December 5, 2002

• Out of Africa
  As a college student, Tukufu Zuberi was involved in the heady early days of Afro-American studies. Now, he sees equally exciting times ahead as Penn's program enters its fourth decade.

• Word gamers achjeve syzygy
• Doctors take pulse of hard times
• Hope for new drug

• Research: The case of the nonexistent voters
• Faculty Feature: Still learning from Las Vegas
• Staff Q&A: Amy Zoll has written a new book on a female warrior who was just as tough as Russell Crowe.

• Ask Benny: Penn's Way donations get put to good use
• A new learning hub on campus makes three
• Pleased to meet you, Sir
• Get a grip on stress and your career with HR's help
• Tiny tot robocop
• Out and About: On and off Walnut Street
  

• Event Listings
• Editor's Pick: One world, one hope
• More holiday shopping tips
• People's Choice: Coming attractions

• News Briefs
• Bookquick from the University Press
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• Awards & Honors
• At Work with...Alice Parker and Baseemah El-Amin
• Campus Buzz

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More holiday shopping tips

Besides the finds described in “Out and About” on page 5, these two upcoming events offer you a chance to obtain truly unique holiday gifts and support worthy causes.

The Arts ‘n’ Crafts Fair on Friday, Dec. 6, features a diverse array of local artists offering handcrafted clothing, jewelry, artwork and more. Sponsored by the Women of Color Committee. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Bodek Lounge, Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce St.

The GSFA Clay Studio’s annual Semester-End Ceramic Sale, Thursday and Friday, Dec. 12 and 13, features more than 500 one-of-a-kind pieces created by ceramics faculty, staff and students. Handmade cups can be had for as little as five dollars. Twenty percent of the proceeds go to fund the Ceramics Scholarship, which permits a distinguished clay student to participate in nationally recognized workshops and residencies. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on College Green, Locust Walk between 34th and 36th streets.