Articles by Harsha Ravindran
10/07/24 1:22am
McDonald’s near campus celebrates grand reopening with giveaways, Grimace appearance
The grand opening was a public celebration of the return of McDonald’s after a 20-month absence due to construction. 09/10/24 12:39am
Penn student government leaders lead campaign to ease transfer course credit application process
The XCAT Working Group was formed in October 2023 with the goal of addressing the challenges faced by transfer students in the process of receiving transfer credit. 04/05/24 1:30am
Iron Gate Theatre to reopen this weekend after Penn attributes closing to cracked beam
A statement from Penn's Executive Director of Real Estate said that the landlord of Iron Gate Theatre noticed a cracked wood arch beam while conducting roof maintenance and repairs. 03/31/24 11:38pm
Iron Gate Theatre roof collapse prompts rescheduling, relocation of Penn student group performances
Platt Student Performing Arts House told performing arts groups that they would not be able to use the theater until an engineer assessed the space on Monday. 03/25/24 11:59pm
3 Penn graduates, Wharton conference participants talk TikTok, backpacking, AI with DP
The three shared experiences varying from a months-long backpacking trip to TikTok fame. 12/04/23 12:00am
Penn first year wins bronze for startup at Singapore national entrepreneurship competition
Chong – who is from Singapore – represented Penn in the award’s Uni/Open Category, competing against top student entrepreneurs across Singapore. 10/02/23 10:01pm
Venture Lab launches new community programming amid ongoing changes
Beginning in Fall 2023, students who are part of Venture Lab’s Venture Initiation Program Community (VIP-C) program can attend community dinners and pitch nights that occur on alternating Wednesday nights. 09/04/23 10:44pm
NSO introduces fewer mandatory activities, 'Friday Night Lights' themed class photo
This year's changes included more modular programming options, fewer mandatory programs, more small group programs, and greater flexibility for students to shape their schedules. 08/30/23 11:01pm
Penn pilots first critical writing seminar for transfer students
This Transfer Critical Writing Seminar is a pilot program and if it is successful, it will be considered again for future semesters. 08/28/23 10:55pm
New Penn Global pre-orientation program unites first-years from 18 countries
The program brought together an inaugural cohort of 39 incoming first-years from 18 countries for a three-day pre-orientation. 04/26/23 10:20pm
‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ star Stephanie Hsu visits Penn for SPEC Connaissance event
This event comes after the cancellation of the previously scheduled SPEC event with Jonathan Majors on April 4 following his arrest on charges of assault and harassment. 04/03/23 12:35am
UA's presidential, vice presidential debates address club funding, amplifying student voices
The debates also touched upon the views of the two candidates in recent campus news such as Penn’s decision to discontinue the Dean’s List, recent concerns regarding Greek life hazing, and how the candidates aim to increase diversity, equity and inclusion. 03/16/23 1:07am
Wharton Global Forum draws international crowd of leaders, alumni, and faculty to Singapore
Attendees expressed enthusiasm about the forum and the opportunity to reengage with their connection to Penn. 02/12/23 2:45pm
Undergraduate Assembly mid-year report cites progress on arts funding, transfer experience, diversity
The report was published online on the Undergraduate Assembly’s website to update the Penn community on the work that the UA has been undertaking and ensure that they remain accountable to the student body. 01/23/23 11:03pm
Penn sophomore scales highest volcano in world on bicycle over winter break
Ryan Torres has previously walked from Locust Walk to New York City and cycled across America. 01/10/23 8:34pm
From Bulgaria to Bucks County, meet five Class of 2027 students admitted via Early Decision
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with five members of the Class of 2027 about their backgrounds and what they are looking forward to the most this fall. 11/29/22 12:48am
Penn student performing arts groups to perform in annual showcase at Carnegie Hall
“A Toast to Dear Old Penn,” which will be held on Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m. this year, is organized every year by the Platt Student Performing Arts House. 11/07/22 10:40pm
Penn Film Society, Wharton UME to screen documentary on Malaysian gangster turned pro chess player
The screening of "Wanted: Shades of Life" will be held in Fisher-Bennett Hall at 6 p.m. on Nov. 8 followed by a live question and answer session with the filmmaker Sanadtkumar Ganesan. 10/26/22 12:07am
'Still feels like an incredible place': Penn alumni, students reflect on Homecoming Weekend
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke to alumni and current students participating in Homecoming who said that the atmosphere on campus was one of reunions and relaxation. 09/26/22 11:36pm