Politics
Penn responds to lawsuit by professors alleging 'McCarthyism' for preventing anti-Israel speech
The initial complaint alleges that efforts to investigate the University over alleged antisemitism on campus have threatened professors' academic freedom.
Penn faculty condemn University response to Gaza Solidarity Encampment at press conference
At 1 p.m., the American Association of University Professors held a press conference condemning the arrests of members of the Gaza Solidarity Encampment and the suppression of "nonviolent anti-war protest."
Shapiro, Casey praise Penn's decision to disband encampment amid local politician 'disappointment'
While several of Pennsylvania’s most high-profile politicians praised Penn’s move to disband the encampment, two politicians who represent Penn expressed deep concern about the University's conduct.
Police in riot gear arrest 33 protesters, including Penn students, at Gaza Solidarity Encampment
The arrests came nearly two week after pro-Palestinian activists pitched approximately 40 tents on College Green.
'Past time': Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro calls on Penn to disband pro-Palestinian encampment
“The University of Pennsylvania has an obligation to their safety,” he said. “It is past time for the university to act, to address this, to disband the encampment, and to restore order and safety on campus.”
Penn seeks discipline against nine encampment members, declines city presence at negotiations
The encampment spokesperson said that Penn’s administration “doubled down on their oppression toward the encampment” and referred nine students for disciplinary action yesterday.
From Washington to Moldova, eight alumni in politics discuss time at Penn
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with eight Penn alumni who have gone on to hold a diverse array of careers in politics — from the local level to overseas.
U.S. House expands investigations into antisemitism at Penn, other college campuses
The investigation is an expansion of several ongoing investigations into universities' — including Penn's — handling of antisemitism on their campuses.
'We don't have to do stupid' like Columbia: Philadelphia district attorney visits Penn encampment
Krasner spoke to student organizers and legal observers on the edge of the encampment before holding a brief press conference.
AAUP-Penn alleges admin. threatened to 'clear' encampment Wednesday, calls for new elective body
In the statement, the committee outlined several alleged “abuses” of Penn’s open expression guidelines and called for a new system to “interpret and enforce the Guidelines on Open Expression.”
Pro-Israeli rally emphasizes Jewish solidarity, criticizes Gaza Solidarity Encampment
The rally was held “in support of a peaceful campus environment for Jewish faculty, staff, [and] students,” according to flyers circulating on Instagram.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro calls on Penn to maintain student safety
Shapiro also emphasized the need to prevent antisemitism on campus while simultaneously allowing for free expression.
Jameson hosts listening session on student concerns amid Israel-Hamas war as Penn encampment begins
At the session, attendees heard from 10 members of the Penn community about campus safety, open expression, and administrative inaction since the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel.
Pro-Palestinian encampment on College Green brings nationwide student protests to Penn's campus
The protestors have set up at least 20 tents in front of College Hall after hundreds of Penn students, faculty, and Philadelphia community members rallied in support of Palestine.
Here are Pennsylvania’s 2024 primary results — and how Penn differed from the rest of the state
From 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day, 575 voters in the Penn community cast their ballots at three polling locations across campus.
Penn hires new lobbyists for higher education issues amid congressional investigations
The University hired Cassidy & Associates in the wake of controversies at Penn and other higher education institutions surrounding campus responses to the Israel-Hamas war.
A voter's guide to the April 2024 Pennsylvania primary elections
The Penn community will be voting on a variety of elected positions in the 2024 primary elections, from United States president to state representative.
Biden rallies in Philadelphia, receives endorsement from 15 members of Kennedy family
Biden, a former Penn Professor of Presidential Practice, addressed an energetic crowd in a speech that contrasted his plan against former President and 1968 Wharton graduate Donald Trump.
State funding for Penn Vet remains in flux amid antisemitism concerns, legislative 'envoy'
Although no vote has been scheduled at this time, Penn Vet and Pennsylvania House Democrats remain hopeful that the school will receive funding, as it has since 1889.