Former Wharton junior Olivia Kong died by suicide in April 2016, and her parents took legal action against Penn this April.

At Penn, longtime psychology professor Robert Kurzban resigned in July after allegations of two separate romantic relationships with students were reported by The Daily Pennsylvanian.

School of Arts and Sciences Dean Steven Fluharty announced a number of structural changes to the Fels Institute including the appointment of two faculty program directors in May. 

Each course offered through the online MCIT program will cost $2,500, and the total cost of the program will be $26,300. 

Hewitt confirmed that her previous position as senior associate director for Wharton undergraduates has been filled by David Ross, who was previously associate director. 

Houston Market’s construction was officially completed Aug. 19, but the building itself was not open to students until the first day of classes on Aug. 28. 

On June 28, Gutmann released a statement referring to the findings of both the student researchers and the working group recognizing the role of slavery in the University's past. 

The previous University Architect, David Hollenberg, held the position from 2006 until his partial retirement in June 2018. Kocent's appointment to the position became effective July 2. 

The Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas ruled in favor of the University in the legal dispute in May, but The Fresh Grocer appealed the decision. 

Pulley’s appointment comes six months after the departure of Eddie Banks-Crosson, who left as the former director of OFSL to become the new director of Wharton’s MBA Office of Student Life.

Among the new reforms in place this year, clubs can only begin accepting applications on Sept. 30, a month after school formally starts.

Over three months, the Penn Police responded to a number of incidents involving simple assault and package theft. 

The building, previously opened 24 hours a day, was a popular destination for those looking to burn midnight oil. Some say the decision to close it early has only added to their stress.

The study from the Penn Graduate School of Education ranked Pennsylvania as 48th in the nation for affordability.

Samuel Woodward, 21, could face life in prison without parole if convicted of the crime with the sentencing enhancement of a hate crime. 

Student Financial Services attempts to address these unanticipated costs such as fees for transportation and classes on an individual basis. 

Wharton will introduce a dedicated associate director to help those "experiencing acute academic and personal challenges," as well as a new Mindfulness Space on the second floor.