Kensey Berry
Recent articles
Berry Nice | Cure environmental apathy
In a lot of ways, Penn is sustainably hypocritical. We have notable resources in place to become a more green campus but not the student motivation to do so.
Berry Nice | Slang is like Shakespeare
Though there are certain cases in which slang is unacceptable, generally, I’m in favor of its use. Slang, like Shakespeare, can offer new shades of meaning to our increasingly digital society.
Berry Nice | Thanks to Penn perks
Impatient as usual, I decided to get a head start on the list of things I'm thankful for with a campus perspective. Here’s a list of a few campus perks that don’t often get the recognition they deserve.
Berry Nice | Look past the streamers
A social event for charity? Sounds like an excuse to party with a clean conscience. But Greek philanthropic efforts raise awareness for a number of causes and donate thousands of dollars to different charitable organizations.
Berry Nice | LARPers deserve respect
At Penn, we claim to abide by the tenet that you can learn something from everyone. So, in true columnist fashion, I’m here to tell you why students should give LARPers the time of day.
Berry Nice | Think before you tweet
It’s time a certain social taboo is faced — we as college students need to re-evaluate what is and is not tolerable to publish on the internet.
Berry Nice | From SAS to SNL
Along with Wall Street, the entertainment industry is chalk full of former Quakers. If you’re thinking about pursuing a career in the entertainment industry, my advice: go for it.
Berry Nice | Weary of the McYoga Special
Yoga has transformed from a spiritual practice to a kickboxing alternative in order to cater to eager Americans. I worry that the trend could lead to bad karma for yoga in its purest form.
Berry Nice | Hold the meat, sometimes
“Weekday vegetarianism,” which involves choosing to forgo meat some of the time, is a movement that everyone can understand regardless of their views on animal rights.
Berry Nice | Worth it despite the mice
Despite the supposed inconvenience of having to cook my own meals, sort my own mail and call my own plumber when need be, moving off campus was one of the best decisions I ever made.
University breaks ground on Penn Park
Thanks to a $46 million expansion project, the now-desolate riverfront land wedged between Walnut and South Street will be transformed into a vibrant green oasis and state-of-the-art athletics facility.
U. breaks ground on Penn Park
The University broke ground Friday on the 24-acre development that is projected to be completed in 2011.
The Quad’s new Line
Just after 9 p.m.,“line announcement” ran on Facebook, Twitter and the Red and Blue Crew listserv, directing sports fans to McClelland Hall.
