Administration
Making an effort to find more Rhodes, Marshall scholars
It’s been more than four years since Penn has had a Rhodes Scholar ? but the Center for Undergraduate Research and Fellowships has revamped the fellowship application process in an effort to add Penn names to the ranks of scholars.For the first time, Penn put in place a faculty review committee to review and interview applicants for the Rhodes, Marshall and Mitchell Scholarships, three competitive awards for American students to pursue graduate studies in the United Kingdom and Ireland and select finalists to receive Penn’s official endorsement.Prior to the committee’s instatement, students were welcome to apply and receive Penn’s endorsement so long as they satisfied the minimum requirements for the fellowships.
Disciplinary office four years behind on annual statistics reports
Compared to Ivy peers, Penn lags in disciplinary transparency.
New sexual assault process discussed at U. Council
Penn's General Counsel Wendy White confirmed in an interview after Wednesday's University Council meeting that Penn will implement its new disciplinary process for sexual assaults next semester.
Gutmann elected chair of university association
Penn President Amy Gutmann was elected chair of the Association of American Universities on Tuesday, placing her at a vantage point to vocalize and advocate for current issues in higher education.
Penn announces renewed sustainability plan
Penn announced on Tuesday afternoon the University's next steps to make the campus as environmentally friendly as possible.
Head-hunting behind closed doors
Penn follows a policy of confidentiality in its searches for new deans and senior administrators.
Penn to announce new sustainability plan
Penn President Amy Gutmann plans to announce Penn’s Climate Action Plan 2.0 on Tuesday
Gutmann's 10th anniversary: Policies and progress since 2004
Penn has changed since President Amy Gutmann’s tenure began a decade ago.
On the record: Gutmann talks mental health
The fight for better mental health at Penn is not yet a mission accomplished but it is an integral part of the University’s overall mission, according to Penn President Amy Gutmann.
Gutmann confronted about mental health at University Council meeting
Penn President Amy Gutmann was confronted about her response to the mental health crisis
Penn's endowment has remained consistent over time
Despite the fact that Penn’s endowment is a mere 26 percent of its Crimson counterpart, there are advantages to a smaller endowment ? it
Penn's five newest deans go through orientation
The tides are changing at Penn, with five new deans taking the helm throughout the next academic year.
Penn's endowment grows to $9.6 billion
With a 17.5 percent return over the past year, the endowment is the largest it's ever been.
Greeks' task forces to proactively tackle hazing, sexual assault
The task forces, which will focus on four key issues — alcohol and drugs, hazing, sexual assault, and mental health — will establish their respective goals at their first meetings.
Women presidents' compensation lags in Ivy League
Only three of the top 20-compensated private university presidents are women.
College house cafes now serving free refreshments
College Houses are repurposing cafe space in beneficial ways for residents, following college house cafe closings.
Despite University obligations, Gutmann keeps up with research
Amy Gutmann puts her signature on more than just Penn paperwork.
With mental health an issue, religious groups increase wellness initiatives
Penn's religious community has begun increasing its focus on mental health services.
College House cafes close over possible regulation issues
The decision to not re-open the college house cafes in Rodin, Harnwell, Harrison, Reipe, and Kings Court College Houses was made at the beginning of the summer.