Penn GSE News Archive
East and West may be reshaping each other's parenting
Individualist values from Europe and the US are transforming parenting globally, but East Asian values are also migrating the other way, says Xinyin Chen.
Economic, political pressures up at historic black colleges
Marybeth Gasman comments on the political and economic hurdles HBCU presidents face.
Cheyney alum edgy about talk of merger
“A merger will not uphold the history, legacy and personality of an HBCU if it becomes mainstreamed and whitewashed," said Marybeth Gasman, referring to the risks of HBCUs merging with predominately white colleges.
Civic education: Are students learning how to be good citizens?
Michael Johanek talks about the roots of American civic engagement.
Trump Can’t Cut Off Berkeley’s Funds by Himself. His Threat Still Raised Alarm.
"It’s ridiculous and frightening for the president to be threatening to withhold money based on his perception of what’s happening with free speech on campus," said Jonathan Zimmerman.
Fighting Racial Bias on Campus
In this interview, Shaun Harper discusses racism at universities and what universities need to do to combat it.
Satullo: Five tips for talking to the other side
Harris Sokoloff is mentioned in this op-ed by co-founder of the Penn Project for Civic Engagement.
Will GOP’s latest effort to reach out to black community last?
Marybeth Gasman reacts to the planned meeting of HCBU leaders and congressional Republicans, as well as at least one official from Trump's White House.
It’s not just that President Trump lies — it’s how
In this op-ed, Jonathan Zimmerman compares President Trump's lies with the lies of other US presidents.
Protests are one thing. Voting is another
In this op-ed, Jonathan Zimmerman comments on the Women's March and the recent US presidential election's low voter turnout among Democrats.
College Affordability In Pennsylvania
Joining WITF's Smart Talk, Joni Finney discusses college affordability.