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Over 9,500 students applied to Penn through the Early Decision Program — an increase from last year’s total of over 8,500 applications — according to the University announcement.
2020 Penn Engineering graduate Luigi Mangione was indicted on one count of first-degree murder and two counts of second-degree murder — along with eight additional charges — in the UnitedHealthcare CEO case on Dec. 17.
Hosley becomes the first athlete to win the Offensive Player of the Year in program history and third player under coach Ray Priore to receive the Bushnell Cup.
“Her comments regarding the shooting of Brian Thompson in New York City were antithetical to the values of both the School of Arts and Sciences and the University of Pennsylvania,” Kallberg wrote in the statement.
Columnist Samra Lulseged critiques how Penn’s self-segregation culture and adherence to social norms deepens the divide between various groups and deprives students of diverse interconnection.
Columnist Ingrid Holmquist argues in favor of a more humanities-focused curriculum in social sciences as a remedy to the prevalence of finance careers among Penn students.
Columnist Diya Choksey questions why Penn has yet to digitize its outdated physical ID system, highlighting the convenience, security, and environmental benefits of making the switch.
Columnist Piper Slinka-Petka argues for the implementation of a mandatory first-year course that critically examines the purpose of college, highlighting its potential to address key issues within Penn’s community.
Columnist Samra Lulseged identifies how Wharton's narrow professional culture suppresses student individuality, limits career exploration, and prioritizes efficiency over personal and intellectual development.