Articles by David Katz
08/29/22 9:38pm
From College Green to Capitol Hill: Penn students reflect on congressional summer internships
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke to three Penn students who worked on Capitol Hill this summer about each of their job experiences. 07/02/22 11:45pm
Celebrating Fourth of July in Philadelphia? Here’s What to Do.
To celebrate Independence Day, Philadelphia will be offering a number of free events, including fireworks, parades, and concerts. 06/16/22 12:24am
Penn Nursing Ph.D. student Tarik Khan wins Democratic primary in Pa.’s 194th District
Tarik Khan defeated incumbent Pam DeLissio in the primary election for Pennsylvania’s 194th legislative district, which is found in Northwest Philadelphia. 04/17/22 11:54pm
Philadelphia officials seek to promote children's safety with summer program offerings
PlayItSafePHL is a guide to safe summer activities — including summer camps, athletic leagues, science programs, and swimming lessons, according to WHYY. 03/23/22 1:07am
Philadelphia restaurant owners frustrated by new regulations for "streeteries"
In December 2021, the Philadelphia Council passed a bill that permanently legalized streeteries in certain areas across the city 02/21/22 5:35pm
Penn Debate Society and the Philomathean Society will hold a debate on belief in the afterlife
The debate will be held at Feb. 22 at 5:30 p.m. in Philomathean Hall, which is on the fourth floor of College Hall. 02/03/22 8:54pm
Penn extends test-optional policy to 2022-2023 admissions cycle
Penn first implemented the test-optional policy for the 2020-2021 admission cycle after the College Board and ACT testing agencies canceled several testing dates due to COVID-19. 01/25/22 9:29pm
Three Penn students start new company to unify campus DJs
There are currently 11 DJs listed on the Penn Beats website, and they cover a variety of musical genres such as oldies, hip-hop, and progressive house. 12/01/21 11:47pm
Penn graduate Dr. Oz announces candidacy for Pennsylvania's Senate seat
Oz is a surgeon and TV personality that gained fame in the 2000s as a frequent guest on the Oprah Winfrey show. 11/10/21 10:52pm
Bipartisan federal infrastructure package will fund SEPTA and Delaware River watershed
The funding will primarily go towards local bridges, highways, and public transportation. 10/28/21 12:25am
Penn Vet establishes Institute for Infectious and Zoonotic Diseases
Ebola, Zika, Avian Flu, and swine flu are all examples of zoonotic diseases, and several scientists claim that SARS-COVID-19 is zoonotic well, as the disease likely originated from bats. 09/30/21 12:03am