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'A nightmare': Penn community criticizes proposed cuts to SEPTA services
Without new state funding, SEPTA will reduce service "by 45%" on Aug. 24 and "raise fares 21.5%" on Sept. 1 — impacting many members of the Penn community.
NIH restores Penn research grants following federal court order, termination appeal
Some reinstatements were awarded following the appeal process, while others were mandated by federal court rulings.
DP Daybreak | NIH grants restored
Also, the Office of Equal Opportunity and Engagement at Penn Carey Law will shut down.
'A nightmare': Penn community criticizes proposed cuts to SEPTA services
Without new state funding, SEPTA will reduce service "by 45%" on Aug. 24 and "raise fares 21.5%" on Sept. 1 — impacting many members of the Penn community.
NIH restores Penn research grants following federal court order, termination appeal
Some reinstatements were awarded following the appeal process, while others were mandated by federal court rulings.
Penn named in lawsuit accusing top universities of using early decision admissions to inflate prices
The lawsuit argues that the early decision admission process disadvantages students because colleges are not given an incentive to provide those who are accepted with increased financial aid.
The closure is the latest in a series of moves contributing to a widespread rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the University.
Associate Vice President Anthony Sorrentino to leave Penn for CEO role at Fairmount Park Conservancy
The Conservancy's July 29 announcement noted Sorrentino's "more than 25 years of experience advancing transformative initiatives" as he is set to begin his tenure on October 27.
Penn launches mobile mammogram clinic in effort to improve access to care
The van also screens for lung cancer, diabetes, and other health concerns, offering "free take-home" kits that patients can use on their own.
Penn renames behavioral science building after donor ends support over antisemitism concerns
Levin first notified then-President Liz Magill in November 2023 that he would not make “further contributions” towards his $15 million pledge for naming rights to the building.
Housing Initiative at Penn looks to confront Philadelphia’s affordable housing crisis
The University initiative, which is run out of PennPraxis — the applied research arm of the Weitzman School of Design — studies housing conditions in Philadelphia to advise policymakers.
Johanna Burton named next director of Penn’s Institute of Contemporary Art
Her term at Penn will begin on Nov. 1, 2025, according to an announcement from the ICA.
Penn's Faculty Senate released their annual reports on admissions, faculty pay. Here's what to know
The 20-page report includes recommendations to improve the experiences of Penn students and faculty.
Meet Betty, Penn's newest supercomputer
The supercomputer was developed by the high-performance computing company NVIDIA and is located in a data center in Collegeville, approximately 30 miles from Penn’s campus.
New Italian restaurant Corio opens in University City
Corio's menu features Italian food, including salads, sandwiches, pizza, pasta, and meat dishes.
Penn sues drug manufacturers, pharmacy intermediaries over alleged insulin price-fixing scheme
Penn argues that PBMs — which serve as intermediaries between drugmakers, insurers, and pharmacies — have misused their connection to drugmakers to keep prices high.
Penn researchers look to youth engagement, community partnerships as tools to curb gun violence
The deputy director of the Penn Injury Science Center emphasized the importance of “spreading kindness and love as a strategy” to help curb instances of violence in an interview with The Daily Pennsylvanian.
Penn biomedical faculty urge reversal of ‘short-sighted’ Title IX settlement in letter to Jameson
The signatories also noted that the resolution agreement was "at odds with" Penn's "core values" and made without “input from faculty governance.”
Penn appoints Stephen Decina as inaugural executive director of climate science, policy, and action
His appointment marks an expansion of Penn’s climate initiatives through the Office of the Vice Provost for Climate Science, Policy, and Action.



















