Administration
Phila. politicians, AAUP-Penn urge Penn administrators to prevent violence at encampment
The statement, referencing "violent police action" taken against student and faculty protesters on college campuses nationwide, urged Penn to prevent similar violence from "being replicated here in Philadelphia."
Penn's interim president, provost meet with organizers of pro-Palestinian encampment
Organizers wrote in a statement that until the encampment's demands are met, they "will continue to occupy this space."
Penn’s Jewish community members express opposition to encampment amid split student perspectives
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with several Jewish students about their reactions to the encampment and what they hope to see from the University moving forward.
Inside the programming of the pro-Palestinian encampment on Penn's College Green
Events offered included speakers, poetry readings, and de-escalation training.
Penn calls on pro-Palestinian encampment to disband immediately, citing legal and policy violations
Protesters have been notified of their violations and will face sanctions if they do not disband immediately.
Penn student government approves referendum vote on University divestment from Israel
Voting on the referendum will be open for all undergraduate students until Wednesday.
Penn admin. to meet with Jewish Student Advisory Group over response to pro-Palestinian encampment
Penn has suggested it would consider action against the encampment if it had evidence of "threatening or violent behaviors."
LIVE UPDATES: Day two of pro-Palestinian encampment on Penn's College Green
The Daily Pennsylvanian is live from College Green as pro-Palestinian activists complete their first evening camped out.
Jameson hosts listening session on student concerns amid Israel-Hamas war as Penn encampment begins
At the session, attendees heard from 10 members of the Penn community about campus safety, open expression, and administrative inaction since the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel.
Penn suspension of pro-Palestinian student group prompted by three violations of University requirements
In the investigation, CSA found that PAO failed to meet three different requirements necessary for student organizations at Penn, according to a source.
LIVE UPDATES: Day one of pro-Palestinian encampment on Penn's College Green
The Daily Pennsylvanian is following the rising tensions on Penn's campus and beyond today.
Penn threatens consequences for breaking University policies, laws amid pro-Palestinian encampment
The University also outlined what conditions will prompt it to respond to the encampment.
Pro-Palestinian activists begin encampment of College Green, protesting Penn and Israel-Hamas war
The encampment began after a 2 p.m. protest originating at City Hall — which was organized by the Philly Palestine Coalition — arrived in University City.
Penn students seek dueling referendums on Israel divestment as campus tensions rise
In a joint statement to the DP on Wednesday night, NEC Chair and UA President Ria Ellendula expressed support for the process of initiating a referendum based on student concerns.
Penn community divided on pro-Palestinian group ban, question University approach
PAO’s ban has surprised the Penn community, with students, faculty, activist organizations, and politicians expressing concerns about free speech and the University’s lack of transparency regarding the reasoning behind the decision.
Alumni demand Penn take action against eight professors, citing alleged antisemitic conduct
In the letter, the signatories recommended a list of major sanctions allowed by the Faculty Handbook, as well as additional consequences due to the "seriousness" of the professors' actions.
Jameson outlines steps to support Penn community amid national campus unrest, start of Passover
Jameson’s message expressed support for students, faculty, and staff amidst heightened university tensions nationwide and the University’s deregistration of Penn Students Against the Occupation of Palestine on April 19.
University bans pro-Palestinian student group Penn Against the Occupation from campus
The deregistration marks a new step in the University’s response to heightened tensions pertaining to the Israel-Hamas war, as it has not previously publicly disciplined any individuals or student organizations.
AAUP-Penn makes academic freedom, free speech suggestions to presidential commission to combat hate
In the April 12 meeting, the AAUP Executive Committee brought forth several recommendations centered around academic freedom and the role of faculty governance.