Jameson tells Penn Class of 2030 to ‘explore bravely’ at Convocation

By Ananya Karthik · 1 hour ago

The ceremony marked Penn President Larry Jameson’s final Convocation before he steps down in June.

Penn Police investigating ‘threatening messages’ found in Annenberg School office

By Ayana Chari · 47 minutes ago

Annenberg School Dean Sarah Banet-Weiser wrote that “all forms of hate, bias, discrimination, and intimidation have no place at Annenberg,” adding that such incidents “will not be tolerated.”

A year of firsts: Tracking milestones for Penn freshmen

By Jack Guerin and Aidan Shaughnessy · Aug. 17, 2026

As the Class of 2030 begins their time at Penn, here’s a list of events that every first-year Quaker should know.

Penn publishes summary of community feedback on open expression draft guidelines

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By James Wan · 23 minutes ago

The takeaways highlight widespread concerns over both the content of the draft policy and the transparency of the revision process.

Litigation drags on in $2 billion price-fixing lawsuit against Penn

By Lavanya Mani · 35 minutes ago

The new hearings will further delay the trial, which was previously set to take place at the beginning of November.

Higher education coalition sues Trump administration over student visa limit

By Lavanya Mani · 40 minutes ago

Penn International Student and Scholar Services Director Rudie Altamirano wrote that the center is “closely monitoring both the litigation and any subsequent guidance from the federal government.”

Sports

Meet Penn’s must-know student-athletes

By Ellie Clark and Kaia Feichtinger-Erhart · Aug. 17, 2026

Opinion

Engage with energy

By Larry Jameson · 27 minutes ago

BACK TO SCHOOL

Here’s what you missed at Penn this summer

By Lavanya Mani · Aug. 17, 2026

From construction projects reshaping Locust Walk to the end of a high-profile legal battle with the federal government, Penn had a busy summer.

The Cathedral of College Basketball celebrates 100 years

By Javier St. Remy · Aug. 17, 2026

Since its opening in 1927, the Palestra has become one of the most storied basketball venues in the country.

Museums, parks, cafes: Exploring University City

By James Wan · Aug. 17, 2026

Just blocks from Penn, there are countless destinations to visit, and endless foods to try.

The ARCH enters fifth year as hub for Penn cultural groups

By Ananya Karthik · Aug. 17, 2026

Many students find their home away from home at one of the cultural centers housed in the building.

ADMINISTRATION

How Jeffrey Epstein attempted to game Penn admissions for his ‘god son’

By Isha Chitirala and Finn Ryan · July 27, 2026

In 2018, the sex trafficker told a friend he would leverage his Penn connections to help her son land a spot in the incoming class.

Federal agency drops subpoena seeking list of Jews at Penn

By Lavanya Mani · July 23, 2026

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s July 2025 subpoena garnered widespread criticism on Penn’s campus.

Penn’s federal lobbying expenditures totaled $280k in second quarter of 2026

By Isha Chitirala · July 22, 2026

The report brings the University’s yearly total lobbying expenditures to $570,000.

Penn begins search for Jameson’s successor, invites community input

By Lavanya Mani · July 13, 2026

According to Raghavendran, the feedback will “inform the Consultative Committee convened by the Board of Trustees, whose work will help define the type of leader the University seeks.”

Also in the news

Here’s what you missed at Penn this summer

By Lavanya Mani · Aug. 17, 2026

From construction projects reshaping Locust Walk to the end of a high-profile legal battle with the federal government, Penn had a busy summer.

These faculty stay on the clock. Meet Penn’s College House Fellows

By Christine Oh · Aug. 17, 2026

For house fellows and faculty directors, working with students is an opportunity to connect with and give back to the Penn community.

From credit cards to health insurance, a guide to adulthood at Penn

By Amy Liao · Aug. 17, 2026

The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled a guide of resources that incoming students can use to soften the blow of adulthood’s less exciting milestones.

What living in a battleground state means for Penn students

By Arti Jain · Aug. 17, 2026

As candidates look to court voters, here’s what Penn students can expect when casting their ballots in Pennsylvania.

Museums, parks, cafes: Exploring University City

By James Wan · Aug. 17, 2026

Just blocks from Penn, there are countless destinations to visit, and endless foods to try.

The ARCH enters fifth year as hub for Penn cultural groups

By Ananya Karthik · Aug. 17, 2026

Many students find their home away from home at one of the cultural centers housed in the building.

Sports

Meet Penn’s must-know student-athletes

By Ellie Clark and Kaia Feichtinger-Erhart · Aug. 17, 2026

From world champions to national stars, here are 12 of the best student-athletes repping the Red and Blue.

Five matchups Quaker fans won’t want to miss

By Emilie Chi · Aug. 17, 2026

Coaching turnovers and new rosters, rematches and new milestones bring exciting games for Penn fans.

New faces to lead three Penn sports teams

By Hannah Chang · Aug. 17, 2026

Football, sprint football, and women’s rowing will have new head coaches at their helms this fall.

The Cathedral of College Basketball celebrates 100 years

By Javier St. Remy · Aug. 17, 2026

Since its opening in 1927, the Palestra has become one of the most storied basketball venues in the country.

After last season’s breakthrough, Kofi Fordjour is ready to make a statement

By Javier St. Remy · Aug. 11, 2026

For the rising senior, being looked over is an opportunity to shock the masses.

Penn football coach Rick Santos previews season strategies

By Ellie Clark · Aug. 11, 2026

A defensive overhaul and a strong tight-end room highlight Santos’ strategy entering the 2026 football season.

Opinion

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The Ivy League gives us the most. Why do we risk the least?

By Diya Choksey · Aug. 17, 2026

Senior Columnist Diya Choksey questions why students at one of the world’s most prestigious universities end up taking the smallest deviations from what’s considered “normal.”

Penn isn’t another college application

By Tracy Xie · Aug. 9, 2026

Columnist Tracy Xie argues that incoming students often bring to Penn the optimization mindset that got them admitted, sacrificing the chance for spontaneity and unexpected opportunities that define the college experience.

Your race isn’t automatically your community

By Carina Thomas · Aug. 2, 2026

Columnist Carina Thomas highlights diversity within affinity spaces and explores what it means to truly find belonging.

Stop ranking your Penn experiences

By Saanvi Vinod · July 19, 2026

Columnist Saanvi Vinod argues that relying on an instruction manual for how we should experience each stage of life, from college to adulthood, prevents us from building one of our own.