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Q and A: Fifty Years of the War on Poverty Michael Katz argues the program won more victories than we realize. Michael Katz argues the program won more victories than we realize in the SAS Frontiers Q and A: Fifty Years of the War on Poverty.
Samuel H. Preston and Irma T. Elo’s recent study on NYC’s mortality decline is discussed in the New York Times. Samuel H. Preston and Irma T.
Jason Schnittker writes on Crime and Health in the Faculty Opinion section of the Penn Arts & Sciences Magazine. Jason Schnittker writes on "Crime and Health" in the Faculty Opinion section of the Fall/Winter 2013 Penn Arts & Sciences Magazine.
John MacDonald is interviewed in an article entitled "Justice By The Numbers," in the Penn Arts & Sciences Magazine. John MacDonald is interviewed in an article entitled "Justice By The Numbers," in the Penn Arts & Sciences Magazine.
Tukufu Zuberi is interviewed in an article entitled "The Teachable Moment," in the Penn Arts & Sciences Magazine. Tukufu Zuberi is interviewed in an article entitled "The Teachable Moment," in the Penn Arts & Sciences Magazine.
Angela Duckworth’s recent "genius grant" award from the MacArthur Foundation is discussed in the Penn Arts & Sciences Magazine. Angela Duckworth's recent "genius grant" award from the MacArthur Foundation is discussed in the Penn Arts & Sciences Magazine.
Tukufu Zuberi interviewed about the life and legacy of the late Nelson Mandela in philly.com. Tukufu Zuberi interviewed about the life and legacy of the late Nelson Mandela in philly.com.
Dennis Culhane is quoted in an MSNBC article on the drop in homelessness in the U.S. Dennis Culhane is quoted in an MSNBC article on the drop in homelessness in the U.S.
Emilio A. Parrado discusses immigration reform inertia in an interview in SAS Frontiers. Emilio A. Parrado discusses immigration reform inertia in an interview in SAS Frontiers.
Frank F. Furstenberg’s is interviewed and discusses his new book, "Behind the Academic Curtain: How to Find Success and Happiness with a Ph.D.," in Inside Higher Ed. Frank F.
Kevin G. Volpp discusses his research on temptation bundling on Knowledge@Wharton in the article "Using ‘The Hunger Games’ to Encourage Healthier Choices." Kevin G.
Joseph Kable’s research on self-control is discussed in a The New York Times Sunday Review. Joseph Kable's research on self-control is discussed in a The New York Times Sunday Review.
Tishkoff in Penn In the News about genes and bitterness Sarah Tishkoff's latest genetic research published in the journal of Molecular Biology and Evolution on the ability of people to detect bitterness in food is discussed in
Olivia Mitchell is quoted in a New York Times article entitled: "The Payoff in Waiting to Collect Social Security." Olivia S.
ETIENNE VAN DE WALLE PRIZE FOR BEST GRADUATE STUDENT PAPER IN DEMOGRAPHY 2013 Call for Submissions: Etienne van de Walle Prize for Best Graduate Student Paper in Demography: Due 20 December 2013.
Sarah Tishkoff’s research on bitter flavors and taste was covered on NPR’s the salt. Sarah Tishkoff's research on bitter flavors and taste was covered on NPR's the salt.
Kevin G. Volpp is quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer article on a program to promote healthy eating habits. Kevin G. Volpp is quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer article on a program to promote healthy eating habits.
David Mandell of the Perelman School of Medicine shares his thoughts on a study that used eye-tracking technology to help detect autism. David S.
HPK and Thomas Anderson in the economist Hans-Peter Kohler and Thomas Anderson's article "Education Fever and the East Asian Fertility Puzzle: A
Michael Katz of the School of Arts and Sciences contributes an op-ed about New York mayor Michael Bloomberg and his accomplishments with an antipoverty program. Michael Katz contributed an op-ed in the New York Times about New York mayor Michael Bloomberg and his accomplishments with an antipoverty program
Mark V. Pauly comments on those eligible for free policies under the Affordable Care Act in the New York Times. Mark V. Pauly comments on those eligible for free policies under the Affordable Care Act in the New York Times.
New Book by Penn’s Frank Furstenberg Takes Readers ’Behind the Academic Curtain’ Frank F.
