Beyond Penn
Miss Idaho balanced Penn and pageants
The current Miss Idaho, Sarah Downs, a 2012 College graduate, has been competing in pageants since age 17.
‘Royal Pains’ producer gives insider look into media production
1990 College graduate Michael Rauch led an interactive event at Kelly Writers House, recreating the environment of a TV writers’ room.
ICYMI: Pa. same-sex marriage lawsuits
The DP takes a look at the lawsuits and proposed bill in Pennsylvania and their possible consequences.
All ‘Roads’ lead to ICA
Through the end of the year, the ICA will display the work of Jason Rhoades, who was known for making massive three-dimensional pieces from household items.
Wharton and Sirius XM to create 24/7 business radio
About 50 members of Wharton faculty and staff collaborated with Sirius XM to refine the concept. Business radio is set to launch in early 2014 on Sirius XM channel 111, app and online.Partnership gives profs business mentorship
Starting in September, the UPstart program under Penn’s Center for Technology Transfer will start a partnership with NovoBioPharma.
Miller Lite, SEPTA sponsor Eagles' subway rides
Philadelphians received free rides on the Broad Street Line — which services Lincoln Financial Field — for the Philadelphia Eagles’ first home game of the season.Penn alum nominated for Navy under secretary
President Obama named 2005 GSE grad Jo Ann Rooney on Tuesday to fill the position.
Ten years later, alum takes in West Philly ‘sister’
After being matched together seven years ago, little sister Ashana Davenport now lives with her big sister in California.
Penn Museum offers low-cost weddings
Penn’s Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology launched a new initiative which will allow couples to get married in the world renowned museum at a low cost.
Penn remains a top source of Teach for America recruits
Almost 500 Penn alumni have taught as corps members since the organization was created 23 years ago.
Shake Shack, Yogorino among retail to open this month
Other offerings included Japanese and Italian fare.
Students hoping to study abroad in Egypt find new roads
The four students are now studying in different countries after considering the unrest in Egypt.Wharton grad raises breast cancer awareness
Ellen Perl hopes to enlighten Jewish women on their risks for a breast cancer gene.Engineering grads flock to other fields
Students and faculty feel the ‘brain drain’ is mainly due to pay differences.Funding cuts damage research at Penn
Researchers may have to end life-saving enterprises due to lack of monetary support.
Penn's China Center moves ahead
Over the summer, the University completed all necessary registration with the Chinese government.
Penn Alexander School admission policy changes remain unclear
Sources cannot confirm reported abolition of the wait list.College grad to support LGBT rights in Russia
Kelby Reed will travel back and forth from Russia with a group of international activists.