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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.
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.
Penn Vet professor Andrew Modzelewski named 2024 Packard Fellow for Science and Engineering
Andrew Modzelewski was named a 2024 Packard Fellow for Science and Engineering for his research in ancient viruses and mobile elements known as retrotransposons.
Renata’s Kitchen partners with University City District to host fall event for families
University City District, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the neighborhood, partnered with Renata’s in an effort to sponsor a family-friendly event in the West Philadelphia community.
Penn Global announces creation of Middle East Distinguished Visiting Scholars Initiative
Through the Penn Global Middle East Distinguished Visiting Scholars Initiative, announced on Oct. 28, up to two regional senior scholars per year will spend a semester at Penn leading courses and discussions about the dynamics of the Middle East.
Who’s who on the ballot for Philadelphia voters in the 2024 general election?
The Penn community will be voting on races up and down the 2024 general election ballot.
Penn political groups report difficulties hosting events as new policies limit organizing
Penn College Republicans and Penn Democrats, the University’s largest partisan political organizations, told The Daily Pennsylvanian that they have faced difficulties registering events on campus.
Penn’s state rep. talks handling of College Green encampment, plans for next term in DP interview
Krajewski reflected on the disadvantages he faced while attending Penn as a low-income student of color, and how he plans to combat those inequities as a policymaker.
With Election Day approaching, the stakes are high for Penn, Pennsylvania, and the nation
As Election Day approaches, The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with several Penn political groups about the importance of the 2024 election and what they believe is at stake.
House antisemitism report publishes Penn disciplinary data, internal admin. correspondence
The report by the United States House Committee on Education and the Workforce includes the committee’s findings from its yearlong investigation of several higher education institutions, including Penn.
DP Daybreak | Penn bans Homecoming darties
Also, Penn Libraries staffers unionized.
‘Laws must be enforced’: Penn defends off-campus search amid mounting politician, community criticism
The statement marks Penn's first official comment since the Oct. 18 search, while both external and internal pressure continues to mount on University administrators for it.
Penn bans daytime parties on Homecoming, sparking student outrage
While students have historically marked Homecoming with daytime parties thrown by greek organizations on and around campus, Penn's new protocols prohibit parties during official Homecoming activities on Nov. 16.
Penn hosts annual Family Weekend featuring academic, recreational programming
The Office of Student Affairs planned seminars, tours, performances, and presentations tailored to different visitors.
Students, professor reflect on 'flipped classroom' approach for computer science classes
The SAIL method uses class time that is typically used for instructor lecturing to emphasize active engagement and student participation.
Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell talks college admissions, sports, and journalism with the DP
At the sold-out event, which was the first Authors@Wharton event of the academic year, Gladwell showcased his latest book "Revenge of the Tipping Point: Overstories, Superspreaders, and the Rise of Social Engineering."
Penn Libraries staff officially unionizes after months-long delay in election vote count
The vote passed by a 40-27 margin, and roughly 90 library staff members will join the union.