The Penn community — from cultural groups to the University at large — has organized a variety of programs throughout February to celebrate Black History Month.

The pop-up — bringing vintage clothing, accessories, furniture, and books to University City — will remain in the space until January 2026

Black squirrels — frequently found all over Penn’s grounds — were likely introduced over 200 years ago and are now part of an unofficial campus culture. 

The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled some key moments from past Januarys to paint a picture of Penn's campus at the start of the last four years.

The rally called for the formation of Research Associates and Postdocs United at Penn and comes amidst a larger wave of union organizing taking place at Penn.

The conference, entitled “Healthcare Beyond Borders,” included talks from two keynote speakers, panel sessions, and a career fair, with representatives from Perelman School of Medicine, Boston Consulting Group, and Prenuvo Medical Group.

The Jan. 21 event — titled "Courage & Sacrifice" — featured IDF combat medic Saar Arie and IDF observer Maya Desiatnik. 

The group was founded in 2014 with the goal of providing a confidential and comfortable space for students to talk. 

The move marks a step towards the University’s goal to streamline student support services by housing multiple departments under one roof.

The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with three early decision admitted members of the Class of 2029 about their journeys to Penn and what excites them most about the next four years.

The estate donation — which brings his lifetime contributions to Penn to $50 million — will establish the William J. Levy Endowed Scholarship Fund to support over 40 students annually. 

Interim Penn President Larry Jameson’s first year in the position was marked by heightened campus activism, labor organization, and continued administrative policy changes and fallout. 

The completion of two new buildings marked significant infrastructural developments on Penn’s campus this past year, with additional construction projects set to break ground in 2025.

Axis, located next to Kings Court English College House, is serving as housing for second through fourth year Penn students for the 2024-25 academic year while Ware College House undergoes renovations. 

According to Penn’s academic calendar, the add-drop period concludes on the third Monday of the semester for both the fall and spring terms, giving students a little less than two weeks to explore courses.

Many of the project's details — including its duration, phases of renovation, and potential changes to walking paths on campus — are not yet finalized. 

The project will involve the demolition and rebuilding of the wing of DRL along 33rd Street and the renovation of the wing along Walnut Street.