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Filmmaker John Waters talks art, the meaning of ‘filthy,’ and humor as ‘terrorism’
John Waters Portrait

Filmmaker, author, comedian, and visual artist John Waters will deliver a 90-minute talk on April 24 as part of an announcement program commemorating the first grant recipients from the Sachs Program for Arts Innovation. 

Filmmaker John Waters talks art, the meaning of ‘filthy,’ and humor as ‘terrorism’

In a discussion with John Waters that previews his world tour performance-talk on campus on April 24th, the legendary comedic and camp filmmaker discusses his take on humor, culture, art and aging.
New MOAS program promotes international cooperation and diplomacy
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New MOAS program promotes international cooperation and diplomacy

Budding diplomats and scholars in the University of Pennsylvania’s Latin American and Latino Studies program engaged with Luis Almagro, secretary general of the Organization of American States, at the Wharton Latin America Conference. 

Jacquie Posey

A medieval confluence
Penn Professors Sarah Guérin, Mary Caldwell, Ada Maria Kuskowski

Three new assistant professors at Penn—Music’s Mary Channen Caldwell, History of Art’s Sarah Guérin, and History’s Ada Maria Kuskowski—all focus on medieval studies, specifically the 13th-century in France. Photo by Eric Sucar.

A medieval confluence

Three newly-hired Penn assistant professors, all transplants to Philadelphia, found each other soon after they arrived and discovered that, although they were in different areas of study, they all focused on the Middle Ages, specifically 13th-century France. 
Wolf Humanities story slam taps into thriving ASL storytelling culture
Windell Wink Smith

Windell “Wink” Smith, the emcee of a March 27 Wolf Humanities Center story slam combining ASL and English-speaking storytellers, is an ASL performer who tours the country. ASL storytelling has historically been a way to share the culture of the deaf community.

Wolf Humanities story slam taps into thriving ASL storytelling culture

The Wolf Humanities Center’s latest “Afterlives”-themed event recognizes a shared thread of humanity among us all: We all tell stories.
An artistic collaboration with Penn and local students in West Philly
West Philadelphia High School Sounds of the Soul

At West Philadelphia High School, students involved with the Netter Center After-School Programs perform "Sounds of the Soul." Photo: Tia Yang, ABCS Coordinator, Netter Center for Community Partnerships.

An artistic collaboration with Penn and local students in West Philly

Students from University-assisted community schools showcased art pieces, spoken-word poetry, choir performances, and a dance routine highlighting the work of iconic musicians.
Honoring Women of Color at Penn
Penn Women of Color Awards 2018

A diverse group of Penn students shared their stories at the Women of Color Awards luncheon. 

Honoring Women of Color at Penn

On March 16, the Women of Color at Penn 31st Annual Awards Luncheon drew more than 300 people to the Inn at Penn to honor women whose work has promoted education, cultural diversity, and positive change on campus and in the world. 

Jacquie Posey

Candy Alfaro Welcomes First-Generation, Low-Income Students
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Candy Alfaro Welcomes First-Generation, Low-Income Students

Growing up in the small town of Soledad, Calif., college seemed like a far-off idea for Candy Alfaro.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Now a junior, she credits her parents, Mexican-born farm workers, for her determination to be the first in her family to go to college.​​​​​​​