Penn professor of music Tyshawn Sorey was awarded the 2024 Pulitzer Prize in music on May 6.

Penn researchers received a $48 million grant from the White House for AI-powered research that matches existing drugs to rare diseases without a treatment.  

Also, the University banned 24 non-affiliates from campus after their arrests at the encampment.

The letter informs the individual that based on “prior disruptive behaviors,” they are no longer allowed to enter Penn’s campus or any “University building or facility” without “prior written approval.”

The ceremony featured remarks from Interim Penn President Larry Jameson and this year’s Commencement speaker, Siddhartha Mukherjee.

Mann — a presidential distinguished professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Science — joins more than 90 other global researchers as a Royal Society fellow.

A University spokesperson wrote that three seniors — whose disciplinary cases "were expedited and who have not yet responded to letters reporting [case] findings" — were not permitted to enter the College graduation ceremony.

A statement on PAO's Instagram said the occupation was the result of a "series of escalations by the Penn administration," including a refusal to negotiate in "good faith," citing arrests by Penn Police and disciplinary action.

The Daily Pennsylvanian compiled a timeline of Friday night’s events, beginning when protesters first entered the building. 

The attempted takeover of the academic building comes one week after the University cleared the Gaza Solidarity Encampment from College Green. 

Also, columns from the DP's graduating seniors.

Eight semesters of final exams, four Spring Flings, three College protest encampments, and one presidential resignation later.

The 2022-23 school year was marked by increased student activism, new housing and dining offerings, and revised admission policies.

The 2023-24 academic year was characterized by the increased national spotlight on Penn due to a range of controversies on campus, increased student activism, and strong connections to national politics.

GET-UP is the largest union at Penn in recent memory, representing over 3,700 workers. Resident advisors, graduate resident advisors, and Penn Medicine residents have also increased union campaigns in recent months.

Magill resigned on Dec. 9 of last year amid backlash over antisemitism controversies — making her the first Penn president to resign for reasons other than government appointment. 

The 268th Commencement ceremony on May 20 will feature six honorary degree recipients, recognizing their contributions in fields ranging from medicine to music.