Cranney in the news Higher purpose: Study finds belief in God linked to having sense of purpose in life Stephen Cranney's research on belief in God recently published in the Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion is quoted in an article in the
Olivia Mitchell Washington Post, “My work confirms that people are reaching the threshold of retirement much more in debt than in the past.” Olivia S.
Olivia S. Mitchell comments on baby boomers debt and delayed retirement in USA Today. Olivia S. Mitchell comments on baby boomers debt and delayed retirement in USA Today.
Olivia S. Mitchell appeared on RadioTimes Marty Moss-Coane discussing Financial Literacy. Olivia S. Mitchell appeared on the RadioTimes with Marty Moss-Coane program on WHYY discussing Financial Literacy.
Mark V. Pauly discusses his views on health care exchange in an article in USA Today. Mark V. Pauly discusses his views on health care exchange in an article in USA Today.
Merlo Seven-Time Water Polo Champions at Penn to Host Ivy League Competition Antonio Merlo discusses the Penn Water Polo Champion Team in a Penn News press release.
Tukufu Zuberi is interviewed about his new documentary, African Independence on WHYY’s Radio Times with Marty Moss-Coane program. Tukufu Zuberi is interviewed about his new documentary, African Independence, on
Tukufu Zuberi is interviewed for Philly.com. Tukufu Zuberi is interviewed for Philly.com.
Olivia S. Mitchell discusses her survey reserach on the financial literacy of Americans in a New York Times article. Olivia S. Mitchell discusses her survey reserach on the financial literacy of Americans in a New York Times article.
Mark V. Pauly is comments about Obamacare subsidies in an article on Politico.com. Mark V. Pauly is comments about Obamacare subsidies in an article on Politico.com.
Kevin Volpp’s research profiled in Penn Medicine News. Kevin Volpp's research profiled in Penn Medicine News.
Angela Duckworth has been selected as a 2013 MacArthur Fellow Angela Duckworth has been selected as a 2013 MacArthur Fellow.
Camille Z. Charles Named Straus Institute Fellow Camille Z.
An article on aging in India by Apoorva Jadhav has appeared in The Hindu Business Line. An article on aging in India by Apoorva Jadhav has appeared in The Hindu Business Line.
Cranney fsu news Stephen Cranney's survey research on religion and sense of purpose in life was discussed in an article in  the
Cranney Pew Research Center religions people Stephen Cranney's recent article, "Do People Who Believe in God Report More Meaning in Their Lives?
Hans-Peter Kohler is quoted in a September 6, 2013 New York Times article about the fertility rate in the United States. Hans-Peter Kohler is quoted in a September 6, 2013 New York Times article about the fertility rate in the United Stat
Kristen Harknett says parents are less likely to be unemployed than their childless counterparts. Kristen Harknett says parents are less likely to be unemployed than their childless counterparts.
Katz’s new book in washington post 2013 Michael Katz's new book Public Education Under Siege is discussed by the author in an interview in the Washington
Annette Lareau of the School of Arts and Sciences comments whether people want to live near relatives. Annette Lareau comments on whether people want to live near relatives in an article in Market Watch.
Jason Schnittker is quoted in the Penn News discussing a student research project on diet and exercise. Jason Schnittker is quoted in the Penn News discussing a student research project on diet and exercise.
When No One Is on Call Aiken's research on nurse staffing ratios is quoted in an article in the New York Times entitled "When No One Is on Call".
Olivia S. Mitchell is interviewed about her research on financial literacy in a Wall Street Journal article about paying off mortgages before retirement. Olivia S.
Angela Duckworth says perseverance can be taught Angela Duckworth says perseverance can be taught.
Mark Pauly looks at hospitals hiring only non-smokers from an economic perspective. Mark Pauly looks at hospitals hiring only non-smokers from an economic perspective.
Kevin Volpp discusses the “connected health movement” in Knowledge@Wharton. Kevin Volpp discusses the “connected health movement” in Knowledge@Wharton.
