Student Life
From shuttles to SEPTA, here's how Penn students can safely navigate campus transportation
The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled a guide to the transportation options every Penn student should know to navigate Penn's campus, Philadelphia, and beyond.
Penn’s best spots for caffeine, comfort, and late-night bites
The Daily Pennsylvanian's ultimate guide to campus dining, coffee spots, bars, BYOs, and late-night cravings.
Quad renovations prompt unusual first year housing options — and a new sushi spot
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with incoming first-year students and University administrators to learn more about the University's housing process.
Xfinity, The New York Times, and more: The perks of a PennCard
As the 2024-25 school year kicks off, The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled a list of perks that accompany being a Penn student to help ease the transition to campus.
NSO targets community-focused events after Penn task force recommendations
The program changes are part of Penn's efforts to respond to a difficult time on campus, according to New Student Orientation and Academic Initiatives Director David Fox.
What does ‘SABS-ing’ mean? 28 Penn phrases the Class of 2028 should know
Here’s a comprehensive list of terms and phrases to help you navigate the Penn student vernacular.
The essential Penn traditions to know, from toast throwing to Spring Fling
Here is a guide to the celebrations and events that every Penn student should know.
United RAs at Penn accuses University of violating union contract
URAP filed an Unfair Labor Practice Charge with the National Labor Relations Board on Aug. 12.
A capella group Penn Masala performs at Team India house at 2024 Paris Olympics
Penn Masala performed two shows at the Indian Olympic House, Team India’s base for the 2024 Paris Olympics, on Aug. 3 and Aug. 4 to crowds of hundreds.
Engineering School graduate student Matthew Hoyt died June 24
Vice Provost for University Life Karu Kozuma and Engineering School Dean Vijay Kumar notified members of the master of computer and information technology program of Hoyt’s passing in an email sent on July 19.
Schmear It purchases Lil Pop Shop’s West Philadelphia storefront, set to sell bagels and popsicles
While Lil Pop Shop popsicles are currently being sold at the storefront, Schmear It hopes to begin selling their full offering of bagels, popsicles and more out of the store this fall.
Recovery room and recreation lounge opens at Pottruck Health and Fitness Center
The new additions are meant to show that Pottruck isn’t just a gym, but also a recreation center for students to enhance their social wellness.
Penn Rocketry Team successfully launches rocket at Spaceport America Cup
The Spaceport America Cup is the largest intercollegiate rocket engineering competition for student engineers, with 152 teams participating this year.
‘Largest addiction rehabilitation center in the Northeast’ to come to University City
The 40-story building will have both inpatient and outpatient services. CSC, a real estate investment group, announced that the building will cost $300 million.
Penn resident advisor union unanimously ratifies first contract
The new two-year contract will provide RAs with a $3,000 stipend, 150 meals, and a $750 contract ratification payment for RAs who worked during the most recent spring semester.
National Research Conference at Penn to host inaugural event this fall
Project Lucid National Research Conference at Penn will host its inaugural National Research Conference at Penn on Oct. 4-5, during fall break.
Ginger Arts Center, hub for youth-led art and activism, opens in Philadelphia’s Chinatown
The center features youth-led programming, teach-ins, and workshops, providing youth with the opportunity to engage with art through professional-grade equipment.
Penn Libraries partner with Wiley Publishing to expand open access publishing and research
Effective from 2024 to 2026, the three-year agreement provides Penn students, professors, and researchers with the ability to publish their work to Wiley’s global academic and extensive library.
Jameson shares final reports from Penn antisemitism task force, Commission on Countering Hate
Jameson wrote that the task force and commission held listening sessions, reviewed emails, called in subject experts, and conducted surveys to produce the final reports.
