Letter to admin. from Penn faculty alleges policy violation with student discipline case
The student confirmed that the investigation pertains to the placement of stickers relating to the Freedom School for Palestine.
The student confirmed that the investigation pertains to the placement of stickers relating to the Freedom School for Palestine.
Penn faculty across several schools and departments gathered with community members on Monday afternoon in front of College Hall for a demonstration in support of academic freedom.
Ramanan Raghavendran highlighted his aim to “return the focus to Penn’s academic mission” and “ensure a safe campus where academic freedom coexists with civil discourse” in an interview with The Daily Pennsylvanian.
The committee requested 25 groups of documents and information, including communications by the Board of Trustees and other Penn affiliates, as well as Sidechat and social media posts and text messages.
Penn faculty across several schools and departments gathered with community members on Monday afternoon in front of College Hall for a demonstration in support of academic freedom.
Ramanan Raghavendran highlighted his aim to “return the focus to Penn’s academic mission” and “ensure a safe campus where academic freedom coexists with civil discourse” in an interview with The Daily Pennsylvanian.
The Coltons have donated over $60 million to Penn since 2021, and are the namesakes of the Colton Center for Autoimmunity.
Incoming Class of 2028 students shared their concerns about administrative turmoil and the campus climate, as well as their hopes for the University’s direction by the time they matriculate.
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with multiple faculty members about their thoughts on Rowan's Dec. 12 letter and its implications for freedom of speech and academic freedom on campus.
The three day trip, which aimed to offer “friendship and support" to Israel began on Jan. 2 and was organized independently from the University.
The United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights is investigating whether the University's usage of legacy preferences in admissions decisions constitutes racial discrimination.
Several initiatives started by former President Magill, including the antisemitism task force and "In Principle and Practice" strategic framework, will continue their work under Interim President Jameson.
The commission, which was launched in the fall semester, is charged with providing critical feedback on addressing hate, discrimination, and bias on campus.
Born in New York, Fagin frequently described herself as a "can do" president who wanted to exceed the limitations of her temporary appointment.
A letter from the House Committee on Ways and Means asserts that Penn leadership has failed to comply with the anti-discrimination laws that make them eligible for tax exemptions.
Raghavendran has served as the School of Arts and Sciences Board of Advisors Chair since 2022, and is also chair of the Penn International Alumni Council.
As the House education committee continues to probe Penn over antisemitism after Liz Magill’s fateful testimony, the committee’s chair is being backed by Penn donors Marc Rowan and Ronald Lauder.
The faculty's letter to trustees expresses opposition to “attempts by trustees, donors, and other external actors to interfere with our academic policies and to undermine academic freedom."
Epstein's promotion was announced in an email from the Interim Chair of the University Board of Trustees Julie Beren Platt.
Jameson has served as executive vice president of the University of Pennsylvania for the Health System and dean of the Perelman School of Medicine since 2011.