Sangitha Aiyer | We need to redefine our idea of classics

By Sangitha Aiyer · Oct. 23, 2022

Columnist Sangitha Aiyer argues that the field of Classics is Western-centric and must be re-examined. 

Caroline Magdolen | The Rat Kings of Penn

By Caroline Magdolen · Oct. 20, 2022

Columnist Caroline Magdolen contemplates what it means to be happy and fulfilled as a college student

Vinay Khosla | The cult of Harry Styles

By Vinay Khosla · Oct. 19, 2022

Columnist Vinay Khosla argues that parasocial relationships insulate public figures, such as celebrities and politicians from necessary criticism and that we must deconstruct this phenomenon. 

Annie Bingle | My first month at Penn: The good, the bad, and everything I learned along the way

By Annie Bingle · Oct. 19, 2022

Columnist Annie Bingle reflects on her first month at Penn, and her lessons learned along the way.

Allison Santa-Cruz | Penn is neglecting mental health yet again

By Allison Santa-Cruz · Oct. 16, 2022

Columnist Allison Santa-Cruz argues that the recent merger between CAPS and Student Health services not only exemplifies the barriers of accessing Penn’s mental health services but also demonstrates that Penn's financial investments are prioritized elsewhere.

C.H. Henry | Spring Fling needs the Quad

By C.H. Henry · Oct. 16, 2022

Columnist C.H. Henry challenges the logistical future of Penn’s annual Spring Fling festival and explains how a return to the Quad is in its best interest.

Isabella Glassman | Penn’s leasing of The Radian hurts, not helps

By Isabella Glassman · Oct. 13, 2022

Columnist Isabella Glassman contemplates how Penn’s decision to lease The Radian constructively displaces the current tenants while failing to build community.

Riane Lumer | Penn’s lack of composting stations is trashy

By Riane Lumer · Oct. 12, 2022

Columnist Riane Lumer urges Penn to follow other universities’ footsteps and adopt a compostable program to mitigate climate change.

Fiona Miller | What one million dollars tells us about Penn Student Government

By Fiona Miller · Oct. 12, 2022

Columnist Fiona Miller discusses what the recent Undergraduate Assembly vote reveals about Penn Student Government.

Benjamin McAvoy-Bickford | Beware a tsunami of acronyms and abbreviations

By Benjamin McAvoy-Bickford · Oct. 11, 2022

Columnist Benjamin McAvoy-Bickford considers whether Penn has become overly dependent on unintuitive language to communicate meaning.

Alex Baxter | The Queen’s death is cause for Penn to consider its own troubled past

By Alex Baxter · Oct. 9, 2022

Columnist Alex Baxter reflects on how the U.K. and Penn have opportunities to confront the crimes which define their establishments.

Riane Lumer | A look into the (Post-) COVID-19 University

By Riane Lumer · Oct. 4, 2022

Columnist Riane Lumer explores factors to look forward to given advancements in the pandemic, but also cautions a semi-return to normalcy.

Cathy Li | Studying toward a world with and for women

By Cathy Li · Oct. 3, 2022

Columnist Cathy Li argues that taking a Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies class could transform student thinking.

Sam Zou | College rankings are a sham

By Sam Zou · Sept. 28, 2022

Columnist Sam Zou argues that college rankings rarely hold cheating institutions accountable and consider factors irrelevant to educational quality.

Mia Vesely | How diversity is valued (or not) in Class of 2026 admissions

By Mia Vesely · Sept. 28, 2022

Columnist Mia Vesely examines why the class of 2026 is considered the most 'diverse' and what that claim really means.

Emily Chang | Virtual classes are still needed in a post-COVID-19 world

By Emily Chang · Sept. 26, 2022

Columnist Emily Chang emphasizes the importance of learning from the past and reviving COVID-19 policies to improve current life.   

Annie Bingle | How making your bed will change your life

By Annie Bingle · Sept. 22, 2022

Columnist Annie Bingle explores the unique benefits to making your bed each morning, and encourages you to do the same.