Things to know: E-scooters and safety With the rising popularity of e-scooters, the Division of Public Safety is spreading the message of safe use and operation of these devices that are prohibited from campus buildings. (Image: iStock / panom73) Things to know: E-scooters and safety Penn’s Gene Janda and Joe Romm and Andrew Baldwin of the Philadelphia Fire Department discuss lithium-ion battery fire risks.
Somber vigil University Chaplain Chaz Howard embraces Rabbi Gabe Greenberg at a vigil in support of the Israeli community held Oct. 10 at the LOVE sculpture. nocred Somber vigil The Tuesday gathering on College Green offered the Penn community a chance to grieve, pray, and offer comfort in the wake of the deadly attacks on Israel.
Something for everyone at Penn’s Friends and Family Day Image: Sabina Pierce Something for everyone at Penn’s Friends and Family Day This year’s event, open to Penn faculty, staff, and postdocs and their families, will include lunch, DJs, bounce houses, photo booths, and more.
Act First, a PEP winner, wants to teach Philly students critical first aid—and the confidence to follow through Catherine Chang and Kenneth Pham are co-founders of Act First and winners of the 2023 President’s Engagement Prize. Their nonprofit teaches Philadelphia high school students how to do CPR, prevent blood loss, and administer Narcan. (Image: Eric Sucar) Act First, a PEP winner, wants to teach Philly students critical first aid—and the confidence to follow through Kenneth Pham and Catherine Chang, winners of the 2023 President’s Engagement Prize, will teach Philadelphia high school students CPR, Narcan administration, and blood loss prevention.
In Gary Williams, a ‘one-of-a-kind’ chief of police Chief of Police Gary Williams, pictured in February 2023. (Image: Eric Sucar) In Gary Williams, a ‘one-of-a-kind’ chief of police Vice President of the Division of Public Safety Kathleen Shields Anderson appointed Gary Williams as chief of police in January. He discusses how he got there and how he’s kept—and keeps—the Penn community safe.
For new DPS VP, it’s all about ‘actions, not words’ Kathleen Shields Anderson, vice president of the Department of Public Safety, outside of the DPS headquarters. For new DPS VP, it’s all about ‘actions, not words’ Following a national search, Kathleen Shields Anderson was named vice president of Penn’s Division of Public Safety.
The best defense is an empowered one Deborah Millar demonstrates self-defense moves as part of the R.A.D. class for women at Penn Medicine Princeton Health. (Image: Penn Medicine Service in Action) The best defense is an empowered one To gain control over their personal safety, many women turn to R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense), a nationally recognized program that teaches realistic self-defense tactics and techniques.
Making time off a time for side gigs for good Making time off a time for side gigs for good Penn Today profiles four faculty and staff members who use their time and talents to help others.
After nearly three decades at Penn, Maureen Rush set to retire After nearly three decades at Penn, Maureen Rush set to retire The passionate public safety leader has made a big impact on campus and in Philadelphia.
Penn’s Medical Emergency Response Team, ‘prepared for anything’ Penn’s Medical Emergency Response Team, ‘prepared for anything’ The student-run organization, which includes nearly 70 undergraduates who are licensed EMTs, complements the Division of Public Safety and Philadelphia Fire Department by responding to medical emergencies on campus.