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9.21

Climate Week at Penn

Climate Week at Penn demonstrates how the issue of today intermingle with climate change. Throughout the week will be teach-ins, workshops, readings, lectures, and more. Speakers range from activists to academics, policymakers to students.

11:00a.m. - 8:30p.m.

Online

9.23

1.5-Minute Lectures

As part of Climate Week, this edition of the 1.5* Minute Lectures series discusses the maximum amount the temperature can rise to avoid catastrophe. The presentation includes a series of faculty members who will speak.

12:00p.m.

Online

9.26

ICA Reopening

The ICA reopens with health protocols in mind according to city guidelines, health experts, and colleagues of the Museum.

12:00a.m.

Institute of Contemporary Art, 118 S. 36th St.

10.1

Power of Penn Women

Penn Alumni hosts the Power of Penn Women conference, a celebration of Penn women from multiple generations and a chance to engage with learning and connection opportunities. Speakers include President Amy Gutmann and Penn Integrates Knowledge Professor Dorothy Roberts.

All Day

Online

Westminster and work: Some show dogs serve, search or soothe

Cynthia Otto of the School of Veterinary Medicine said that a working dog’s appearance is not nearly as important as its drive to seek scents. “They’re not what most would want as your average house pet,” she said.

February 10, 2020 ・ From The New York Times