Alyssa Schwenk

That's what Schwenk said

College senior and former Editorial Page Editor Alyssa Schwenk is a pop-culture and higher-ed junkie originally from Iowa. Writing a column appearing every Monday is a project she's undertaken to fill her free time this semester. She's very bad with free time.
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Opinion Columns

That's What Schwenk Said | Soda tax would be more than just fizz

by Alyssa Schwenk | March 15, 2010 12:24AM

Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter’s plan to levy a tax on sugary beverages isn't perfect, but it's a start.

Opinion Columns

That's What Schwenk Said | Actually looking forward to Huntsman

by Alyssa Schwenk | March 1, 2010 12:43AM

Huntsman as a speaker has tremendous potential, and anybody carrying around actual anger about it really needs to take a breath.

Opinion Columns

That's What Schwenk Said | My graduation speaker wish list

by Alyssa Schwenk | February 22, 2010 1:17AM

Here are my picks for inspiring, albeit maybe alternative, choices for the Commencement speaker.

Opinion Columns

That's What Schwenk Said | A plan not to be taken for Grant-ed

by Alyssa Schwenk | February 8, 2010 12:00AM

I’m thrilled about Obama’s desire to expand the Pell Grant program for college students. It’s about damn time.

Opinion Columns

That's What Schwenk Said | Vegetarianism: more than just a trend

by Alyssa Schwenk | February 1, 2010 1:53AM

People are thinking about why they eat what they eat. And if you haven’t started thinking about it too, you need to start now.

Opinion Columns

That's What Schwenk Said | Minor changes, major problems

by Alyssa Schwenk | January 25, 2010 2:19AM

While the international development minor will be a welcome addition at Penn, similar majors shouldn’t be replacing traditional programs at Cash-Strapped State U.

Features/Columns

Furnishing your apartment for less

by Alyssa Schwenk | November 23, 2009 10:12PM

So, you’ve got a place to live, but now it’s time to furnish your new pad. What’s a budget-conscious student to do?

Opinion

Editorial | Controlling chatter

by we | April 24, 2009 1:00AM

On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives unfortunately rejected a measure that would ban hand-held cell-phone use while driving in the state of Pennsylvania. While the measure was harsh - it made talking on a hands-held phone a primary offense, meaning violators could be fined steeply - it was heading in the right direction and would have made a strong impact.