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Penn community divided on pro-Palestinian group ban, question University approach
PAO’s ban has surprised the Penn community, with students, faculty, activist organizations, and politicians expressing concerns about free speech and the University’s lack of transparency regarding the reasoning behind the decision.
Penn alum reflects on service as member of nominating panel for Philadelphia school board
In an interview with The Daily Pennsylvanian, Toy discussed his career trajectory in Philadelphia, the board’s nomination process, and Parker’s final selection.
Long-awaited trial to begin for suspected murderer of former Penn student Blaze Bernstein
Samuel Woodward, the man accused of murdering Bernstein, will go to trial on Tuesday.
Protestors allege ‘robotic dogs’ produced by Penn spinout are involved in Israel-Hamas war
The protestors allege that Ghost Robotics is selling robots to Israel's military to be utilized in the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
FGLI Dean’s Advisory Board commemorates life of College sophomore Nathaniel Gordon
The March 30 statement points to the barriers that FGLI students face at Penn — including club fees, textbook costs, and "outright discrimination."
‘Brazen and absurd’: Penn professor Amy Wax criticizes recommended sanctions in new interview
Wax referred to the University speech code as both “partisan” and “bullshit.”
Penn Ukrainian Student Association reflects on efforts to preserve, celebrate Ukrainian culture
Penn Ukrainians is a student organization that aims to preserve and promote Ukrainian culture, connect Ukrainian students on campus, and raise awareness about Ukraine and Ukrainian culture, according to its leadership.
Wharton alum reflects on Penn education after striking $500,000 Shark Tank deal
After the episode aired on March 15, Strzalka spoke with The Daily Pennsylvanian about creating the app and how the skills she gained at Penn contributed to her entrepreneurial efforts.
Over 200 community members attend Matisyahu performance at Penn Hillel
Matisyahu — a Jewish American, Grammy-nominated Reggae artist — came to Penn through an invitation from Penn Hillel.
House education committee passes bill mandating free speech for federal higher education funding
If enacted, the bill would require colleges and universities to disclose its policies on speech, association, and religion in order to receive Title IV funding from the federal government.
Pro-Palestinian activists demand Penn admin. drop disciplinary charges in petition
The petition calls on Penn to dismiss the ongoing disciplinary cases against five students who took part in a Feb. 19 study-in at Van Pelt Library.
Two new plaintiffs join amended lawsuit against Penn over antisemitism on campus
The amended complaint includes two new plaintiffs — Wharton and Engineering junior Noah Rubin and Students Against Antisemitism, Inc.
Penn reaffirms commitment to repatriate museum’s Native American cultural objects
Academic Policy Committee Chair David Ertel led the voting process for the resolutions, which each passed unanimously and without discussion.
Penn junior criticizes University response to antisemitism during congressional roundtable
Wharton and Engineering junior Noah Rubin spoke at the Feb. 28 roundtable alongside students from eight other universities.
Penn's United Minorities Council, 2027 Class Board host intercultural fair at Houston Hall
Penn's United Minorities Council co-hosted their annual cultural fair event with the Class of 2027 board on Feb. 28 in Houston Hall.
Three-day symposium celebrates 50th anniversary of gender scholarship and advocacy at Penn
The symposium, which lasts from Feb. 29 to March 2, features a variety of faculty, scholars, and alumni across GSWG, FGT, and PWS.
6ABC News Anchor Nydia Han speaks about anti-Asian hate and broadcast journalism at Penn
The discussion, hosted by center director and sociology professor Hyunjoon Park, centered on Han's experience embracing her identity as a Korean-American and her fight against Asian hate through the lens of broadcast journalism.
Inside Du Bois: Residential community celebrates community, reflects on house’s challenges
Residents have celebrated the dorm’s strong sense of community while describing ongoing challenges with amenities and the dorm selection process.
Pro-Palestinian activists who participated in Van Pelt Library study-in to face disciplinary action
According to a Feb. 27 press release, five students received a memo that their involvement in the study-in was grounds for "disciplinary proceedings."