Guided Search: In the News

Global Philadelphia Association is proud to announce the appointment of Alan Luxenberg to the Presidency of Foreign Policy Research Institute, a GPA Member organization. Mr. Luxenberg, who had been FPRI's acting president for a year, has served the organization since 1976, when he was still a student at the University of Pennsylvania, and over the years has served in virtually every position within the organization.

Tom Morr offers insights into establishing non-stop air service between Philadelphia and Far East destinations.

For the first time in Peace Day’s history, people and organizations across Philadelphia, including many GPA members, will participate in this global day of ceasefire, non-violence, and community-building through a variety of events and activities that explore and encourage the various meanings of peace.

National Geographic Adventure Magazine once referred to Mr. Atkins as the "Houdini of fast escapes from international prisons.” Recently, the Travel4Health online community recognized Mr. Atkins' achievements in an article discussing the services and expertise he provides.

On December 12th, 2011, 55 illustrious GPA members gathered at the National Constitution Center to exchange ideas and continue developing Philadelphia's stature as a global city.

Click this story to watch video excerpts from GPA's live, television interview with Bonnie Squires of Bonnie's Beat.

LIGHTFAIR International (LFI), the world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference, will return to Philadelphia's Convention Center in April 2013.

On Sunday October 16, UNA-GP celebrated the 30th Anniversary of World Food Day by hosting a symposium on food politics and innovative agricultural practices. The day's speakers included Dr. Marion Nestle, Dr. Scott Poethig, and Roxanne Christensen

The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and BGI, the world's largest genomics institute, today announced they have formed a partnership, [email protected], to conduct large-scale human genome sequencing and bioinformatics analysis at a newly established, state-of-the-art Joint Genome Center at Children's Hospital.

Zabeth Teelucksingh reflects upon the very successful International Student and Scholars Welcome Reception, held Friday October 21 at the Penn Museum.