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Throughout the year, the University navigated student protests, leadership shifts, and new federal mandates — much of it stemming from controversies that first erupted two years prior.

These experiences — whether they're sanctioned by the University or organized by students — help build lasting memories on campus.

While it may feel easiest to stay close to campus, there are plenty of ways to explore Philadelphia while giving back to the community.

New to Penn and have some questions? Here are some answers. 

Whitaker will replace current Vice President for Government and Community Affairs Jeffrey Cooper, who announced his retirement in June.

The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with higher education experts and former alumni interviewers about their experiences and hopes for the revised program.

Also, the Office of Equal Opportunity and Engagement at Penn Carey Law will shut down.  

Without new state funding, SEPTA will reduce service "by 45%" on Aug. 24 and "raise fares 21.5%" on Sept. 1 — impacting many members of the Penn community. 

Some reinstatements were awarded following the appeal process, while others were mandated by federal court rulings.

The lawsuit argues that the early decision admission process disadvantages students because colleges are not given an incentive to provide those who are accepted with increased financial aid.

The closure is the latest in a series of moves contributing to a widespread rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the University. 

The Conservancy's July 29 announcement noted Sorrentino's "more than 25 years of experience advancing transformative initiatives" as he is set to begin his tenure on October 27. 

The van also screens for lung cancer, diabetes, and other health concerns, offering "free take-home" kits that patients can use on their own.

Levin first notified then-President Liz Magill in November 2023 that he would not make “further contributions” towards his $15 million pledge for naming rights to the building. 

The University initiative, which is run out of PennPraxis — the applied research arm of the Weitzman School of Design — studies housing conditions in Philadelphia to advise policymakers.

Her term at Penn will begin on Nov. 1, 2025, according to an announcement from the ICA.