Guest columnists Eric Orts and Kate Shaw make the case to register to vote in Pennsylvania by Oct. 21 and vote on Nov. 5.
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Abdulrahman Bindamnan | Penn’s Weingarten Center fails to support writers
Guest Columnist Abdulrahman Bindamnan argues that writing tutors should offer editing services to non-native English students.
Natalia Reyes | On retaliatory medical leaves and the deans who uphold them
Guest Columnist Natalia Reyes argues that medical leaves should not be used to retaliate against students attempting to report discrimination and harassment at Penn.
Guest Columnists Jessa Lingel and Dustyn Roberts offer crucial reforms to Penn’s current faculty leave policies.
Abdulrahman Bindamnan | Penn’s Weingarten Center fails to support writers
Guest Columnist Abdulrahman Bindamnan argues that writing tutors should offer editing services to non-native English students.
Natalia Reyes | On retaliatory medical leaves and the deans who uphold them
Guest Columnist Natalia Reyes argues that medical leaves should not be used to retaliate against students attempting to report discrimination and harassment at Penn.
Guest columnist Sevda Aghayeva reflects on the personal and professional journey that brought her to Penn.
Philadelphia Graduate Students | A response to the dismantling of the Gaza Solidarity Encampment
Philadelphia-area graduate student workers come together to criticize Penn’s decision to dismantle the Gaza Solidarity Encampment.
Eyal Yakoby | The mischaracterization of the encampment is dangerous to the Penn community
Guest Columnist Eyal Yakoby writes about how the fabrication of what has happened on Penn’s campus furthers harm to students and undermines peaceful protest.
Former Editor-in-Chief Imran Siddiqui reflects on what his time at the DP taught him about the work that goes into creating meaningful change on campus and beyond.
Former Deputy Sports Editor Eashwar Kantemneni takes us through his initial dislike for journalism, to The DP becoming an integral part of his college experience.
Former Street editor-in-chief Walden Green reflects on the DP’s internal politicking, and why we shouldn’t lose sight of what really matters.
Former Copy Editor Julia Fischer contemplates a college experience defined by curiosity and encourages others to investigate and explore.
Former DP President Jesse Zhang reflects on the abnormality of his time at Penn, finding resilience and purpose in navigating unprecedented times.
Former Sports Editor Esther Lim reflects on her favorite moments of action in Penn sports.
Former Sports Editor Matthew Frank reflects on four years in one of the strangest niches in journalism: college sports.
Former Copy Editor Allyson Nelson details how pursuing multiple interests can help you appreciate their individual importance.
Guest columnist Tulia Falleti writes to resign from the position of Chair of the Faculty Senate.
George Honig | It was a mistake to send in the police to end the encampment
Guest columnist George Honig argues Penn administration should not have sent in police to end the encampment.
Guest columnist Ben Messafi argues the first step to proper civil discourse and de-escalation on campus is to end the encampment.



















