Opinion
Jack Lakis | Flipped classrooms aren’t putting the wind in my SAIL
Columnist Jack Lakis claims that Penn’s SAIL initiative is missing the mark for students.
Philadelphia Graduate Students | A response to the dismantling of the Gaza Solidarity Encampment
Philadelphia-area graduate student workers come together to criticize Penn’s decision to dismantle the Gaza Solidarity Encampment.
Eyal Yakoby | The mischaracterization of the encampment is dangerous to the Penn community
Guest Columnist Eyal Yakoby writes about how the fabrication of what has happened on Penn’s campus furthers harm to students and undermines peaceful protest.
The Graduation Issue 2024: Columns from the DP's graduating seniors
Senior columns cover the highs and lows of Penn, and everything in between.
Imran Siddiqui | Finding your space
Former Editor-in-Chief Imran Siddiqui reflects on what his time at the DP taught him about the work that goes into creating meaningful change on campus and beyond.
Eashwar Kantemneni | Keeping an open mind
Former Deputy Sports Editor Eashwar Kantemneni takes us through his initial dislike for journalism, to The DP becoming an integral part of his college experience.
Walden Green | It’s about the cones
Former Street editor-in-chief Walden Green reflects on the DP’s internal politicking, and why we shouldn’t lose sight of what really matters.
Julia Fischer | Fact-check: ‘Curiosity killed the cat’
Former Copy Editor Julia Fischer contemplates a college experience defined by curiosity and encourages others to investigate and explore.
Jesse Zhang | Cheers to never having it 'normal'
Former DP President Jesse Zhang reflects on the abnormality of his time at Penn, finding resilience and purpose in navigating unprecedented times.
Esther Lim | Dear sports
Former Sports Editor Esther Lim reflects on her favorite moments of action in Penn sports.
Matthew Frank | Memories from the DP’s only section that matters
Former Sports Editor Matthew Frank reflects on four years in one of the strangest niches in journalism: college sports.
Fiona Miller | Ambitions, amnesia, and ambivalence
Columnist Fiona Miller encourages students to remember and revive abandoned aspirations.
Emily Chang | Check your email, it may just change your life
Former Deputy Opinion Editor and podcast host Emily Chang, reflects on her positive Penn experience, thanks to one email that thankfully altered her future.
Caroline Magdolen | This could be your call to adventure
Former Opinion Editor Caroline Magdolen recounts her journey through The DP and the value of storytelling.
Riane Lumer | The social clock is ticking, according to who?
Columnist and former Podcast Editor Riane Lumer reflects on her path to Penn while warning against submitting to rigid timelines for experiences in your life.
Allyson Nelson | If you love something, let it go
Former Copy Editor Allyson Nelson details how pursuing multiple interests can help you appreciate their individual importance.
Tulia Falleti | The aftermath I had feared is here
Guest columnist Tulia Falleti writes to resign from the position of Chair of the Faculty Senate.
George Honig | It was a mistake to send in the police to end the encampment
Guest columnist George Honig argues Penn administration should not have sent in police to end the encampment.
Letter to the Editor from Penn Faculty Against Antisemitism | In response to the end of the encampment
Members of Penn Faculty Against Antisemitism write a letter to the editor in response to the ongoing tension at Penn.