Covid
Penn study finds that speech can transmit viruses
The study concluded that there is a “substantial probability” that normal speaking causes airborne virus transmission in confined environments.
Ezekiel Emanuel warns U.S. to prepare for second wave of COVID-19 at virtual PWH event
The former healthcare advisor to the Obama administration discussed reopening strategies on Wednesday morning.
Students can return to Penn in June to retrieve belongings, or have them shipped or stored
Penn Residential Services sent separate emails to graduating and returning students on Thursday evening outlining various options for on-campus residents to retrieve belongings still in their dorms.
A coronavirus check in with Penn baseball
Before their season was cut short due to the coronavirus pandemic, Penn baseball was looking to have one of their best years in recent memory.
Penn outlines four possible scenarios for fall 2020, will finalize plan by end of June
The four scenarios include a hybrid of in-person and online instruction, a shortened in-person semester, more robust summer 2021 course offerings, and entirely online learning.
Varun Saraswathula | As America reopens, our leaders must listen to science
The onus is on our political leadership to support empirical, evidence-based information to protect the American people.
Sophia DuRose | Toxic masculinity is also dangerously contagious
A masculinity that looks toward countries led by women around the globe who manage to have civil press conferences and provide correct information during this crisis is necessary.
Here’s how Ivy League universities are changing admission requirements for the Class of 2025
College Board and ACT testing agencies canceled and postponed multiple test dates in response to the pandemic, prompting many universities to change standardized test requirements for future applicants.
Over 200 profs. sign letter demanding U. use endowment to protect grad students
207 Penn faculty and staff signed an open letter urging administration to use the University's endowment to support graduate students and non-tenured faculty during the coronavirus pandemic.
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.