Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

The unbridled brilliance of Julian Abele

The 1902 graduate of the architecture program is finally starting to receive credit for his vast and iconic portfolio, which includes the central branch of the Free Library, Penn’s President’s House, Harvard’s flagship library, and more than 30 spaces and places on Duke’s campus.

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Fostering the next generation of Black philosophers at Penn

In the past decade, the department has become a hub for race theory and a welcoming environment for a diverse group of young academics, mentored by those who have paved the way before them.

Penn Medicine implements an anti-racism program across Health System

Speaking on the third day of Black History Month, Penn Medicine’s CEO, Medical School dean, and vice dean of Inclusion and Diversity announced the implementation of a new institution-wide program aimed at eliminating structural racism.

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New Projects for Progress prize designed to promote equity and inclusion

Applications are now open for a new University initiative, Projects for Progress, which will award prizes of as much as $100,000 to support proposals by teams of students, faculty, and staff designed to promote equity and inclusion and make a direct impact in Philadelphia.

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Mamta Motwani Accapadi ‘uplifts the student experience’

As vice provost for university life, Mamta Motwani Accapadi is dedicated to giving students the support they need to thrive.

Penn Athletics to celebrate 100 years of women’s sports

Starting this month, Penn Athletics will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the official start of women’s athletics at the University. This will include content on their website and social media accounts.

2021 AL DÍA Top Doctors: A celebration of diversity in medicine unlike any other

Iris Reyes of the Perelman School of Medicine is among 12 Latino doctors honored by AL DÍA for contributions to the profession and the community. Reyes founded the UPHS-CHOP Alliance of Minority Physicians which has expanded diversity in the Health System, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and Perelman School of Medicine. “I am proud to work alongside such talented and passionate medical students, trainees and faculty who seek to change the status quo,” said Reyes.

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How the dialogue on diversity is reshaping business

The final panel discussion in the Beyond Business series, “Race & The Selling of America,” brings together Wharton dean Erika James with professionals in film and sports to discuss how diversity is reshaping businesses and brands.

Tracing Montco’s decades-long shift from GOP stronghold to boon for Biden

Obed Arango of the School of Social Policy & Practice spoke about the diversification of Norristown, Pennsylvania. “I am one of the few Latinos, or perhaps the only Latino, who participates in a county commission,” he said, “When you have lack of representation, the agenda that is set will benefit the groups that are represented there. Many times, I’ve had to bring that perspective.”

An exterior view of the Perelman School of Medicine. The Smilow Research Center is at right.

How health systems can build a culture of anti-racism

A trio of Black academicians at Penn Medicine discuss how health systems can use their power, might, and resources to foster racial equality in health systems and communities.

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