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Human Resources
2022 Models of Excellence awards salute notable Penn staff
Since 1999, Penn’s Models of Excellence Awards program has recognized the remarkable staff contributions to the University’s mission as a global leader in education, research, and public service.
Mark your calendars for Open Enrollment 2022-23
The annual opportunity for eligible staff and faculty to make changes to their health plan, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts starts April 18 through April 29.
Virtual workshops offer resilience training to Penn community
Penn’s Division of Human Resources, in collaboration with the Positive Psychology Center, is hosting virtual workshops as a part of a six-part series presenting core resilience during COVID.
Models of Excellence program accepting nominations
Models of Excellence program accepting nominations. In addition to the traditional award categories, a special award category—Supporting Penn Through COVID-19 and Return to Campus Work—has been added.
Reporting gender identity and sexual orientation in Workday
Penn faculty and staff members now have the option to self-identify their sexual orientation and gender identity in their personal profile.
Penn celebrates a decade of Be in the Know
The University launched its 10th year of the Be in the Know campaign which focuses on wellness for eligible staff and faculty.
Honoring outstanding staff with 2021 Models of Excellence awards
Each year, the program shines a light on the University’s stellar staff. This year, the University is proud to honor the professionals who exemplify the dedication, care, and innovation that helped the Penn community persevere during the pandemic.
Leadership in action for Mental Health Awareness Month
A video message from Provost Wendell Pritchett and Executive Vice President Craig Carnaroli supports the emotional well-being of faculty and staff.
How Penn is handling COVID vaccinations
Jack Heuer, vice president of the Division of Human Resources, details Penn’s process and planning.
New changes for Open Enrollment for 2021-22
Sue Sproat, executive director of benefits in the Division of Human Resources, outlines the changes to benefits for Penn employees.
In the News
What’s new, and what’s not, in the reported birth of the CRISPR babies
The Perelman School of Medicine’s Kiran Musunuru said that the birth of gene-edited babies does not constitute a scientific advancement because “there was nothing preventing previous researchers who edited human embryos from doing the same, except their own ethics and morals.”
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