Teachers discuss pedagogy at the STARTALK workshop, hosted by the Center for East Asian Studies in July. (Photo: David Dettman)
How Penn is advancing language learning inside—and out of—the classroom
This summer, the Center for East Asian Studies and the Department of East Asian Language and Civilizations welcomed 15 teachers from around the country to learn the latest in critical language teaching.
Toni Morrison appears on stage with University of Pennsylvania President Amy Gutmann in 2012. Morrison was awarded the Trustees' Council of Women's Beacon Award.
Penn remembers and celebrates Toni Morrison
The Penn community recalls the life and legacy of renowned author and teacher Toni Morrison, H‘88.
Ezgi Yargici, Valerie V. Gay, and Candace Lark-Masucci, of EVER Ensemble. (Photo: Ryan Collerd)
Five events to watch for in August
BlackStar Film Festival, a special 12@12 at the Arthur Ross Gallery, and an alcohol-themed tour through Penn Museum stock up late-summer events in August.
Artist Fields Harrington, a recent MFA graduate, created this installation piece inspired by Norbert Rilleux’s multi-effect evaporator. (Photo: Fields Harrington)
A ‘holding pattern’ for MFA grads culminates in New York exhibit
Working together, 11 recent graduates of the Master of Fine Arts program will display their work through a new exhibit in Brooklyn.
Christopher Yoo, professor of law, communication, and computer and information science, describes why the Chinese technology company has become a hot topic of conversation in national security circles.
Michael Horowitz, professor of political science and associate director of Perry World House. (Image: Courtesy of Michael Horowitz)
A conversation with Michael Horowitz
In the latest episode of Penn Today’s ‘Office Hours’ podcast series, a chat with Michael Horowitz, professor of political science and associate director of Perry World House.
Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein, distinguished global leader-in-residence at Perry World House, describes the workings of the U.S. ambassador to the U.N.—and whether it matters that it’s no longer of cabinet status.
Laura Storck’s “Night Moovz No. 2,” part of the Composition in Concert exhibit at Lightbox Film Center.
Five events to watch for in July
July is marked by energizing events on and around campus, including a battle of the bands at World Café Live and an ice cream social at Morris Arboretum.
Toni Morrison appears on stage with University of Pennsylvania President Amy Gutmann in 2012. Morrison was awarded the Trustees' Council of Women's Beacon Award.
