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PAACH panel discusses racism amid coronavirus, police murder of George Floyd
The Wednesday event, titled “Stopping the Hate and Starting to Heal: Living With and Through the COVID-19 Pandemic,” was the first in a series of panels hosted by the Pan-Asian American Community House.
Penn Med professor leads research team on repurposing drugs for COVID-19 treatment
Although the team has not found concrete results yet, Fajgenbaum said it has found drugs that show promise for treating coronavirus.
A Penn student allegedly yelled the N-word in a viral video. He says it’s not his voice.
The five-year-old video has prompted the University to look further into the matter.
Paideia Program announces 20 inaugural fellows who will take civic discourse seminars
The group of 20 inaugural fellows were selected for their commitment to “developing the knowledge, skills, and values needed for effective, ethical, and civil dialogue in a diverse world.”
PWH Borders and Boundaries code-a-thon raises money for COVID-19 relief
From June 1 to June 5, participants will help finalize the research group's dataset on border crossings by using Google Earth Pro to record infrastructure at border crossings.
Acme will open in October to fill vacancy left by The Fresh Grocer’s March closure
The store will feature a beer and wine shop, indoor and outdoor seating, and a Starbucks.
After 35 years of operation, Penn's Computer Connection retail store will close by June 30
Computer Connection, a technology retail store located in the Penn Bookstore, will permanently close due financial impacts from larger businesses, fewer product releases, and tight margins.
Penn Admissions makes SAT and ACT tests optional for the Class of 2025
Although students will be able to submit standardized test scores, those who do not submit will not be at a disadvantage.
Gutmann releases follow-up statement on the murder of George Floyd after citywide protests
While students appreciated that Gutmann named particular initiatives in her second email, many still felt it did not properly communicate what Penn could do to fight systemic racism and support students of color.
Error 404 exhibit showcases Fine Arts senior thesis projects — in virtual reality
The virtual art exhibition was created by 2020 College graduate Stara Diamond and 2020 College of Liberal and Professional Studies graduate Natalia Cabalceta.
Student groups mobilize to raise money, spread awareness following George Floyd’s murder
Amid protests over the police murder of George Floyd, Penn students have founded initiatives responding to police brutality in hopes of enacting change within the University community and beyond.
As vote counting continues, here are the early results of the Philadelphia primary races
Over 1.4 million Pennsylvanians requested mail-in ballots for this year's primary, approximately 13 times more than the count in the 2016 primary.
Penn in Washington to conduct classes and internship program virtually for fall semester
Penn in Washington typically features a cohort of 25 Penn undergraduate students, who take four credits in specified courses alongside an internship of the student's choice in Washington, D.C.
Students sell ‘Penndemic’-themed merchandise to raise money for Phila. COVID-19 Fund
Penn Quaranteam sells merchandise featuring both Penn-related and quarantine themed designs, ranging from various clothing items to stickers and homeware. All profits will be donated to the Philadelphia COVID-19 Fund.
With new leadership, Penn for Biden prepares for Nov. presidential election
Rising College junior Cassy Ingersoll and rising College senior Owen Voutsinas-Klose have been named the new co-chairs of Penn for Biden.
Religious students struggle to maintain community, traditions without in-person gatherings
Many practicing students of faith have felt a loss of community since federal public health and safety guidelines on limiting gatherings went into place in March.
Incoming first years around the world prepare for fall semester ahead of U. June decision
Until the University announces a decision about fall semester operations, incoming first years across the world remain in limbo about their future plans.u00a0
Despite mail-in ballot extension, delays may prevent some students from voting in primary
Although absentee voters now have until June 2 to mail their ballots, some Penn students who applied for a mail-in ballot from out of state may still be unable to vote because of delays in receiving their ballots.
Penn Law graduate starts podcast to stay connected with classmates during pandemic
Jeremiah Oteh, a 2020 Penn Law graduate, created Penn Law Perspectives in April, and has since hosted five guests who discuss the impact of the coronavirus on the life of Penn Law students.