1968 Wharton graduate and presidential front-runner Donald Trump would like another one.

Sunday morning at the church of Donald Trump

By Dan Spinelli and Nicole Rubin · Jan. 31, 2016

The 1968 Wharton graduate may not be a politician, but he could call himself a preacher.

Smokes, FroGro and other U. City businesses could be affected by City Council bills

By Luis Ferre Sadurni · Jan. 28, 2016

Members of the new City Council will be working diligently in the coming months to re-introduce bills that could affect the businesses and clientele of University city.

Fighting Islamophobia at Penn: is tolerance enough?

By Esther Yoon · Jan. 26, 2016

What is it really like to live as a Penn student of Muslim faith in today’s contentious climate?

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Inside Ben Carson's campaign bus, a Penn grad and other surprises await

People who could not get into the event were given the chance to get to mingle with Carson’s staff in his campaign bus.

By Dan Spinelli · Jan. 30, 2016

What did we find inside Ben Carson's campaign bus? A PlayStation, Bible verses and a Penn grad.

Critics claim insider politics at play in new job for former city councilman and Penn grad

By Luis Ferre Sadurni · Jan. 30, 2016

After 16 years as an Democratic at-large councilman, Goode lost his primary race in May 2015.

Former Phila. mayor Nutter to teach at Columbia

By Mitchell Chan · Jan. 28, 2016

Former Philadelphia mayor and 1979 Wharton graduate Michael Nutter is now the newest faculty member at Columbia University.

Although a Wharton alumnus, former Philadelphia mayor Michael Nutter will be turning to Columbia to teach courses on professional practice in urban policy. | Courtesy of Ad Meskens/Creative Commons

Former Phila. mayor Nutter to teach at Columbia

By Mitchell Chan · Jan. 28, 2016

Former Philadelphia mayor and 1979 Wharton graduate Michael Nutter is now the newest faculty member at Columbia University.

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Smokes, FroGro and other U. City businesses could be affected by City Council bills

By Luis Ferre Sadurni · Jan. 28, 2016

Members of the new City Council will be working diligently in the coming months to re-introduce bills that could affect the businesses and clientele of University city.

Global events create difficulties for Muslim students

Fighting Islamophobia at Penn: is tolerance enough?

By Esther Yoon · Jan. 26, 2016

What is it really like to live as a Penn student of Muslim faith in today’s contentious climate?

Annenberg Professor Barbara Zelizer found that soundbites, such as those made by presidential candidate Donald Trump, may not be as harmful as many believe. | Courtesy of Gage Skidmore/Creative Commons

Tweets and GIFs: A gateway to political discourse

By Nicole Rubin · Jan. 25, 2016

If you’ve ever seen the name “Donald Trump” on your Twitter or Facebook feed, you’ve engaged in the sound bite culture of political discourse.

The Division of Public Safety has issued three UPennAlerts in four days.

Penn fellow weighs in on the meaning of terrorism

By Nicole Rubin · Jan. 20, 2016

The debate over what counts as terrorism comes after Republican presidential candidate Marco Rubio spoke out against Mayor Kenney’s denial of terroristic action as the cause of the recent Philadelphia shooting.

Former VP candidate Sarah Palin endorses Trump

By Ellie Schroeder · Jan. 19, 2016

Former Governor of Alaska and 2008 vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin will endorse presidential candidate Donald Trump, the Trump campaign announced Tuesday.

Vice President launches initiative to cure cancer at Penn

By Mitchell Chan · Jan. 15, 2016

The launch of Biden’s mission to cure cancer comes months after his eldest son and 1991 College graduate Beau Biden from brain cancer.

Trump has said in a previous interview with The Hill that the government should not make money off of federal student loans. | Courtesy of Peter Stevens/Creative Commons

From free college to Trump University: 2016 presidential candidates' tuition and loan platforms

By Jenna Wang · Jan. 14, 2016

With the 2016 election fast approaching, it’s time to take a closer look at the top presidential candidates’ platforms on college tuition and loans.

Penn breaks silence on Donald Trump...sort of

By Dan Spinelli · Jan. 14, 2016

Without mentioning Trump specifically, Gutmann criticized his proposal to ban Muslims from the U.S.

Donald Trump's inflammatory remarks have led to the disbandment of Penn for Trump. | Courtesy of Michael Vadon/Creative Commons

Penn for Trump dumps Trump

By Mitchell Chan · Jan. 13, 2016

After months of Donald Trump’s inflammatory insults, Penn for Trump has finally had enough.

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Former Fels instructor Jim Kenney enters office as 99th mayor of Philadelphia

By Nicole Rubin · Jan. 12, 2016

In his inauguration speech, Kenney focused on the cooperation of City Hall, local businesses and average citizens.

The Sanders campaign met controversy last week after a data breach allowed them to access to private data managed by the Clinton campaign. | Photo Courtesy of Gage // Wikimedia Commons

Penn politicos respond to DNC data breach

By Rebecca Heilweil · Dec. 23, 2015

The controversy impacted student organizations like Penn for Hillary and Penn for Bernie.

Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter is quoted saying "we have no place for that kind of ignorance and tolerance and lack of understanding", speaking on Donald Trump's assessment on the issues of Muslim immigration. | Courtesy of Michael Nutter at Wikimedia Commons

Phila. mayor says Donald Trump should be banned from the city

By Dan Spinelli · Dec. 9, 2015

Nutter called Trump's comments 'vile' and 'ignorant'

An interdisciplinary group of experts engage in discussion at CERL’s conference on combat trauma, PTSD, and “moral injury.” | Courtesy of Sameer A. Khan

Penn Law conference explores PTSD among veterans

By Mitchell Chan · Dec. 9, 2015

The Penn Center for Ethics and the Rule of Law's conference on "Preventing and Treating the Invisible Wounds of War" focused on the effects of combat-related psychological injuries in veterans.

The Class Board of 2019 smiles for a picture during the planting of the The Class of 2019 Penn tree. | Courtesy of Toto Nguyen

Newly elected freshman Class Board members reflect on their campaigns

By Jenna Wang · Dec. 8, 2015

Freshmen criticize superficial campaign goals and politicking, but appreciated face-to-face time with classmates.

In defense of his polarizing proposal to exclude Muslims, Trump has stated “We have no choice”. | Courtesy of Michael Vadon/Wikimedia Commons

Donald Trump calls for "complete" ban of Muslims entering U.S.

By Mitchell Chan · Dec. 8, 2015

“Our country cannot be the victims of horrendous attacks by people that believe only in Jihad, and have no sense of reason or respect for human life,” Trump wrote in a statement.

Democrat Jim Kenney, Philadelphia's next mayor, must build off of the legacy of success that Michael Nutter has left behind.

The legacy of Mayor Nutter, in the eyes of Penn

By Erin Farrell · Dec. 3, 2015

Left with less than four more weeks until Democrat Jim Kenney takes over as Mayor of Philadelphia on Jan.

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