Covid
Penn’s Alpha Phi placed on probation after repeatedly violating COVID-19 guidelines
The Alpha Phi International Fraternity banned the chapter from holding in-person and virtual events until May 11, at which date the chapter's status will be reviewed again based on the University investigation.
Ineligible Penn and Drexel students have received the COVID-19 vaccine, city officials say
Philadelphia's decision to allow walk-ins at its federally run vaccination site has shown signs of early success in improving the racial equity of vaccine distribution. It has also, however, led to a large number of local, ineligible college students attempting to get vaccinated.
FactCheck.org awarded funding from Google to combat COVID-19 misinformation
The Google News Initiative awarded funding to FactCheck.org and Univision Noticias to combat COVID-19 immunization misinformation in United States Hispanic households.
New data reveal racial and geographic disparities in COVID-19 vaccination in Philadelphia
Three in 10 residents of wealthier areas downtown have already received their first dose of the vaccine while in a nearby majority-Black area, the rate is only three in 50 residents.
Penn Abroad offers virtual internships, giving students cross-cultural training at home
As COVID-19 continues to restrict study abroad and internship options, students can participate in Penn Aboard's new Virtual Internships Abroad program, which provides them with work experiences at companies around the world.
A year into the pandemic, 52 Penn community members tell their stories
To commemorate the 52 weeks since the University was evacuated, The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke to 52 members of the Penn community, who shared how the pandemic has impacted their lives.
A year into the pandemic, students reflect on losing family members to COVID-19
The students described how their outlooks on life and the pandemic were upended in just a year, and expressed hope that their stories would compel their peers to follow COVID-19 safety protocols.
Penn’s and Philadelphia’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout early plans, explained
What does Philadelphia's vaccine rollout mean for members of the Penn community, and what should they do after receiving the vaccine? The Daily Pennsylvanian has answers to all of those questions and more.
Penn students, experts report negative impact of year-long pandemic on mental health
While CAPS has not experienced any notable change in the number of students seeking services, according to CAPS Senior Clinical Director Michal Saraf, other organizations have seen an uptick in individuals seeking help since the onset of the pandemic.
Penn virologists outline how COVID-19 can help the world prepare for future pandemics
The panelists blasted the Trump administration for mishandling the early stages of the pandemic and emphasized the importance of access to reliable health information.
Here’s how Penn’s decisions have impacted West Philadelphia throughout the pandemic
Penn's actions regarding the pandemic have affected the West Philadelphia community in a variety of ways, ranging from its employment of local residents to its economic effects on local businesses.
In Photos: The pandemic’s mark on Penn’s campus, one year later
Last April, Daily Pennsylvanian photographers documented what campus looked like one month into the pandemic. We revisited some of the locations this month, one year into the pandemic, to see what's changed.
Penn admin denounce anti-Asian violence following deadly Atlanta spa shootings
Yesterday's incident follows an increase in incidents of discrimination and violence directed against Asian and Asian Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Penn's undergraduate positivity rate decreases for fifth straight week to 0.19%
After experiencing an alarming uptick in cases in early February, Penn's undergraduate positivity rate and case count has decreased every week since.
Students say they enjoyed ‘Spring Stay’ events but criticize their limited capacity
Spring Stay included a number of free University-sponsored events such as an all-campus treasure hunt, photoshoots at the LOVE statue, and class ice skating nights.
Penn Wharton Budget Model finds decrease in learning and future income from virtual school
By March 2021, Black students in grades K-5 have incurred an 11.9% loss in lifetime income from school closures, and white students have lost 10.4%.
Wharton study shows increased COVID-19 risk for essential workers and their families
Dependents living with essential workers are 17% more likely to test positive for COVID-19 than dependents of nonessential workers, and roommates of essential workers are 38% more likely.
Duke University issues stay-in-place order after COVID-19 outbreak
Duke has had over 180 positive cases and 200 students quarantined through contact tracing in the past week alone — the largest one-week jump since the start of the pandemic.
Penn Law professor creates system to track outcomes of insurance suits during COVID-19
The COVID Coverage Litigation Tracker, created by Penn Law School Professor Thomas Baker, collects data on the outcomes of insurance litigation cases filed during the pandemic.