The Graduation Issue 2026: A centuries-long history of Penn’s Commencement
The University held its first Commencement in 1757 at its original Old City campus, just two years after Penn’s charter was established.
The University held its first Commencement in 1757 at its original Old City campus, just two years after Penn’s charter was established.
Ahead of the primary elections on May 19, The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled a comprehensive ballot guide detailing where to vote on campus, candidates on the ticket, and an explanation of two city-wide ballot measures.
As he prepares to take the helm of one of the world’s largest corporations, Ternus’ former classmates, teammates, and mentors say the traits defining his career have been visible for decades.
On Saturday, a collegiate record fell and Americans won the boys’ 4x400-meter Championship of America for the first time in nineteen years.
The sophomore pole vaulter scored a new personal record on his way to the top.
As temperatures rose, the competition intensified as Penn track and field athletes joined competitors of all ages on the hill, the field, and the oval.
At the nation’s largest and most historic relay event, support comes from near and far.
2008 College graduate and EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas told the crowd that there “is no other way to protect the victims of harassment or discrimination” without collecting their personal information.
The April 13 motion to stay argued the University was “likely to prevail on the appeal” and would face “irreparable injury absent a stay.”
McCormick and Fetterman's bipartisan support for the ruling comes after several legal scholars and community advocates criticized the judge’s decision.
College senior Jake Zubkoff — who formerly served as a member of Penn Hillel’s executive board — described the ruling as “a major violation of privacy as a student.”
This year’s Quaker Days — which took place between April 13 and 15 — featured both University-wide events and programming tailored to each of Penn’s four undergraduate schools.
Student leaders also shared feedback on the guidelines during an April 29 meeting of the University Council.
Ahead of the May 19 primary elections, The Daily Pennsylvanian examined each candidate’s time at Penn and their vision for higher education policy.
Hosted by the artificial intelligence platform OnGov in collaboration with Penn’s Fels Institute of Government and Venture Lab, 1776 Lab took place on April 17.
Pottruck Health and Fitness Center and Penn Libraries will host therapy dogs, serve free food, and put on various activities to help students to relax ahead of finals period.
While Penn has shown a commitment to sustainability dating back to the 1970s, the first University-sponsored sustainability initiative was created in 2007.
After breaking the African shot put record this year, the freshman thrower is ready for more.
Hockey at Penn started in the late 19th century with a team that played other schools on the Schuylkill River during the winter freeze.
Thrower was named to the all-tournament team at the end of Penn’s title winning run at Ivy Madness.
When the senior breaststroke specialist first came to Penn, he wasn’t even sure if he had a spot on the team.
Freshman pitcher Ben Moulin had career night in the third game of the series to lead the Quakers to first in Ivy League standings.
130 years later, Penn Relays remains an American track tradition.
Former News Editor Ben Binday reflects on his time at the DP.
Former Assignments Editor Ella Sohn reflects on her time at the DP.
Former Business Manager Zain Qureshi reflects on his time at the DP.
Former Copy Editor Charlotte Bott reflects on her time at the DP.
Former Sports Editor Sean McKeown reflects on his time at the DP.
As the University prepares to gather input on its draft through listening sessions this week, students and faculty raised concerns about the revised role and structure of the Committee on Open Expression.
The Wharton School announced in February that Wharton Cohorts and the Successful Transition and Empowerment Program will be housed under a singular banner.
Using the rosters for each Penn sport, The Daily Pennsylvanian collected data on the 848 student-athletes currently playing sports.