Almanac, Vol. 46, No. 30, April 25, 2000
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Facilities Year-End Report | COUNCIL:
Library Year-End Report | Commencement
2000 | TALK ABOUT TEACHING
ARCHIVE | BETWEEN ISSUES | MAY
at PENN | MAY EXTRAS! | CALENDAR
INDEX | DEADLINES
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Construction of the Traymore Hotel, 1914, is one of many photographs on display at the Arthur Ross Gallery depicting the architectural achievements of William L. Price. The exhibit is curated by Penn's own George E. Thomas who will present his newly issued book, William L. Price: Arts and Crafts to Modern Design (Princeton Architectural Press, 2000) at the opening reception on May 4. See Exhibits. |
1 Reading days begin; Through May 3.
4 Final Examinations; Through May 12.
20 Alumni Day.
21 Baccalaureate.
22 Commencement.
3 16th Annual Philadelphia International Children's Festival; multi-cultural programs featuring artists from around the world. See below. Through May 7 (Annenberg Center).
13 Children's Workshop: Pomo Indian Basket Weavers; ages 8 to 12; visit the exhibit; learn about the Pomo Indians and their environment; and decorate a basket in a craft workshop; 10 a.m.-noon; Museum; $5; registration required: (215) 898-4015 (Museum).
21 Make a Family Flower Box; elementary-ag ed children and their families make a wooden flower box and fill it with colorful annuals; 1-3 p.m.; Morris Arboretum; $17; $14.50/members; additional boxes $8/ea. Info.: (215) 247-5777 (Arboretum).
1 Hebraica Veritas: Christian Hebraists, Jews, and the Study of Judaism in Early Modern Europe; full conference schedule at www.cjs.upenn.edu; room 17, Logan Hall; free. Info.: allenshe@sas.upenn.edu or (215) 238-1290. Also May 2 & 3 (Center for Advanced Judaic Studies Colloquium).
5 Advances in HIV/AIDS Prevention Research; 8:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; 5th fl., Annenberg School; registration: aidsres@mail.med.upenn.edu or www.med.upenn.edu/aids/ (Penn Center for AIDS Research).
11 Impact Craters in Earth History: Environmental Crisis-Past and Future?; Robert Giegengack, earth & environmental science; John S. Lewis, University of Arizona; Wylie Poag, U.S. Geological Survey; Peter Dodson, veterinary medicine; A. Bruce Mainwaring, Museum; Peggy Sanday, anthropology; Jeremy Sabloff, Museum; 4-6 p.m.; free. Reception to follow, $15; $12/museum members; University Museum. Reservations: (215) 898-4890 or www.upenn.edu/museum (Museum; Institute for Environmental Studies; Center for Ancient Studies).
18 The Challenge of Viral Reservoirs in HIV Infection; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; auditorium, BRB II/III; registration: aidsres@mail.med.upenn.edu or www.med.upenn.edu/aids/ (Penn Center for AIDS Research).
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Arthur Ross Gallery, Fisher Fine Arts Library: free, Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. & Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Burrison Gallery, Faculty Club, Inn at Penn: Mon.-Fri, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Esther Klein Gallery, 3600 Market: free, Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Institute of Contemporary Art: $3, $2/students over 12, artists, seniors; free/members, children under 12, with PENNCard, and on Sundays, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.; Wed.-Fri., noon-8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Morris Arboretum: $6, $5/seniors, $4/students, free with PENNCard, children under 6; Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
University Museum: $5, $2.50/ seniors and students w/ID, free/ members, with PENNCard, children under 6; Tues. -Sat., 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sun., 1-5 p.m.
Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
1 Works of Students from GSFA's Printmaking Studio; an ongoing tradition, established some years ago by Master Printmaker/Teacher Hitoshi Nakazoto, the exhibit marks the end-of-term by providing a duplicate print from the collection for each of the forty-some participating students. Opening reception: May 4, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Burrison Gallery, Faculty Club. Through May 26.
