University Administration

M. Elizabeth Magill nominated to become President of the University of Pennsylvania

Magill, who currently serves as Executive Vice President and Provost of the University of Virginia, will assume the Penn Presidency on July 1, 2022.

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Science & Technology

Refining data into knowledge, turning knowledge into action

Penn Engineering researchers are using data science to answer fundamental questions that challenge the globe—from genetics to materials design.

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Upcoming Events

Jan 14

A COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card, which reads, "Please keep this record card, which includes medical information about the vaccines you have received. Por favor, guarde esta tarjeta de registro, que incluye informacion medica sobre las vacunas que ha recibo. Last Name, First Name, MI, Date of birth, Patient number (medical record IIS record number). Vaccine, Product Name/Manufacturer, Lot Number, Date, Healthcare Professional or Clinic Site,” as well as 1st dose, 2nd dose, and other.

Wellness

Vaccine Booster Clinic

The University is offering a vaccine booster clinic, in partnership with local pharmacy SunRay. Those who wish to receive a COVID-19 booster can sign up via the COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic page. A booster shot is required for students, faculty, and staff by Jan. 31.

Ends January 19, 2022

Jan 18

Talks

Japanese Sovereignty

Kaoru Iokibe, professor at Graduate Schools for Law and Politics at the University of Tokyo, discusses the restoration of Japanese sovereignty after World War II and the relationships between the U.S.-Japan alliance.

Jan 19

Talks

Discriminating Data

Wendy Hui Kyong Chun, a professor and Canada 150 Research Chair at Simon Fraser University, has a background in systems design engineering as well as media studies and cultural history. Chun will discuss polarization in big data and how an alternative in algorithm and defaults is needed.

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Penn Compact 2022

The Penn Compact 2022 motivates community members to innovate, be radically inclusive, and positively impact their local, national, and global communities.

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