The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s July 2025 subpoena garnered widespread criticism on Penn’s campus.
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Rising College junior awarded $25,000 Daughters of the American Revolution scholarship
Michael Rockoff, who is majoring in history with a concentration in American history, was the only winner from Penn or from the state of New York.
Daybreak | Campus construction, mapped
Also, a shuttle carrying Penn Medicine employees was involved in a South Philadelphia crash.
Penn professor lands grant to investigate sports betting, mental health link
The philanthropy company, Arnold Ventures, granted $2.6 million across 12 research projects.
Rising College junior awarded $25,000 Daughters of the American Revolution scholarship
Michael Rockoff, who is majoring in history with a concentration in American history, was the only winner from Penn or from the state of New York.
Daybreak | Campus construction, mapped
Also, a shuttle carrying Penn Medicine employees was involved in a South Philadelphia crash.
The University is undergoing several key projects, ranging from updated housing facilities to new performing arts spaces.
Construction continues on Penn’s new performing arts center
The facility’s construction cost $59.5 million and is one of several summer projects across campus.
Penn begins three-year renovation of 1920 Commons
The three-year project — set for completion by January 2029 — will cost $79 million and span 59,000 square feet.
Where Penn spent $18.1 million on donations in 2024
The University’s gifts ranged from more than $5 million to just over $5,000, with a median donation of $12,300.
New York City smashburger chain to replace Hummus Grill
The New York City-based fast food chain will open at 3931 Walnut St., a location which was occupied by Hummus Grill until the restaurant closed in May.
Tyler Nase named women’s rowing head coach
Following former head coach Bill Manning’s sudden resignation due to illness, Nase looks to take the program back to the national championships.
Penn purchases Tabernacle United Church for $6.5 million
According to Associate Vice President of Real Estate Services Rachel Siegert, Penn reached the acquisition agreement after the church “decided it was the right time to sell.”
Stop ranking your Penn experiences
Columnist Saanvi Vinod argues that relying on an instruction manual for how we should experience each stage of life, from college to adulthood, prevents us from building one of our own.
Penn Med shuttle hit by car in South Philadelphia, injuring employees
According to the Philadelphia Police Department, a Honda Civic Sport traveling southbound struck the eastbound shuttle bus, causing the shuttle to spin and tip over on its side.
Penn cracks down on hazing under revised policy
The provisions, which were last revised eight years ago, expand the scope of violations and reiterate existing anti-hazing measures.
Penn assesses potential impact of Trump plan to cap student visa lengths
The rule would replace the longstanding “Duration of Status” system with fixed admission periods for F-1 students, J-1 exchange visitors, and their dependents.
Meet two Penn Law clinics supporting Philadelphia businesses
Guided by law school faculty and practicing attorneys, second- and third-year law students work with clients who could not otherwise afford legal services.
Penn Abroad reinstates UK program for theatre arts majors
The application process includes an audition, and prior acting experience is required.
Penn pilots secure AI portal with Claude, ChatGPT models
The pilot is expected to conclude in mid-August with the launch of an official AI service.



