4 Dance: Still in Motion; Deborah Boardman, former dancer with the Pennsylvania Ballet; black and white photographs that create a different way of looking at dance. Opening reception: May 4, 5-7:30 p.m., with performances by the Rock School and Philadanco Dancers. Esther Klein Art Gallery. Through June 3.
5 On the Brink of the Twentieth Century: The Architecture of William L. Price: Arts and Crafts to Modern Design; Price, a Philadelphia-born architect (1861-1916) who trained in the office of Frank Furness and became a leading designer of reinforced concrete buildings, such as Atlantic City's Traymore and Blenheim Hotels; Arthur Ross Gallery. Through August 6.
13 Wall Power: Barry McGee & Stephen Powers, and Joseph Bartscherer; billboard-based art projects. McGee and Powers come from the graffiti art perspective, while Bartscherer is a conceptual artist/photographer. Art will be both on billboards around West Philadelphia and inside ICA. Preview reception: May 12, 6-8 p.m.; ICA. Through July 30. (ICA; Samuel S. Fleisher Art Memorial; City of Phila. Mural Arts Program).
17 Plants of Pennsylvania; paintings and drawings by Anna Anisko. Opening reception: 4 p.m. Widener Gallery, Morris Arboretum. See Special Events.
Founders' Collection; Kamin Gallery, Van Pelt-Dietrich Library. Through May.
Lask/Poetry Exhibition; part of the Library's 250th Anniversary celebration; Rosenwald Gallery, 6th fl., Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center. Through May.
Pomo Indian Basket Weavers: Their Baskets and the Art Market; text, video and large-scale photographs of 120 turn-of-the-century Native American baskets created by over 40 weavers; 2nd floor, Dietrich Gallery, University Museum. Through October 1.
44 Celebrity Eyes in a Museum Storeroom; artifacts chosen by celebrities from Museum storerooms. 3rd fl., University Museum. Through December 30.
Ancient Greek World; Canaan and Ancient Israel; Living in Balance: Universe of the Hopi, Zuni, Navajo and Apache; The Egyptian Mummy: Secrets and Science; Raven's Journey: World of Alaska's Native People; Buddhism: History and Diversity of a Great Tradition; University Museum.
Healing Plants: Medicine Across Time and Cultures; Works by Harry Gordon; Morris Arboretum.
14 Artists in Dialogue; Barry McGee, Stephen Powers, and Todd James discuss graffiti art with mural tour through Center City to follow; 1 p.m. Also, May 20 Mural Tour, 10:30 a.m., $10.
18 Curator's Perspective; Alex Baker, ICA's associate curator, leads a tour through the exhibitions Forest and Indelible Market; 6 p.m.; free w/admission.
Meet at the main entrance; 1:30 p.m. Free with Museum admission donation. Info: www.upenn.edu/museum.
6 Highlights of the Museum
7 Africa
13 Pomo Indian Baskets
20 Ancient Egypt
21 Raven's Journey
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1 PPSA Board; noon-1:30 p.m.; room 214, Harnwell House; Also May 15.
9 A-3 Assembly Election Day; time and location TBA. Info.: (215) 898-7530.
11 Faculty Club Annual Meeting; election of new Board members; 4 p.m.; Faculty Club, Inn at Penn.
23 PPSA Annual Elections; noon-1:30 p.m.; location TBA. Info.: ppsa@pobox.
6 Ian Boddy; UK electronic musician, independent composer and performer; seventies-style sequencer structures, melodic neo-classicism and the post-rave modern ambient style; 8 p.m.; The Cathedral, 38th and Ludlow; admission $20 at door (The Gathering).
19 Abdelli; sounds of North Africa mixed with the modern South American and Ukrainian styles; 8 p.m.; International House; $20; $18/students, seniors, children 12 and under, groups of 10 or more. Info: (215) 895-6537 (International House).
20 Penn Gospel Choir Alumni Reunion 2000 Concert; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Dunlop Auditorium, Stemmler Hall (Du Bois College House).
Tickets available at Annenberg Center Box Office, (215) 898-3900 or www.AnnenbergCenter.org.
