Here’s everything to know about the campus essentials that will shape your first-year experience.
Fall 2013 Undergraduate Assembly Elections
Research programs, funding opportunities that let Penn students earn money while learning
As an incoming Penn student, you may have some questions about how to get involved on campus — and how to make money doing so. Here are just a few of the many funding opportunities at Penn!
Here’s what you missed at Penn this summer
As the fall semester approaches, here’s what you missed on and around campus this summer at Penn.
From free rides to free reads, a PennKey unlocks more than a dorm
From free subscriptions to discounted experiences around Philadelphia, here's a list of free perks that come with being a Penn student.
Research programs, funding opportunities that let Penn students earn money while learning
As an incoming Penn student, you may have some questions about how to get involved on campus — and how to make money doing so. Here are just a few of the many funding opportunities at Penn!
Here’s what you missed at Penn this summer
As the fall semester approaches, here’s what you missed on and around campus this summer at Penn.
Who’s who at Penn? Ten faces to know on campus
Penn is home to some of the world’s most talented and influential scholars, coaches, and industry experts — here are 10 that every student should know.
Throughout the year, the University navigated student protests, leadership shifts, and new federal mandates — much of it stemming from controversies that first erupted two years prior.
These are the milestones that will mark your first year at Penn
These experiences — whether they're sanctioned by the University or organized by students — help build lasting memories on campus.
Bursting the Penn bubble: A first year’s guide to exploring Philadelphia
While it may feel easiest to stay close to campus, there are plenty of ways to explore Philadelphia while giving back to the community.
New to Penn and have some questions? Here are some answers.
Elijah Ramirez | Home is where the habit is
Columnist Elijah Ramirez reflects on the time he spent in his hometown this summer.
Leigh Whitaker named as Penn’s next vice president for government and community affairs
Whitaker will replace current Vice President for Government and Community Affairs Jeffrey Cooper, who announced his retirement in June.
Casey Gottlieb | Your 1600 doesn’t matter anymore
Columnist Casey Gottlieb argues that the future of the workforce with AI makes standardized testing even more outdated.
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with higher education experts and former alumni interviewers about their experiences and hopes for the revised program.
DP Daybreak | NIH grants restored
Also, the Office of Equal Opportunity and Engagement at Penn Carey Law will shut down.
'A nightmare': Penn community criticizes proposed cuts to SEPTA services
Without new state funding, SEPTA will reduce service "by 45%" on Aug. 24 and "raise fares 21.5%" on Sept. 1 — impacting many members of the Penn community.
NIH restores Penn research grants following federal court order, termination appeal
Some reinstatements were awarded following the appeal process, while others were mandated by federal court rulings.
Penn named in lawsuit accusing top universities of using early decision admissions to inflate prices
The lawsuit argues that the early decision admission process disadvantages students because colleges are not given an incentive to provide those who are accepted with increased financial aid.
Kanishka Agarwal | Swipe right for roomie
Columnist Kanishka Agarwal argues that assigned rather than chosen roommates can allow for more authentic connections and personal growth.



















