The Daily Pennsylvanian takes a look back at the past 20 years of union activism on campus.
9/11 10th Anniversary Issue
Student and experts discuss Gosnell trial implications
As the defense prepares to present its case in the trial of Kermit Gosnell, several students and experts gathered Tuesday night to discuss the implications of the allegations against him.
Cause of student death in 2011 remains unknown
Lee, a Nursing and Wharton dual degree student who would have graduated from Penn last spring, collapsed after crossing the finish line of the Philadelphia Half Marathon on Nov. 20, 2011 and died shortly after being taken to Hahnemann University Hospital.
‘Café’ lectures bring science out of classrooms
Penn Science Café is a series of free lectures on the natural and physical sciences.
Student and experts discuss Gosnell trial implications
As the defense prepares to present its case in the trial of Kermit Gosnell, several students and experts gathered Tuesday night to discuss the implications of the allegations against him.
Cause of student death in 2011 remains unknown
Lee, a Nursing and Wharton dual degree student who would have graduated from Penn last spring, collapsed after crossing the finish line of the Philadelphia Half Marathon on Nov. 20, 2011 and died shortly after being taken to Hahnemann University Hospital.
Homeowner tax relief bill closer to becoming law
Three bills that would allow the city more flexibility in collecting property taxes passed out of the Urban Affairs Committee.
Carjacker in 2010 campus shootout sentenced to prison
Leslie Mosby helped his friend, Karl Sappleton, carjack a car in West Philadelphia just before 3 a.m. on Nov. 21, 2010.
Another student hit at 38th and Spruce streets
An automobile struck a female University student at 38th and Spruce streets on Tuesday morning, marking the fifth accident at the intersection this semester.
Student publication to highlight community service
Students will begin publishing IMPACT, Penn’s premier and student-run social impact magazine, in the fall.
Bon Appétit employee speaks out, respectfully
Rabia Abdul, a cashier and baker at Penn Hillel’s Falk Dining Commons, is one of the most involved workers in the Justice on the Menu campaign demanding better wages and working conditions for Bon Appétit employees at Penn.
Plenty of other schools to keep tabs on at Penn Relays
Schools from near and far have sent their absolute best to compete at the Penn Relays. Here are a few teams to keep an eye on.
Tracking down the history of ancient brews
Patrick McGovern, the scientific director of the Penn Museum’s Biomolecular Archaeology Laboratory for Cuisine, Fermented Beverages and Health, specializes in the history of fermented beverages.
Special Olympic elite head to Relays
On Friday afternoon, Special Olympians — athletes with intellectual disabilities — will compete in their own division in two races — the 4×100-meter relay and the 100-meter dash. In total, approximately 20 athletes from all over the East Coast will participate.
Former Olympian Mel Pender at Penn Relays in spirit
Among the thousands of fans, athletes and judges at the Penn Relays this year, one man who has been a constant presence at the Penn Relays throughout the years will be missing.
From Princeton success to Penn progress for Dolan
This time last year, Steve Dolan was wearing orange and black on his way to becoming one of the most of famous Ivy League coaches in the history of Penn Relays.
Kasper | Despite increased security measures, Relays will still triumph
The parallels between the Penn Relays and the Marathon are undeniable. They are each the oldest events of their kind in the United States, dating back to the twilight of the 19th century, when they first captured the imagination of the American public.
With school record in hand, frosh pushes himself to limit
Freshman Sam Mattis thinks that his incredible record-breaking discus throw wasn’t even close to his best, and he continues to push himself.
Former 'frosh sensation' gets back on track
Heading into his sophomore year with a solid base of training, Paez had dreams of reaching even greater heights. But those dreams had to be put on hold after Aug. 7, 2011.
Maccabiah Games drawing Penn athletes
This July, over 40 Penn students and alumni will embark on a three-week journey to Israel for the experience of a lifetime. It will certainly be a learning experience but not in the usual sense.











