Editorial | Penn students deserve more Reading Days

By The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board · May 1, 2019

As much as The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board believes our Quaker peers are the brightest in the Ivy League, we don’t think we’re that much smarter, and we’d appreciate some more time off.

Christy Qiu | Every Penn student should build their own time capsule

By Christy Qiu · May 1, 2019

 The process of reflecting was valuable in that it was a cognizant deliberation and analysis of my mentality and actions. It helped me break out of habit and identity my faults, my ways of responding to situations, and the methods I can take to improve my lifestyle. It also helped raise self-acceptance as I pinpointed victories that I’ve achieved through hard work and compassion.

Lucy Hu | Should international students give up career or family? How about neither.

By Lucy Hu · April 30, 2019

I will always have to choose between pursuing my passions in the United States of America and being with my family. If I choose one, I can’t have the other.

Sophia DuRose | Too many students don't take full advantage of financial aid

By Sophia DuRose · April 29, 2019

Students should know of every advantage Penn’s financial aid offers in order to allow them the same access as Penn students not on financial aid.  

Hadriana Lowenkron | Volunteering this summer isn't financially sustainable for everyone

By Hadriana Lowenkron · April 24, 2019

The truth of the matter, and what some are so quick to overlook, as they are blindsided by their activist ambitions, is that having the ability to volunteer or take on an unpaid internship exudes extreme privilege. 

Tyler Larkworthy | Penn students need to lead more sustainable lives

By Tyler Larkworthy · April 22, 2019

We could live incredibly sustainable lives. But we don’t.

Urooba Abid | Penn, make summer courses more accessible to students from all backgrounds

By Urooba Abid · April 21, 2019

The entire system of summer courses at Penn benefits mainly wealthy students. 

Isami McCowan | Now more than ever, it’s important to say no sometimes

By Isami McCowan · April 21, 2019

Before I came to Penn, I pretty much said “yes” to every kind of position or opportunity presented to me.

James Morrison | Call home more

By James Morrison · April 21, 2019

And, although their nagging can sometimes be annoying, it’s good to be reminded from time to time that it’s important to get enough sleep, eat well, and go to Van Pelt every once in a while.

Kaliyah Dorsey | At Penn, fake smiles hurt more than they help

By Kaliyah Dorsey · April 16, 2019

I realized that spending a lot of time alone, coupled with the stress of academics, can foster loneliness even in those who like alone time. This means you might not feel as happy as you might have in high school or on vacation. 

Jessica Li | Penn professors, get my name right

By Jessica Li · April 16, 2019

 Learn our names correctly. It’s not that hard. 

Sophia DuRose | Incoming freshmen, take advantage of your peer advisors

By Sophia DuRose · April 15, 2019

My peer-advisor story is not a unique one, and many people don’t feel as if their peer advisors have done all they can to help them. But I must ask myself if I did all I could to ask for help.   

Sophia DuRose | Penn, let's talk about female masturbation

By Sophia DuRose · April 11, 2019

So my question is, why are sexual encounters where men benefit more normalized? And how can we combat this idea? By talking.

Julia Mitchell | International students deserve transparency from Student Financial Services

By Julia Mitchell · April 9, 2019

There are steps that the University could take to both mitigate tax inconsistencies and to better disseminate these facts to students, many of whom do not realize the facts until they are issued an unexpected billing statement that they will have to pay a tax on a significant portion of their grant.

Joel Lee | Don’t let housing ruin your relationships

By Joel Lee · April 9, 2019

The truth is that housing presents a problem with no good solution.

James Morrison | Keep Van Pelt and Huntsman open 24-hours

By James Morrison · April 9, 2019

If students are going to stay up late working regardless of the operating hours, why not open up more spaces for them to use so they can at least be comfortable and at ease?

Isami McCowan | Don't shorten your name to appease others

By Isami McCowan · April 8, 2019

The first thing you tell someone when you meet them — before inevitably bringing up your major or your hometown — is your name. It holds weight.