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2021-22 in review: A return to old traditions and new normals
2021-22 in review: A return to old traditions and new normals
Many in-person traditions returned to campus this year after a lengthy hiatus, including classes, but Penn’s output of research, innovation, and growth never slowed throughout the year.
A vigil in response to recent losses to gun violence
A vigil in response to recent losses to gun violence
In the shadow of the LOVE sculpture, campus ministers and artists offered prayers, readings, and songs, supporting the community and imploring action in the wake of the lives lost in the mass shootings in Buffalo, New York, in Laguna Woods, California, and in Uvalde, Texas.
A celebration of the ‘resilient creativity’ of the Class of 2022
A celebration of the ‘resilient creativity’ of the Class of 2022
Penn’s 266th Commencement showcased graduates who Interim President Wendell Pritchett said demonstrated an “advanced ability to roll with the challenges.”
Class of 2023 celebrates Hey Day
Class of 2023 celebrates Hey Day
Marking their official senior status, it’s the first time the students have gathered as a whole since Convocation in 2019.
Ben Franklin: A voice from the past that speaks to our time
Ben Franklin: A voice from the past that speaks to our time
At the 2022 Silfen Forum, Penn Interim President Wendell Pritchett chatted with filmmaker Ken Burns about his new two-part documentary on Benjamin Franklin.
With open arms, a hearty welcome to Penn’s incoming president
With open arms, a hearty welcome to Penn’s incoming president
M. Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Magill was confirmed as the University’s ninth president at a March 4 Trustees meeting. A cheerful procession down Locust Walk followed.
Solidarity walk for Ukraine
Solidarity walk for Ukraine
More than 100 members of the University community joined a student-led walk in support of Ukraine, rallying awareness and calling for action.
A self-help guide to treating IBD
A self-help guide to treating IBD
In her new book, clinical psychologist Melissa Hunt offers a cognitive behavioral therapy approach to helping people with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis improve their quality of life.
Celebrating five years of innovation, entrepreneurship, and creativity
Celebrating five years of innovation, entrepreneurship, and creativity
Penn Today marks the anniversary of Pennovation Works, the University’s business incubator and laboratory space, with a look at the evolution of the site, its research and commercialization achievements, and a glimpse into the future.
Hey Day 2021: ‘Senior year is ours to seize’
Hey Day 2021: ‘Senior year is ours to seize’
An in-person celebration well worth the wait, students wore their custom red T-shirts and plastic foam skimmer hats while waving their canes, as Penn President Amy Gutmann declared them officially seniors on College Green.