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Students evaluate benefits and challenges of pursuing dual degrees
For the past 30 years, Penn has held court with dual degrees in the Ivy League: over 4,000 alumni have left University City with a dual degree, and 898 undergraduates currently have a foot in two schools. INTERACTIVE: Dual degrees at Penn
Cheers and Jeers | Fall 2011
Read a list of the best and the worst things that happened at Penn this semester in The Daily Pennsylvanian’s semiannual recap.
Two Penn students hit by cars near HUP
At around noon on Tuesday, two Penn students were hit by cars, in separate incidents but in close proximity.
Students evaluate benefits and challenges of pursuing dual degrees
For the past 30 years, Penn has held court with dual degrees in the Ivy League: over 4,000 alumni have left University City with a dual degree, and 898 undergraduates currently have a foot in two schools. INTERACTIVE: Dual degrees at Penn
Cheers and Jeers | Fall 2011
Read a list of the best and the worst things that happened at Penn this semester in The Daily Pennsylvanian’s semiannual recap.
Rachel Heller | Challenging the Pokémon master
As for emulating the anime protagonist Ash Ketchum: one should be quick to remember that Ash is perpetually ten years old and has rejected higher education in favor of immediate gainful self-employment.
Penn women's basketball looks to roll through holidays
After their Dec. 22 meeting against Drexel (4-2), the Quakers have only three days with their families for the holidays before flying out on Dec. 26 to San Diego for the Surf ’N Slam Classic.
Duke highlights men's basketball break slate
Coach Jerome Allen will take team to Cameron Indoor for New Year’s Day game on ESPNU.
Women's hoops defeats Army, 70-60
After suffering a 31-point loss at Notre Dame, Penn women’s basketball was staring at two losses on the young season. Down 10 in the first half to visiting Army, the Quakers responded to their first real bout of adversity and rallied for a 70-60 win to continue the best start in program history.
Engineering graduate named Philadelphia Business Journal "Woman of Distinction"
Working as a leader of NAVSSES — the Navy’s Naval Ship Systems Engineering Station — and the head of Penn State’s engineering advisory board, Woody reflects on her journey to success as a woman engineer.
Religious and cultural groups find time for holiday celebrations during finals
As winter break approaches, Penn’s religious and cultural groups are finding ways to fit in holiday celebrations amidst finals.
Experienced Terrapins take tight match over Penn wrestling
Penn wrestling had a chance to assert its prowess facing two top fifteen opponents before heading into winter break. But after falling to No. 10 Lehigh last week, experience was Penn’s achilles heel this week, as No. 15 Maryland triumphed over the Quakers, 21-15.
Women's squash sweeps Williams
The Quakers took one step toward validating their No. 3 position this past Saturday, defeating No. 9 Williams without dropping a single game, 9-0.
Penn men's squash takes out Williams, 6-3
On Saturday, the Quakers defeated Williams, 6-3, at the Ringe Courts.
Division of Public Safety prepares for winter break
The number of police officers and AlliedBarton security officers will stay the same throughout winter break, according to Vice President for Public Safety Maureen Rush
Change by Us Philly engages local community
Change by Us Philly, a new social interactive media tool launched by the city of Philadelphia three weeks ago, will allow social activists the opportunity to become more engaged with the local community.
Sunday beer distribution hours extended
Beer enthusiasts received good news last Wednesday when Pennsylvania State legislators passed a bill allowing beer distributors to extend their hours on Sunday.
For some, college rankings a barrier to economic diversity
While Penn’s representation of low-income students has increased steadily over the years, its growth in economic diversity may not be happening as fast as some might like because of one factor: college rankings. INTERACTIVE: U.S. News rankings and economic
Wharton study describes consumers' shopping habits
On Thursday, the Jay H. Baker Retailing Center — which is part of the Wharton School — and the Verde Group released a study that investigated consumers’ shopping habits.










