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Jimmy O'Hara

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    Penn lends support to Rebuilding Together Philadelphia effort repairing 11 local homes in two days
    Volunteers smiling and carrying tools and supplies during the block build event.

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    Penn lends support to Rebuilding Together Philadelphia effort repairing 11 local homes in two days

    Marking a milestone block build, 70 Penn volunteers combined forces with Rebuilding Together Philadelphia, a nonprofit with roots at the University, to revitalize owner-occupied houses in the West Philadelphia community. The momentous two-day event involved a block build and speaking program—with a local homeowner sharing a heartfelt message.

    2 min. read

    Outstanding staff honored at Models of Excellence award ceremony
    Audience members clapping, cheering, and holding celebratory signs at the 2025 Models of Excellence award ceremony

    Audience members clapping, cheering, and holding celebratory signs at the 2025 Models of Excellence award ceremony.

    (Image: Allie Ippolito for Margo Reed Studio)

    Outstanding staff honored at Models of Excellence award ceremony

    Dozens of staff representing various divisions across the University were recognized during the 2025 Models of Excellence event for their exceptional, impactful efforts at Penn.

    3 min. read

    Evaluating large language models for cyberbullying behavior
    A portrait of Helen Jin at Amy Gutmann Hall.

    Helen Jin, a doctoral student at Penn Engineering, is project lead for the Brachio Lab’s AI cyberbullying capability case study.

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    Evaluating large language models for cyberbullying behavior

    In the Brachio Lab, doctoral students at Penn Engineering probe AI models for signs of cyberbullying capabilities. This emerging problem with the rise of AI may pose challenges in areas like business, education, and public health.

    5 min. read