Student Life
If you need to talk, you can 'Reach-A-Peer'
RAPline’s new initiatives include reaching out to freshmen during NSO and teaching students how to speak to peers who are stressed or might need help.Pottruck attendance mirrors class schedules
According to records kept by Penn Recreation, Pottruck Health and Fitness Center typically sees a drop in average daily attendance by approximately 100 to 200 people between January and February.
Family and friends gather to remember Holleran
Over 100 friends and family members gathered at College freshman Madison Holleran’s memorial service.
Sophomore behind Facebook movement speaks
In an attempt to break the image of false perfection that Facebook perpetuates, Eve Bowers inspired others to post less than their best selves online. Bowers answers questions and explains what prompted her to act.
New learning initiative to focus on active problem solving
Structured, Active, In-Class, Learning aims to bring more student discussion and participation to the current class structure by making lectures “active” instead of “passive”.
Spicing up Locust, ARCH officially opens
A whole afternoon of food and celebration filled the Arts, Research and Culture House at Thursday’s ARCH Open House.
IAA profits from the Ivy League Model UN Conference
With revenue earned from the ILMUNC, the IAA funds its members to attend collegiate conferences, social events, academic programming, and other causes.Gutmann announces permanent CAPS hires
The announcement makes permanent temporary hires announced last week.Mental health coalition brainstorms education
Administrators and student health group leaders convened in Houston Hall on Wednesday night to discuss new methods of addressing mental health issues on campus after student deaths that have occurred in recent weeks.College sophomore, 18, died Tuesday
College sophomore Elvis Hatcher died on Tuesday, according to an email sent by the College to impacted students. He was 18.
Multicultural Greek Council sororities and fraternities prepare for recruitment
According to MGC President Peixin Mo, the methods MGC groups use to find new members are diverse.
New art appreciation group holds initiation
Focusing on informal art discussions, Penn’s new Art Appreciation Society held its first meeting last Monday presenting visitors with overviews on art styles and promises of many future events.Positive academic environment reduces use of narcotics, researchers say
The DP sat down with researcher Dan Romero, of the Annenberg School of Communications to discuss his results on the relationship between the academic environment and the use of narcotics such as tobacco and marijuana.
Penn a cappella group wins big at international championship
Counterparts, Penn’s jazz/pop a capella group, won second place at an international championship held at Drexel last Saturday. The group will now proceed to Rutgers University where the regional semifinals will be held.
Penn's newest sorority officially established
Alpha Delta Pi became Penn’s newest sorority last Friday by handing out 150 bids to students across campus excelling in leadership.UA discusses possible new pre-orientation program
During this week’s meeting, the UA delved on the prospect of a new research-oriented pre-orientation program: also discussed was the creation of a new mental health forum and the new “Got Consent?” campaign.Minority leaders discuss financial aid issues
Students met with University officials to discuss possible solutions to the challenges faced by minority groups when financial aid is needed.Peace, Love and Fling
Brush up on your disco and practice your peace signs – Spring Fling is going to be a groovy blast from the past.