11 Ravi Coltrane (dedicated to Louis Armstrong); 8 p.m.; Irvine Auditorium; $27; $10/students.
12 The David Grisman Quintet & The Jazz Mandolin Project; 8 p.m.; Irvine Auditorium; $25; $15/students.
13 The David Sanchez Sextet, Jeff "Tain" Watts Experience & Joey Calderazzo Trio; 8 p.m.; Irvine Auditorium; $25; $8/students.
14 Charlie Hunter Band, Groove Collective, The Flying Neutrinos & Sex Mob; 1 p.m.; Annenberg Plaza; free.
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11 Pilobolus; modern dance troupe with invigorating body theatrics, eye-grabbing illusions, and daring gymnastics; 7:30 p.m.; Zellerbach Theatre, Annenberg Center; tickets: $30, $27/matinee; call (215) 898-3900 or visit www.AnnenbergCenter.org. Also May 12 at 8 p.m. and May 13 at 2&8 p.m. (Dance Celebration/Next Move).
2 Story Hour; 11 a.m.-noon; Penn & Me area. Also May 9, 16, 23 & 30.
- Cooking the Whole Foods Way; Christina Pirello, author; 5-7 p.m.; 2nd fl.
3 Gilded Dinosaur; author Mark Jaffe discusses his book The Gilded Dinosaur: The Fossil War Between E.D. Cope & O.C. Marsh and The Rise of American Science; 7-8:30 p.m.; 2nd fl.
5 Open Moral Community; Seymour Mandelbaum, author; noon-1 p.m.; 2nd fl.
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2 David Brownlee/George Thomas Campus Tour; talk by co-authors George Thomas and David Brownlee, followed by a reception and book signing of Building America's First University: An Historical and Architectural Guide to the University of Pennsylvania; 6 p.m.; Dietrich Room, 1st floor, Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center; $10; Photo ID required; RSVP: (215) 898-7811 (Penn Library; Philadelphia Penn Club).
5 Cinco de Mayo Celebration; classical music of Mexico performed by The Mexico-Philadelphia Ensemble; cocktail reception with Mexican food & beers, and margaritas to follow; 6 p.m.; Rainey Auditorium (reception: Lower Egyptian Gallery), Museum; $30; $15/student I.D. (Museum; Mexican Cultural Center).
10 Cinco De Mayo Dinner Buffet; 5-8 p.m.; Faculty Club; $18.95/guest. Reservations: (215) 898-4618 (Faculty Club).
18 Go West! 3rd Thursday "The Future of University City" Exhibition; presentation of new buildings, attractions, campus plans, and neighborhood initiatives ; refreshments and live music; 5-8 p.m.; Amtrak's 30th Street Station; free; info: 888- GOWEST-7 or www.gowest.org (University City District).
Admission: $6/adults; $5/seniors; $4/students; free/under 6; unless otherwise noted. Info.: (215) 247-5777, ext. 167.
12 Morris Arboretum and Gardens Spring Plant Sale; perennials, annuals, trees and shrubs, flowering baskets on sale for Mother's Day; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Through May 14.
17 Plants of PA Lecture and Gallery Opening; buy an autographed copy of the illustrated manual at a book-signing and lecture by authors Ann Rhoads and Tim Block; also, meet botanic illustrator Anna Anisko; 4 p.m.; Widener Gallery. Reservations required. See Exhibits.
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Info.: (215) 898-6151 or www.pennathletics.com.
14 M. Heavyweight Rowing vs. Northeastern.
Visit www.upenn.edu/recreation or call (215) 898-6100 for info.
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Jazzercize; 5:30-6:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday; Newman Center; first class free; $4.50/class, $3.50/students; Carolyn Hamilton, (215) 662-3293 (days) or (610) 446-1983 (evenings).
1 Penn & Pencil Club; a creative writing workshop for staff; 5:15 p.m.; Kelly Writers House; RSVP: jbaldino@pobox.upenn.edu (Writers House).
