Politics
Phila. Mayor Cherelle Parker includes $14 million for UC Townhomes redevelopment in city budget
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's initial budget proposal excluded funding for the site, but community members, including City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, advocated for and ultimately secured the funds.
Penn researchers find abortion opinions had major influence in 2022 elections
A new study conducted by Penn researchers found that abortion significantly influenced votes during the 2022 elections.
Six U.S. House committee chairs send letter to Penn announcing expanded antisemitism investigation
In the letter, six Congressional committee chairs stated that the investigation would focus on “the use of federal funds at Penn and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee" amid concerns over alleged antisemitism on campus.
Former Penn President Amy Gutmann to resign as German ambassador, return to U.S.
Gutmann will step down from her position as the United States ambassador to Germany in mid-July, according to an internal memo sent to her colleagues.
Penn alum, former President Donald Trump convicted on 34 felony counts in historic criminal trial
The 34 charges — for falsifying business records — are related to a hush-money payment made to adult film star Stormy Daniels during Trump's 2016 campaign for the presidency.
Penn Jewish community leaders respond to encampment, campus protests
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with several Jewish students and faculty, including leaders of Penn Hillel, about their reactions to the Gaza Solidarity Encampment and subsequent protests on campus.
Penn's Committee on Open Expression calls for review of open expression guidelines after protests
The statement discussed the COE’s role in the University's response to the Gaza Solidarity Encampment and the possibility of making changes to the open expression guidelines.
A timeline of arrests, protests after the attempted takeover of Fisher-Bennett Hall
The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled a timeline of Friday night’s events, beginning when protesters first entered the building.
The Graduation Issue 2024: 2020-21 Year in Review
The year featured the 2020 presidential election between two Penn affiliates, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and several admissions-related records.
The Graduation Issue 2024: 2023-24 Year in Review
The 2023-24 academic year was characterized by the increased national spotlight on Penn due to a range of controversies on campus, increased student activism, and strong connections to national politics.
The Graduation Issue 2024: 2021-2022 Year in Review
The 2021-2022 academic year included various changes to Penn's policies for the COVID-19 pandemic, administrative changes, and several controversies.
College senior criticizes Penn’s response to antisemitism, encampment in Congressional testimony
In the hearing, Yakoby called for more decisive action from University administrators in response to alleged antisemitism at Penn, including during the recent Gaza Solidarity Encampment.
Penn responds to lawsuit by professors alleging 'McCarthyism' for preventing anti-Israel speech
The initial complaint alleges that efforts to investigate the University over alleged antisemitism on campus have threatened professors' academic freedom.
Penn faculty condemn University response to Gaza Solidarity Encampment at press conference
At 1 p.m., the American Association of University Professors held a press conference condemning the arrests of members of the Gaza Solidarity Encampment and the suppression of "nonviolent anti-war protest."
Shapiro, Casey praise Penn's decision to disband encampment amid local politician 'disappointment'
While several of Pennsylvania’s most high-profile politicians praised Penn’s move to disband the encampment, two politicians who represent Penn expressed deep concern about the University's conduct.
Police in riot gear arrest 33 protesters, including Penn students, at Gaza Solidarity Encampment
The arrests came nearly two week after pro-Palestinian activists pitched approximately 40 tents on College Green.
'Past time': Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro calls on Penn to disband pro-Palestinian encampment
“The University of Pennsylvania has an obligation to their safety,” he said. “It is past time for the university to act, to address this, to disband the encampment, and to restore order and safety on campus.”
Penn seeks discipline against nine encampment members, declines city presence at negotiations
The encampment spokesperson said that Penn’s administration “doubled down on their oppression toward the encampment” and referred nine students for disciplinary action yesterday.
From Washington to Moldova, eight alumni in politics discuss time at Penn
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with eight Penn alumni who have gone on to hold a diverse array of careers in politics — from the local level to overseas.