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Mann — a presidential distinguished professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Science — joins more than 90 other global researchers as a Royal Society fellow.
A University spokesperson wrote that three seniors — whose disciplinary cases "were expedited and who have not yet responded to letters reporting [case] findings" — were not permitted to enter the College graduation ceremony.
A statement on PAO's Instagram said the occupation was the result of a "series of escalations by the Penn administration," including a refusal to negotiate in "good faith," citing arrests by Penn Police and disciplinary action.
Guest Columnist Eyal Yakoby writes about how the fabrication of what has happened on Penn’s campus furthers harm to students and undermines peaceful protest.
The 2023-24 academic year was characterized by the increased national spotlight on Penn due to a range of controversies on campus, increased student activism, and strong connections to national politics.
GET-UP is the largest union at Penn in recent memory, representing over 3,700 workers. Resident advisors, graduate resident advisors, and Penn Medicine residents have also increased union campaigns in recent months.
Magill resigned on Dec. 9 of last year amid backlash over antisemitism controversies — making her the first Penn president to resign for reasons other than government appointment.