Brandon Baker

The role of UN ambassador, explained

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The role of UN ambassador, explained

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.

Wharton prof explains Facebook’s new currency

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Wharton prof explains Facebook’s new currency

Wharton Professor Kevin Werbach explains Libra: whether it’s actually a cryptocurrency, Facebook’s interest in it, and looming regulatory challenges.

Five events to watch for in July

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.

The state of Alzheimer’s research at Penn

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The state of Alzheimer’s research at Penn

The Penn Memory Center’s Sanjeev Vaishnavi discusses the progress and setbacks made in Alzheimer’s research in the past five years.

How shopping became a version of social impact

How shopping became a version of social impact

Wharton Professor of Marketing Patti Williams discusses how brands began to put their do-gooder ethos to the forefront of its value proposition.

Prescribing nature for well-being

Two students lounge on the grass in College Green on a spring day.

Prescribing nature for well-being

Awarded one of three Big Idea honors from the campus wellness challenge, Nature Rx emphasizes time in nature as a means to ease stress.

Why is it so difficult to sleep when it’s hot?

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Why is it so difficult to sleep when it’s hot?

Philip Gehrman of the Penn Sleep Center offers an explanation—and explores some other recent questions posed by sleep scholars.

Five events to watch for in June

A performer from Tangle Movement Arts during the 2018 Firefly Night at The Woodlands. (Photo by: Michael Ermilio)

Five events to watch for in June

The summer months around campus kick off with West Philadelphia Porchfest, arts performances at The Woodlands, and Penn Museum’s latest CultureFEST.

Stonewall anniversary exhibit reflects 50 years of struggle, celebration

Stonewall anniversary exhibit reflects 50 years of struggle, celebration

“Tonight is Forever,” a new exhibit at the William Way LGBT Community Center created by Stuart Weitzman School of Design Senior Lecturer Gabriel Martinez, is on display through June 28.

The untold stories of the National Security Council

John Gans, director of communications and research at Perry World House. (Photo courtesy: John Gans)

The untold stories of the National Security Council

John Gans, director of communications and research at Perry World House, discusses his new book that captures the stories and inner workings of National Security Council staff.