Dennis Culhane and Tom Byrne of the School of Social Policy & Practice have helped to create an interactive Web-based application, Homelessness Analytics. Dennis Culhane and Tom Byrne of the School of Social Policy & Practice have helped to create an interactive Web-
Irma Elo has been elected Chair of the ASA Section on the Sociology of Population. Irma Elo has been elected Chair of the ASA Section on the Sociology of Population.
Olivia S. Mitchell makes some financial suggestions for newlyweds in the Wall Street Journal. Olivia S. Mitchell makes some financial suggestions for newlyweds in the Wall Street Journal.
Mark V. Pauly discusses fixing the Affordable Care Act in the Los Angeles Times. Mark V. Pauly discusses fixing the Affordable Care Act in the Los Angeles Times.
Katz on The Hopes and Fears of Detroit’s Unprecedented Emergency Management Michael Katz is quoted in a Next City article on emergency managment in Detroit.
Camille Charles of the School of Arts and Sciences shares her thoughts about affirmative action. Camille Z. Charles shares her thoughts about affirmative action in an article in Diverse: Issues In Higher Education.
Mark Pauly discusses the move of health care jobs from the hospital to outpatient home care. Mark Pauly discusses the move of health care jobs from the hospital to outpatient home care.
Tukufu Zuberi and Camille Charles talk about the lack of racial and ethnic diversity at the top of many Ivy League schools. Tukufu Zuberi, Camille Charles, and Grace Kao talk about the l
Kagan Free Penn Online Course Offers Lessons on Growing Old Sarah Kagan has developed a new online course available via Coursera entitled "Growing Old Around the Globe".
According to Kevin Volpp employer-based wellness incentives are not as simple as just paying someone for doing the right thing. According to Kevin Volpp employer-based wellness incentives are not as simple as just paying someone for doing the right thing.
Jerry Jacobs is cited for helping design a study on working motherhood. Jerry Jacobs is cited in TIME for helping design a study on working motherhood.
Fisher v University of Texas - Camille Charles Camille Z. Charles is quoted discussing Fisher v University of Texas.
Press Release: Jere R. Behrman leads the Grand Challenges Grant Project Press Release: Jere R.
A new collaboration between Penn Nursing and Agnes Irwin, a private girls’ school, is spurred by Loretta Jemmott. A new collaboration between Penn Nursing and Agnes Irwin, a private girls' school, is spurred by Loretta Jemmott.
Michael Katz has been elected to the American Philosophical Society (APS). Michael Katz has been elected to the American Philosophical Society (APS).
Olivia Mitchell comments on the practice of living abroad after retirement to make the most of your savings. Olivia Mitchell comments on the practice of living abroad after retirement to make the most of you
Olivia Mitchell comments in the New York Times on working abroad after retirement. Olivia Mitchell comments in the New York Times on working abroad after retirement.
Payne and Kohler PloS Medicine Collin Payne and Hans-Peter Kohler's research with J.
Mark Pauly is quoted in an article about the wide range of hospital billing. Mark Pauly is quoted in an article about the wide range of hospital billing.
Linda Aiken has been named winner of the 2013 Velji Project of the Year Award Linda Aiken has been named winner of the 2013 Velji Project of the Year Award for her global research using performance measures to demonstrate the critical im
Grace Kao is featured in SAS Frontiers in an article about her studies of the immigrant experience and its effect on educational outcomes. Grace Kao is featured in SAS Frontiers in an article about her studies of the immigrant experience and its effect on educational outcomes.
Tukufu Zuberi has curated two major exhibitions on black history Tukufu Zuberi has curated two major exhibitions on black history: “Tides of Freedom: African Presence on the Delaware River” and "
Micheal Katz comments on the impact of charities on the poor in the Philly News. Micheal Katz comments on the impact of charities on the poor in the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Kevin Volpp of the Perelman School of Medicine and the Wharton School discusses health-care costs. Kevin G. Volpp discusses health-care costs in a story on Marketplace Health Care.
Olivia S. Mitchell’s recent research on financial literacy is cited in an article in the Chicago Tribune. Olivia S.
Mark V. Pauly comments on coordinated care in a New York Times article about Medicaid. Mark V. Pauly comments on coordinated care in a New York Times article about Medicaid.
Jason Schnittker of the School of Arts and Sciences is quoted about studying the link between prison time and mental illness. Jason Schnittker is quoted about studying the link between prison time and mental illness in US News and Worl
Samuel Preston has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania. Congratulations! Samuel Preston has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania. Congratulations!
