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Robert and Jane Toll Foundation makes $50 million gift to Penn Law
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Robert and Jane Toll Foundation makes $50 million gift to Penn Law

The gift will expand the Toll Public Interest Scholars and Fellows Program, doubling the number of public interest graduates in the coming decade through a combination of full and partial tuition scholarships.

Rebecca Anderson

Novel canine scent detection program may help battle spotted lanternfly
A spotted lanternfly in mid-flight

Novel canine scent detection program may help battle spotted lanternfly

The launch of Penn Vet's training program comes at a critical time for spotted lanternfly management in Pennsylvania. Beyond causing severe damage to trees and the insect poses a significant threat to state agriculture.

From Penn Vet

‘Motivated to vote’
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I Voted Today! stickers convey the excitement and enthusiasm of Penn students.

‘Motivated to vote’

Co-directors Eva Gonzalez and Harrison Feinman of Penn Leads the Vote push for 100% student voter registration in the Year of Civic Engagement.

Kristina García

Can Galápagos businesses be eco-friendly and profitable at once?
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Can Galápagos businesses be eco-friendly and profitable at once?

In an effort to try for this, a group of Penn undergrads led by doctoral student Jesse Hamilton partnered with five small enterprises on the islands. Even amidst a global pandemic and local civil unrest, the pilot was a success.

Michele W. Berger

Finding faith and fellowship in recovery
Three people with hands clasped sit around a dining table

True Light founder Tracey Long forms close bonds of support with the women in the Kensington Recovery House. (Image: Penn Medicine)

Finding faith and fellowship in recovery

True Light Recovery helps women who have survived sexual exploitation, abuse, or addiction, by providing them with a safe place to pursue sobriety and a healthy, holistic lifestyle.

Penn Medicine

Criminal Defense Clinic students protect the rights of the accused
Liberty and Justice for All Sign above the entrance to a Public Defender Office.

Criminal Defense Clinic students protect the rights of the accused

Penn Law’s Criminal Defense Clinic, taught by experienced practicing attorneys at the Defender Association of Philadelphia gives students the opportunity to represent clients who have no legal resources.

From Penn Carey Law

Chaz Howard finds common ground in the face of division

Chaz Howard finds common ground in the face of division

The University chaplain, vice president for social equity and community, and head of the University’s recently announced Projects for Progress sees hope in the face of activism invigorated by nationwide racial justice protests.

The Pennsylvania Gazette