Opinion
Vinay Khosla | Asian Americans, the model minority myth, and affirmative action
Columnist Vinay Khosla argues Asian Americans’ participation in ending affirmative action is indicative of an internalization of the model minority myth.
Azza Elrashid｜African immigrants are the unintended beneficiaries of affirmative action
Columnist Azza Elrashid reflects on the nuances of affirmative action as the daughter of African immigrants.
Jessica Gooding | The Supreme Court is wrong, race always matters
Jessica Gooding argues that participating in a facade that denies the reality of being Black in America serves to only further the illusion of meritocracy and solidify discrimination.
Surayya Walters | Affirmative action was never the problem
Surayya Walters unearths her perspective and story behind the affirmative action verdict.
Max Brody | Halal Eating Doesn’t End After Eid
Columnist Max Brody explains how Penn’s apparent oversight in inclusive eating options may restrict Muslim students’ access to food.
Hanadi Abdulkadir | A letter to Class of 2027 Philly Natives
Columnist Hanadi Abdulkadir writes to the incoming class, specifically those from the city of Philadelphia.
Brett Seaton | Penn can continue affirmative action with private financing
Columnist Brett Seaton walks through the steps Penn can take to continue affirmative action while preserving the endowment.
Adeoluwa Fatukasi | Black students need more than pre-professional opportunities
Columnist Adeoluwa Fatukasi emphasizes the need for more travel programs for Black students as she reflects on the impact study abroad has had on her Penn career.
C.H. Henry | Less of a Pain When it’s a Chain
Columnist C.H. Henry supports Target’s expansion and calls for more stores to do the same.
Sangitha Aiyer | The case for better Penn traditions
Columnist Sangitha Aiyer urges Penn to develop newer traditions that represent current and future classes.
Azza Elrashid｜Suppressing the savior complex
Columnist Azza Elrashid highlights the importance of centering the community in service efforts while reflecting on her own experiences with civic engagement.
Zara Tena | Finding peace in going home and embracing change
Columnist Zara Tena explores how going home and reconnecting with our roots can help us embrace and appreciate change.
Noor Chafouk | From Firepower to Power Play — How Many More Bodies?
Columnist Noor Chafouk explores the corrosion of democratic discourse in the context of the ongoing gun debate.
Timethius J. Terrell | Penn student organizers need formal training
Timethius J. Terrell invites Penn student organizers to facilitate open training sessions to teach their peers to plan direct actions, protests, and other forms of activism.
Graduate Student Government Leaders | A Real Seat at Penn’s Table
Graduate student government leaders encourage Penn to improve its shared governance structures.
Jonathan Zisk | The City Wants to Buy SEPTA Passes for Employees: When will Penn?
Jonathan Zisk argues why Penn should provide free SEPTA passes to the Penn faculty, staff and students.
Riane Lumer | Dear prospective transfers, take a leap of faith
Columnist Riane Lumer positively reflects upon her journey to Penn as a transfer while advising potential transfers to be open minded in their college journey.
Asaad Manzar | Thank you, Penn, for an incredible three years
Asaad Manzar, former opinion editor of The Daily Pennsylvanian, revisits his past three years at Penn.The Graduation Issue 2023: Columns from the DP's graduating seniors
Senior columns cover the ups and downs of Penn, and everything in between.