Life at Jefferson

June 17, 2021
‘Better Than We Found It’ – Addressing Unconscious Bias in Higher Education
An occupational therapy student describes her struggle with whether to speak out or stay silent about bias while trying to learn and thrive.
June 16, 2021
My Coming Out Story
Take your time and do it for yourself, advises Jefferson graphic designer and alumnus.
May 27, 2021
Onward and Upward: Graduate Students Saluted at Commencement
See photos from the ceremonies for Sidney Kimmel Medical College and the Colleges of Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Population Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.
May 18, 2021
Class of 2021 Honored at 197th Commencement
Speakers praise graduates for their spirit, determination and resilience in the face of the pandemic.
May 11, 2021
Celebrating the Class of 2021
Graduating students reflect on their time at Jefferson as they look ahead to bright futures.
May 7, 2021
Creativity Sparkles at Celebration of Innovation
Seven student projects stem from interdisciplinary collaborations across the University.
April 20, 2021
“Stop AAPI Hate” – A Plea from a Community in Grief
A faculty member shares how violence against Asian American and Pacific Islanders has impacted her as a Vietnamese-American, and actionable steps that we can all take to stand in solidarity.
April 19, 2021
One Year Later: The COVID-19 Pandemic
A look back at how students, faculty and staff banded together to face unimaginably unexpected challenges in the face of a public-health crisis.
April 15, 2021
LGBTQ+ Curriculum Gap Leads to New Training Program for Jefferson Faculty and Staff
Transdisciplinary research team creates program for Sexual and Gender Minority Education and Training.
April 14, 2021
Making Conversations About Mental Health Mainstream
A Jefferson medical student uses social media to create educational content about mental health and illness, breaking stigma and barriers to getting help.
March 24, 2021
Sidney Kimmel Medical College Students Celebrate Unique Match Day
In joyful virtual ceremony, members of ‘a special class’ learn where they complete their residencies.