Articles by Sophia Powell
11/15/24 1:50am
Alan Dershowitz criticizes Amy Wax sanctions, talks free speech at Penn Federalist Society event
Dershowitz praised Penn Hillel and the University for hosting him, noting that he has not been able to speak at Harvard University since the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attacks on Israel. 10/31/24 11:04pm
Interim Penn President Larry Jameson appointed to Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Board
Former Penn presidents Liz Magill and Amy Gutmann both previously served on the Board during their presidential tenures. 10/30/24 1:10am
Former major Penn donor re-directs $1 million to Tel Aviv University
Magerman announced in September that he will be redirecting his donations to five universities in Israel, starting with a one million dollar five-year investment in Tel Aviv University. 10/13/24 9:33pm
Lauder Institute establishes institutional neutrality, following Penn’s lead
Representatives and administrators of the Lauder Institute will “abstain from opining on societal and political events,” unless there is an exceptional case which poses a danger to the “very mission of the Institute and its values of free inquiry," according to the statement. 11/03/22 12:45am
Former classmates, girlfriend of Elon Musk reflect on his time at Penn
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke to several of Musk’s former classmates to learn more about his time at Penn, his budding entrepreneurial spirit, and his present successes. 10/20/22 1:13am
From Penn-themed ice cream to a 5K around campus: What to expect at Magill's inauguration
The inauguration will feature a variety of events including a procession down Locust Walk, a 5K around Penn Park, and a pet-friendly walk with Magill and her goldendoodle. 10/13/22 7:26pm
‘Know what works for you’: Upperclassmen offer advice on navigating housing
Here are three pieces of advice from upperclassmen on navigating the on-campus housing process. 04/11/22 9:35am
Four Penn professors awarded 2022 Guggenheim Fellowships
The four fellows were among the 180 scientists, writers, scholars, and artists selected from a pool of 2,500 applicants. 04/08/22 1:16am
Wharton’s Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Club to host a Phase Zero Grant Competition
Winners of the competition will be able to join the 10-week HAX Phase Zero grant program, which gives startups $10,000 of funding and pairs them with mentors, industry partners, and angel investors. 03/23/22 11:23pm
Penn professor Mia Bay wins prestigious Bancroft Prize
Bay’s book, "Traveling Black: A Story of Race and Resistance," tells the history of how discrimination in transportation conflicted with Black Americans’ fight for civil rights. 02/17/22 11:41pm