Covid
Wistar Institute coronavirus vaccine shows signs of eliciting immune response in animals
The animal study showed the vaccine caused the activation of T cells and the production of antibodies that neutralize the virus in mice and guinea pigs
Urooba Abid | Ramadan holds new meaning in quarantine
Quarantine has left time for many of us to do what our overstimulated society so rarely leaves time for — reflection. Coincidentally, this is the main goal of Ramadan.
What would it be like studying abroad, from home?: Fate of fall abroad remains uncertain
Although Penn Abroad said it would announce the fate of fall study abroad programs by May 15, the decision for many programs has been delayed once again because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Editorial | Penn should introduce a preventative mental health care model
In light of the COVID-19 global pandemic and the immense stressors it produces, Penn should adopt a proactive rather than reactive stance towards mental health.
Virtual commencement honors Class of 2020 after tumultuous spring semester
Penn President Amy Gutmann was joined by commencement speaker and award-winning author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, as well as 1999 College graduate and Grammy-award winning musician John Legend, to congratulate the Class of 2020.
Penn will hold the Class of 2020's in-person commencement in May 2021
While the newly announced celebration is on May 22 and 23, 2021, it will not directly conflict with the Class of 2021's commencement — which is currently scheduled for May 17, 2021.
Photo Essay | When the world is closed, Penn students find creative ways to cope
Increased free time amid stay-at-home orders has led to the return to forgotten interests and introspection. From spending time with pets to appreciating nature, students have found growth and inspiration.
Wharton model predicts 18M additional lost jobs by June 30 if state restrictions remain
If people continue social distancing but all states fully reopen by June 30, the simulator projects a loss of 500,000 jobs in the next two months and approximately 350,000 cumulative deaths.
Photo Essay | Students reflect on life inside the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic
The City That Never Sleeps has been in a deep slumber for almost two months. The streets have become eerily quiet. Businesses have closed their doors. Public places that were usually packed are now virtually empty.
LPS launches free online course to teach resilience and increase optimism during pandemic
The course, titled “Resilience Skills in a Time of Uncertainty,” launched on the online learning platform Coursera in April.
HUP Pavilion remains empty despite rushed construction to create 120 patient rooms
HUP analyzes occupancy rates every day and reevaluates the need to move patients to the Pavilion on a weekly basis.
Student sues Penn for tuition refunds, but U. says lawsuit is ‘wholly without merit’
A Penn graduate student filed a class action lawsuit against the University on April 30, demanding tuition and fee refunds for the remainder of the spring semester after on-campus operations shut down in March.
Students and professors grapple with unprecedented remote finals season
Many professors had to change the format of their final exams to accommodate for students’ varying time zones, lack of proctoring methods, and other at-home difficulties.
Students and faculty call on U. to support grad students amid halted research
Social distancing and travel restrictions have forced in-person fieldwork and research to a standstill, and universities' nationwide hiring freezes are making it harder to secure a job in academia.
Penn's spring teams find unique ways to celebrate seniors despite season cancellations
Canceled seasons meant canceled Senior Nights, and the spring sports teams missed out on the opportunity to honor the players who had dedicated four years to their respective teams.
Penn rejected $9.9 million – here's how other Ivies are handling federal coronavirus aid
Here’s how all eight Ivy League universities are using — or not using — their CARES funding.
Photo Essay | Penn's once bustling campus, now vacant
March 11, 2020 marked a significant change in the lives of the Penn community. Campus transitioned from a place that housed over thousands of diverse, tight-knit communities of people to a desolated, eerie world.
Photo Essay | From India to Kentucky, the Penn community shares its quarantine views
Amid the coronavirus outbreak, members of the Penn community find themselves quarantined across the globe. Here are their views.
NCAA announces spring athlete eligibility extension, but Penn athletes may not benefit
As a result of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the NCAA Division I Council voted on Monday to grant spring-sport athletes an extension of their eligibility period.