Following the end of Biden's term, The Daily Pennsylvanian looked back at some of the most notable Penn alumni and affiliates who served in his administration.
Amy Gutmann
Three former Penn swimmers sue Penn, Ivy League over Lia Thomas competing in NCAA women’s swimming
The case was filed in federal court on Feb. 4 and alleges that the four defendants — Penn, Harvard University, the Ivy League, and the NCAA — violated Title IX regulations.
Trump signs executive order banning transgender athletes from women’s sports
The executive order promises to “rescind all funds from educational programs that deprive women and girls of fair athletic opportunities."
Marie Dillard | The calculus of Blackness
Columnist Marie Dillard reflects on the complexities of Black identity, gatekeeping, and the historical and cultural underpinnings of how Blackness is defined and perceived.
Three former Penn swimmers sue Penn, Ivy League over Lia Thomas competing in NCAA women’s swimming
The case was filed in federal court on Feb. 4 and alleges that the four defendants — Penn, Harvard University, the Ivy League, and the NCAA — violated Title IX regulations.
Trump signs executive order banning transgender athletes from women’s sports
The executive order promises to “rescind all funds from educational programs that deprive women and girls of fair athletic opportunities."
Also, an exclusive interview with the Penn graduate convicted and pardoned for his involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot.
Annenberg study finds nearly half of adults falsely believe daily aspirin benefits outweigh risks
The Jan. 31 report indicated that 48% of adults associate consistent use of low-dose aspirin with reducing the risk of heart attacks.
Saquon Barkley expresses frustration with media for spoiling engagement announcement
The Eagles' star running back shared the news of his engagement to college sweetheart Anna Congdon in an exclusive with PEOPLE Magazine.
2010 Penn graduate Patrick Stedman defends Jan. 6, 2021 actions, reflects on Capitol riot in DP interview
Stedman maintained that the 2020 election was “stolen” from Trump, and said that he did not regret his participation in the demonstration.
As the legality of Trump's executive order remains unclear, The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with Penn's legal experts and community members about the potential impacts of revoking birthright citizenship.
Penn alum, Chiefs wide receiver Justin Watson supports Ivy League decision to opt out of 'pay for play'
The three-time Super Bowl champion and 2018 Wharton graduate is competing for a Ivy League record-breaking fourth Super Bowl win.
‘Those lacrosse guys like to party’: Eagles running back Will Shipley details memories on Penn’s campus
Eagles running back Will Shipley, the brother of former Penn lacrosse player James Shipley, recently had a forced fumble and 57-yard run in the NFC Championship.
DP Daybreak | Faculty Senate colloquium begins
Also, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the formation of a task force to combat antisemitism on college campuses.
Namrata Pradeep | Our apps can’t dictate our politics
Columnist Namrata Pradeep discusses how social media platforms shape young users’ perceptions of government.
How Penn is celebrating Black History Month, from panels to murals and music
The Penn community — from cultural groups to the University at large — has organized a variety of programs throughout February to celebrate Black History Month.
University leaders discuss 'time of peril' for higher education at Penn Faculty Senate colloquium
The Jan. 30 event — titled “Higher Education and the State: How Politics are Reshaping America’s Great Universities" — was the first of the Faculty Senate’s three-part colloquium series.
U.S. Department of Justice establishes task force to combat antisemitism on college campuses
The formation of the task force comes after 1968 Wharton graduate and President Donald Trump’s executive order directing federal agencies to deport non-citizen students involved in pro-Palestinian protests.
The seven initiatives included in the Climate and Sustainability Action Plan 4.0 was developed with input from faculty, students, and staff representatives.
Raxx Vintage pop-up store opens on Walnut Street
The pop-up — bringing vintage clothing, accessories, furniture, and books to University City — will remain in the space until January 2026


















