Sep|Oct 2022
Vol. 121, No. 1
What’s Next?
From the Editor | New leader, longtime institutions, future forecast.
Liz Magill Is Listening (in a Good Way)
Penn’s new president says growing up in Fargo, North Dakota, is the most memorable thing about her, but former colleagues and University leaders would rather talk about her warmth, attention to others and their ideas, and ability to bring groups together for a common goal (though the Midwestern thing is interesting, too, and perhaps related).
Getting it Right(er)
PIK Professors Philip Tetlock and Barbara Mellers have figured out a better way to predict the future. Open minds welcome. Experts, not so much.
A Penn Beginning
From College Hall | First words from President Magill.
Letters
Sep|Oct 2022: On not skipping Skeel, border blame, Abner’s history, long runs, and more.
Pictures at an Exhibition
Coming of age with Generation Z.
Mister Fix-It?
In the realm of plumbing, there’s no outrunning the shadow of ancient defeats.
Flipping the Script
A new model for teaching mathematics.
Fresh Faces
Across campus, the portraits on the walls of Penn’s buildings are becoming more diverse.
Seeds of Sustainability
The Penn Park Farm is rooted in education, advocacy, and well-being.
$12.5 Million for New SP2 Scholarships
For students committed to social innovation and social justice
New College House West Renamed for Amy Gutmann
Penn’s newest college house, New College House West, will have a new name.
Locust Walk Landmark Renovated
Renovated compass, same old curse?
“Our Beloved Booney”
Remembering an indispensable member of Penn basketball’s fabled Final Four team.
By the Numbers
Sep|Oct 2022
Arts Calendar
Sep|Oct 2022
Framing History
A pair of history profs teams up with Getty Images to create a public-facing, photography-oriented window into Black history.
Art Scents
Sissel Tolaas’ olfactory aesthetics at ICA.
Briefly Noted
Sep|Oct 2022
Language Is Power
Katerina Manoff C’09 W’09 runs a cultural exchange program for Ukraine.
Stopping the Violence Cycle
Celina de Sola C’99 SW’00 is working to prevent violence in Latin America.
King of Collectibles
Ted Hake ASC’69 created the first pop-culture auction house.
Father Martin’s New Mission
Jesuit priest James Martin reflects on his path to LGBT-focused ministry.