Opinion Columns
Alfredo Praticò | For the summer, give Philadelphia a chance
By spending a summer here, we can better integrate ourselves into a community that often views Penn as an affluent island in a city where many are just trying to stay afloat.
Sophia DuRose | You’re never too old to start over
If you’re unsatisfied with the career path that your selected major will afford you, find a career path that will make you happy and run with it.
Urooba Abid | Penn students should support universal child care
While this issue may seem like a far off worry for Penn students, child care should be of significant concern to us as we enter the workforce.
Otto Piasecki | Penn should expand active learning
Penn owes its students the best education they can get, and active learning is part of that education.
Emilia Onuonga | I went to CAPS and you should too
Going to CAPS should not be viewed as taboo; it is an act of love. Love yourself and get the help you need.
Lark Yan | 'Parasite' winning is a step forward for diversity, but there's still work to do
As we celebrate this historic win for “Parasite,” let’s not forget about the fight of those yet to receive their rightful equality and recognition.
Sophia DuRose | The Oscars should have more representation, not more jokes about representation
Humorous and performative moments of solidarity will continue to fall flat until real and obvious change is secured for the groups of people who deserve years worth of recognition.
Tejaswi Bhavaraju | Penn students, question more in politics
In the wake of a widespread political wave where every major event has political commentary or leanings, there is a sincere need for us, especially as college students, to question more.
Surayya Walters | In light of Black history month, Penn must do more for its Black students
Whether through funding for relocation efforts for the cultural houses or in paying reparations, Penn needs to increase its advocacy on behalf of its Black students.
Alfredo Praticò | Penn must reevaluate its relationship with Bon Appétit
Penn must apply pressure and encourage Bon Appétit to place a premium on broadening and improving Penn Dining’s offerings and food availability.
Sophia DuRose | Kobe’s legacy is more complicated than we think
Amidst the notable accomplishments of this truly legendary athlete, it is important to acknowledge the entirety of his actions.
Lark Yan | Don't let racism spread with coronavirus
The coronavirus is a serious health crisis, but we can’t use it to drive us towards hatred and fear.
Agatha Advincula | Penn students, in light of impeachment, remember who we are
Now is the time to reflect on who we are as a University and how we wish to be seen.
Sophia DuRose | Penn stores should accept food stamps
Considering Penn’s dining halls proudly state that, “At Penn, we recognize that our cafés serve a diverse population with a wide range of dining preferences,” feeding a wide range of socioeconomic mouths is reason enough to search for a way to ensure equal access to food.
Tyler Larkworthy | Greek life promotes harmful ideas about gender
Men and women on this campus have sorted themselves off, having prepared for very different experiences. Ultimately, however, both fraternities and sororities at Penn enforce an outdated, regressive concept of gender roles.
Jessica Gooding | Penn students, don’t fear failure. Embrace it
As hard as failure can be, we need to breathe it in, exhale and let it go.
Bridget Yu | What you should know about getting in Early Decision
There are many things I wish I had known upon getting accepted early decision to Penn. Here are a few of the most prominent.
Tejaswi Bhavaraju | Penn students, attend and participate in cultural shows
In order to embrace diversity, one should engage more in events organized by cultural groups and try to absorb different values as much as possible.
Bridget Yu | The dialogue on mental health needs concrete solutions
Simply stating the flaws is not enough; we must target and pinpoint concrete solutions if we seek any form of progress.