Mind Center for Outreach, Research and Education

09/08/2026

Careers in the Water Industry Event
Oct 14, 2026 (All Day) | The Quorum
3675 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Join The Water Center at Penn for our annual Careers in the Water Industry Event on Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 at the Quorum!

Now in its fifth year, The Water Center at Penn’s annual Careers in the Water Industry event brings together professionals across the water sector, academics, and students interested in water-related careers to explore current trends, pressing challenges, and emerging opportunities in the water sector.

The event is presented in partnership with Penn's Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, with thanks to our generous sponsors — Aquatech, Bentley Systems, Solenis, Envirodyne Systems, Jacobs, Veolia, Aqua Essential Utilities, Water Environment Federation, and WateReuse Association.

The event will feature a keynote speaker, alumni panelists, and networking opportunities with leaders from across the industry. It will also showcase presentations from finalists of the Student Water Innovation Award which recognizes forward-thinking solutions to pressing water challenges. See more details and learn how to apply here.

Join The Water Center at Penn for our annual Careers in the Water Industry Event on Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 at the Quorum!

09/08/2026

Virtual Screening: The Calling: A Medical School Journey – Oct 28

Join the Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute for Leadership, Equity, and Justice for a virtual screening of The Calling: A Medical School Journey on October 28, 2026, 1:00-2:00 PM.

The film follows a diverse group of medical students at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx as they navigate the challenges of becoming physicians in one of America’s most underserved communities. Through moments of self-doubt, perseverance, and personal growth, The Calling offers an honest look at medical education, healthcare inequities, and the enduring commitment to serve others.

This screening will not be recorded.

Register: https://rutgers.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_acrnXnI0Rny9EVlwUky1yw #/registration

The Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute for Leadership, Equity, and Justice (Proctor Institute) is a national center that focuses on issues of leadership, equity, and justice within the context of higher education. It brings together researchers, practitioners and community members to work toward the common goals of diversifying leadership, enhancing equity, and fostering justice for all. The Proctor Institute is located at Rutgers University—New Brunswick, in the Graduate School of Education and houses the Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions.

Join the Proctor Institute for a virtual screening of The Calling: A Medical School Journey. The film follows a diverse group of medical students at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx as they navigate the challenges of becoming physicians in one of America's most underserved communitie...

09/08/2026

Philly Life Sciences Job Seeker Series - Beyond the Bench
Keystone Life Science Collaborative

Philadelphia, PA
Friday, September 11 • 10 AM - 1 PM

Exploring roles or careers outside of traditional research? Come explore what those are, how to find them, and how to best position yourself

Join Keystone Life Science Collaborative a for a career coaching series designed for life sciences professionals!

This series welcomes unemployed or underemployed professionals to connect in small group sessions with HR leaders, career coaches, and industry peers who will share advice, guidance, and support.

This event will include the following:

Career advice and overview of the event.
Breakout sessions
Networking with fellow job seekers and hiring managers/volunteers.
Light refreshments will be provided.

This is the part of a series of five life sciences career coaching events to be held in Philadelphia. Additional dates and target segments of the workforce are as follows.

7/29 - In partnership with Nucleate (virtual) - LinkedIn Strategy
8/27 6pm - In partnership with WIB Philadelphia (virtual) - GenAI
9/11 10 am - 1 pm - In partnership with B+Labs () - Beyond the Bench
9/18 10am -1 pm - In partnership with B+Labs () - Reskilling & Retooling
9/29 10:30am - 12 pm - presented by KLSC (virtual) - Ecosystem Navigation

Tickets:

Exploring roles or careers outside of traditional research? Come explore what those are, how to find them, and how to best position yourself

09/08/2026

988 Day is a Day of Action meant to bring awareness about the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

988 is the national mental health hotline that’s available 24/7 across the U.S by text, phone, and chat. You can reach out for any reason: when you’re struggling with your mental health, feeling overwhelmed, arguing with friends, or just need someone to vent to.

To learn more or to connect with a skilled 988 counselor for judgment-free support, visit 988lifeline.org.

09/08/2026

09/08/2026

Big ideas in just one minute!

A Penn Arts & Sciences tradition since 2003, the 60-Second Lectures return to College Green this fall!

Join us at 12 p.m. next Wednesday, September 9, as Melissa Wilde of Sociology kicks off the fall season with her lecture, "Political Neutrality and Sociology."

And as always, there will be free cookies!

For more info, please visit https://bit.ly/4wVMWxZ

University of Pennsylvania University of Pennsylvania College of Arts and Sciences UPenn Office of Student Affairs Penn Alumni

09/08/2026

In his new book of psychological history, Martin Seligman shows how agency—marked by efficacy, optimism, and imagination—drives human progress.

09/08/2026

09/08/2026

Join us for the an introduction to Fall 2026 Writing Accountability Groups ! This event is for current Penn grad students who are interested and committed to joining a fall semester writing group (October-December). We’ll provide some helpful resources for making the most of your accountability group! Attending this workshop is required in order to be matched with an accountability group.

Learn more about writing accountability groups at gsc.upenn.edu/writing-groups.

Please register in advance at the link in our bio or visit gsc.upenn.edu/events.

08/28/2026

https://omnia.sas.upenn.edu/story/joshua-plotkin-cooperation

Research from a team led by Joshua Plotkin, Walter H. and Leonore C. Annenberg Professor of the Natural Sciences, cautions that sometimes working together can actually spur inequality.