Lexi Boccuzzi | On the frontline of our pandemic: local politics

By Lexi Boccuzzi · March 25, 2021

Columnist Lexi Boccuzzi argues that the future of the pandemic revolves as much on local governments as the federal government.

Caroline Magdolen | Where’s the pandemic-safe fun at the ‘Social Ivy’?

By Caroline Magdolen · March 25, 2021

Columnist Caroline Magdolen suggests that Penn can do more to promote community wellbeing while being mindful of the pandemic.

Penn Leads the Vote | Philadelphia's local elections are coming up. Here’s why it’s important that you vote.

By Penn Leads the Vote · March 23, 2021

Penn Leads the Vote encourages students to vote in the upcoming local primary elections.

Varun Saraswathula | Every COVID-19 death was an entire lifetime

By Varun Saraswathula · March 21, 2021

Columnist Varun Saraswathula digs into the human loss of the pandemic.

Bridget Yu | Stop using mental health as an excuse to party

By Bridget Yu · March 21, 2021

Columnist Bridget Yu urges Penn students examine why they are partying during the pandemic and urges them to address their mental health in ways that are not hazardous to their peers.

Taja Mazaj | For the Class of 2024, the college experience will never be the same

By Taja Mazaj · March 20, 2021

Columnist Taja Mazaj reflects on her first semester and a half at Penn.

Jessica Gooding | Stop acting like the pandemic is over

By Jessica Gooding · March 18, 2021

Columnist Jessica Gooding argues that Penn students must act to address systemic and societal issues brought to the forefront by the pandemic.

Emily Chang | There is nothing racist about COVID-19. America made it racist.

By Emily Chang · March 17, 2021

Columnist Emily Chang reflects on the root causes of the increase in hate crimes directed towards Asian-Americans in the United States.

Andy Yoon | Stop calling us the 'model minority'

By Andy Yoon · March 16, 2021

Columnist Andy Yoon explores the harms of the "model minority" myth amid rising hate crimes against Asian Americans.

Alex Eapen | Exploitation of Black vaccination sites takes Penn privilege to a new level

By Alexander Eapen · March 16, 2021

Columnist Alex Eapen discussed the harms Penn students cause when they get vaccinated from clinics designed to serve Philadelphia's Black community.

Matthew Liu | Space Exploration: The case for government-funded basic science research

By Matthew Liu · March 8, 2021

Columnist Matthew Liu argues that there is a disconnect between public support and government funds with regards to space exploration.

Isabella Glassman | Keep tests open book when classrooms reopen

By Isabella Glassman · March 4, 2021

Columnist Isabella Glassman argues that professors should keep exams open book when in-person classes return to decrease exam-related stress.

Alex Eapen | Penn’s pre-professional culture is the enemy of passion

By Alexander Eapen · March 2, 2021

Columnist Alex Eapen critiques Penn's pre-professional culture and offers suggestions on how students can find more enjoyment in their lives.

Caroline Magdolen | Let’s talk about the other global crisis: sustainability

By Caroline Magdolen · Feb. 28, 2021

Columnist Caroline Magdolen investigates the status of sustainability at Penn and discusses how the University and its students can lead green lives at Penn.

Urooba Abid | Philly schools are reopening. Penn should provide testing.

By Urooba Abid · Feb. 27, 2021

Columnist Urooba Abid argues that Penn has an obligation to support the School District's reopening plan by providing testing for staff and students as they return to in-person schooling.

Surayya Walters | Wharton must amplify the intersectional voices of BIPOC students

By Surayya Walters · Feb. 26, 2021

Columnist Surayya Walters makes the case that Wharton has long ways to go before becoming an equitable institution and uplifting the experiences of BIPOC women to feel comfortable in the workplace.

Lexi Boccuzzi | Stop losing faith

By Lexi Boccuzzi · Feb. 25, 2021

Columnist Lexi Boccuzzi argues that Penn students should not disregard religion on campus and should see these organizations as a vessel for reflection and community.