Women activists stress importance of grassroots movements to combat sexual violence

The four panelists were activists who emphasized the importance of fighting gender-based violence through smaller, more individual movements. 

Harvard's engineering school now requires faculty to submit diversity reports

Francis J. Doyle III, Dean of Harvard's engineering school, told the Crimson that information from these reports will be used to determine faculty bonuses. 

Penn student group holds active listening training in an effort to better support peers

CogWell Director of Training Barbra Berley-Mellits, a trained social worker, taught attendees how to become more effective listeners and better support their friends. 

Six SP2 faculty members recognized among top 100 social work researchers

The professors were recognized for their commitment to research and their interdisciplinary approach to addressing social issues.

Penn's OWN IT summit shifts focus from leadership to gender equality and inclusion

Throughout the day, 25 women leaders from a variety of industries and backgrounds discussed their experiences in a male-dominated world.

Knight Commission, featuring Amy Gutmann, releases report on rebuilding trust in media

On Feb. 5, the Knight Commission published “Crisis in Democracy: Renewing Trust in America,” a report on restoring public faith in news corporations.