LPS News

MES students Look for Creative Solutions to Massive Rural Water Infrastructure Needs

Students in the Master of Environmental Studies program traveled to West Virginia’s Elkhorn Water Plant to get an in-person look at the challenges involved in managing small water systems.

Pennovation Works continues to foster forward-thinking with Penn LPS Coding Boot Camp

In 2018, Pennovation Works established significant new partnerships and welcomed a slew of innovative new member companies, and educational programs, including Penn LPS Coding Boot Camp.

Penn Pre-Health students attend a gowning and scrubbing orientation with Penn Medicine

On Monday, September 24, 12 students in Penn’s Pre-Health Post-Baccalaureate Programs joined students from Penn Medicine for the Department of Surgery’s Operating Room Gowning and Scrubbing Orientation.

Attending rounds around the world

While the orientation is standard for medical students, Pre-Health students were invited to join for the first time in preparation for shadowing clinical rotations.

Philadelphia Managing Director Michael DiBerardinis to join Fels as Professor of Practice

In addition to teaching, DiBerardinis will play a central role in leading a world-class mentoring program for Fels students, according to Fels Institute of Government leadership.

Growing a ‘culture of cultivation’ on campus

Master of Environmental Studies student and Penn landscape planner Chloe Cerwinka raises awareness about edible landscapes on campus.

The chemistry graduate school experience

Chemical and Engineering News explores a roadmap for helping students decide if graduate school is right for them.

Analyzing roadside dust to identify potential health concerns

Reto Gieré is working with collaborators across the world to identify an overlooked but significant factor in traffic-related air pollution.

A gentle nudge at the right moment can curb unnecessary spending online

Two MBDS students develop a tool to reduce excess online shopping purchases by almost 25 percent.

Congratulations to the inaugural class of Penn LPS Coding Boot Camp

On Saturday, July 21, 45 students received their certificates of completion from the first ever Coding Boot Camp offered by Penn’s College of Liberal and Professional Studies (LPS).