Across the spectrum: Students come to terms with coming out

Henry Goldberg, a 2013 College graduate, was studying abroad in Belgium when he was almost outed.

Leaving behind barriers

Last spring, College freshman Kathryn Dewitt was facing her own crisis amidst a semester marked by two student suicides in three weeks.

Beyond blackness

Many African and African-American students at Penn believe that the black community is unified because of a shared experience of living as a black person in America — not because black people constitute a homogenized group with assumed similarities beyond the color of their skin.

The root of Penn's mental health problem

While Penn's new mental health task force report may have invigorated student initiatives and new awareness programs to foster a more supportive culture, many students who have used Penn’s mental health resources are disappointed by the Task Force’s inadequate discussion of ongoing problems with existing services.

Madison Holleran's loved ones reflect on Penn's mental health efforts

With a recently released report on Penn’s mental health resources, the friends and family of Madison Holleran reflect on the University’s efforts to improve psychological support since her death last year.

Penn criticized by faculty, other U.'s for sexual violence management

Researchers continue to criticize the sexual violence campus climate survey that Penn will administer in the spring.

Philly residents challenge Penn's 40th and Pine development

The historic mansion at 40th and Pine Streets falls further into a complex legal battle between Penn and the community members surrounding the property. In a Commonwealth Court case on Tuesday afternoon, the Woodland Terrace Homeowners Association (WTHA) and nearby neighbors opposed Penn’s plan to replace the historic mansion at 400 S.

Sexual violence policy changes revealed

The use of forensic experts and rights of the accused are outlined in Penn's policy amendments.

New staff members to help restructure Office of Student Conduct

As part of an effort to restructure the office, the Office of Student Conduct has renamed and transformed its staff positions with both new and old members.

Penn makes new efforts on handling sexual assault

Though more than two dozen universities have declined to participate, Penn will take part in a national survey that will anonymously question students about sexual assault and harassment on campus.

Penn releases disciplinary reports since 2009

The Office of Student Conduct aims to move forward in its efforts to be more transparent and available to the Penn community.

Penn alum at center of Rolling Stone controversy

Philadelphia-based writer Sabrina Rubin Erdely, a 1994 College graduate, is at the center of a reporting controversy over her recent Rolling Stone article, “A Rape On Campus,” which tells the gang-rape story of a student identified as “Jackie” at a University of Virginia fraternity party.

From demolition to collaboration

Sixty years ago, Penn's approach to development was all about self-interest. Now, working with the neighborhood is essential to the University's construction strategy.

SEPTA keeps 24-hour weekend subway service to accommodate younger riders

After experiencing a surge in ridership, SEPTA has decided to keep the overnight weekend trains to make Philadelphia a more competitive city.

Student apathy caused low voter turnout, local leaders say

Polling locations at Penn saw a 23 percent decrease in the number of voters as compared to the last gubernatorial election, according to the most recent data available from the city. 

'Wasting time on the Internet' — not your average course policy

While professor Kenneth Goldsmith's new course "Wasting Time on the Internet" will use digital distraction to inspire students’ creative writing.

West Philly experiences with race inspire ABCS course

“Writing Out Loud” – an Academically Based Community Service (ABCS) course – is prompting Penn students to write original theatre pieces based on relationships they form with West Philadelphia residents.

Republican newcomer to challenge Congressman Fattah

In tomorrow’s election for the U.S. House of Representatives, voters will have a choice between Democratic incumbent Chaka Fattah and Republican opponent Armond James to represent Pennsylvania’s 2nd Congressional District.Both candidates ran unopposed in their respective party’s primary elections in May.

Penn, Drexel follow parallel paths in pushing for innovation

Penn’s South Bank and Drexel’s Innovation Neighborhood are in the process of becoming new centers of entrepreneurship and educational progress in the city.

Penn prepares for potential SEPTA strike

As SEPTA union members could potentially go on strike starting next week, Penn has a plan to provide alternative transportation options.