Also, the DP spoke with Penn experts about the potential impacts of Trump's second term on environmental policy.

Here are five of the most well-known Penn professors whose influence spans well beyond their classrooms.

Penn joins Wilmington, Del., the University of Delaware campus, and other locations in the city of Philadelphia as potential contenders for the library's location according to Biden's interview with USA Today.

Jameson’s email welcomed the Penn community back to campus, reflected on the achievements of the University over the past quarter century, and addressed the public’s growing skepticism about the value of higher education.

Trump is set to assume office on Jan. 20, leading a Republican-dominated federal government. In interviews with The Daily Pennsylvanian, Penn professors discussed potential environmental policy changes anticipated during his second term.

In the lawsuit, Wax alleged that the University’s speech policy violates several laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibit racial discrimination by federal fund recipients and employers.

Also, Penn Carey Law professor Amy Wax threatened to sue Penn unless it drops sanctions against her.

The PASS initiative, which is being developed in partnership with Catalyst @ Penn GSE, aims to equip educators and administrators with the tools and knowledge necessary to integrate AI into schools. 

Three search warrants filed by the Penn Police Department between Sept. 24 and Oct. 18, 2024 reference CCTV footage and phone activity records as justification for the Oct. 18, 2024 search.

This year, Penn was one of four Ivy League schools to continue its test-optional policy, despite the remaining four reinstating their standardized testing requirements. 

The office was established in response to trends of antisemitism, Islamophobia, and other instances of religious biases as announced by Interim Penn President Larry Jameson in September.

The colloquium will invite speakers from universities and other academic institutions to discuss a variety of topics in American higher education.

Wax’s lawyers argued that the University’s speech policies are “inconsistent” and violate Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibit discrimination and employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin.

Also, Penn has yet to settle in an antitrust lawsuit over financial aid.

The event was originally scheduled for Dec. 14 to 15 at The Rotunda, which is located at 40th and Walnut streets and owned by Penn.

Jameson reflected on how his previous roles prepared him for leadership but also emphasized how the presidency has broadened his understanding of the University.

In early December 2024, over a dozen Philadelphia health experts gathered on a Zoom call to discuss potential challenges for public health under the second Trump administration.