Editorials
Editorial | Penn must meet the rising demand for computer science classes
High demand for these courses — from CIS majors, CIS minors, and students taking CIS courses as electives — has left Penn students struggling to satisfy major and minor requirements because they are stuck on long waitlists for mandatory courses.
Editorial | Jerome Allen must be removed from the Penn Athletics Hall of Fame
When Penn honors a man who has broken federal law, it lowers the bar for the University, and sets a bad precedent for current students.
Editorial | The college admissions process is broken, and Penn is no exception
It is crucial that we pay close attention to how the University responds to this scandal, particularly at a time when the admissions process is under nationwide scrutiny.
Editorial | Penn should reclassify economics as a STEM major
Reclassifying economics as a STEM major would affirm Penn’s commitment to such a prominent portion of its student body, and their futures after completing their undergraduate degrees.
Editorial | Social media isn’t a substitute for student activism on campus
Influencing or reversing a policy made by the administration may seem like an impossible task, but it has certainly been done before. We must continue to advocate for the change we want through hands-on activism.
Editorial | Give RAs more affordable access to food
If Penn truly values the services RAs provide and appreciates the fact that low-income students are the ones incentivized to provide them, they will stop creating a new set of problems for students who already have plenty to deal with.
Editorial | Joe Biden missed his chance for president. Dems need someone new in 2020.
Joe Biden's track record is flawed, and the Democratic party needs a new face to rally behind. We urge Biden not to declare his candidacy for president.
Editorial | Penn should give Presidents Day off
While one day off isn’t enough for most students to travel home or elsewhere off-campus, short, intermittent breaks during the semesters are far more meaningful in improving campus mental health.
Editorial | Dining halls should increase hours and food options to promote accessibility
Penn Dining must increase the scope of meal plans.
Editorial | Penn must provide more resources to the FGLI library
Penn needs to step up and provide more resources to the FGLI textbook library.
Editorial | Penn cultural centers deserve more space than the ARCH basement
The relegation of La Casa Latina, Makuu, and the Pan-Asian American Community House to a basement in the ARCH building is exclusionary.
Editorial | Kaepernick hasn’t left. Neither should Penn’s criminal justice reform efforts.
While the Super Bowl may be the only time some pay attention to these issues, police brutality and structural racism are not distant phenomena for many on and near Penn’s campus.
Editorial | President Gutmann’s accomplishments justify her $3.9 million salary
While students don’t often see Gutmann on Locust Walk, aside from major capstone events in their Penn careers, she is clearly hard at work.
Editorial | In responding to Title IX changes, Penn needs to prioritize survivors
Penn has some flexibility in how it can implement the new regulations into University policy. In navigating the new guidelines, the administration must prioritize the rights of victims.
Editorial | It’s time for Penn to offer free menstrual products on campus
Menstrual products are a necessity. While it is encouraging that the UA recognizes that, Penn's administration has a responsibility to do so as well.
Editorial | Joining a sorority isn't the only way to make the most of your Penn experience
Being comfortable at Penn often takes more time than just one semester, or just a few days of rush.
Editorial | Don’t let the CAPS stigma discourage you from seeking help
It is important that you aren’t discouraged from making use of confidential, free, and often incredibly helpful resources the University has made available to you, regardless of their shortcomings.
Editorial | Let's get physical — Why Penn should offer for-credit physical education classes
Returning to the days of required physical education would be a mistake, but allowing students to make the choice to work out for credit could go a long way in improving the wellness of our community.
Editorial | Biden, Musk, Franklin — Penn needs to re-examine its heroes
As we continue to discuss Dr. Ford’s Congressional hearing, it is worthwhile to remember former Vice President and Penn professor Joe Biden’s conduct during Hill’s hearing 27 years ago.