Kao Penn Asian American Studies Program Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary Grace Kao is quoted in the Penn News about the Asian American Studies Program Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary.
A New York Times article cites the research Flavio Cunha has done with James Heckman into the importance of early childhood education. A New York Times article cites the research Flavio Cunha has done with James Heckman into the importance of early childhood education.
New PSC Working Paper: An Equilibrium Model of the African HIV/AIDS Epidemic New PSC Working Paper: Greenwood, Jeremy, Philipp Kircher, Cezar Santos and Michèle Tertilt. 2013.
Kable Video: Red Tape Chronicles: Having Trouble Saving? Blame Your Brain Joeseph Kable is featured in the NBC News Red Tape Chroniclies.
Kevin G. Volpp’s study on weight loss incentives with co-author David Asch and their recently published article in the Annals of Internal Medicine are highlighted in a press release in the Penn News. Kevin G.
Tukufu Zuberi comments on his recent documentary and African Independence in USA Today. Tukufu Zuberi comments on his recent documentary and African Independence in USA Today.
Mark V. Pauly comments on urgent care in Delaware in a WHYY First Extra Edition video. Mark V. Pauly comments on urgent care in Delaware in a WHYY First Extra Edition video.
Sam Preston’s research was cited in an article in the Boston Globe’s "Brainiac" segment. Sam Preston's research was cited in an article in the Boston Globe's "Brainiac" segment.
Jessica Ho’s research is featured in Penn Current. Jessica Ho's research is featured in Penn Current.
New PSC Working Paper: Fedor, Theresa M., Hans-Peter Kohler, and Jere R. Behrman. 2013. "The Impact of Married Individuals Learning HIV Status in Malawi: Divorce, Number of Sexual Partners, Condom Use with Spouses." PSC Working Paper Series, PSC 13-02. New PSC Working Paper: Fedor, Theresa M., Hans-Peter Kohler, and Jere R. Behrman. 2013.
Joseph Kable’s research challenges assumptions about the "marshmallow" test. Joseph Kable's research challenges assumptions about the "marshmallow" test.
Andrew Stokes’ research was highlighted in dailyRX. Andrew Stokes' research was highlighted in dailyRX.
Olivia S. Mitchell comments on the article "How to retire on just $25,000 in the bank" on Marketplace. Olivia S. Mitchell comments on the article "How to retire on just $25,000 in the bank" on Marketplace.
Madden on more people moving to NYC Janice F. Madden is quoted in a New York Post article on how U.S. census shows that more people are moving to NYC.
The 2013 Penn @ PAA document is now available. The 2013 Penn @ PAA document is now available.
Dennis Culhane of the School of Social Policy and Practice says, “We’re looking at a group of people who are sort of prematurely reaching old age." Dennis Culhane says, “We’re looking at a group of people who are sort of prematurely reaching old age," in an interview about homelessness on NP
Kevin Volpp shares his thoughts about a judicial ruling against New York’s soda regulation in the New York Times. Kevin G. Volpp shares his thoughts about a judicial ruling against New York’s soda regulation in the New York Times.
Kevin G. Volpp is quoted about the expanding interest in using cash as an incentive for dieters to lose weight on NPR. Kevin G. Volpp is quoted about the expanding interest in using cash as an incentive for dieters to lose weight on NPR.
Tukufu Zuberi’s new film, African Independence, was highlighted in SAS Frontiers. Tukufu Zuberi's new film, African Independence, was highlighted in SAS Frontiers.
Culhane on Homeless Blame Game in New York City Dennis Culhane is quoted in a Wall Street Journal article on homeless in New York City.
Chenoa Flippen’s research on Hispanic migration patterns was featured in SAS Frontiers. Chenoa Flippen's research on Hispanic migration patterns was featured in SAS Frontiers.
Joseph Kable has been named the Baird Term Assistant Professor of Psychology in the School of Arts & Sciences Joseph Kable has been named the Baird Term Assistant Professor of Psychology in the School of Arts & Sciences.
