After 12 years as Penn trustees chair, David L. Cohen reflects on his time at the helm Q&A After 12 years as Penn trustees chair, David L. Cohen reflects on his time at the helm The Comcast executive and Penn Law graduate shares why he has been so committed to the University and its growth throughout the years, what made his working relationship with President Amy Gutmann so strong, and much, much more.
Dolores Albarracín appointed Penn Integrates Knowledge University Professor Penn Integrates Knowledge Professor Dolores Albarracín is the Alexandra Heyman Nash University Professor, director of the Social Action Lab at the Annenberg School for Communication, and the director of the Science of Science Communication Division at the Annenberg Public Policy Center.(Image: Courtesy of the School of Arts & Sciences) Dolores Albarracín appointed Penn Integrates Knowledge University Professor Albarracín will be the Alexandra Heyman Nash University Professor, with joint appointments in the Annenberg School for Communication and the Department of Family and Community Health in the School of Nursing.
Inaugural SNF Paideia fellows reflect on an inspiring first year SNF Paideia Fellows Angelina Oh (left) and Amy Krimm (center) chat with Lia Howard, student advising and wellness director, at an informal welcome event held in Penn Commons this spring. (Image: Courtesy of the SNF Paideia Program) Inaugural SNF Paideia fellows reflect on an inspiring first year The fellowship program for undergraduates connects their general education and major requirements to public engagement and community building through dialogue across differences.
Alanna Shanahan appointed director of Athletics and Recreation Alanna Shanahan will begin her appointment as the T. Gibbs Kane, Jr. W’69 Director of Athletics and Recreation starting July 19, 2021. Alanna Shanahan appointed director of Athletics and Recreation The Class of 1996 alumna will begin her appointment as the T. Gibbs Kane, Jr. W’69 Director of Athletics and Recreation starting July 19, 2021.
Vijay Kumar reappointed dean of Penn’s School of Engineering and Applied Science Vijay Kumar is the Nemirovsky Family Dean of the School of Engineering and Applied Science.nocred Vijay Kumar reappointed dean of Penn’s School of Engineering and Applied Science Kumar, the Nemirovsky Family Dean of the School of Engineering and Applied Science, will serve as dean through June 30, 2027.
To the voting booth for Primary Day in the commonwealth To the voting booth for Primary Day in the commonwealth Just one day after presiding over the University’s 265th Commencement, Penn President Amy Gutmann, along with voters throughout the commonwealth, picked representatives from their parties to put on the ballot for the November general election.
Undergraduate fellows in new Office of Social Equity & Community make a positive impact Undergraduate fellows in new Office of Social Equity & Community make a positive impact The inaugural class of eight undergraduate fellows in Penn’s new Office of Social Equity & Community are already making progress, working with those who are homeless and food insecure and using their leadership and research to address inequities in Philadelphia neighborhoods.
Inaugural Presidential Ph.D. Fellows announced nocred Inaugural Presidential Ph.D. Fellows announced Drawing from the most accomplished and diverse Ph.D. trainees, the 2021 Presidential Ph.D. Fellows come from across the nine schools at Penn that offer Ph.D. programs.
Penn extends terms of Education and Law deans Pam Grossman, dean of the Graduate School of Education, and Ted Ruger, dean of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, have had their terms extended through 2023. Penn extends terms of Education and Law deans Pam Grossman, dean of the Graduate School of Education, and Ted Ruger, dean of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, will now serve until June 30, 2023,
‘Opening doors’ to a Penn education nocred ‘Opening doors’ to a Penn education A virtual celebration showcased the Undergraduate Named Scholarship Program and its importance, especially in strengthening the vibrant, diverse community that exists on the University’s campus.