Politics
New government policy allows international students studying STEM to stay in the country longer
The rule was part of the STEM Optional Practical Training program (OPT), and extends the period of time foreign students can stay in the country seven months longer than what was outlined in the last policy, which was passed in 2008.
ICYMI: Penn's district Rep. Chaka Fattah faces corruption trial, following murky history
The Daily Pennsylvanian took a look at Fattah’s recent legal troubles, extending back to 2007, and previewed what lies ahead for the embattled congressman and Fels graduate.
International students use loophole in H-1B visa application process to mixed success
Although a college degree is one of the requirements to apply for an H-1B visa, some international Penn students have exploited a loophole and apply before graduating.
Thousands of Pa. voters switch to Republican Party
Around 128,000 voters have become registered Republicans since the beginning of the new year across the state — many to vote for and against Trump.
John Mearsheimer gives annual Philomathean Society Oration on U.S. policy in the Middle East
Students and faculty packed into Harrison Auditorium Thursday night to hear John Mearsheimer, a renowned political scientist, deliver a lecture titled “U.S. Foreign Policy in the Middle East Since 9/11: One Disaster after Another."
Protests shut down CIA Director's talk at Penn
Friday’s moderated discussion with Brennan at the Penn Museum was shut down early following repeated interruptions by protesters inside the building who spoke out the United States government’s use of drones.
Philly is no Flint, city officials say, but still can improve water safety
The water crisis in Flint, Mich. has many Philadelphians concerned about the safety of the city’s drinking water.
Interest in local politics on continual decline, PSCI professor's study says
An old adage may say that “all politics are local,” but interest in politics is clearly not.
'Notorious R.B.G.' the focus of Penn Law talk
Irin Carmon and Shana Knizhnik gave a talk about their book "Notorious R.B.G.: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg" on Tuesday night in Golkin Hall.
Legalization of medical marijuana efforts advance in Pennsylvania House
Pennsylvania could potentially become the 25th state to legalize medical marijuana, thanks to the passage of Senate Bill 3 in the state House of Representatives this month.
Mayor Kenney reintroduces soda tax to help fund schools
On March 3, Mayor Kenney introduced a soda tax, which is the third proposal Philadelphia has seen.
From Ted Cruz to the Green Party, Penn's LGBTQ community stands across the political spectrum
Opinions of presidential candidates among Penn's LGBTQ community are as diverse as the candidates themselves.
Penn doctors write letter in support of asylum seekers
There is a new demand for physicians to save lives — outside of the emergency room.
How the U.S. work visa policy can kick international students out of the country
Without an H-1B visa, international students are forced out of their jobs, and occasionally, out of the country.
Mayor Kenney plans to expand body camera program
Mayor Jim Kenney plans to ask city lawmakers for funding to provide 800 additional body cameras to city police officers.
College soph. drops lawsuit against John Kasich
At 3:49 p.m., College sophomore Nathaniel Rome's attorney John Bravacos announced in an email that he had withdrawn the lawsuit against John Kasich.
Students react to Trump and Clinton edging closer to party nominations
Trump and Clinton were the big winners on Tuesday's primary day though Kasich stole the New York real estate mogul's thunder by winning Ohio.
Penn protects prof. after death threats
Controversial Religious Studies professor Anthea Butler has frequently said her status as a tenured professor protects her from sanction or censure. But it really may be the Penn Police that are protecting her from backlash.
Kasich's lawyer releases brief amid media swarm over College sophomore's case
The case proceeded on Monday morning in Commonwealth Court once Kasich's attorney Lawrence Otter released his supplemental brief, arguing that Rome submitted his brief 13 minutes too late.