Democrats hold majority in Pa. state House, potentially affecting Penn funding, abortion rights

Party control in the state legislature could influence issues such as the status of funding for Penn's School of Veterinary Medicine, abortion rights in Pennsylvania, and higher education.

‘I saw myself in Kamala’: Penn students come to terms with four more years of Trump

Many students voiced dismay and concern at the specter of a second Trump presidency, especially after his victories in swing states like Pennsylvania and with potential Republican control of control. 

99.1% of political donations from Penn faculty have gone to Democrats since 2023

Members of Penn's faculty have donated about $470,000 in political donations to federally registered political committees since the beginning of 2023. 

McCormick discusses climate, education at Penn College Republicans fireside chat

Approximately 50 students, Penn affiliates, ACCA members, and Philadelphia community members attended the event, which was held at Two Locals Brewing on Oct. 23.

Penn Democrats, College Republicans report significant membership growth ahead of election

Both groups indicated a large boost in members and engagement this semester compared to previous years. 

U.S. Rep., Penn Carey Law graduate Mary Gay Scanlon urges student voter turnout at Penn Dems event

At Friday's event, Scanlon reiterated the importance of young voters and students in this upcoming election in an interview with The Daily Pennsylvanian.

Jewish Penn community members remember victims, hostages on anniversary of Oct. 7 Hamas attack

The events, which primarily took place at Hillel’s Steinhardt Hall, included a memorial service, a five-hour reading of the names of the 1,200 victims of the attacks, and a community dinner.

Jack Schlossberg visits Penn campus to promote voter registration, support Harris

Schlossberg rose to prominence in the past year for his political commentary and comedic videos on social media.

Here's how Penn experienced the presidential debate, from drinking games to class assignments

Debate watch parties took place everywhere, from high-rise rooftop lounges to academic buildings to Smokey Joe’s.

A capella group Penn Masala performs at Team India house at 2024 Paris Olympics

Penn Masala performed two shows at the Indian Olympic House, Team India’s base for the 2024 Paris Olympics, on Aug. 3 and Aug. 4 to crowds of hundreds.

Schmear It purchases Lil Pop Shop’s West Philadelphia storefront, set to sell bagels and popsicles

While Lil Pop Shop popsicles are currently being sold at the storefront, Schmear It hopes to begin selling their full offering of bagels, popsicles and more out of the store this fall. 

Penn celebrates Juneteenth with second annual festival at Penn Museum

The event — the second annual Juneteenth Festival — featured a family-friendly event to celebrate the holiday and encourage visitors year-round.

Penn files second motion to dismiss student lawsuit alleging insufficient response to antisemitism

In a May 24 motion obtained by The Daily Pennsylvanian, the University argues that the plaintiffs’ claims should be dismissed because their challenges are “premature.” 

Former Penn President Amy Gutmann to resign as German ambassador, return to U.S.

Gutmann will step down from her position as the United States ambassador to Germany in mid-July, according to an internal memo sent to her colleagues.

Symposium to honor life, 'groundbreaking' work of folklore professor Dan Ben-Amos

The symposium on Nov. 19 will honor the life of Ben-Amos, professor of African, Jewish, and Middle Eastern Folklore, for his contributions to the field and his impact on students, colleagues, and family.

Penn professor writes New York Times opinion piece on 'moral deficiencies of a liberal education'

The piece, published Oct. 17, argues that university leaders and faculty have failed to provide students with the basic education necessary for navigating complex moral issues.