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Diana Wildermuth shares her expertise in the world of recruiting for college athletics.

Kandi Wiens says that employer-provided wellness services tend to backfire more than help with burnout.

Peter Eckel says that specialized schools that survive will be those that can find a niche and develop a pipeline of students in the near-term.

Executive Doctorate in Higher Education Management student Keith McIntosh shares his journey to Penn GSE and his experience in the program.

Peter Eckel describes John Fry's previous track record of establishing long-term plans and goals for institutions, and expects that he will do the same for Temple. He also emphasizes Temple's importance in the region and its' need for a competent leader.

Karen Weaver discusses the NCAA settlement agreement and the effect it will have on student-athletes and college sports overall in Penn Today.

A study by Michael A. Gottfried finds that early elementary school teachers report feeling less close to chronically absent students and view them less positively, even when those students don’t cause trouble in the classroom.

“Propel Your EdTech Venture” brought together researchers, entrepreneurs, U.S. Department of Education officials, and corporate leaders to learn strategies, drive sustainable growth, and put research into practice.

Associate Professor Brooks Bowden explained the benefits of better school quality and fairness, including long-term economic gains for the state, would greatly outweigh the hefty cost.

About 150 students, alumni, faculty, staff, and industry leaders are expected to gather at Penn GSE on Saturday, June 22, to celebrate the anniversary.

Proposed funding would drastically narrow PA student-teacher and student-counselor ratios across the state and increase college enrollment.

Julie Wollman says that most institutions of higher education tend to think they’re the only institution that’s not going to be affected by enrollment problems.

The Constance Clayton Professor of Urban Education and executive director of REC weighed in on a University of Georgia study revealing how discriminatory experiences could harm children’s development.

Penn GSE’s annual Alumni Weekend event featured a faculty panel discussion on “The Price of Education” and celebrated the winners of the Education Alumni Awards.

Karen Weaver says that any plan to de-professionalize college athletics could be a hard sell if it looks like it’s emphasizing something other than winning.

The Math Tutoring in an Elementary School course, supported by the Netter Center, is open to Penn undergraduate and graduate students and aims to redefine traditional math tutoring.

Robert Zemsky says that the richest and biggest institutions of higher education will continue to prosper while small and vulnerable schools go out of business.

Laura Perna links declining college enrollment at Triangle Tech to students entering the workforce straight out of high school.

In this enlightening episode of the Practitioner Scholar, Lisa-Marie Aird welcomes Dr. Raj Ramachandran, a trailblazer in leadership consulting and an alum of the Penn CLO program's first cohort, who shares his personal journey from being legally blind to becoming a renowned consultant, igniting a passion for creating tangible societal impacts.

Peter Eckel explains the various shapes that agreements to acquire specific assets of the University of the Arts could take.

Brooks Bowden recommends school districts prioritize spending projects with long-term benefits, including facilities, data analytics, student support, and professional development.

Robert Zemsky says that too few small institutions like the University of the Arts are efficient enough to survive without outside subsidies.

Ravitch's presentation, which took place on May 10, showcased her extensive experience and projects that span across diverse cultural contexts, emphasizing the transformative potential of participatory action research in fostering youth leadership and agency.

“It’s always important to study fathers,” says Vivian Gadsden, whose segment starts at 3:11. “Fathers are an important part of many families.”

Penelope Lusk, a Ph.D. candidate at Penn GSE, has been awarded a 2024 Queen Elizabeth Scholarship for a year of study at the University of Oxford in England.

It’s more important than ever for school leaders to collaborate closely with their institution’s board of trustees.

Ed Brockenbrough told Philadelphia's Board of Education the district must provide teachers with professional development on how to address conflicts like the war in Gaza in their classrooms.

The initiative provides University funding up to $100,000 for Penn teams piloting practical projects that address social justice issues in Philadelphia.

Katharine O. Strunk, dean of the Penn GSE, joins her fellow deans from prominent Pennsylvania institutions in highlighting the state's teacher shortage crisis.

Kandi Wiens discusses how being self-sacrificing to the point of burnout in one's career can be a major block in achieving ones goals.

Philadelphia's 100th mayor emphasized the importance of planting deep roots and becoming active citizens.

Brooks Bowden discusses the effects of lenient grading on academic standards and overall student learning.

Damani White-Lewis discusses the diminished likelihood for women and POC to get counteroffers compared to their white male counterparts, and emphasizes the importance of counteroffers as an underutilized faculty diversity strategy.

Congratulations to all our distinguished faculty, staff, and student recipients for their exceptional achievements!

The Graduate School of Education helps students put their knowledge into practice through community engagement. Three soon-to-be graduates speak with Penn Today about how their service enabled them to deepen their connection with West Philadelphia.

As more students plug queries into ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence (AI) tools, it’s time for more faculty and schools to catch up and offer a roadmap on fair and ethical usage.

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Hosted by Melissa Monti, Dr. Ann Schulte discusses the integration of AI in talent development and the importance of an always Beta mindset for continuous workplace innovation.

Jonathan Zimmerman argues that Congress should not pass a law that uses the IHRA's definition of antisemitism, because it would prevent debate and discussion about what constitutes antisemitism on college campuses.

“If money’s taken away because kids are absent, it’s leaving less money to tackle the problems in a more restorative, preventative, and less reactive approach,” says Ericka Weathers.

Kandi Wiens discusses how more engaged workers are actually more prone to burnout, and shares how setting boundaries can help combat this.

Barbara Kurshan emphasizes the importance of women having mentors in their field, especially to combat imposter syndrome and to feel supported in their careers.

Weaver explores the closures of 13 NCAA Division III colleges, linking them to demographic shifts and their severe impact on athletics, while emphasizing the need for sustainable financial strategies.

Penn GSE is pioneering multi-tiered initiatives to strengthen mental health support for students and educators across U.S. schools.