Per University policy, classes will also not report in person on Jan. 26.
Penn spent record-high $510,000 lobbying the federal government in fourth quarter of 2025
This fiscal quarter, the University spent $510,000 internally and an additional $260,000 to retain the services of three external lobbying firms: BGR Group, Cassidy & Associates, and Mehlman Consulting.
The Jan. 20 filing echoed previous arguments made by Penn, stating the University has complied with the agency’s demands, but is unwilling to submit personal information without consent.
Over 150 Penn Jewish faculty file brief in support of University response to antisemitism lawsuit
The brief comes amid an ongoing federal investigation into alleged workplace antisemitism at Penn.
Penn spent record-high $510,000 lobbying the federal government in fourth quarter of 2025
This fiscal quarter, the University spent $510,000 internally and an additional $260,000 to retain the services of three external lobbying firms: BGR Group, Cassidy & Associates, and Mehlman Consulting.
The Jan. 20 filing echoed previous arguments made by Penn, stating the University has complied with the agency’s demands, but is unwilling to submit personal information without consent.
Penn vice provost for global initiatives discusses new wellness book in DP interview
In an interview with The Daily Pennsylvanian, Emanuel discussed the book’s key points, including topics such as limiting reckless behaviors, developing healthy sleep habits, and maintaining strong relationships.
Penn’s Weitzman school names four new architecture associated faculty members
The school’s architecture department welcomed Stephen Kieran, David Moon, Kazuyo Sejima, and James Timberlake ahead of the spring semester.
Van Pelt Library discontinues bag check security policy
Penn Libraries Associate Vice Provost for Organizational Impact and Effectiveness Joe Zucca attributed the decision to the importance of creating a safe environment that remains welcoming to visitors.
Here’s what Penn hopes for in 2026
As Penn enters another year, The Daily Pennsylvanian asked students, administrators, and community members to share one hope they have for the University in 2026.
Jameson highlights ‘forward-facing’ initiatives, America 250 in welcome email
The Jan 14. announcement described how the University will celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary and highlighted Penn's contributions to the country's history.
Penn to 'comply' with Department of Education foreign funding policies amid ongoing investigation
The portal — launched on Jan. 2 — aims to promote compliance with Section 117 of the Higher Education Act, which requires postsecondary institutions to report foreign gifts and contracts that total $250,000 or more.
Penn graduate student union announces Feb. 17 strike deadline
If the union were to strike, more than 3,700 graduate student workers would cease work responsibilities to join picket lines across campus.
The emails described the military operation as a "crisis" and listed the contact information of multiple on-campus support services.
Penn ISSS urges select students to avoid international travel as White House expands travel ban
ISSS advised potentially impacted students to avoid non-essential international travel and to consult advisors before leaving the United States.
Penn releases early decision results for Class of 2030
In Penn's first admission cycle since restoring its standardized testing requirement, the University received more than 7,800 early decision applications — nearly two thousand less than last year.
Penn students, Phila. community honor Brown University shooting victims at Ivy League-wide vigil
Two students from Brown spoke about the shooting — which killed two individuals and injured nine others — before attendees observed a moment of silence for the victims.
Penn’s Division of Public Safety implements ‘increased police presence’ after Brown University shooting
In statements to The Daily Pennsylvanian, DPS wrote that it has “increased” police presence on campus and is “actively monitoring” the situation.
University Life Space and Events Associate Director Jonathon May died on Dec. 9
In a Dec. 10 message to the University Life team, Vice Provost for University Life Karu Kozuma wrote that May “helped create vibrant opportunities for community building and connections.”
Penn President Larry Jameson addresses ‘tragic’ shooting at Brown University in campus-wide email
“I was devastated to learn of the tragic shooting on the Brown University campus last night,” Jameson wrote.



















