Amy Gutmann
Amy Gutmann was appointed the eighth president of Penn in 2004. Read recent articles about Amy Gutmann below.
Pa. State Senator Nikil Saval discusses local civic engagement with Asian Pacific Student Coalition
College senior and APSC Chair Taryn Flaherty moderated the event, asking State Sen. Saval questions about his background, career, and involvement in politics before transitioning to a Q&A segment.
Six Penn faculty members elected to National Academy of Medicine
NAM recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the medical sciences, health care, and public health and demonstrate professional achievement and commitment to service.
Faculty group condemns Penn's temporary protest guidelines, alleging academic freedom violations
AAUP-Penn criticized the University's implementation of the guidelines, and alleged a failure by the University to uphold academic freedom.
Brian Barth | Exemplifying disagreement
Columnist Brian Barth examines the 2024 David and Lyn Silfen Forum.
Head coach of Memphis Grizzlies Taylor Jenkins returns to Penn
The 2007 Wharton graduate sat down with the Wharton Undergraduate Sports Business Club ahead of his team's game against the 76ers.
Penn football secures first Ivy League win with 38-28 victory at Brown
The Quakers led from beginning to end in the match up against the Bears.
Elijah Ramirez | Hocus pocus: Voters, please focus
Columnist Elijah Ramirez implores students to take advantage of the power that voting gives them.
Zaid Alsubaiei | For Palestine and Lebanon
Columnist Zaid Alsubaiei acknowledges the suffering in Gaza and Lebanon perpetrated by the Israeli Defense Forces and argues that Israel has violated international law.
Marie Dillard | At the epicenter, the power and pressure of voting in a swing state
Columnist Marie Dillard explores the unique experience of moving to a politically charged swing state during a pivotal election, reflecting on the privilege of voting and the diverse perspectives of first-time voters amidst an overwhelming climate of campaigning.
Memphis Grizzlies hold practice at Penn ahead of matchup with 76ers
Memphis held their morning shootaround on campus as head coach and alumnus Taylor Jenkins returns to Penn.
Piper Slinka-Petka | Consider choosing Penn (State)
Columnist Piper Slinka-Petka challenges current and prospective Penn students to reconsider their perceptions of elite higher education by highlighting that success is not synonymous with prestige.
99.1% of political donations from Penn faculty have gone to Democrats since 2023
Members of Penn's faculty have donated about $470,000 in political donations to federally registered political committees since the beginning of 2023.
Penn affinity groups discuss the issues shaping their vote on Election Day
Issues the groups highlighted as important include environmental stewardship, immigration policy, and reproductive justice.
Penn appoints new co-directors of Masters of Science in Health Policy program
The filling of these positions come after the leave of former director Pete Groeneveld earlier this year following student allegations of discrimination and an investigation into his conduct.
How Penn’s controversies became a lightning rod for national political discourse
The University has attracted attention in debates around elite influence, free expression, and the role of higher education in society.
Carnathan | Banning Homecoming parties won't manufacture sports spirit
The University’s latest effort to get fans in the stands oversteps a modern campus tradition.
Interim Penn President Larry Jameson appointed to Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Board
Former Penn presidents Liz Magill and Amy Gutmann both previously served on the Board during their presidential tenures.
Penn professor Leslie Richards to step down as SEPTA general manager, CEO
Richards's departure comes at a heightened time for the company as they brace for potential fare hikes, service cuts, and debates with their unionized workers.
Penn Nursing, Medicine study correlates handheld cellphone use and risky driving in new drivers
This study was published by JAMA Network Open on Oct. 17 and supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.