As the University prepares to gather input on its draft through listening sessions this week, students and faculty raised concerns about the revised role and structure of the Committee on Open Expression.
Penn’s Weitzman school launches initiative to fight poverty in Philadelphia
The Public Service and Policy Initiative, created in partnership with the Penn Institute for Urban Research, is dedicated to tackling poverty in the city through research and community engagement.
Penn celebrates climate office launch, announces University-wide initiatives
The April 20 event featured six speakers across Penn Climate who discussed student fellowships, research funding, and University-wide collaboration.
Penn updates faculty on budget cuts to schools, centers for next fiscal year
The changes — which may include staffing changes or modifications to programs and services — will vary across schools and units.
Penn’s Weitzman school launches initiative to fight poverty in Philadelphia
The Public Service and Policy Initiative, created in partnership with the Penn Institute for Urban Research, is dedicated to tackling poverty in the city through research and community engagement.
Penn celebrates climate office launch, announces University-wide initiatives
The April 20 event featured six speakers across Penn Climate who discussed student fellowships, research funding, and University-wide collaboration.
Penn GSE guarantees admission for Hamilton College undergraduates enrolled in new joint program
Hamilton’s new program guarantees students early admission into graduate schools at Penn, Washington University in St. Louis, and the University of Chicago.
Annenberg School launches strategic vision to ‘tell the story’ of communications at Penn
Recalling conversations from the start of her tenure in July 2023, Annenberg School for Communication Dean Sarah Banet-Weiser said many peers were aware of the school’s reputation but unclear on the specifics of its work.
Penn alum, federal agency chair defends investigation into antisemitism on campus
2008 College graduate and EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas told the crowd that there “is no other way to protect the victims of harassment or discrimination” without collecting their personal information.
Penn unions sound ‘alarm’ on possible employee benefit changes
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with union representatives and organizers who raised concerns about reductions to benefits such as healthcare, retirement, and paid time off.
Penn SAS unveils academic initiative promoting democracy, liberal arts education
In a statement to The Daily Pennsylvanian, School of Arts and Sciences Dean Mark Trodden wrote that the initiative “epitomizes” the school’s strategic goals.
Jameson updates campus community on ‘Penn Forward’ initiative progress
In the April 15 email, Jameson announced that the University will proceed with nine key initiatives centered on building trust, strengthening Penn’s discovery efforts, and extending its global reach.
How Penn Dining selects campus business partners, determines payment methods
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with members of the Penn Dining team to learn how the University selects business partners and decides which payment methods are accepted at different dining locations.
Penn’s annual giving day raises over $3.2 million
This year’s campaign drew contributions from 1,991 donors across 44 states and 28 countries.
University Life launches webpage with guidance on navigating anonymous platforms
The division outlined information about platforms where users with a University email address are able to join a "Penn-specific feed" — such as Sidechat.
What ‘hope’ means for outgoing UA President Nia Matthews
Citing major initiatives under the 53rd session of the UA, Nia Matthews said her focus has always been on prioritizing “the everyday student experience.”
Penn moves to stay court-ordered enforcement of subpoena for list of Jewish community members
The April 13 motion to stay argued the University was “likely to prevail on the appeal” and would face “irreparable injury absent a stay.”
Singer, actress Bea Miller to open 2026 Spring Fling concert
The announcement comes days ahead of the Spring Fling concert, which will be on April 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Penn Park.
The April 9 demonstration — organized in collaboration with Penn Violence Prevention and Penn Women’s Center — drew nearly 300 participants.
Penn prepares to welcome admitted students for Quaker Days
The annual program — dubbed “Quaker Days” — welcomes visiting students and their families with a lineup of activities designed to help them learn more about Penn.



















