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Study: Students use job money for entertainment
Students with jobs may be using their paychecks for expenses like entertainment, food and “beer money” rather than tuition.
Transcending the language divide in media
During a Multicultural Outreach discussion hosted by Penn Alumni Relations last night, CNN reporter Maria Ferré told her story and gave advice to an audience of students and alumni.New bus service expands East Coast travel options
Starting later this month, Penn students heading home to some East Coast cities will have a cheaper and more convenient way to get there.Nonprofits try to boost recruitment
Leaders at nonprofit organizations across the country are trying to replicate Teach For America’s successful recruitment efforts.
Larry Summers talks economics in Irvine
From writing and finance to climate change and stimulus packages, Larry Summers said economics covers more than meets the eye.
BBBS study break offers community service and goodies
Penn students took a break from studying last night to enrich the lives of West Philadelphia children — with warm winter scarves and a better education.
ACLU members don orange jumpsuits for Guantanamo rights
Yesterday, the usual crowd of students on Locust Walk was joined by a new group — students clad in orange jumpsuits.Treating eating disorders at Penn
Penn Counseling and Psychological Services and other University staff handle treatment for students with disordered eating habits mostly without organized student involvement.
Sharing 'Kristin's story' to educate about rape
Andrea Cooper’s daughter Kristin committed suicide with a gun on New Year’s Eve of 1995, following a struggle with depression after she became a victim of acquaintance rape.Fall fraternity recruitment wraps up
For some upperclassmen men who participated in this year’s Interfraternity Council fall rush, the process is almost at its end.
Freshman footsteps | In true Penn style, busy and loving it
She was sick and stuck in bed for a week, yet she still managed to get an A on her Calculus midterm. That’s what one might call a Penn heroine.HUP to change rules for young visitors
The University of Pennsylvania Health System is considering a policy that would prevent visitors under the age of 16, according to early reports by Fox 29.Consulting group brings Penn and West Phila. students together
United Service Consulting — a student-run consulting group focused on designing community service initiatives — will test its model in a partnership between the Intercultural Leadership Program and KIPP West Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School.
Behind the Mask | Down to the wire
Mask and Wig's fall show, “Conquistadora the Explorer,” debuts tonight. It features original musical numbers and comedic bits.
Freshman Footsteps | From tutoring to ‘tighty whities,’ a full first term
Follow freshman Elizabeth Argall as she navigates through freshman year at Penn.
Students discuss the process of coming out
Students say coming out can’t be rushed, and it can’t be formulized. But Penn offers resources that can help.Changes at Mass to prevent flu
The Catholic Bishops of Pennsylvania has issued Flu Season Directives to the Pennsylvania “clergy and faithful” to combat the potential spread of the flu.
Shakespeare? Nay, Homer
Students came out to watch Rick Miller perform MacHomer, a one-man act that blends The Simpsons and Macbeth.