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Perspective: Gas attack in Douma
Perspective: Gas attack in Douma
Ian Lustick, a professor in Penn’s Political Science Department and a leading authority on international terrorism, says this weekend’s atrocities in Douma can be attributed to a Syrian attack. We asked him to elaborate on a few details.
Singing the praises of progress for first-generation, low-income students
Singing the praises of progress for first-generation, low-income students
Kerry O’Neil knew that the University of Pennsylvania was the right place for her, despite its location 3,300 miles from her home in Glasgow, Scotland.
Dispelling ideas about what social work is, and is not
Dispelling ideas about what social work is, and is not
To coincide with the annual "Shout Out" on Locust Walk, students and staff at the School of Social Policy and Practice highlight facts and dispel misinformation about the social work profession.
Tapping into current affairs: ‘The World Today’
Tapping into current affairs: ‘The World Today’
The weekly conversation series at Perry World House allows time to examine global affairs amidst an overwhelming media landscape.
Two Penn undergraduates receive coveted Goldwater Scholarships
Two Penn undergraduates receive coveted Goldwater Scholarships
Two juniors at the University of Pennsylvania have been selected as Goldwater Scholars, awarded to undergraduates pursuing research careers in the natural sciences, math, or engineering.
Mental wellness week: Collaborating to advance well-being
Mental wellness week: Collaborating to advance well-being
Penn Wellness, a student-run organization, is hosting a series of events dedicated to increasing awareness of mental health issues and how anyone can help. It begins with a Campus Conversation and includes free yoga sessions, intervention training, discussions on mental health, Take Back the Night, and more.
Penn’s Bloomers take on Shakespeare
Penn’s Bloomers take on Shakespeare
At the University of Pennsylvania, the nation’s first all-female collegiate musical and sketch comedy troupe, Bloomers, has just wrapped up its spring 2018 show, “Shakespeare in Bloom,” at the Iron Gate Theater.
An artistic collaboration with Penn and local students in West Philly
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.
Walking through a century of conflict in the Middle East
Walking through a century of conflict in the Middle East
Students of Penn Global Seminars enjoy an alternative spring break by traveling to Jordan and Israel to learn about conflict, culture and global engagement.
President Gutmann hosts annual Friars luncheon
President Gutmann hosts annual Friars luncheon
Founded in 1899, the Friars Senior Society recognizes a diverse group of outstanding leaders, and embody the Friar Creed of service, friendship, and community.