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Penn Marriage Pact returns for fifth year with almost 5,000 participants
The Marriage Pact survey opened on Oct. 7 and closed on Oct. 14 at 5 p.m. Within that time, a total of 4,935 students — more than 45% of Penn’s undergraduate population — filled out the Marriage Pact.
U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez mobilizes Latino voters at event in Philadelphia
At the event, which took place at the cultural organization Taller Puertorriqueño in North Philadelphia, Ocasio-Cortez highlighted the importance of the election cycle for Latino voters to a diverse audience of families, community leaders, and volunteers.
Two Penn professors receive $2.79 million grant for research on rheumatoid arthritis treatment
The National Institutes of Health has awarded a five-year, $2.79 million grant to Shuying Yang and Michael Mitchell for their research on rheumatoid arthritis.
Penn alum Andrea Mitchell announces she is stepping back from MSNBC daily anchor role
She will be stepping back from her position as anchor on “Andrea Mitchell Reports” to pursue a broader role with the NBCU News Group as NBC News’ Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent and Chief Washington Correspondent.
Jameson, Penn Med CEO among Philadelphia Magazine’s ‘Top 150 Most Influential Philadelphians’
Several Penn affiliates made Philadelphia Magazine’s annual list of the Top 150 Most Influential Philadelphians, including Interim President Larry Jameson and Penn Medicine CEO Kevin Mahoney.
Kelly Writers House hosts panel on newly published anthology on democracy as a creative practice
The discussion was sponsored by the Creative Writing Department, Sachs Program for Arts Innovation, and #VoteThatJawn.
Pa. State Senator Nikil Saval discusses local civic engagement with Asian Pacific Student Coalition
College senior and APSC Chair Taryn Flaherty moderated the event, asking State Sen. Saval questions about his background, career, and involvement in politics before transitioning to a Q&A segment.
Six Penn faculty members elected to National Academy of Medicine
NAM recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the medical sciences, health care, and public health and demonstrate professional achievement and commitment to service.
Faculty group condemns Penn's temporary protest guidelines, alleging academic freedom violations
AAUP-Penn criticized the University's implementation of the guidelines, and alleged a failure by the University to uphold academic freedom.
99.1% of political donations from Penn faculty have gone to Democrats since 2023
Members of Penn's faculty have donated about $470,000 in political donations to federally registered political committees since the beginning of 2023.
Penn affinity groups discuss the issues shaping their vote on Election Day
Issues the groups highlighted as important include environmental stewardship, immigration policy, and reproductive justice.
Penn appoints new co-directors of Masters of Science in Health Policy program
The filling of these positions come after the leave of former director Pete Groeneveld earlier this year following student allegations of discrimination and an investigation into his conduct.
How Penn’s controversies became a lightning rod for national political discourse
The University has attracted attention in debates around elite influence, free expression, and the role of higher education in society.
Interim Penn President Larry Jameson appointed to Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Board
Former Penn presidents Liz Magill and Amy Gutmann both previously served on the Board during their presidential tenures.
Penn professor Leslie Richards to step down as SEPTA general manager, CEO
Richards's departure comes at a heightened time for the company as they brace for potential fare hikes, service cuts, and debates with their unionized workers.
Penn Nursing, Medicine study correlates handheld cellphone use and risky driving in new drivers
This study was published by JAMA Network Open on Oct. 17 and supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Penn Vet professor Andrew Modzelewski named 2024 Packard Fellow for Science and Engineering
Andrew Modzelewski was named a 2024 Packard Fellow for Science and Engineering for his research in ancient viruses and mobile elements known as retrotransposons.
Renata’s Kitchen partners with University City District to host fall event for families
University City District, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the neighborhood, partnered with Renata’s in an effort to sponsor a family-friendly event in the West Philadelphia community.
Penn Global announces creation of Middle East Distinguished Visiting Scholars Initiative
Through the Penn Global Middle East Distinguished Visiting Scholars Initiative, announced on Oct. 28, up to two regional senior scholars per year will spend a semester at Penn leading courses and discussions about the dynamics of the Middle East.