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Americus Reed of the Wharton School says that products have a natural connection to help people tell stories about who they are.

May 14, 2025

7/9

Garden Jams: West Philadelphia Orchestra

A performer from the West Philadelphia Orchestra sings into a mic
Known for stellar musicianship and dynamic live shows, West Philadelphia Orchestra is a brass band inspired by the Romani brass “orkestras” and “fanfares” of Eastern Europe. They will perform as part of Garden Jams, Penn Museum’s outdoor summer concert series.

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Penn Museum, 3260 South St.

7/8

Origami Workshop

Participants can enjoy a screen-free break featuring origami and other paper crafts. Free and open to the Penn community.

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Levy Dental Medicine Library 240 S. 40th St.

6/28

Wings & Wildflowers Opening Weekend

Side view of Step Fountain
Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in two lush new meadows planted for this exhibition. Giant pollinator-inspired art will offer a creative touch with artists presenting works that capture the essence and importance of pollinators in the local ecosystem.

All Day

Morris Arboretum & Gardens, 100 E. Northwestern Ave.

6/25

Global Beatles Day

Inside Morris Arboretum.
Participants in this self-directed scavenger hunt will try to find the heads of The Beatles band members in plants that are pollinated by beetles. Free with general admission.

All Day

Morris Arboretum & Gardens, 100 E. Northwestern Ave.

6/5

Book Talk with Penn Chaplain Chaz Howard

chaplain chaz howard at dubois house
Chaz Howard, Penn Chaplain and Vice President for Social Equity & Community, will discuss his new collection of spiritual reflections designed for people everywhere, including recent college graduates, who are looking to find their “way” and their “why.”

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

ARCH Building, 3601 Locust Walk

Matt Toal

    • 6/13

    Reducing Maternal Mortality in Remote Nepal

    Pregnant person laying in a bed with an IV drip in their arm.
    Mingmar Sherpa, a rural physician and former Head of the Department of Health, Nepal, will discuss his training program in Nepal, which teaches midwives and nurses how to spot high-risk pregnancies with ultrasound.

    12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

    Richards Medical Research Laboratories, 3700 Hamilton Walk

    6/4

    Ethics in Biomedical Research: Avoiding Problems

    Glen Gaulton, Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine, will explore the ethical dimensions of biomedical research and the real-world implications of research misconduct. Drawing from decades of experience and in-depth case studies, Gaulton will examine common ethical pitfalls, institutional responsibilities, and how researchers at all levels can foster a culture of integrity and accountability.

    2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

    Colket Translational Research Building; 3501 Civic Center Blvd.

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