Campus & Community

A Day in the Life of Penn, Fall 2013

Just after 2 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 29, a student was powering through an all-nighter. At 11:53 p.m. that day, students in a dance ensemble were finishing up rehearsal in preparation for an upcoming performance.

Photographer Mary Ellen Mark Among 10 to Be Honored at Penn’s Alumni Gala

At a black-tie gala on Friday, Nov. 8, the University of Pennsylvania will honor distinguished alumni and alumni groups who, through their accomplishments or continued involvement, have brought honor and prestige to Penn.

Penn prof explores history of prostate cancer screening

Each year, millions of men are screened for prostate cancer using the prostate-specific antigen, or PSA, test. An abnormal result can lead some of these otherwise healthy men to pursue aggressive treatment, causing harm at questionable benefit.

HR program gives employees insight into health status

The old saying “knowledge is power” rings especially true when it comes to health.

Photo project highlights ‘A Day in the Life of Penn’

A typical day at Penn is lively, with many stories to tell about the interesting personalities that populate the University and the engaging activities on campus.

AAU Elects Penn President Amy Gutmann as Vice Chair

The Association of American Universities has elected University of Pennsylvania President Amy Gutmann as its vice chair for the 2013-2014 term, the AAU announced today during its semi-annual meeting in Washington, D.C.

Penn Professor Justin McDaniel Awarded Luce Grant

Justin McDaniel, associate professor and chair of the religious studies department at the University of Pennsylvania, has won a $410,000 grant from the Henry Luce Foundation to help fund the Digital Library of Northern Thai Manuscripts project.

How can I become a member of the University Club?

Dear Benny, I am a new employee at Penn and am curious about the University Club. Can I become a member? What sorts of meals and other specials come with membership?—Members Only

Student Spotlight with Brynn Claypoole

THE WORLD’S PREMIER HACKATHON: Brynn Claypoole, a junior in the School of Engineering and Applied Science, ran last month’s PennApps competition, the premier college hackathon, held once a semester, where people from all over the world travel to Penn to collabo

GSE on the crisis in Philly schools

When the Philadelphia School District opened its doors to students this fall, it did so with many vacant teachers’ desks and empty supply closets, even as classrooms were more crowded with students than ever.

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