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Penn Carey Law clinic files complaint against Pa. correctional facility’s treatment of immigrants
The Transnational Legal Clinic filed a complaint alleging that Pike County Correctional Facility is neglecting detained people's rights regarding access to phone calls and legal counsel.
A cappella group Penn Masala performs at White House for Indian Prime Minister’s state visit
Penn Masala, an a cappella group that fuses South Asian and Western music, performed for Narendra Modi's state visit to the White House.
New acai bowl and bubble tea locations open in University City as acai bowl chain SoBol closes
Gong Cha and Playa Bowls opened their doors to the public for the first time this month, while SoBol suddenly closed.
University Trustees review Class of 2027 admissions statistics, establish new academic departments
In addition to hearing the admissions report for the Class of 2027, Board of Trustees approved resolutions to establish a Department of Cinema and Media Studies and a Department of Historic Preservation.
Penn Med reports $160 million in operating profits for fiscal year 2023
The University of Pennsylvania Health System saw an increase in profits compared to 2022, according to its financial summary for the nine month period ending March 31.
Penn Medicine ends participation in U.S. News and World Report rankings
The hospital system, which has placed on the "Best Hospitals" Honor Roll for 16 consecutive years, cited “a greater need for transparency” and “access to more comprehensive quality data” in the decision to withdraw.
Penn alum Nina Ahmad could be Philadelphia's first South Asian City Councilmember
Ahmad, who would be the first South Asian person and first immigrant in recent memory to serve on the Philadelphia City Council, spoke to the DP about her experience in public service and goals for the position.
President Joe Biden kicks off re-election campaign with Philadelphia visit and rally
Biden, a former Penn Professor of Presidential Practice, spoke at a rally hosted by union federation AFL-CIO after assessing the damage on Interstate 95 from a helicopter.
LGBT Center Associate Director Malik Muhammad to transition to new University Life role
Muhammad will be the inaugural Director of Inclusion Initiatives and Social Justice Education at University Life starting July 1.
Penn moves forward with design for new Student Performing Arts Center
The design for the $75 million Student Performing Arts Center includes two theaters, five rehearsal studios, and teaching and practice spaces.
Magic Carpet food truck for sale as owners prepare to retire
The popular food truck will close on June 30 after serving the Penn community with Middle Eastern vegetarian goods for nearly 40 years.
Penn paid Amy Gutmann $23 million in final year as president, including 18-year compensation package
The tax filings show that most of Gutmann’s 2021 earnings accumulated over the course of her 18-year tenure as president, in the form of deferred compensation and investment gains.
29 Penn students and alumni receive 2023 Fulbright grants
The Fulbright Program grant recipients will have the opportunity to pursue graduate study, conduct research, or teach English internationally for up to 12 months.
Penn Med to close Penn Presbyterian inpatient addiction treatment program
Penn Med's inpatient addiction program will close in July after all current patients have completed their 30-day stays.
DPS anticipates traffic delays for 'foreseeable future' due to Interstate 95 collapse
After a section of I-95 partially collapsed, Pennsylvania state police closed lanes in both directions between the Woodhaven and Aramingo exits.
‘Chaos for our city’: Protesters march against proposed 76ers stadium near Chinatown
Attendees rallied against gentrification for almost four hours during Saturday's Chinatown march.
1968 Wharton graduate, former President Donald Trump indicted on 37 charges in classified documents case
Trump is the first former president to be indicted on federal charges.
New Penn GSWS course to feature interdisciplinary approach to disability studies
"Introduction to Disability Studies" will be offered for the first time this fall, providing students with the opportunity to explore disability through an interdisciplinary lens.
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks in Philadelphia at union leaders’ meeting
In a recent visit to Philadelphia, Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted the achievements of local unions and the Biden administration's commitment to workers' rights.