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10/26/2020

Virtual Self-Defense Classes Now Available!

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Special Virtual Sessions have been added for the fall semester. These sessions will cover many of the same topics and moves of our in-person classes only without the physical contact. All sessions will be held via Zoom. Click here for registration information. MORE SESSION DATES WILL BE ADDED SOON!

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July 28, 2025

Ben to the Shore Charity Event – Team Penn Public Safety!

Team Penn Public Safety (Are We There Yet?) completed the 65-mile Ben to the Shore annual bike ride Last Sunday.  Friends from departments across the University, including University Communications, Government and Community Affairs, and Penn Medicine personnel joined our team...

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June 25, 2025

Scooter Safety

Scooter safety includes being a safe and courteous rider, following the rules, and avoiding theft. Please follow the rules of the road and stay off sidewalks and University Walks when riding bikes, scooters, skateboards, and other personal mobility devices. Be...

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June 16, 2025

Change is Coming to UPennAlert!

Change is coming to UPennAlert! But don’t worry, this change will not impact your ability to receive emergency notifications. As part of a systems improvement effort, the University is changing its mass notification system provider.   You will still view...

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