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Challenging and transforming everyday experiences on Penn’s campus
The Penn and Slavery Project will host a launch event Friday for its new augmented reality app, which unveils the University’s historical ties to slavery.
Whitney Soule named vice provost and dean of admissions at Penn
Whitney Soule named vice provost and dean of admissions at Penn
The announcement was made by Penn President Amy Gutmann and Provost Wendell Pritchett.
Christopher Woods appointed director of Penn Museum
Christopher Woods appointed director of Penn Museum
Woods, an award-winning scholar of Near East civilizations, will begin his position on April 1, carrying on the Museum’s missions of research, teaching, and public outreach.
Joe Biden’s longtime ties to Penn
Joe Biden’s longtime ties to Penn
As the nation prepares for its 46th president to take office Wednesday, Jan. 20, Penn Today reflects on the lasting impact he’s had at the University.
Jameson’s term extended as head of Penn Health System and Perelman School of Medicine
Jameson’s term extended as head of Penn Health System and Perelman School of Medicine
Penn president Amy Gutmann announced that Jameson will serve as dean of the Perelman School of Medicine through June 30, 2025.
Engaging Minds showcases Penn’s very best bringing theory to practice
Engaging Minds showcases Penn’s very best bringing theory to practice
Alumni tuned in from across the world to hear Daniel Gillion discuss the power of protests, Amy Castro Baker give a crash course on the impact of guaranteed income, and Ezekiel Emanuel detail the intricacies of distributing a COVID-19 vaccine.
Lynn Meskell appointed Penn Integrates Knowledge University Professor
Lynn Meskell appointed Penn Integrates Knowledge University Professor
The world-renowned archaeologist has joint appointments in the Department of Anthropology, the Graduate Program in Historic Preservation and the Department of City and Regional Planning, and the Penn Museum as a curator in both the Asian and Near East sections.
Roberto Gonzales appointed Penn Integrates Knowledge University Professor
Roberto Gonzales appointed Penn Integrates Knowledge University Professor
The world-renowned scholar of the lives of immigrants in the United States, will be the Richard Perry University Professor, with joint appointments in the Department of Sociology of the School of Arts & Sciences and in the Graduate School of Education.
Down to the wire with Penn Leads the Vote
The student organization’s leaders reflect on a whirlwind of a semester and provide helpful tips for voters on Election Day.
Antonia M. Villarruel reappointed dean of the Penn School of Nursing
Antonia M. Villarruel reappointed dean of the Penn School of Nursing
The announcement was made today, and marks a continuation of Penn Nursing’s ranking as the top nursing school in the world since 2017. Villarruel’s strategic plan has brought progress throughout the entire Penn Nursing community.
In the News
EdSurge
An education chatbot company collapsed. Where did the student data go?
Rob Nelson of the Provost’s Office says that it’s too soon in the development of generative AI tools to scale up one idea to a whole school district or college campus.
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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
Dr. John L. Jackson Jr. appointed provost at the University of Pennsylvania
Dean John L. Jackson, Jr. of the Annenberg School for Communication has been appointed provost at Penn, with remarks from President Liz Magill.
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Philadelphia Inquirer
Penn names first female law school dean in 170-plus year history
Sophia Z. Lee has been named as the first female dean of Penn Carey Law. She will begin July 1 following the eight year tenure of Dean Ted Ruger. President Liz Magill and incoming Provost John L. Jackson Jr. offer remarks.
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Inside Higher Ed
New presidents or provosts
Announcement of the appointment of Dean John L. Jackson, Jr. of the Annenberg School for Communication as provost at Penn.
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TheGrio
John L. Jackson Jr. named the University of Pennsylvania’s next provost
Dean John L. Jackson, Jr., of the Annenberg School for Communication has been named as Penn’s next provost.
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Philadelphia Inquirer
Penn has selected Annenberg dean John L. Jackson Jr. as next provost
Dean John L. Jackson, Jr., of the Annenberg School for Communication has been named as Penn’s next provost, with a statement from President Liz Magill.
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