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A Rhodes for Ferreira

David Ferreira C’04, from Hamilton, Bermuda, has been awarded a Rhodes Scholarship, which will fund two to three years of study at Oxford University in England. Ferreira, a Politics, Philosophy and Economics major in the College of Arts and Sciences, plans to pursue a Bachelor of Laws degree in his first two years at Oxford, followed by a Master of Jurisprudence in his final year.

President Amy Gutmann welcomes students to Penn Preview Days

Students admitted to the Class of 2014 and their family members attending Penn Previews Days were recently treated to a surprise visit from President Amy Gutmann and the Penn Quaker.

Travel tips for breastfeeding mothers

As the traveling season gets underway, experts Diane Spatz and Elizabeth Froh offer advice for breastfeeding and pumping on trains, planes, and automobiles.

Blending art and science with virtual reality

Research identifies changes in neural circuits underlying self-control, decision-making during adolescent brain development

A Penn study shows developing brain networks support cognition in youth, from decision-making and self-control to complex thought.

What’s the future of blood pressure monitoring?

Blood pressure monitoring is evolving for more convenience, comfort and accessibility, and may feature innovative methods, like customized “smart” sneakers, or by taking a two-minute video selfie.

Maya Weekend

International scholars, Maya enthusiasts, artists, linguists, archaeologists and others will come together for the 28th Annual Maya Weekend on April 9-11, at Penn’s Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, 3620 South St.

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