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History of Art Professor Emeritus Robert Ousterhout dies at 73
Ousterhout taught at Penn for 10 years until his retirement in 2017, and was one of the leading scholars in Byzantine studies.
Recent health inspections find all Penn Dining facilities in compliance with health codes
Quaker Kitchen, Falk Cafe, and 1920 Commons passed spring health inspections, meaning that all dining facilities now meet Philadelphia's health code.
Ron DeSantis launches presidential campaign in Twitter event with Elon Musk
The event follows Musk's announcement that he will be resigning as CEO of Twitter early this summer.
Two Penn professors elected to American Philosophical Society
Offit and Roberts join a cohort of scholars and leaders that are being recognized for their contributions toward a wide variety of disciplines.
Class of 2023 Commencement marks first for Magill as president, Biden attends
The May 15 ceremony marked Penn President Liz Magill's first Commencement. President Joe Biden was also in attendance, prompting heightened security.
Penn alum Cherelle Parker wins Philadelphia Democratic mayoral primary
A likely victory in November's general election will make Parker, a 2016 Fels Institute of Government graduate, Philadelphia's first female mayor.
Michael Delli Carpini selected as interim dean of Annenberg School for Communication
Delli Carpini will begin his appointment as interim dean on June 1, with the permanent dean expected to start as early as fall 2023.
The Graduation Issue 2023: Relive the Class of 2023's four years at Penn
The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled the University's biggest headlines from the last four years — ranging from shifting COVID-19 policies to campus demonstrations.
The Graduation Issue 2023: 2022-2023 Year in Review
Relive the Class of 2023's senior year, in which the University witnessed an increase in student activism and Penn Dining received over 100 observations of health code violations across campus.
The Graduation Issue 2023: 2021-2022 Year in Review
Relive the Class of 2023's junior year, in which the University transitioned back to in-person life and Liz Magill became the University's ninth president.
The Graduation Issue 2023: 2020-2021 Year in Review
Relive the Class of 2023's sophomore year, in which the University slowly reopened on-campus housing and Joe Biden won the presidency.
The Graduation Issue 2023: 2019-2020 Year in Review
Relive the Class of 2023's first year, in which the University transitioned to online school and the 2020 Democratic presidential primary election was in full swing.
How Penn's Commencement speakers have changed since 1938
Representation of women and people of color has grown over time, but these groups still make up minorities of Penn commencement speakers.
Meet the honorary degree recipients for this year's Commencement
The year's cohort of six recipients include a journalist, an astrophysicist, and Nobel Prize winners.
Five facts about Penn’s 2023 Commencement speaker, Idina Menzel
The award-winning Broadway actress will deliver Penn’s 2023 Commencement speech on May 15.
Penn cultural centers celebrate graduating Class of 2023
The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled a line-up of past events and celebrations that will continue throughout the rest of the academic year.
Student Nurses at Penn wins top recognition at national convention
The week-long convention is an opportunity for nursing students to connect with students from around the country and learn more about the field from peers and experts.
How the University City food scene has changed this semester
The Daily Pennsylvanian took a look at what’s changed in the University City food scene in the past semester and what's upcoming.
School year concludes amid significant turnover across Penn administration
The end of this semester marks the conclusion of Liz Magill's first academic year as Penn president.