3 Beat the Student Blues!; learn de-stressing techniques; noon-2 p.m.; outside Penn Bookstore. Also May 4 (Bookstore; Counseling & Psychological Svcs.).
8 Toast Masters Open Meeting; public speaking group; 6-8 p.m.; 2nd fl., Penn Bookstore. Also May 22 (Bookstore).
15 Career Conversations: "How They Got Here from There;" John Fry, executive vice president; 12:15-1:30 p.m.; location TBA (PPSA).
18 Create a Healthy Work Space; learn simple but effective stretches to avoid neck, back and wrist pain; Elizabeth Sweetland, Penn Therapy & Fitness; 4-5 p.m.; 3624 Market Street. Registration: 1-800-789-PENN (Penn Therapy & Fitness).
31 Cottage Gardening; students get rare glimpses of gardens not normally open to the public and learn how to design their own cottage garden; lecture: 7-9 p.m., garden tour: June 3, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Morris Arboretum; $47.50; $40/members. Info.: (215) 247-5777 (Arboretum).
Gimbel Gym
1 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Through May 5. Also May 8-12.
6 noon-6 p.m. Through May 7.
Hutchinson Gym
1 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Through May 5. Also May 8-12.
6 noon-6 p.m. Through May 7.
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2 Components and Regulation of the Cell Death Machinery; Gabriel Nunez, University of Michigan Medical School; noon; Austrian Auditorium, CRB (Biochemistry & Biophysics).
3 Activation of Chimeric N-terminal Signals and Dual Targeting of Inducible Cytochrome P450 Apoproteins to Mitochondria and ER; Narayan Avadhani, animal biology; noon; room 251, BRB II/III (Center for Research on Reproduction & Women's Health).
4 Informed Consent in Clinical Practice: Opioids for Nonmalignant Low Back Pain --Part II Data Analysis; Debra L. Braverman, rehabilitation medicine, HUP; noon-1:30 p.m.; suite 320, University Center for Bioethics (University Center for Bioethics).
5 Animal Welfare: Policies, Regulations, and Good Practices; John Miller, AAALAC International; Elizabeth Goldentyre, USDA-APHIS-REAC and Animal Care; Nelson L. Garnett, Division of Animal Welfare; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Medical Alumni Hall, HUP (University Laboratory Animal Resources).
6 Reviews That Should Have Been Written: Poetry, the Press, and Literary History; panel of poets and critics discuss the state of poetry reviews; 1-5 p.m.; Rosenwald Gallery, Van Pelt-Dietrich Library. RSVP (800) 390-1829 or friends@pobox.upenn.edu (Van Pelt-Dietrich Library).
7 Arboretum Plant Sale Preview Lecture; find out which plants will thrive in your garden; Tony Aiello, director of horticulture; 2-4 p.m.; Widener Upper Gallery, Morris Arboretum; $6/adults, $5/seniors, $4/students, free/under 6. Reservations: (215) 247-5777, ext. 167 (Arboretum). See Special Events May 12 & 17.
9 Taking Pleasure From Taste: Neuronal Bases of Liking and Wanting; Kent Berridge, University of Michigan;11:30 a.m.; Seminar room, Monell Chemical Senses Center (Monell Chemical Senses Center).
10 2000 Annual Research Retreat and 21st James M. Cuozzo Memorial Lecture--Novel Ovary-Specific Genes: An Example of Functional Genomics; Eli Y. Adashi, University of Utah; 8:15 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Gregg Conference Center of the American College. Registration: Judy Wood at (215) 898-0147 or juwood@mail.med.upenn.edu. (Center for Research on Reproduction & Women's Health).
11 "I Said BALtimore... BALTIMORE ... BAL-TI-MORE": Prosodic Variation in Spoken Dialogue Systems; Julie Hirsch-berg, AT&T Labs-Research; 3 p.m.; Heilmeier Hall, Towne Building (Computer & Information Science; Institute for Research in Cognitive Science).
15 Poster Session on Aging; researchers, practitioners and educators in aging; 4-6 p.m.; Ralston House, 3615 Chestnut Street; info: (215) 898-3188 or ehoren@mail.med.upenn.edu (Institute on Aging).
