Covid
Trump campaign sues Pennsylvania's county elections boards over mail-in ballot drop boxes
Mail-in ballot drop boxes became a central part of the Pennsylvania primary this year, which was delayed from April 28 to June 2 in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.
New fall course will study how COVID-19 exposes inequalities in U.S. and Latin America
The speaking intensive seminar, taught in English, will study foundational critical theory alongside recent media, activism, and policy to analyze the pandemic's impact on poor communities and people of color.
As Penn goes test optional, prospective athletes still must submit scores
The admissions process for Penn athletes is a delicate and complex intertwining of NCAA policies, Ivy League policies, Penn’s general admissions criteria, and more specifically, Penn Athletics’ requirements.
Photo Essay | Flags, flyovers, and fireworks: Phila. celebrates July Fourth amid pandemic
Independence Day celebrations in Philadelphia, the birthplace of America, looked very different this year amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Military aircrafts flew over the city, protesters filled the streets, and unofficial fireworks lit up the sky.
Varun Saraswathula | What it means to be an American today
Personal liberty is the argument used to hide the crux of the issue, which is that individuals unwilling to wear masks simply don’t value the lives of others around them as much as they value their own.
Stephanie Yoon | Students returning in fall should take a COVID-19 online orientation
The online orientation should list how the virus spreads, preventative measures, and the consequences when breaking the Student Campus Compact.
Incoming first years remain positive about fall, despite concerns about social life, health
While students expressed an understanding of the importance of coronavirus prevention measures, they believe the restrictions on large gatherings and in-person classes will negatively affect their semester.
COVID-19 extends construction projects seven weeks, delays $50 million of costs
The renovation of the first floor of College Hall and the Wharton Academic Research Building, have been delayed, while New College House West remains on schedule following a partial shutdown of construction.
With most fall classes online, incoming transfer students worry about social transition
While they will be present on campus in the fall, incoming transfers are concerned that online instruction and the Student Campus Compact will make the transition to the University more difficult than normal.
Editorial | The fall semester will be mostly online. Tuition and fees should reflect that.
Though the economic downturn is hurting everyone in America, including private institutions like Penn, the burden should not be placed on students to recuperate the University’s money.
Pride | A spring football season is the Ivy League's only option
A spring season would not only keeps players safe, it would expose Ivy football to a national audience and allow for a postseason to take place.
Intl. students hesitant to return to campus, citing travel restrictions and COVID-19 risks
Responses to an AIS survey so far suggest “no clear majority” among the three options — going back, staying home, or unsure — for what international students plan to do in the fall.
Annenberg creates virtual reality video demonstrating treatment for coronavirus patients
Through operation on a mannequin, the video depicts a doctor treating a COVID-19 patient suffering from respiratory failure.
A coronavirus check-in with Penn men's soccer
In many ways, the team has become even closer in quarantine, as players must expend effort and energy if the team environment and culture is to survive.
All Nursing courses, besides labs and clinicals, will be conducted online in fall 2020
Regardless of size, all Penn Nursing lectures, seminars, and discussion groups will be conducted online in the fall, according to a June 29 announcement from Nursing School faculty. Clinicals and simulation and skills labs — the majority of which were moved online last semester — will still be held in person in the fall.
Penn students launch online learning platforms to educate young students during COVID-19
After the coronavirus pandemic began interfering with students’ summer plans, leaving many with ample free time, some Penn students ventured to create organizations that provide online educational opportunities for young students.
Jessica Gooding | Penn made the wrong decision. Don’t come back to campus.
With no vaccine or treatment in sight, we are lagging in resources to keep up with our accustomed pace. Members of the Penn community will inevitably get sick.
New visa restrictions won’t affect most Penn intl. students. Many still remain worried.
Penn’s international students are worried about their long-term prospects in the United States following President Donald Trump’s recent announcement that will institute sweeping restrictions on work visa availability to foreign nationals.
The DP spoke with two of Penn’s health experts. Here’s what you need to know about fall 2020.
Chief Wellness Officer Benoit Dubé and Director of Campus Health Ashlee Halbritter discussed health and safety initiatives for bringing students back to campus, including the Student Campus Compact, and emphasized that many specifics of Penn's plan remain fluid.