Penn Hosts Daylong Arts Crawl Today
November 20, 2009
Penn's first “Arts Crawl” is a full day of events offered by more than two dozen arts and culture groups.

University of Pennsylvania Receives Top Ranking in Public Safety for Educational Facilities
November 20, 2009
For the third consecutive year, the University of Pennsylvania is ranked No. 1 for safety among colleges and universities in a survey by Security Magazine.

Inaugural Group of Penn Eco-Reps Seeks to Educate, Change Residents’ Eco-Behavior at Three College Houses
November 19, 2009

Penn and Milken Family Foundation Launch Global Business Plan Competition to Improve Education
November 18, 2009
The University of Pennsylvania has teamed up with the Milken Family Foundation to launch the Milken-Penn GSE Prize for Business Plans in Education, the first competition specifically aimed at stimulating entrepreneurship and addressing challenges in education, developing innovative solutions that boost student achievement and strengthening school effectiveness.

University of Pennsylvania and PennDot Team Up for Operation Safe Holiday
November 17, 2009

Penn’s Center for High Impact Philanthropy: Focus on Housing, Health and Hunger During Economic Crisis
November 16, 2009
The Center for High Impact Philanthropy at the University of Pennsylvania has released an investment guide identifying where donors can make the greatest difference helping those suffering in the current economic crisis.

Penn Freshman’s Entry in Nickelodeon Animation Festival Is a Finalist; Voting Continues through Nov. 29
November 16, 2009
Merrin’s entry is available for viewing online at www.nick.com/animation-festival/index.jhtml, where viewers can cast their ballots for the “Viewers’ Choice Award.”

James DePreist, Symphony Conductor and Penn Alumnus, Receives University’s Inaugural Creative Spirit Award
November 13, 2009
The Penn Creative Spirit Award recognizes members of the Penn community who have displayed extraordinary dedication to artistic endeavors, have created a lasting impact on their creative fields and are widely regarded as an exemplary figure in the arts.

Penn Engineering Students to Compete in MAGIC 2010 in Australia
November 13, 2009
Students in the University of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science have been chosen to compete in the Multi-Autonomous Ground Robotics International Challenge 2010 competition.

Penn GSE and 15 APEC Member Economies to Conduct International Study in Science, Math Teacher Preparation
November 12, 2009
The University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education-International is teaming with 15 other members of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation to conduct an international study on secondary-school teacher preparation, “Identifying Unique and Promising Practices in Math and Science Teacher Education in APEC Economies.”

» News Releases

Better Paydays Ahead
Wall Street Journal | November 19, 2009
Peter Cappelli of the Wharton School says salaries are trending toward recovery.

Entering Cadbury Fray Would Put Ferrero Outside Its Comfort Zone
Wall Street Journal | November 19, 2009
Raphael Amit of the Wharton School discusses Ferrero’s Cadbury takeover bid.

Gift Cards Are Useful; Give Me Cash
Wall Street Journal | November 19, 2009
Joel Waldfogel of the Wharton School, cited for his book, "Scroogenomics: Why You Shouldn't Buy Presents for the Holidays,” says gift cards are a “a value-preserving choice.”

Play It Again, Piano Man
Philadelphia Inquirer | November 18, 2009
David Grazian of the School of Arts and Sciences says piano bars are enjoying renewed popularity.

Westbrook at Center of Concussion Controversy
Philadelphia Inquirer | November 18, 2009
Douglas Smith of the School of Medicine comments on the health ramifications of Philadelphia Eagle Brian Westbrook’s recent concussion.

Half of U.S. Children Will Use Food Stamps, Study Finds
Philadelphia Inquirer | November 18, 2009
Chad Dion Lassiter of the School of Social Policy and Practice says malnourishment in children is a gateway to more serious issues.

Historically Black Colleges and Universities in a Time of Economic Crisis
Academe | November 18, 2009
Mary Frances Berry of the School of Arts and Sciences says historically black colleges have been hit especially hard during the recession.

Black Power Has Arrived -- With Some New Challenges
Associated Press | November 18, 2009
Mary Frances Berry of the School of Arts and Sciences discusses African-American advancement.

Democracy's War Problem
Baltimore Sun | November 18, 2009
Bruce Newsome of the School of Arts and Sciences authors an op-ed exploring democratic nations’ propensity for engaging in military stalemates.

Heart Pump Shows Promise
Wall Street Journal | November 18, 2009
Lee Goldberg of the School of Medicine discusses new mechanical-heart-pump technology.

» Penn in the News

Merging of Black Colleges in Mississippi?
November 17, 2009

40th Anniversary of “Sesame Street”
November 05, 2009

Philadelphia Transit Strike
November 04, 2009

Catholic Diocese of Wilmington Bankruptcy
October 20, 2009

Youth Violence: Chicago and Nationwide
October 09, 2009

Same-Sex Marriage in Washington, D.C.
October 08, 2009

Parenting
September 30, 2009

60th Anniversary of the People’s Republic of China
September 28, 2009

Medical Malpractice Suits and Medical Costs
September 01, 2009

Sen. Edward Kennedy’s Civil Rights Legacy
August 26, 2009

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