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Penn symposium gathers history professors to discuss political, legal history of voting
The event — titled “A More Perfect Union: Histories of Voting in America” — featured presentations by faculty members from neighboring institutions moderated by Penn professors and a student panel.
Several locations on and around Penn’s campus vandalized with derogatory, anti-Zionist ‘death threat’
The three recent acts — two of which were discovered on Oct. 21 and one of which was discovered on the morning of Oct. 23 — follow at least three separate instances of vandalism over the weekend.
Wellness at Penn vaccinated over 7,300 at annual flu clinic, a decline from last year
The annual clinic, which offered free flu vaccines to all Penn community members, was hosted at the Gimbel Gymnasium in the Pottruck Health and Wellness Center from Oct. 16 to Oct. 18.
Penn Democrats, College Republicans report significant membership growth ahead of election
Both groups indicated a large boost in members and engagement this semester compared to previous years.
Former prime minister of Palestinian Authority, Israel-U.S. ambassador talk diplomacy at Penn forum
Over 900 Penn affiliates registered for the event, half of whom were students, according to a University spokesperson.
DP Daybreak | Police search sparks concern
Also, Penn's chapter of Jewish Voices for Peace hosted a Gaza Solidarity Sukkah yesterday.
Walkway between Williams Hall, Penn Commons reopens as College Hall construction nears end
Penn partially removed the fencing surrounding College Hall on Oct. 21, allowing students to use the full area of the plaza in front of Houston Hall.
14 Penn Global Seminars for spring 2025 to include new travel sites in Brazil, Bulgaria, Malawi
Penn Abroad will offer 14 Penn Global Seminar (PGS) courses for the Spring 2025 term, featuring new program sites like Brazil, Bulgaria, and Malawi.
From Percy Jackson to college presidents, five fun classes to take in spring 2025
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with five professors who are teaching new or interesting courses in spring 2025, exploring topics that range from city soundscapes to "Percy Jackson."
SPEC hosts fall-themed festival on College Green with axe throwing, pumpkin decorating, free food
Students were able to participate in a variety of activities at the festival, such as axe throwing, pumpkin and face painting, a 360 photo booth, and bounce houses.
Penn’s search of off-campus property draws concern from politicians as Phila. DA reports 'no role' in warrant execution
A spokesperson for the DA's office confirmed to the DP that it had “reviewed and approved a search warrant for a location in West Philadelphia."
Penn Jewish Voice for Peace, Chavurah erect Gaza Solidarity Sukkah on campus
Students gathered in the backyard of the Penn Women’s Center on Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to commemorate the lives lost in Gaza.
Delco Steaks, High Street Hoagies to vacate Franklin's Table by end of month
Delco Steaks is closing its doors just shy of two years since they opened at Franklin's Table, while High Street Hoagies has held a stall in the food hall for six years.
Penn's annual Climate Week highlights global warming solutions, interdisciplinary approaches
Climate Week, a yearly tradition at Penn, provides an opportunity for the Penn community to learn about and engage with climate action.
Inside Penn’s largely unknown process of assigning sector tags to College courses
Multiple faculty members told The Daily Pennsylvanian that they were not aware of how the sector tag assignment process worked or what committees were involved.
Mritika Senthil | We are to blame for Penn’s security concerns
Columnist Mritika Senthil explains how hostile attacks in the name of safety only leave us more vulnerable.
West Philadelphia community members gather to protest proposed 76ers arena
The meeting is part of a citywide effort against the arena led by the No Arena in Chinatown Solidarity Group.
Penn sports awards roundup: Consistency is key
Two Quakers earned weekly honors for their standout performances.
U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, United Auto Workers president rally Phila. voters for Harris
At the “Get Out the Early Vote” rally, Ocasio-Cortez and Fain encouraged an energized crowd of around 250 attendees to continue canvassing and door knocking in the final two weeks leading up to Election Day.