The influence and importance of language On Jan. 6 2021, a group of Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol building, resulting in the death of five people. (Image: Tyler Merbler) The influence and importance of language Labels for what happened Jan. 6 at the U.S. Capitol were very different from those used to describe the Black Lives Matter movement or the 2020 election results. How much weight do individual words actually have? It depends on the context.
The state of U.S. democracy While a new administration transitions into office, the past four years have left the country asking, “How strong is our democratic foundation?” The state of U.S. democracy On the eve of a presidential inauguration following a historic election and its aftermath, experts from across the University weigh in on where we stand as a country.
How medical schools can transform curriculums to undo racial biases How medical schools can transform curriculums to undo racial biases Penn Medicine researchers find that lectures and assessments misuse race, playing a role in perpetuating physician bias.
26th annual MLK symposium goes online The candlelight vigil “was always powerful and will continue to be” as it offers a moment to reflect on the man and his legacy, says Toliver. Here, the Penn community gathers in 2007 to commemorate. 26th annual MLK symposium goes online Virtual events over three weeks offer opportunities to reflect, engage, and celebrate with family, colleagues, and friends.
Howard Stevenson on creating change through racial literacy (Pre-pandemic image) Penn GSE’s Howard Stevenson is a nationally sought expert on racial stress and racial trauma. (Image: Greg Benson Photography/Penn GSE) Howard Stevenson on creating change through racial literacy In the wake of the series of police killings of Black people that sparked historic protests and heightened national conversation about race, and amid persistent structures of systemic racism, how can people of color promote their own emotional well-being and healing? How can leaders and organizations create lasting change to advance anti-racism and social justice?
Exacerbating the health care divide Exacerbating the health care divide With rates of diagnoses and death disproportionately affecting racial minorities and low-income workers, experts from the School of Arts & Sciences address how COVID-19 has further exposed already dire health outcome inequalities.
How the dialogue on diversity is reshaping business Pre-pandemic image How the dialogue on diversity is reshaping business The final panel discussion in the Beyond Business series, “Race & The Selling of America,” brings together Wharton dean Erika James with professionals in film and sports to discuss how diversity is reshaping businesses and brands.
Engaging Minds showcases Penn’s very best bringing theory to practice Image: iStock Engaging Minds showcases Penn’s very best bringing theory to practice Alumni tuned in from across the world to hear Daniel Gillion discuss the power of protests, Amy Castro Baker give a crash course on the impact of guaranteed income, and Ezekiel Emanuel detail the intricacies of distributing a COVID-19 vaccine.
Pussy Riot co-founder talks politics, prison time, and protests (Pre-pandemic image) Pussy Riot members in their signature colorful balaclavas in 2012. (Image: Denis Bochkarev) Pussy Riot co-founder talks politics, prison time, and protests In a virtual talk hosted by the Andrea Mitchell Center, Nadya Tolokonnikova, a co-founder of the Russian punk protest group Pussy Riot, had a wide-ranging conversation with Penn’s Kevin M.F. Platt.
‘Crisis Upon Crisis’: The coronavirus is not the only emergency we are facing ‘Crisis Upon Crisis’: The coronavirus is not the only emergency we are facing Episode three of the SAS podcast ‘In These Times’ looks at other urgent issues of our time, and examine how they affect and are affected by COVID-19.