A paper by Behrman, Park and Choi has been mentioned in the HuffPost article "Do Boys Face More Sexism Than Girls?" A recent paper by Hyunjoon Park, Jere Berhman and
Camille Charles of the School of Arts and Sciences joins a conversation about racial profiling. Camille Z. Charles joins a conversation about racial profiling on The Huffington Post.
Olivia S. Mitchell talks about how the middle class can manage risk better in Business Week. Olivia S. Mitchell talks about how the middle class can manage risk better in Business Week.
Tukufu Zuberi has been awarded two top honors at the recent San Diego Black Film Festival Tukufu Zuberi has been awarded two top honors at the recent San Diego Black Film Festival, i
John MacDonald has been appointed to the fifth cohort of Penn Fellows. John MacDonald has been appointed to the fifth cohort of Penn Fellows.
Mark V. Pauly’s co-authored an article in Forbes magazine with Howard Kunreuther on improving insurance decision making. Mark V. Pauly's co-authored an article in Forbes magazine with Howard Kunreuther on improving insurance decision making.
Richard Berk of the School of Arts and Sciences comments on how computers are helping predict an individual’s potential to commit crime. Richard Berk comments on how computers are helping predict an individual’s potential to commit crime for New
Kevin G. Volpp comments on health-care costs being included for the first time on W-2 forms in an article on NewsWorks. Kevin G. Volpp comments on health-care costs being included for the first time on W-2 forms in an article on NewsWorks.
Tukufu Zuberi contributes his thoughts about "communicative revolution" on The Huffington Post. Tukufu Zuberi contributes his thoughts about "communicative revolution" on The Huffington Post.
New PSC Working Paper : The Social and the Sexual: Networks in Contemporary Demographic Research New PSC Working Paper: Kohler, Hans-Peter, Stéphane Helleringer, Jere R.
In SAS Frontiers, John MacDonald discusses America’s relationship with guns. In SAS Frontiers, John MacDonald discusses America’s relationship with guns.
Olivia S. Mitchell discusses corporate spending on pensions on NPR. Olivia S. Mitchell discusses corporate spending on pensions on NPR.
A Penn research team led by Eduardo Fernandez-Duque has uncovered the benefits of monogamy among a population of owl monkeys in Argentina A Penn research team led by Eduardo Fernandez-Duque has uncovered the benefits of monogamy among a population of owl
Emilio Parrado has been named one of the Delaware Valley’s Most Influential Latinos Emilio Parrado has been named one of the Delaware Valley’s Most Influential Latinos by the Impacto Latin Newspaper.
A study authored by Linda Aiken has concluded that poor patient outcomes thought associated with hospital hiring of temporary nurses are more likely the result of poor working conditions within the hospitals themselves than with the nurses hired to allevi A study authored by Linda Aiken has concluded that poor patient outcomes thought associated with hospital hiring of temporary nurses are more likely the result of poor
Carolyn Cannuscio was one of more than a dozen experts asked by Penn IUR to weigh in on the question: What is the biggest urban issue, challenge or innovation that will affect our world in the upcoming year? Carolyn Cannuscio was one of more than a dozen experts asked by Penn IUR to weigh in on the question: W
A study co-authored by Jason Schnittker shows that many of the most common psychiatric disorders found among former inmates, including impulse-control disorders, emerge in childhood and adolescence and predate incarceration. A study co-authored by Jason Schnittker shows that many of the most common psychiatric disorders foun
Sam Preston was interviewed on HuffPost Live about Americans dying younger than people in other developed countries. Sam Preston was interviewed on HuffPost Live about Americans dying younger than people in other developed countries.
Jonathan Klick of Law and John MacDonald of Criminology point to widespread cell-phone use as a factor in a "remarkable" crime-rate drop in the ‘90s. Jonathan Klick of Law and John MacDonald of Criminology point to widespread cell-phone use as a factor in a "remarkable" crime-rate drop in
Samuel H. Preston comments on fire arms and homicide in a New York Times article on health and longevity. Samuel H.
Duckworth The Secret to Making Children Succeed? Don’t Be a Pushy Parent Angela Duckworth is quoted in an article on parenting in The Telegraph.
Mark Pauly along with co-author Jonathan Kolstad discuss small firms and health reform in a Forbes article. Mark V.

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