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Lipman Blog Barbershop Books Receives Recognition from Philadelphia Councilmember Advancing Community-Centered Literacy February 12, 2026 - Barbershop Books, the 2025 Lipman Grand Prize Winner, received a formal citation from Philadelphia Councilmember At-Large Jim Harrity. The recognition celebrates Barbershop Books’ impact in creating joyful, culturally responsive reading experiences for Black boys…Read More

Lipman Alumni Spotlight Fellows Leading Impact Around the World At the Lipman Family Prize, we’re continually inspired by the ways our Fellow Alumni carry forward the skills, insights, and connections from Penn into new roles for social impact. This feature spotlights Louisa Lincoln PhD'25, Jesús “Louie” Zúñiga MS'24 MSEd'24, and…Read More

Lipman Blog 2025 Graduate Reflections on the Lipman Fellowship Experience Graduates Reflect on their Lipman Fellow  Experience May 19, 2025 - Congratulations to all our Lipman fellows from the 2023-24 and 2024-25 cohorts who are graduating this year! Some of our fellows posted thoughtful reflections about their Lipman Prize fellowship…Read More

Lipman Blog 2024-25 Lipman Family Prize Fellows: Year in Review Lipman Fellowship Wraps Up with Closing Event April 25, 2025 - The 2024-25 Lipman Fellows came together one last time at our closing event held at Pipeline Philly to celebrate a year of growth, impact, and connection. The evening featured…Read More