Jeanne Leong

Max Presser Heads Penn’s MERT Team, Protecting Campus and Community

Max Presser Heads Penn’s MERT Team, Protecting Campus and Community

When there’s a medical emergency on the University of Pennsylvania campus or in the surrounding West Philadelphia community, the emergency medical technicians who respond are often Penn students. And one of them may well be Max Presser.

PennDesign plan puts vacant Philly school buildings to use

PennDesign plan puts vacant Philly school buildings to use

At the end of the school year in June, Philadelphia will have nearly three dozen vacant school buildings. Some are small- or medium-sized structures, while others are gargantuan, like Germantown High School, which is four stories high and more than 350,000 square feet.

HR classes offer tips to manage stress, avoid injuries

HR classes offer tips to manage stress, avoid injuries

Happy and physically fit employees help create a positive work environment; therefore, the Division of Human Resources (HR) is promoting both physical and mental health among Penn faculty and staff.

Vice President Biden to Speak at Penn’s 257th Commencement

Vice President Biden to Speak at Penn’s 257th Commencement

Joseph R. Biden, Jr., vice president of the United States, will deliver the address at the University of Pennsylvania’s commencement on Monday, May 13, 2013.

Vice President Joe Biden, Seven Others to Receive Honorary Degrees at Penn's 257th Commencement May 13

Vice President Joe Biden, Seven Others to Receive Honorary Degrees at Penn's 257th Commencement May 13

May 9, 2013  WHAT:          University of Pennsylvania's 257th Commencement ceremony

For the Record: Commencement ceremonial objects

For the Record: Commencement ceremonial objects

In the pomp and pageantry at Commencement and other ceremonial occasions, Penn puts some items on display that represent the authority of the University and its leaders.

University Club seasons dining experience

University Club seasons dining experience

The University Club is expanding its offerings to give members a more inviting, interesting, and enjoyable dining experience. The dining facility on the second floor of the Inn at Penn is planning a series of initiatives and events that will begin in May.

For the Record: Penn Softball

For the Record: Penn Softball

Women’s sports at Penn unofficially began when women enrolled in the University in the late 1800s. These activities flourished in 1921 with the creation of the Women’s Athletic Association (WAA).

A Penn Nursing Student Finds Her Niche for Helping

A Penn Nursing Student Finds Her Niche for Helping

 Marissa DeCesaris hopes to make an impact on improving care for the mentally ill. 

Penn Vet Working Dog Center offers training classes

Penn Vet Working Dog Center offers training classes

One of the benefits of teaching a dog new tricks is impressing your friends and family. Fancy canine feats also help strengthen the bond between dog and dog owner, and provide exercise for the dog’s body and brain.