Columnist Francesco Salamone argues that the craving to be seen and admired plays a larger role in campus dynamics than we think, socially and psychologically.

Columnist Ashti Tiwari shares a realistic overview of her experience with the Integrated Studies Program as a Benjamin Franklin Scholar.

Columnist Mariana Martinez argues that Taylor Swift’s marketing choices are very problematic, even if fans try to turn a blind eye. 

Columnist Zaid Alsubaiei calls into question instructor ratings and how perceived course difficulty may undermine faculty efforts in the classroom.

Columnist Franklin Li argues that enforcing prerequisite requirements is not the right way to address the increasing demand for CIS courses.

Columnist Mia Vesely explains why Siddhartha Mukherjee is an excellent choice for commencement speaker and why students should listen up. 

Columnist Sose Hovannisian urges the Penn community to remember Armenian history’s darkest times today. 

Columnist Kaynath Chowdhury critiques the way STEM courses are taught, attributing low test averages to ineffective teaching methods.

Guest Columnist Daniel Gurevitch reflects on integrating ambition and joy at Penn, emphasizing the importance of balancing serious, hard work with light-hearted moments in life.

Columnist Julu Nwaezeapu investigates the structure of Penn’s Student Activities Council and its role in disseminating inequitable finances to cultural student organizations.

Columnist Riane Lumer argues that reinstating standardized tests for admissions is a regression in advancing equitable higher education practices.

Columnist Franklin Li argues that we should think twice before adding another class to our already packed schedule.

Columnist Sose Hovannisian urges the new class of Quakers to avoid selecting a single for their first-year housing experience. 

Columnist Francesco Salamone argues that embracing purposeless solitude is crucial for self-discovery and inner peace.

Columnist Mariana Martinez argues Penn should allocate more resources to eliminating rape culture on campus.  

Columnist Niheer Patel argues that Penn’s overwhelming support for consulting and financial sector jobs for all of its students limits their potential.

Columnist Eric Najera argues that the humanities degrees should not be overlooked in importance.