The petition states that URAP learned “through indirect sources” that Penn allegedly plans to remove GRAs “who also perform research or instructional services” from their positions.

Look back at the biggest stories from Penn this year with The Daily Pennsylvanian’s Year in Review.

The increase in national scrutiny of Penn coincided with a series of lawsuits against the University, as well as federal investigations and ongoing negotiations with the White House.

The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled a timeline of union efforts on and around campus over the last year.

Jameson has sat down with The Daily Pennsylvanian on three separate occasions this year, outlining his vision for the University’s future and role within higher education.

From dining halls to Residential Services, several essential facilities will remain open with adjusted hours. Student resources such as Wellness at Penn and certain libraries will also remain available over break.

Throughout 2025, Penn received threats from the federal government concerning its funding status, including instances where threats to withhold funding were leveraged during negotiations.

The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled changes across individual schools and the University as a whole, highlighting new opportunities at the undergraduate, graduate, and faculty levels.

Robbins also discussed the necessity of representing those outside the technology space within AI-related discourse.

The progress report outlines advancements made by Penn Sustainability and its partners in FY25, such as emissions and waste reduction, green infrastructure development, and carbon offset purchases. 

As part of the proceedings, Penn Marriage Pact — an online matchmaking service — provided a list of exhibits showcasing the hundreds of emails it alleges Date Drop used to build its product. 

The Clery Act requires institutions of higher education participating in federal student aid programs to report information related to security policies, safety procedures, and campus crime data to students and employees.

According to a December petition, the venue allegedly owed the University “nearly $1.3 million in past due rent and other costs” at the time of Penn’s filing.

Penn’s Senior Vice President for Strategic Initiatives David Asch was referenced in a 2015 email exchange between his high school classmate and Epstein — Asch’s former teacher.

Poethig and his research team are continuing to investigate the exact genes that regulate plant aging.

The endowment will also support specific research, teaching, and leadership into special education with the goal of increasing diversity in education practices to support learners of all backgrounds.

The DP surveyed sites located between 32nd and 47th streets and from Woodland to Lancaster avenues, selecting 24 cafes on Penn’s campus and within the surrounding area.