The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled changes across individual schools and the University as a whole, highlighting new opportunities at the undergraduate, graduate, and faculty levels.
Here’s how Penn reports and tracks crime on and around campus
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.
Penn moves to evict World Cafe Live from venue, citing ‘failure’ to adhere to lease agreement
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 Marriage Pact issues cease and desist to Penn Date Drop, alleging plagiarized language
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.
Here’s how Penn reports and tracks crime on and around campus
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.
Penn moves to evict World Cafe Live from venue, citing ‘failure’ to adhere to lease agreement
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.
Senior Penn administrator ‘toasted’ to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to document
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.
Penn biologist uncovers molecular switches controlling plant shifts from youth to maturity
Poethig and his research team are continuing to investigate the exact genes that regulate plant aging.
Penn GSE announces new endowed special education faculty chair following alumni donation
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.
The appointments were announced on Bryn Mawr’s website and will take effect in 2026.
Penn Hillel shares results of student survey on Jewish campus experiences
The survey results indicated that 85% of respondents said they experienced, heard about, or witnessed “something antisemitic” at Penn.
During the Nov. 24 conversation, Jameson addressed the University’s relationship with the federal government, and highlighted the role that campus stakeholders play in Penn’s financial and institutional future.
Penn withdraws motion to reassign EEOC lawsuit, citing federal judge resignation
The University attributed its decision to withdraw the motion to Goldberg's retirement in September. adding that the case the justice dismissed is currently on appeal.
The Dec. 3 motion renamed the body the ‘Committee on Community and Equal Opportunity’ and marked the second round of public debate over a potential name change.
Penn Carey Law launches Justice Lab clinic for social justice, legal reform
Led by Carey Law professor Colleen Shanahan, the Justice Lab trains students to reform and shape the legal system with a focus on state and local laws.
While multiple students and professors interviewed by the DP believe AI usage is inevitable in the classroom, others expressed a desire for more guidelines.
Penn Hillel hosts actor Jesse Eisenberg to discuss Jewish representation, film industry
In a conversation moderated by College sophomore Dylan Karz, Eisenberg discussed his Jewish identity and how it relates to his film characters.
Penn vice provost for faculty named to first class of Association for the Study of Education fellows
With over 2,000 members, ASHE supports “researchers by dispersing research in publications and finding scholars opportunities for ongoing learning.”
Penn graduates named to 2026 Forbes 30 Under 30 social impact list for founding food-justice nonprofit
Imbot and Moraru were honored as co-founders of The Community Grocer, which provides hot, nutritious meals in accordance with federal guidance for people enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.



















