Articles by Fiona Herzog
11/12/24 1:47am
Venezuelan street food stop, burger joint to join restaurant offerings near Penn campus
Puyero, a Venezuelan eatery, and Gouldsberger’s, a popular burger joint, will join the Shop Penn lineup of popular stores and restaurants surrounding campus. 10/22/24 4:24am
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. 10/01/24 11:32pm
Penn Division of Public Safety hosts speakers, chili cook off at Health and Safety Fair
The program included a speaker series on community risk reduction, a test of the UPennAlert system, a firehouse chili cook off, a controlled burn demonstration, and booths from various campus partners. 09/23/24 12:41am
Lyn's food truck delays opening to October, sparking confusion among students
The cart, located on the 3600 block of Spruce Street, is beloved by Penn students, and its delayed opening has left customers confused and disappointed. 09/15/24 11:07pm
Indonesians urge Penn to revoke scholarship granted to daughter-in-law of country’s president
Gudono, who is married to the Indonesian president's youngest son, first announced that she had received a scholarship to SP2 in an Instagram post on July 28. 08/26/24 10:21pm
From shuttles to SEPTA, here's how Penn students can safely navigate campus transportation
The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled a guide to the transportation options every Penn student should know to navigate Penn's campus, Philadelphia, and beyond. 07/17/24 10:18pm
Penn Libraries United reaches agreement with Penn, sets date for unionization election
Employees of Penn Libraries have successfully negotiated an agreement with the University and are set to hold their union election on August 7 and 8 in Van Pelt Library. 06/11/24 9:53pm
United RAs at Penn present resolution to Philadelphia City Council
Philadelphia City Councilmember Nicolas O’Rourke invited United RAs at Penn to speak to City Council on May 16 about Penn’s union-busting tactics and to advocate for the resolution. 05/29/24 1:35pm
Penn alumni, donors withdraw support from University following response to campus activism
The encampment — and Penn's response to it — prompted further scrutiny of the administration after several alumni withdrew financial support from the University last fall. 04/30/24 10:41pm
Penn graduate student workers' unionization election begins today after postponement
If the vote passes, GET-UP will become the largest union at Penn in recent history with about 4,500 workers. 04/15/24 10:15pm
First of ten satellite voting shops opens in West Philadelphia near Penn’s campus
The station offers a wide range of services, including allowing eligible voters to register to vote, update their registration, and request mail-in ballots with the assistance of the County Board of Elections staff. 03/21/24 5:31am
Federal government awards $158 million grant to cap Vine Expressway, reconnect Chinatown
The project includes developing a public park, improving traffic calming efforts, and creating better access to nearby areas. 03/12/24 1:34am
Penn graduate student workers release union bargaining survey amid fight for increased stipend
Several graduate students discussed the need for a comprehensive labor contract and fair stipends with The Daily Pennsylvanian. 02/21/24 9:23pm
Surge in scooter theft prompts student security concerns, Division of Public Safety response
Scooters are currently banned from campus housing due to their classification as a fire hazard, prompting students to voice displeasure with the regulations. 02/19/24 12:26am
1968 Wharton graduate Donald Trump visits Philadelphia, announces new sneaker brand
“We’re going to turn this country around fast,” Trump said. “And we’re going to remember the young people, and we’re going to remember Sneaker Con.” 02/07/24 9:49pm
Pennsylvania court rules in favor of state in opioid settlement dispute
The ruling comes amid an ongoing effort to combat Philadelphia's opioid crisis. 01/26/24 1:17am
Heirloom Market near Penn closed for three days due to health code violations
The supermarket fully reopened as of Jan. 21, though the inspection report from the Philadelphia Department of Public Health indicated the presence of mice feces. 01/18/24 1:36am
Penn alum, Phila. Mayor Cherelle Parker declares public safety emergency in new executive order
Parker's first executive order aimed to reduce crime and violence in Philadelphia. 11/29/23 1:32am
Penn Chavurah screens film critical of Israel despite alleged threats of disciplinary action
The screening was followed by a Q&A session with the film's producer who shared their own process with the documentary and answered questions from Penn community members. 11/28/23 8:33pm