‘After one full year of negotiations, Penn administrators have still failed to agree to a contract that includes fair wages, improved benefits, and strong support for international workers,’ GET-UP wrote in the press release.
If the motion passes with a two-thirds majority, GET-UP’s elected bargaining committee will have the power to call a graduate worker strike at its discretion.
In a response to the suit, Penn wrote that it has “cooperated extensively with the EEOC, providing over 100 documents, totaling nearly 900 pages.”
A University official clarified that while five individual storefronts may be empty, “there are no vacant Penn-owned buildings at this time.”
If the motion passes with a two-thirds majority, GET-UP’s elected bargaining committee will have the power to call a graduate worker strike at its discretion.
In a response to the suit, Penn wrote that it has “cooperated extensively with the EEOC, providing over 100 documents, totaling nearly 900 pages.”
Penn Nursing Dean Antonia M. Villarruel publishes new book on how systems affect health outcomes
A group of 40 experts contributed to the work through the National Academy of Medicine’s Culture of Health Program, where Villarruel chairs the Program Advisory Committee.
Penn Carey Law professor Amy Wax files second suit against Penn, alleging academic freedom violations
In the recent filing, Wax alleged that Penn violated her academic freedom by imposing disciplinary measures for her comments on race.
Penn has not negotiated with White House since rejecting federal funding compact, sources say
The document was originally sent to Penn on Oct. 1 and laid forth guidelines that would govern the University’s admissions, pricing, and hiring practices.
Penn says hackers ‘overstated’ amount of data stolen in cybersecurity breach
At the time of publication, the updated page stated that the investigation is still ongoing and a “precise number” of records could not be determined.
Penn Board of Trustees approves new slate of administrative, advisory appointments
The Nov. 7 resolutions — all passed unanimously — elected new trustee members and appointed positions across the graduate schools, Penn Medicine, and University advisory boards.
OREI failed to answer questions about alleged academic freedom violations, AAUP-Penn says
In an interview with the DP, a member of AAUP-Penn said that the OREI did not attend a follow-up meeting on Nov. 3 with the faculty group to hear and respond to questions outlined in the report.
The new model — titled “Future of Funding” — was first developed by OSA during the 2023-24 academic year.
The documents — which were published on Nov. 1 by individuals claiming responsibility for the security breach — included talking points on a variety of controversial issues involving the University.
Black Wharton members and alumni described the group’s history on campus and plans for the future in speeches at the gathering.
Penn community members rally outside Sen. McCormick’s office, denouncing attacks on higher education
The event featured a range of speakers, including faculty, students, and researchers from Penn.
Rowan will conclude his time as chair on June 30, 2026, ending a nine-year tenure in the role.
Former Penn President Amy Gutmann honored with Weitzman Museum award for contributions to society
Centered on the Jewish American experience, the event featured a cocktail hour, dinner and program that culminated in Gutmann’s acceptance of the award and remarks.
Amid government shutdown, Penn offers over 3,000 meal swipes to students impacted by SNAP benefit cuts
Due to the shutdown, the Department of Agriculture paused over $366 million of monthly food assistance benefits in Pennsylvania for November, affecting nearly 2 million state residents.
Penn Trustees discuss updates to 1920 Commons, Annenberg Center renovation plans
The two projects include a redesign to the Class of 1920 Commons and a multi-purpose addition to the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.



















