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Who, What, Why: Serene Safvi on strengthening dialogue
A woman in a brown jacket and brown shirt stands in a stairwell smiling at the camera.

Serene Safvi, a philosophy, politics, and economics major, says the SNF Paideia Program’s fellowship has helped her understand the importance of dialogue and bridging differences.

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  • Who, What, Why

    • Who, What, Why: Serene Safvi on strengthening dialogue

    The third-year Paideia Program fellow shares her work educating others about issues and the importance of constructive conversations.
    Penn prepares to mark America’s 250th birthday
    A brick building with white windows is seen against a blue sky. An American flag flies to the left, and a clock sits in the cupola at the center.

    Penn is planning two years of events around the Semiquincentennial theme, which marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence at Philadelphia’s Independence Hall.

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    Penn prepares to mark America’s 250th birthday

    Next year, the nation will celebrate the Semiquincentennial marking the signing of the Declaration of Independence. In the lead up to celebrations, Penn faculty, staff, and students will have a role to play.
    North and South, attitudes to reunification are shifting
    The Irish Times (Dublin)

    North and South, attitudes to reunification are shifting

    Brendan O’Leary of the School of Arts & Sciences discusses recent trends in public opinion in Ireland and Northern Ireland regarding reunification, the demographic shifts influencing the movement, and the prospects for planning and compromise in the face of potential unity.

    Senior thesis explores Bayard Rustin’s civil rights vision
    A man stands in a stairwell leaning on the banister.

    Connor Nakamura’s senior thesis traces Bayard Rustin’s life from 1955 to 1965, including his focus on creating economic opportunity.

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    Senior thesis explores Bayard Rustin’s civil rights vision

    Fourth-year Connor Nakamura’s research delves into Rustin’s life, work, and legacy as a thinker and leader.
    This man won birthright citizenship for all
    The New York Times

    This man won birthright citizenship for all

    Rogers M. Smith of the School of Arts & Sciences says that it’s ambiguous whether birthright citizenship applies to the children of unauthorized aliens.

    Amy Gutmann receives Yale Legend in Leadership Award
    Amy Gutmann speaking at a podium.

    Amy Gutmann received the Legend in Leadership Award at the Yale Higher Education Leadership Summit at the Yale School of Management on Jan. 28.

    (Image: Harold Shapiro)

    Amy Gutmann receives Yale Legend in Leadership Award

    Gutmann accepted the award, presented by five current and former university presidents, at a ceremony on Jan. 28.

    Panel discusses the Catholic case for a second New Deal
    National Catholic Reporter

    Panel discusses the Catholic case for a second New Deal

    John Dilulio of the School of Arts & Sciences spoke about the value of private-public partnerships, the interconnectedness between good jobs and good family outcomes, and the role of Catholics as a key constituency of the New Deal.

    Jimmy Carter remembered
    In a black-and-white photo, Jimmy Carter stands close to the camera in front of a crowd. He is seen in profile and is smiling.

    Then-Presidential candidate Jimmy Carter prepares to give a speech to a crowd estimated at 35,000 in downtown Philadelphia in October 1976.

    (Image: AP Photo/File)

    Jimmy Carter remembered

    Penn faculty reflect on the legacy of the former president, who led America almost a half-century ago and whose post-presidency was defined by humanitarian work and service.

    Kristen de Groot