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The smoke must clear, expert says
A lung expert says there's no such thing as a bad smoking ban.

For Sheen, activism is reason for living
Martin Sheen admits he’s taken some heat for his liberal views and, especially, his vocal opposition to the policies of President George W. Bush.

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It's lunch time—grab your trays
All faculty and staff are encouraged to sample the options in Penn's residential and retail dining eateries.

Food (and drink) for the brain
The new Penn Science Cafe lecture series brings science out of the classroom and makes getting out of your depth a social event everyone can enjoy.


Columns

Ask Benny
I want to write a living will—who can help?

Out and About
Hoops history

Movable Feast
Pizza!

 

 
Culture clash

Carol Muller

Carol Muller sees vibrant musical cultures right here in Philadelphia. And her students are helping her preserve those cultures forever

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Features

A new housing alternative in West Philly
The “Left of Center” neighborhood around Penn already has housing stock other areas can only dream of—and a new option is on the way.

Staff Q&A: Lesley Psaris and Heather Carson
Two Human Resources experts write the book on hiring new recruits.

Developing trust, and finding answers
To find out why poor woman put motherhood before marriage, a Penn sociologist moved herself—and her family—to blighted Camden.


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Editor’s Pick: Playtime
The renowned Children’s Festival comes to town, featuring a variety of family-friendly performers.
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