Penn matters—to its students, faculty, staff, and alumni, to Philadelphians and Pennsylvanians, and to the world. With the formation of the Penn AI council, Penn is focused on driving responsible AI innovation while translating groundbreaking research into real-world solutions that benefit society. Lauren Nelson Hyppolite supports that initiative in her role as managing director of Research, Centers and Academic Initiatives at The Wharton School, and helps design, implement, and refine programs

It's an exciting time of the year in Indiana! Homecoming takes place October 4, 2025 with festivities and events planned for the entire week. For more details on IUP Homecoming 2025 events, visit iup.edu/homecoming. IUP Alumni Association | Indiana University of Pennsylvania