Studentlife
DP sex survey finds Engineering students are most sexually active
The DP surveyed 1,008 undergraduates — approximately 10% of the student population — and found that 68.2% said that they are sexually active.
Penn student groups organize fundraising efforts to support Turkey-Syria earthquake relief
Penn Arab Student Society, Fenjan: The Middle East Journal, Penn Muslim Students Association, Penn Afghan Students Association, and Penn Students Against the Occupation are collecting donations to provide immediate relief to survivors.
Undergraduate Assembly mid-year report cites progress on arts funding, transfer experience, diversity
The report was published online on the Undergraduate Assembly’s website to update the Penn community on the work that the UA has been undertaking and ensure that they remain accountable to the student body.
Penn Eats launches new rewards program with free coffee and Bluetooth speaker raffles
The rewards include a coffee loyalty program, a chance to win a variety of prizes, and a dining dollar giveaway for dining plan holders only.
Dining hall workers at Penn Hillel demand better treatment from University
Workers at Falk Dining Hall, who have worked at Penn for decades, told The Daily Pennsylvanian that they want the University to better integrate them into Penn Dining.
Penn community celebrates Black History Month with University-wide collaborations
Student groups and University Life are hosting events and celebrations recognizing Black History Month on campus.
Over 700 rising juniors, seniors placed on waitlist for on-campus housing for next year
Penn allocates approximately 950 spots for on-campus housing to rising juniors and seniors.
Harrison floods again amid below-freezing outdoor temperatures, affecting 35 residents
The flooding started on the fifth floor and worked its way down to the lobby and exterior of the building.
New Penn Violence Prevention director talks to DP about 'working towards the greater good'
Elise Scioscia was chosen for the position after a nearly year-long nationwide search prompted by the departure of former Director Malik Washington in January 2022.
Mask and Wig performs first Annual Production as gender-inclusive group in 134-year history
Founded as an all-male collegiate musical comedy troupe in 1889, Mask and Wig announced in the fall of 2021 that it would be eliminating the male gender requirement as a qualification.
Penn Libraries unveils new collection of children's books about diversity
The new collection of award-winning children's books features characters from diverse backgrounds.
Penn senior charged with alleged assault at 2021 Castle party found not guilty
The senior was accused of injuring a then-Penn sophomore at a party held on Sept. 4, 2021, in the chapter house of his fraternity.
UA tables joint resolution with GAPSA for student representation on Board of Trustees
If the resolution is successfully revised and approved by GAPSA and UA by March 2, it will be in the hands of the trustees to decide.
'Rapid increase' in rodent sightings in KCECH disrupts student living
Residents on every floor of Kings Court — one of the two buildings in the first-year college house — told The Daily Pennsylvanian that they have seen more mice in their rooms and in the hallways.
Renovations in Stouffer Hall draw complaints from some Quad residents
Stouffer College House is currently under construction, and the Woodland Walk entrance next to the Quad has been blocked off.
Student-run radio station petitions Penn for assistance due to pending loss of studio space
Penn's Office of Student Affairs notified WQHS members earlier this week that they would temporarily lose their space. Since then, over 400 people have signed a petition created by the station asking for support.
Penn Six becomes first a cappella group at Penn to eliminate auditions
The a capella group removed auditions during the fall semester as a requirement to join, meaning that all singers, from beginners to competitive vocalists, are able to join.
College Hall West Wing to receive two-year restoration, accessibility improvements
The restoration will include new HVAC systems, upgraded windows and roofing, all-gender restrooms, updates to office suites and classrooms, and new elevators.
Penn has shortest breaks among Ivy League and local universities, DP analysis finds
The analysis found that Penn has only 24 days off this academic year out of all weekdays, reading days, and exam days in the school year.