    Penn Carey Law professor Sandy Mayson has found that failure-to-appear plays a central role in criminal case processing in Philadelphia.

    From Penn Carey Law

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    Mark Wolff reappointed dean of the Penn School of Dental Medicine
    Mark Wolff.

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    Mark Wolff reappointed dean of the Penn School of Dental Medicine

    Wolff’s reappointment follows a comprehensive review of the major accomplishments of his first term as dean, including new mission and vision statement for the School, new programs and interdisciplinary centers, and advancing an inclusive learning environment.
    Uncovering new antibiotics inside the human gut
    Microscopic rendering of bacterial in the small intestines.

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    Uncovering new antibiotics inside the human gut

    Researchers from Penn Engineering, led by César de la Fuente, have leveraged AI to discover dozens of potential new antibiotics in the human gut microbiome.

    Ian Scheffler

    At Convocation, a call to ‘come together’
    The class of 2028 on Franklin Field during Convocation for the Class of 2028.

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    At Convocation, a call to ‘come together’

    The ceremony marked the start of Penn’s 285th academic year, with about 2,500 new students gathered on Franklin Field.

    Kristina García

    New Student Orientation for the Class of 2028
    An image of Franklin Field with 2028 spelled out in red and blue.

    The Class of 2028 photo on Franklin Field. 

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    New Student Orientation for the Class of 2028

    The New Student Orientation for the Class of 2028 includes a roster of events ranging from a primer on Penn traditions to dinner and dancing at the Philadelphia Museum of Art to walking tours and introductions.

    Kristina García