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Family Law, Gender Equity, and Reproductive Rights – Melissa Weiler Gerber

Caster Building - Room 311 3701 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA

Melissa Weiler Gerber is President and CEO of accessmatters.org, an organization aims to transform access to sexual and reproductive health. Join MSSP class Law and Policy (MSSP 6310) to learn about the current state of reproductive rights. This event will include a short lecture from Melissa as well as a Q+A session. You can join […]

Employment and Immigration Policy – Chelsea Edwards

Caster Building - Room 311 3701 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA

Chelsea Edwards is currently a Staff Attorney at Justice at Work, a civil legal aid organization that serves low-income immigrant workers throughout Pennsylvania. Much of her work is dedicated to representing workers who have experienced sexual assault in the workplace or labor trafficking through temporary guest worker visa programs. Join MSSP class Law and Policy […]

NPL/MSSP Sip & Spray Event

Caster Building Courtyard

The School of Social Policy & Practice is partnering with Mural Arts of Philadelphia to deliver a hands-on public art class. The event will be facilitated by a professional Philadelphia-based artist and an assistant artist from the Stuart Weitzman School of Design. Students will learn different street art styles and techniques.

Systems Change Advocacy – Linda Delgado and Stephen St. Vincent

Inn at Penn 3600 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA

Linda Delgado is a Senior Advisor at the USDA. Stephen St. Vincent is the Deputy Director for Strategic Initiatives at the City of Philadelphia Managing Director's Office. Join MSSP class Law and Policy (MSSP 6310) to learn about the process of changing policies within government and how to make systems more accessible to all people. […]

Waiver Exam for MSSP 6300

The MSSP 6300 Course Waiver exam will take place via Zoom on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, from 9:00-11:00am EST. To register to take the MSSP 6300 Wavier Exam, fill out this form by Friday, August 11 at 9:00am EST. For more information, please email the MSSP program staff at: msspprogram@sp2.upenn.edu.

MSSP New Student On-Campus Orientation

Meet MSSP, SP2, and Penn staff, students, and advisors. Meet your student cohort and learn more about MSSP/+DA programs and events this fall!

MSSP Ice Cream Social

The MSSP program is welcoming back all MSSP/+DA students to SP2 this fall with an ice cream social. Join us in the Caster Building courtyard to informally connect with your classmates. We will have Vietnamese Iced Coffee, Mango Sticky Rice, Matcha Mochi, Black Raspberry Lemonade, and Peachy Lychee flavored ice pops.

MSSP End of Year Celebration

Caster Building - Lobby 3701 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA

Come say goodbye to 2023 and usher in 2024 with a celebration hosted by MSSP! Join us for food from Sang Kee Noodle House and rounds of trivia! RSVP here.

SP2 Wax & Unwind: Candle Making Night

Wax + Wine Candle Making Bar 144 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA

Get ready for an evening of creativity and indulgence! Student Affairs is proud to partner with MSSP, MSW, and NPL for an SP2 Wax & Unwind: Candle Making Night, where you’ll have the opportunity to craft your own custom candles. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect: Learn the art of candle making Choose […]

NPL/MSSP Crafting Comfort: DIY Home Decor Workshop

Please join the NPL and MSSP programs for a fun DIY workshop! Participants will create a unique home decor item utilizing a variety of tools and techniques, and using our collection of paints and non-toxic stains while guided by AR Workshop - Chestnut Hill crafty instructors. Participants will have the option to choose between designing […]