Administration
Penn Faculty Senate passes unanimous resolution in support of open expression, academic freedom
The resolution was signed by the Faculty Senate Executive Committee, which is comprised of more than 50 faculty members from Penn’s undergraduate and professional schools.
Penn LGBT Center announces new leadership following employee departures
Eric Angelero was named LGBT Center director and Wesley Alvers was named associate director in a Jan. 25 announcement by Penn University Life.
Penn School of Arts & Sciences receives record $84 million donation from Roy and Diana Vagelos
The donation marks the largest gift to Penn since multiple high-profile donors withdrew their funding last fall.
Letter to admin. from Penn faculty alleges policy violation with student discipline case
The student confirmed that the investigation pertains to the placement of stickers relating to the Freedom School for Palestine.
Penn's antisemitism task force chair shares updates, plans for next semester
The Daily Pennsylvanian sat down with Wolff, who acknowledged that the group was working to find consensus despite “massive” differences in opinion.
From clinician to caretaker president: How Larry Jameson rose to Penn's top job
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with 22 current and former colleagues of Jameson to hear about Jameson’s history, accomplishments, and leadership ability.
House committee demands that Penn submit documents on antisemitism response by Feb. 7
The committee requested 25 groups of documents and information, including communications by the Board of Trustees and other Penn affiliates, as well as Sidechat and social media posts and text messages.
'Let us teach': Over 100 Penn affiliates gather in AAUP-led protest for academic freedom
Penn faculty across several schools and departments gathered with community members on Monday afternoon in front of College Hall for a demonstration in support of academic freedom.
Penn's new Board of Trustees chair shares goals, vision for year ahead in DP Q&A
Ramanan Raghavendran highlighted his aim to “return the focus to Penn’s academic mission” and “ensure a safe campus where academic freedom coexists with civil discourse” in an interview with The Daily Pennsylvanian.
Stewart, Judy Colton donate unrestricted $1 million to Penn after Jameson appointment, leadership change
The Coltons have donated over $60 million to Penn since 2021, and are the namesakes of the Colton Center for Autoimmunity.
Admitted Class of 2028 students share concern, optimism after Magill resignation, admin. turmoil
Incoming Class of 2028 students shared their concerns about administrative turmoil and the campus climate, as well as their hopes for the University’s direction by the time they matriculate.
‘A hostile Republican takeover’: Penn faculty warn of academic freedom threats after Marc Rowan letter
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with multiple faculty members about their thoughts on Rowan's Dec. 12 letter and its implications for freedom of speech and academic freedom on campus.
Dozens of faculty join solidarity mission to Israel, prompting mixed reactions from Penn community
The three day trip, which aimed to offer “friendship and support" to Israel began on Jan. 2 and was organized independently from the University.
U.S. Department of Education to investigate Penn legacy admissions policy
The United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights is investigating whether the University's usage of legacy preferences in admissions decisions constitutes racial discrimination.
Here’s how Magill’s presidential initiatives are proceeding amid Penn's leadership transition
Several initiatives started by former President Magill, including the antisemitism task force and "In Principle and Practice" strategic framework, will continue their work under Interim President Jameson.
Penn presidential commission to counter hate announces members, goals
The commission, which was launched in the fall semester, is charged with providing critical feedback on addressing hate, discrimination, and bias on campus.
Former Interim Penn President Claire Fagin dies at 97
Born in New York, Fagin frequently described herself as a "can do" president who wanted to exceed the limitations of her temporary appointment.
Second House committee to probe Penn's response to antisemitism, challenging tax-exempt status
A letter from the House Committee on Ways and Means asserts that Penn leadership has failed to comply with the anti-discrimination laws that make them eligible for tax exemptions.
Ramanan Raghavendran appointed chair of Penn Board of Trustees following Scott Bok resignation
Raghavendran has served as the School of Arts and Sciences Board of Advisors Chair since 2022, and is also chair of the Penn International Alumni Council.