16 Lipid Bilayer Mechanics and Membrane Protein Function; Olaf S. Anderson, Cornell University; 2nd floor conference room, Vagelos Research Laboratories (IME).
17 Title TBA; K. John McLaughlin, animal biology; noon; room 251, BRB II/III (Center for Research on Reproduction & Women's Health).
18 Polyelectrolyte Effects in Actin Filaments and Other Bipolymers; Paul Janmey, physiology & IME; 4 p.m.; Physiology Conference Room, 4th floor, Richards Building (Physiology).
23 The Peripheral Taste Mechanism: Molecular Studies of Proline-Rich Proteins and Taste Cell-Specific cDNAs from Laser Capture Microdissected Material; Edwin A. Azen, University of Wisconsin; 11:30 a.m.; Seminar Room, Monell Chemical Senses Center (Monell Chemical Senses Center).
24 A GTP-Dependent "Push" in Protein Import into the Mitochondrial Matrix; Debkumar Pain, physiology; noon; rm. 251, BRB II/III (Center for Research on Reproduction & Women's Health).
31 The Regulation of Endometrial Hemostasis; Charles J. Lockwood, NYU School of Medicine; noon; room 251, BRB II/III (Center for Research on Reproduction & Women's Health).
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University City District's Go West! 3rd Thursdays: "Future of University City"May 185-8 p.m.Amtrak's 30th Street Station
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Registrations, either online or by postal mail (see the reply card included in Alumni Weekend Guide from the March/April issue of the Gazette) must be received by May 12, 2000.
You will be sent a confirmation letter along with any tickets needed for entry. No refunds will be issued after May 15, 2000. If you have any questions or need assistance please call the Office of Alumni Relations at (215) 898-7811 or e-mail alumni@ben.dev.upenn.edu.
ACTIVITIESFriday, May 19
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CLASSES WITHOUT QUIZZESClasses Without Quizzes, formerly known as Alumni/Faculty Exchanges, are always a highlight of Alumni Weekend. This year, all are are welcome to participate in eight unique programs. For further information, please see the Alumni
Weekend website: www.alumni.upenn.edu/AlumniWeekend/. Friday, May 191-3 p.m.Inspired Profs: A Reading by Penn's Creative Writing Faculty; hear from talented writers; conversation and refreshments to follow; Kelly Writers House. 3-4:30 p.m.Managed Care--The Next Generation: Upheaval in Philadelphia; a multi-disciplinary panel from the Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics examines recent economic and organizational upheaval in Philadelphia's health care delivery system; other topics: roles/responsibilities of physicians, nurses, and managers; impact on patients and employers; and implications for other regions and health professions; room 350, Steinberg Hall-Dietrich Hall. 3-5 p.m.Knowledge: For What?; open discussion on the purpose of learning with Nobel Prize winners: Lawrence R. Klein, Benjamin Franklin Professor of Economics Emeritus (Nobel Prize, 1980 in Economics); Baruch S. Blumberg, medicine & anthropology (Nobel Prize, 1976 in Medicine); a representative of Doctors without Borders (Nobel Prize, 1999 in Peace); topics: moral/ethical questions posed by genetic technology; globalism and the demands of modern leadership; reception to follow; room B-1, Meyerson Hall. Saturday, May 209-10 a.m.The Future of Urban Education: University-Community Partnerships in West Philadelphia; learn about Penn's partnerships with local schools and the new PreK-8 neighborhood school in West Philadelphia; room D9-10, GSE. How Healthy Were (some of) Our Ancestors?; Morrie E. Kricun, radiology, HUP; Alan E. Mann, physical anthropology, Museum; Janet Monge, physical anthropology, Museum; meet researchers and learn about our Neanderthal ancestors; get an up-close look at Neanderthal fossil bone casts. University Museum. Info.: (215) 898-4890. 