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Ron Ozio

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    Ron Ozio directs local, national, and international media-relations activities in the central University Communications Office. He is also the news-media contact for matters related to the administration and admissions and is the contact for permission to film on campus. 

    Articles from Ron Ozio
    Penn Board of Trustees votes to appoint J. Larry Jameson President and extend his term through June 2027
    J. Larry Jameson.

    “I am confident that our University’s future is bright as we prioritize our core values of excellence, freedom of inquiry and expression, and respect,” says Penn President J. Larry Jameson. “I am deeply committed to this extraordinary institution, and it is an honor to serve as Penn’s President.”

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    Penn Board of Trustees votes to appoint J. Larry Jameson President and extend his term through June 2027

    Jameson has served as Interim President since December 2023. Prior to that, he was Executive Vice President of the University of Pennsylvania for the Health System and Dean of the Raymond and Ruth Perelman School of Medicine.
    Matthew Grossman named head of University Communications at Penn
    Matt Grossman.

    Matthew Grossman will oversee the University’s internal and external communications operations effective April 7.

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    Matthew Grossman named head of University Communications at Penn

    The Chief Brand and Communications Officer at Techstars will succeed Stephen J. MacCarthy on April 7.
    Jeffrey Kallberg named interim dean of Penn Arts & Sciences
    Jeffrey-kallberg

    Jeffrey Kallberg is the the William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Music, and has been appointed deputy dean of Penn’s School of Arts & Sciences.

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    Jeffrey Kallberg named interim dean of Penn Arts & Sciences

    Jeffrey Kallberg has been named interim dean of the School of Arts & Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania, effective Jan. 1. Kallberg currently serves as deputy dean and the William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Music.The announcement was made today by Interim President J. Larry Jameson and Provost John L. Jackson Jr.
    Squire Booker appointed Penn Integrates Knowledge University Professor
    Squire Booker

    Squire Booker is a Penn Integrates Knowledge University Professor in Penn’s School of Arts & Sciences and Perelman School of Medicine.

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    Squire Booker appointed Penn Integrates Knowledge University Professor

    Through his work as an interdisciplinary chemist, Booker has has made advancements in human health and innovative new treatments of disease.
    Derek Griffith appointed Penn Integrates Knowledge University Professor
    Derek Griffith.

    Derek Griffith is the University’s newest Penn Integrates Knowledge Professor, with appointments in the School of Nursing and the Perelman School of Medicine.

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    Derek Griffith appointed Penn Integrates Knowledge University Professor

    Griffith is an innovator in the study of health equity, and will teach in the School of Nursing and the Perelman School of Medicine.
    Andrew M. Hoffman reappointed dean of Penn Vet
    Penn Vet dean Andrew Hoffman.

    Penn School of Veterinary Medicine Dean Andrew Hoffman.

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    Andrew M. Hoffman reappointed dean of Penn Vet

    Hoffman’s second term as the Gilbert S. Kahn Dean of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine will extend to June 30, 2030.
    Mark Wolff reappointed dean of the Penn School of Dental Medicine
    Mark Wolff.

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    Mark Wolff reappointed dean of the Penn School of Dental Medicine

    Wolff’s reappointment follows a comprehensive review of the major accomplishments of his first term as dean, including new mission and vision statement for the School, new programs and interdisciplinary centers, and advancing an inclusive learning environment.
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