On June 3, Penn announced a new Center for Civil Rights in an effort to centralize civil rights resources, streamline the reporting and resolution of complaints, and ensure legal compliance.
Federal impacts on Penn
Wharton graduate Charlie Javice reportedly seeks Trump pardon after fraud conviction
During the trial and after her guilty verdict, Javice argued that she was unfairly prosecuted.
‘One of a kind’: Penn’s Center for Media at Risk to close as longtime director retires
The center was established in 2018 as a response to an increasingly hostile climate for journalism under President Donald Trump’s first presidency.
Penn issues guidance after federal court blocks Trump freeze on immigration benefits
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services has indicated it will comply with the order while the federal government’s appeal is processed.
Wharton graduate Charlie Javice reportedly seeks Trump pardon after fraud conviction
During the trial and after her guilty verdict, Javice argued that she was unfairly prosecuted.
‘One of a kind’: Penn’s Center for Media at Risk to close as longtime director retires
The center was established in 2018 as a response to an increasingly hostile climate for journalism under President Donald Trump’s first presidency.
An Office of Budget Planning & Analysis spokesperson wrote to the DP that the budget “reflects Penn’s focus on its mission during a period of significant uncertainty for higher education.”
Penn’s Board of Trustees met last week. Here’s what you need to know
The trustees passed 41 resolutions across eight committees, five of which opened their meetings to the public.
During his term, the former executive vice president of the University of Pennsylvania Health System was seen as a stabilizing force by many in the University community.
SpaceX’s shares opened at $150 and kept rising, reaching $166.90 around 12:20 p.m. ET.
Penn advises continued caution despite federal court overturning H-1B visa fee
The advisory asked the Penn community to “exercise caution” after the Department of Homeland Security’s $100,000 supplemental fee for H-1B visas was struck down on Monday.
Trump announced the nomination on social media amid pressure from Congress to name a permanent replacement for Tulsi Gabbard, who resigned last month.
CHOP hosts former Penn Med professor at immunology symposium
The daylong event featured a keynote presentation from pediatrics professor emeritus Stanley Plotkin, as well as speakers from several other universities and medical institutions representing a range of pediatric specialties.
For Faculty Senate Chair Roy Hamilton, Penn’s values are built to last
Neurology professor and former DEI head Roy Hamilton emphasized “effectiveness and legitimacy” when approaching the role and leading Penn’s diverse standing faculty body.
Penn law clinic files brief challenging slavery exhibit removal at Independence Park
The dismantling began in January by the order of 1968 Wharton graduate and President Donald Trump and was paused due to a district court’s preliminary injunction in February.
The layoffs, which were completed June 2, mark the latest step taken by Penn to address financial uncertainty as a result of federal policies.
Penn GSE appoints inaugural associate dean for community, climate after eliminating DEI role
In a statement to the DP, Remillard wrote that she seeks to foster a supportive environment and improve teaching quality in the new role.
Penn establishes consolidated Center for Civil Rights
According to the June 3 announcement, CCR “reflects Penn’s deep commitment to fairness, respect, and institutional trust.”
Penn alum Chris Rabb’s primary win could redefine Philadelphia politics, experts say
Following the May 19 primary election, Penn professors and progressive organizers told The Daily Pennsylvanian that Rabb’s win signals a shift in the city’s Democratic Party politics.
Plaintiffs urge appeals court to revive lawsuit alleging insufficient antisemitism response at Penn
The May 27 appearance before the United States Circuit Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit comes after Judge Mitchell Goldberg dismissed the suit in June 2025.



