9-11 a.m.Perspectives on the Market: Are Stocks Still a Buy? Jeremy J. Siegel, Russell E. Palmer Professor of Finance; rated by Business Week as the #1 business school professor in the nation, this author of Stocks for the Long Run will share his perspectives on the future of the stock market; Zellerbach Theater, Annenberg Center. 9:30-11 a.m.Politicians, Pollsters, and Policy: Penn Experts Preview the Presidential Campaign; John J. DiIulio, Jr. C'80, Fox Leadership Professor of Politics, Religion, and Civil Society; Ken Smukler, C'82, Voterlink Datasystems; room 17, Logan Hall. 10-10:45 a.m.From Idea to IPO: The Engineer as Entrepreneur in the 21st Century; panel discussion on technology and entrepreneurship; moderator: Tom Cassel, ME'68, GME'73, engineering entrepreneurship; room 100, Heilmeier Hall, Towne Building. |
COLLEGE HOUSE EVENTSSaturday, May 20: Check details at the College House site www.upenn.edu/resliv/chas/alumni.html. 9-11 a.m.Community House Alumni Brunch; Finkelstein Lounge, 3700 Spruce St. Du Bois College House Alumni Reception Goldberg College House Alumni Brunch Hamilton College House Alumni Bagel Brunch; alumni of High Rise North; Mezzanine Lobby, 3901 Locust Walk. Harnwell College House Alumni Breakfast; alumni of High Rise East; Penthouse Lounge, 3820 Locust Walk. Harrison College House Alumni Reception; cappuccinos, lattes, and more for alumni of High Rise South; Cafe Prima (main lobby), 3910 Irving St. Spruce College House Alumni Reception; Courtyard at Provosts Tower, 3700 Spruce St. Rain location: Class of 1938 Lounge. Stouffer College House Alumni Reception; D Lounge, 3702 Spruce St. Ware College House Alumni Brunch; Junior Balcony, 3700 Spruce St. 10-11 a.m.Gregory College House Alumni Reception; alumni of Van Pelt and Modern Languages College Houses; Green House Lounge, Class of 1925 Building, 3941 Irving St. Hill College House Alumni Reception; central atrium, 3333 Walnut St. 3-4 p.m.Kings Court/English College House Alumni Open House; celebrating the 10th anniversary of Science & Technology Wing; Class of 1938 Lounge, 3465 Sansom St. Info.: Krimo Bokreta, (215) 898-2530 or bokreta@pobox.upenn.edu. |
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The Library's Gala: 250th Anniversary CelebrationInfo.: 800-390-1829, friends@pobox.upenn.edu. Thursday, May 18Fiction, History & Responsibility; Susan Sontag, author of In America; 5-6 p.m.; Irvine Audit. Gala Anniversary Dinner; invitation only; 7-9 p.m.; Call to receive an invitation. Friday, May 19Knowledge: For What?; a panel discussion with Nobel Prize Winners; 3-5 p.m.; See Classes Without Quizzes (at left). Saturday, May 2022nd Annual Alumni Run/Walk; 9 a.m.; See Alumni Weekend Activites (here). Open House; 9 a.m.-noon; Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center. Songs & Sounds of the Freed- man Jewish Music Archive; host: Robert Freedman, L'54 collector and curator; 10 -11 a.m.; Class of 1955 Conference Rm., 2nd fl. Cruise the Internet; knowledgeable librarian-guides will be available to assist your explorations; 10 a.m.-noon; Goldstein Electronic Classroom, 1st floor. Reservations requested. Former Staff and Student Worker "Alumni" Reception; presentation by Paul Mosher, Director of Libraries, on the History of the Penn Library; 4-6:30 p.m.; Dietrich Reading Rm., 1st fl. Reservations required. |
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Unless otherwise noted all events are open to the general public as well as to members of the University. For building locations, call (215) 898-5000 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Listing of a phone number normally means tickets, reservations or registration required. This May calendar is a pull-out for posting. Almanac carries an Update with additions, changes and cancellations if received by Monday noon prior to the week of publication. Members of the University may send notices for the Update or Summer At Penn calendar. |
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