Editorials
Editorial | Dear Class of 2027: What Penn admissions won’t tell you
The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board provides the Class of 2027 with a more detailed and realistic view of campus culture than what Penn Admissions showcases.
Editorial | Penn, respect the rights of student workers
The Daily Pennsylvanian's Editorial Board calls on Penn to remain neutral as RAs and GAs continue their unionization process. The University must allow student workers to make well-informed choices for themselves.
Editorial | A Message to Penn Administration Regarding Turkey and Syria
The Daily Pennsylvanian's Editorial Board calls on Penn to make a public statement and offer support for Turkey and Syria following the recent earthquakes.
Editorial | Returning the remains isn't enough
The Daily Pennsylvanian's Editorial Board argues that Penn must take immediate, concrete steps to rectify holding the remains of at least one child killed in the MOVE bombing.
Editorial | It’s past time for affordable summer classes
The Daily Pennsylvanian's Editorial Board argues that Penn needs to reduce the cost of summer classes given the pandemic's impact on internships and other summer opportunities.
Editorial | Vaccines should be required for the fall semester
The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board urges Penn to require vaccinations for all students for the fall 2021 semester.
Editorial | In light of Biden's Title IX review, Penn must do more to combat sexual assault
The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board urges University administration take active steps to reduce sexual violence on campus in light of Pres. Biden's announced review of Title IX policies.
Editorial | Penn: Don’t abandon virtual classes next semester
The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board argues that students unable to come to campus next semester should still be able to take their desired classes virtually.
Editorial | Employers: Don't judge Penn students for their pass/fail decisions
The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board argues that future employers and graduate schools should not discount or penalize Penn applicants for taking a few classes pass/fail during the pandemic.
Editorial | Penn students: stop misusing your privilege
The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board argues that Penn students must stop acting like normal behavior is appropriate during a pandemic, endangering their peers and the West Philadelphia community.
Editorial | Student vaccinations must not come at the expense of West Philadelphia
The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board argues that Penn must include West Philadelphians in its plan for vaccinating our community at-large.
Editorial | Commencement should be in person. Here's how we do it.
The Editorial Board argues that the University should hold an in-person commencement, but must take precautions to do so safely.
Editorial | Penn's new admissions dean must prioritize socioeconomic diversity
The Editorial Board argues that new dean of admissions Whitney Soule must promote admissions policies that increase socioeconomic diversity at Penn.
Editorial | Forced on-campus housing and dining weakens the Sophomore experience
The University’s attempt to build a strong second-year experience is laudable, especially in light of the uncertainty created by COVID-19. However, making housing and dining choices on behalf of students does not accomplish this goal.
Editorial | To save our semester, our culture around COVID-19 must change
The Editorial Board argues that Penn students have to change the campus culture around COVID-19, otherwise the future of the semester may be in jeopardy.
Editorial | Penn continues to do the bare minimum for subcontracted workers
Penn continues to mistreat subcontracted workers, despite their necessity in keeping campus operational and the community safe.
Editorial | Penn students must make the pass/fail decision that's right for them
Despite an email from deans stressing not to take classes pass/fail except for the most strenuous of circumstances, the Editorial Board argues that the decision to pass/fail a course is not Penn's, and should not be discounted because of potential professional repercussions.
Editorial | Penn must not ignore West Philadelphians’ concerns amid campus reopening
Penn’s decision to bring students back to campus generated negative reactions from many West Philadelphia residents. To mitigate the damage, the University must take steps to increase access to medical care, allow open communication, and solicit genuine feedback from the surrounding community.
Editorial | First-year students: Coming to campus isn’t an excuse to party
Penn's first-years have returned to campus, but issues with partying and possible COVID-19 spread threaten the in-person semester the Penn community wants.