26th annual MLK symposium goes online The candlelight vigil “was always powerful and will continue to be” as it offers a moment to reflect on the man and his legacy, says Toliver. Here, the Penn community gathers in 2007 to commemorate. 26th annual MLK symposium goes online Virtual events over three weeks offer opportunities to reflect, engage, and celebrate with family, colleagues, and friends.
Side Gigs for Good across Penn Side Gigs for Good across Penn For many, 2020 was a difficult year. Despite that, the community found ways to go above and beyond, in their own backyards and across the world.
Howard Stevenson on creating change through racial literacy (Pre-pandemic image) Penn GSE’s Howard Stevenson is a nationally sought expert on racial stress and racial trauma. (Image: Greg Benson Photography/Penn GSE) Howard Stevenson on creating change through racial literacy In the wake of the series of police killings of Black people that sparked historic protests and heightened national conversation about race, and amid persistent structures of systemic racism, how can people of color promote their own emotional well-being and healing? How can leaders and organizations create lasting change to advance anti-racism and social justice?
From PPE to lab safety, supporting the campus community is a full-time job From PPE to lab safety, supporting the campus community is a full-time job The Environmental Health and Radiation Safety office plays an important role in keeping Penn safe and healthy. Now, during the COVID-19 crisis, the office has stepped up to support the resumption of on-campus activities.
First COVID-19 vaccines arrive at Penn Medicine Eric Young (left), an Emergency Department nurse at Pennsylvania Hospital, after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine on Wednesday, Dec. 17. (Image: Dan Burke) First COVID-19 vaccines arrive at Penn Medicine By week’s end, the health system expects to receive about 9,275 doses of the Pfizer vaccine for its frontline teams.
Gun injuries in the U.S. each day number 329—for every death, two survive Gun injuries in the U.S. each day number 329—for every death, two survive Researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine examine trends in fatal and nonfatal firearm injuries to inform prevention strategies.
Project Quaker testing program key to a safe campus reopening Project Quaker testing program key to a safe campus reopening Developed in partnership with Penn Medicine, the program aims to conduct 40,000 COVID-19 tests each week and will support ongoing plans to bring students back to campus this spring.
Home health care improves COVID-19 outcomes Home health care improves COVID-19 outcomes Survivors of COVID-19 often have health ramifications from their illness and hospital stay, and until now, no data has been available on the outcomes of COVID-19 patients discharged home after hospitalization and their recovery needs.
How health systems can build a culture of anti-racism nocred 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.
The best books for young readers of 2020 The best books for young readers of 2020 The sixth annual list of books, chosen by Penn GSE’s Humanizing Stories team, highlights stories of love, joy, loss, strength, and resilience.