Politics
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.
Magill’s shadow looms large over Columbia leaders’ congressional testimony on antisemitism
In many regards, the hearing resembled the December 2023 hearing in which former Penn President Liz Magill was grilled about the state of antisemitism on the University's campus.
Fels graduate, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker talks public safety, voting at Penn Dems event
Parker spoke to an audience of approximately 60 people at the Perelman Center for Political Science and Economics about public safety, combating the drug epidemic, and encouraging voter participation.
First of ten satellite voting shops opens in West Philadelphia near Penn’s campus
The station offers a wide range of services, including allowing eligible voters to register to vote, update their registration, and request mail-in ballots with the assistance of the County Board of Elections staff.
Penn lecturer vying for nomination in Pa. attorney general race talks campaign, time on campus
Former Bucks County Solicitor and Penn Carey Law lecturer Joe Khan spoke with The Daily Pennsylvanian about Penn and his campaign for attorney general.
Penn alum, former President Donald Trump set to face historic criminal trial in New York
Trump and his legal team unsuccessfully attempted to delay proceedings multiple times in the days leading up to the trial.
Penn political groups clash over gun control, Israel-Hamas war at GPA all-party debate
The event drew around 80 attendees, who watched representatives from Penn Democrats, Penn College Republicans, and Penn for Liberty engage in a discussion for more than an hour.
Former Peruvian President Francisco Sagasti discusses 'art of governance' at Perry World House
Wharton alumnus and former Peruvian President Francisco Sagasti spoke at the Perry World House on April 4 about the art of governance.
Protestors allege ‘robotic dogs’ produced by Penn spinout are involved in Israel-Hamas war
The protestors allege that Ghost Robotics is selling robots to Israel's military to be utilized in the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Here's what withdrawn Penn donors think about the 2024 presidential election
“I have not and will not — ever — support Donald Trump for president of the United States or dogcatcher of the smallest municipality anywhere on the planet,” one donor wrote.
Philadelphia mayor Cherelle Parker names three Penn alumni to serve on school board
2012 Wharton and School of Social Policy graduate Chau Wing Lam, 1973 College graduate Joyce Wilkerson, and 1972 College graduate Joan Stern were on the list of nine school board members announced on Monday.
Penn lecturer fired from Delaware County DEI position after filing racial discrimination complaint
Footman alleged in 2023 that then-Interim Chief Administrative Officer of Delaware County Marc Woolley discriminated against her and other Black women employees.
Sierra Leonean President Julius Maada Bio speaks at Perry World House on development and progress
In his presentation, Bio emphasized the importance of education, gender equality, and youth-oriented programs to further advance Sierra Leone and the continent of Africa.
Penn union coalition, local elected officials call on University to stop union-busting
The press conference, which was attended by more than 50 Penn workers, precedes a union election scheduled for Apr. 16 and 17 to vote on the unionization of graduate student workers at Penn.
The ‘river of power’: Biden consulted Penn president about grandchild's application, 2018 texts show
The Daily Pennsylvanian examined evidence of private communications between Biden and University administrators about the admissions process.
Penn, in Washington: the numbers behind 200 years of alumni, affiliates in Congress
Currently, seven Penn alumni serve in Congress — all in the House of Representatives — and Penn has averaged approximately six alumni and affiliates in the legislative branch since 1789.
'Helluva cancer center': New transcripts shed light on President Joe Biden's connection to Penn
In the transcripts released March 12, Biden spoke about his professorship at Penn, his work at the Penn Biden Center, and Penn Medicine.
House committee challenging Penn tax-exempt status demands documents amid antisemitism investigation
Committee Chair Rep. Jason Smith (R-Mo.) sent a letter to Interim President Larry Jameson inquiring about disciplinary actions taken against individuals and groups whose antisemitic activity violated University policy.