The study will combine genetic information with a wide range of environmental data to examine how interaction between multiple factors may increase the likelihood of autism.

Wax’s notice of appeal comes nearly one month after a judge granted Penn’s motion to dismiss her complaint, which contended that the University’s speech code violates civil rights law. 

The book — titled "Having It All: What Data Tells Us About Women’s Lives and Getting the Most Out Of Yours" — challenges gender norms and modern expectations of women. 

Simmons has been an active APSA member for over 30 years and has previously served on the APSA Council and numerous prize committees. 

President Nandi-Ndaitwah was introduced by Wharton School Dean Erika James, who framed the event around leadership and the role of universities in strengthening democratic institutions.

Also, the University Board of Trustees held its first two public meetings of the 2025-26 academic year.

The Sept. 25 discussion was moderated by Penn Carey Law professor Eric Feldman and discussed Bok’s career in investment banking.

The Sept. 25 meeting included reports from the board's Executive and Budget and Finance Committees.

According to recently released class profile data, international students comprise 26% of the current MBA class compared to the 31% in both the Class of 2026 and 2025. 

Also, the DP sat down with Vice Provost for the Arts Timothy Rommen.

Riegel — the Emerita Edith Clemmer Steinbright Professor of Gerontology — will receive the 2025 Clinical Research Prize at the AHA’s Scientific Sessions 2025 in recognition of her research in self-care science.

The researchers are designing a vaginal gel that delivers mRNA into the endometrium to regulate the proteins that limit menstrual bleeding. 

This year, 21 faculty members across Penn’s schools and departments were chosen to participate as fellows.

Rommen described his tenure as an opportunity to create a space where the arts are central to the University’s mission.

According to data from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, the DP found that Penn ranked first among all Ivy League universities as an employer of H-1B visa beneficiaries.

Also, Penn ranked No. 7 on this year’s list of U.S. top colleges.

Before arriving at Penn, Boushey served as a member of President Biden’s Council of Economic Advisers and was chief economist for the White House’s Investing in America cabinet.