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President Joe Biden promotes 'Bidenomics' in visit to Philadelphia
Biden spoke on the significance of union work, the future of renewable energy, and the progress of his new economic agenda in remarks at the Navy Yard on July 20.
Azza Elrashid｜African immigrants are the unintended beneficiaries of affirmative action
Columnist Azza Elrashid reflects on the nuances of affirmative action as the daughter of African immigrants.
Jessica Gooding | The Supreme Court is wrong, race always matters
Jessica Gooding argues that participating in a facade that denies the reality of being Black in America serves to only further the illusion of meritocracy and solidify discrimination.
Surayya Walters | Affirmative action was never the problem
Surayya Walters unearths her perspective and story behind the affirmative action verdict.
Class of 2027 Convocation to take place on Franklin Field
The change in location, announced to student leaders through email, was attributed to ongoing campus construction.
A 'setback' for LGBTQ rights: Penn community members respond to Supreme Court ruling
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with students about their thoughts on the recent Supreme Court ruling regarding the right to refuse service to same-sex couples.
Overturn of affirmative action generates criticism, concern within Penn community
Penn community members share their reactions to the Supreme Court's rejection of affirmative action, and discuss what a Penn without race-conscious admissions might look like.
Penn's dual-sport athletes face unique challenges but rare rewards
Penn's coaches have been highly receptive to the idea of dual-sport athletes, despite some of the challenges they pose in terms of offseason programming.
Wharton Dean Erika James joins Pomona College board of trustees
Wharton Dean Erika James will oversee leadership, planning, and resources at Pomona College effective on July 1, 2024.
Sigal Ben-Porath named next faculty director of Stavros Niarchos Foundation Paideia Program
Professor Ben-Porath, who has taught in the Graduate School of Education since 2004, will step into the role Sept. 1.
Meet the Lion Man: Penn baseball's Ryan Dromboski is larger than life
After sparse appearances during his freshman season, Dromboski credits a change in his mindset with turning him into the Ivy League Pitcher of the Year.
Christie Novatin is ready to help Penn softball rise
After an 8-37 campaign in 2023, Novatin hopes to restore the Red and Blue's previous success.
Sarah Banet-Weiser to become next dean of the Annenberg School for Communication
Banet-Weiser will assume her new role as dean of the Annenberg School for Communication on Aug. 14, according to the announcement from Penn President Liz Magill.
Carnathan | The Sports Scene: Will attending Penn sports ever be cool?
The tides of social culture on campus are one of the biggest culprits behind Penn's lack of athletic enthusiasm.
Penn Nursing hosts first Summer Innovation Institute focused on design, health equity
The workshop, which was held for five days on Penn's campus, brought together healthcare professionals from diverse backgrounds to focus on equity-centered design and innovation.
Transformation and tradition: Ted Ruger’s eight years as the dean of Penn Carey Law
During his term, Ruger managed the COVID-19 pandemic and facilitated efforts to make Penn Carey Law more diverse and the legal field more accessible. He was succeeded by Professor Sophia Lee.
Penn Med signs letter of intent to purchase Brandywine Hospital with Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Penn Med will use the Chester County hospital facility to provide physical and mental health care services to veterans in collaboration with the United States Department of Veteran Affairs.
Wharton Undergraduate Director of Student Life Lee Kramer steps down from position
As Wharton Undergraduate Director of Student Life Lee Kramer steps down, he reflects on his time at Penn and plans for the future.
Federal investigation finds that former Penn professor engaged in research misconduct
An investigation by the Office of Research Integrity found that former Penn professor William Armstead misrepresented the results of his research in five published papers and various grant materials.