Student Life
Penn Museum, Libraries launch Ainu-themed exhibit and documentary screening
The Penn Museum, in collaboration with the Penn Libraries, recently launched various Ainu-themed programming, including a documentary screening and an ongoing exhibit on Ainu representation in media.
Penn partners with Santander Bank for professional immersion experience in Philadelphia
The course is a collaboration with Penn English Language Programs, an intensive English-language curriculum for international students and professionals.
SCUE officially launches 2025 white paper at event encouraging dialogue, student-led change
The event, which took place at Houston Hall, celebrated the work of SCUE members and acknowledged the contributions of various advisors and partner organizations in the creation of the white paper.
Super Bowl screen printing event draws hundreds of attendees with student-designed Eagles merch.
Fine Arts and Design students worked on designs themed around the Eagles, incorporating trends from this season to create unique prints.
Path@Penn launches new course planning feature
Students can access the Path Plans tool by selecting the “Primary Plan” button on the Path@Penn webpage.
Mask and Wig Club's 136th production begins run, takes audiences to Hollywood
This year's spring show follows the story of Kit, an aspiring screenwriter pitching his newest script to the big Hollywood stage.
How Penn is celebrating Black History Month, from panels to murals and music
The Penn community — from cultural groups to the University at large — has organized a variety of programs throughout February to celebrate Black History Month.
Raxx Vintage pop-up store opens on Walnut Street
The pop-up — bringing vintage clothing, accessories, furniture, and books to University City — will remain in the space until January 2026
How black squirrels became Penn’s unofficial ‘mascot’
Black squirrels — frequently found all over Penn’s grounds — were likely introduced over 200 years ago and are now part of an unofficial campus culture.
January at Penn: Looking back at major headlines that kicked off the past five years
The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled some key moments from past Januarys to paint a picture of Penn's campus at the start of the last four years.
Penn research associates, postdocs announce majority support for unionization at rally
The rally called for the formation of Research Associates and Postdocs United at Penn and comes amidst a larger wave of union organizing taking place at Penn.
Wharton Undergraduate Healthcare Club annual conference explores health care systems around the world
The conference, entitled “Healthcare Beyond Borders,” included talks from two keynote speakers, panel sessions, and a career fair, with representatives from Perelman School of Medicine, Boston Consulting Group, and Prenuvo Medical Group.
Chabad at Penn hosts IDF soldiers to discuss Oct. 7 Hamas attack
The Jan. 21 event — titled "Courage & Sacrifice" — featured IDF combat medic Saar Arie and IDF observer Maya Desiatnik.
Peer counseling group Penn Benjamins to unveil new wellness events this spring
The group was founded in 2014 with the goal of providing a confidential and comfortable space for students to talk.
Penn University Life departments relocate to new office space above McDonald's
The move marks a step towards the University’s goal to streamline student support services by housing multiple departments under one roof.
From Colombia to California, meet three early decision admitted students from Penn’s Class of 2029
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with three early decision admitted members of the Class of 2029 about their journeys to Penn and what excites them most about the next four years.
William Levy donates $42 million to Penn's College of Arts and Sciences for scholarship fund
The estate donation — which brings his lifetime contributions to Penn to $50 million — will establish the William J. Levy Endowed Scholarship Fund to support over 40 students annually.
Year in Review: The top stories that defined Penn in 2024
Interim Penn President Larry Jameson’s first year in the position was marked by heightened campus activism, labor organization, and continued administrative policy changes and fallout.
Year in Review: Penn completes two new buildings, first phase of Quad renovations
The completion of two new buildings marked significant infrastructural developments on Penn’s campus this past year, with additional construction projects set to break ground in 2025.
