Loss of alums in government raises funding concerns
With two Penn alumni slated to leave office, there is growing concern among administrators over the possible loss of federal and statewide funds for research.
With two Penn alumni slated to leave office, there is growing concern among administrators over the possible loss of federal and statewide funds for research.
John F. Kennedy was elected President 50 years ago today. Though we tend to over-amplify JFK’s influence, we can still learn a lot from our 35th President — particularly his call for service.
With Video | The University City Hospitality Coalition serves six meals a week to up to 120 guests at different spots around Penn's campus, including Hillel on Sundays.
Thanksgiving can’t be the only time when Americans and international students get together. Events should aim to bring all students together rather than to isolate one group from the other.
John F. Kennedy was elected President 50 years ago today. Though we tend to over-amplify JFK’s influence, we can still learn a lot from our 35th President — particularly his call for service.
With Video | The University City Hospitality Coalition serves six meals a week to up to 120 guests at different spots around Penn's campus, including Hillel on Sundays.
This year's Unity Week was on fire — or so the theme insisted. Scheduled by the United Minorities Council, a series of events last week promoted minority issues.
After 23 months, the $68-million project was completed ahead of schedule and on budget. Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter estimated over 30,000 people will use the bridge daily.
In this year’s chapter of the Penn-Princeton rivalry, the Quakers compiled an astounding 600 yards of total offense. The 42-point margin marked the school’s largest-ever blowout over Princeton.
Penn received 17 percent more early decision applications this year, according to Dean of Admissions Eric Furda. This brings the total to approximately 4,500 — up from 3,851 last fall.
Sharif Abdel Kouddous, senior producer for Democracy Now!, is mad at the corporate media. He spoke to a small crowd Thursday night about the importance of independent media.
As Penn’s Greek leaders work on a proposal to revise the school’s alcohol policy, the effect of non-Greek societies on recognized fraternities is at the forefront of the debate.
Comedian Dana Goldberg performed to a crowd of almost 200 at Penn Hillel.
College junior Vinay Rao was elected the new chairman of the Student Activities Council on Thursday night. Rao sat down with The Daily Pennsylvanian to outline his vision for SAC.
Dubbed a “blackout in a can,” Four Loko has made it on to campuses nationwide. But after recent hospitalizations, many are questioning whether the alcoholic energy drink should be banned.
With the 2010 midterm elections now over, many students who are living in the United States illegally look toward the lame-duck congressional period as a time when the DREAM Act could pass.
More than 80 people came to the Penn Bookstore to hear Penn professor Richard Doty discuss his new book, The Great Pheromone Myth, which aggressively challenges the prevailing ideas about the role chemicals play in human behavior and aims to undermine the status quo.
The Social Planning and Events Committee Film Society will host Inception star Joseph Gordon-Levitt as its fall speaker on Nov. 17. Tickets are $2 and go on sale Monday.
There are benefits to a well-rounded liberal arts education and a master’s of business administration can provide even better opportunities than an undergraduate business degree can.