9/11 10Th Anniversary Issue
Penn's dual-sport athletes face unique challenges but rare rewards
Penn's coaches have been highly receptive to the idea of dual-sport athletes, despite some of the challenges they pose in terms of offseason programming.
Wharton Dean Erika James joins Pomona College board of trustees
Wharton Dean Erika James will oversee leadership, planning, and resources at Pomona College effective on July 1, 2024.
Sigal Ben-Porath named next faculty director of Stavros Niarchos Foundation Paideia Program
Professor Ben-Porath, who has taught in the Graduate School of Education since 2004, will step into the role Sept. 1.
Meet the Lion Man: Penn baseball's Ryan Dromboski is larger than life
After sparse appearances during his freshman season, Dromboski credits a change in his mindset with turning him into the Ivy League Pitcher of the Year.
Christie Novatin is ready to help Penn softball rise
After an 8-37 campaign in 2023, Novatin hopes to restore the Red and Blue's previous success.
Sarah Banet-Weiser to become next dean of the Annenberg School for Communication
Banet-Weiser will assume her new role as dean of the Annenberg School for Communication on Aug. 14, according to the announcement from Penn President Liz Magill.
Carnathan | The Sports Scene: Will attending Penn sports ever be cool?
The tides of social culture on campus are one of the biggest culprits behind Penn's lack of athletic enthusiasm.
Penn Nursing hosts first Summer Innovation Institute focused on design, health equity
The workshop, which was held for five days on Penn's campus, brought together healthcare professionals from diverse backgrounds to focus on equity-centered design and innovation.
Transformation and tradition: Ted Ruger’s eight years as the dean of Penn Carey Law
During his term, Ruger managed the COVID-19 pandemic and facilitated efforts to make Penn Carey Law more diverse and the legal field more accessible. He was succeeded by Professor Sophia Lee.
Penn Med signs letter of intent to purchase Brandywine Hospital with Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Penn Med will use the Chester County hospital facility to provide physical and mental health care services to veterans in collaboration with the United States Department of Veteran Affairs.
Wharton Undergraduate Director of Student Life Lee Kramer steps down from position
As Wharton Undergraduate Director of Student Life Lee Kramer steps down, he reflects on his time at Penn and plans for the future.
Federal investigation finds that former Penn professor engaged in research misconduct
An investigation by the Office of Research Integrity found that former Penn professor William Armstead misrepresented the results of his research in five published papers and various grant materials.
Max Brody | Halal Eating Doesn’t End After Eid
Columnist Max Brody explains how Penn’s apparent oversight in inclusive eating options may restrict Muslim students’ access to food.
Hanadi Abdulkadir | A letter to Class of 2027 Philly Natives
Columnist Hanadi Abdulkadir writes to the incoming class, specifically those from the city of Philadelphia.
Brett Seaton | Penn can continue affirmative action with private financing
Columnist Brett Seaton walks through the steps Penn can take to continue affirmative action while preserving the endowment.
Rue Landau could become Philadelphia’s first LGBTQ City Councilmember
The DP spoke with Landau about her motivations, goals, and optimism for the future of Philadelphia.
Mei Long named new PAACH director
Long, who previously served as an associate director of academic affairs and advising in Wharton, stepped into her position as PAACH director on July 3.
Adeoluwa Fatukasi | Black students need more than pre-professional opportunities
Columnist Adeoluwa Fatukasi emphasizes the need for more travel programs for Black students as she reflects on the impact study abroad has had on her Penn career.
A 'broken' system: Penn students, professor reflect on student loans following Supreme Court ruling
Members of the Penn community who spoke with the DP agreed that the current federal student loan system is flawed, but proposed different solutions to address the issue.