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Magill apology videos fails to stop uproar from Penn community members, politicians
“President Magill, the time for apologies is over," a petition with over 18,000 signatures read. "It is time for you to step down."
Penn Reproductive Justice offers free Plan B to students, increased menstrual product accessibility
The initiative — the Confidential Emergency Contraception Distribution Project — will provide kits upon request that include one Plan B, an information sheet about how to use Plan B, and packets of lubricant and condoms for students.
Pa. Gov. Shapiro reiterates criticism of Magill after attending Penn Hillel Chanukah celebration
Shapiro spoke with The Daily Pennsylvanian and other reporters, repeating his condemnation of Magill's comments about genocide of Jewish people to Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.).
Penn's Gene Therapy Program lays off 84 workers, citing 'financial constraints'
The 84 employees laid off represent approximately 24% of all regular staff members at the Gene Therapy Program.
Program directors, faculty reflect on expansion of Asian American Studies Program
The changes have allowed for new course listings, programming, and research opportunities for students across all disciplines.
Art history professor Huey Copeland receives award for volume on Black modernism
The Porter/Driskell Award acknowledges scholarly contributions on historical themes related to African American visual culture.
Wharton Board of Advisors calls for change in Penn leadership after Magill testimony uproar
The letter describes the board's concern about "dangerous and toxic culture" at Penn that it said the University leadership has allowed to exist.
Congress launches investigation into Penn, warns of subpoenas following House antisemitism hearing
In a statement provided to the DP, Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) wrote that the committee will use its "full Congressional authority" to hold Penn accountable for antisemitism on campus.
Live updates: All the events leading up to Penn President Liz Magill's resignation
Penn President Liz Magill's future at the University remains unclear as the controversy over her testimony before Congress continues to intensify.
Penn students, donors call for Magill to resign as Pa. Gov. Shapiro slams testimony before Congress
During the hearing, Magill said it was "context dependent" when asked whether individuals calling for the genocide of Jewish people violate Penn’s code of conduct.
Penn researchers develop vaccine for individuals with cancer-associated gene mutations
These mutations are associated with certain breast cancers, ovarian cancer, prostate cancer, and pancreatic cancer.
Penn to lease the Axis for on-campus housing, open up Gutmann to first years
Gutmann College House, which is currently a second, third, and fourth-year college house, will also allow first-year students to live there next year.
HUP senior clinical director named 2024 Carol Emmott Fellow
Wood has worked at Penn Medicine since 2006, when she started as a staff nurse in the Emergency Department at HUP.
Penn awarded $2 million grant from NASA to fund research on lunar robots
TRUSSES’s goal is to create inventive strategies for teams of robots to navigate environmental challenges on the moon.
Magill addresses remarks about genocide from House antisemitism hearing amid national backlash
Magill’s video comes after 24 hours of harsh criticism, including from Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro.
Penn student appears alongside House Republican leaders at press conference about antisemitism
House Republican leadership hosted a press conference on Tuesday with Jewish college students ahead of Congressional testimony from leaders in higher education about antisemitism on college campuses.
Magill grilled in congressional hearing, attempts to defend Penn response to antisemitism
In her opening statement, Magill focused on “essential” immediate actions that Penn is undertaking, including increased security and the formation of an antisemitism task force.
Four takeaways from Magill's testimony before Congress about antisemitism at Penn
Magill delivered an opening testimony and then fielded various questions from committee members about antisemitism on campus.
Penn Chavurah, pro-Palestinian Jewish groups protest outside Magill’s congressional hearing
Students expressed concern that the perspectives of non-Zionist Jewish community members “aren’t being heard” by University administration.