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Penn Carey Law lecturer elected first-ever Indian-American Montgomery County commissioner
According to a press release, Makhija — who also has served as President of IMPACT, a national South Asian civic organization — is the first-ever Indian American and Asian American elected county commissioner.
Wharton dean says Penn has duty to repair donor relationships after damage to reputation
“I don’t experience my colleagues, for example, within the University as antisemitic, but I recognize that many of the activities that are happening right now would lead to that impression," James said at the event.
Penn graduates found anti-vaping company focused on holistic approach to quitting
The DP sat down with the founders to talk about their story and their hopes for the company.
Penn releases University-wide guidelines for AI use in classrooms
These guidelines constitute Penn’s first university-wide policy for the use of artificial intelligence programs.
Penn SPEC's keynote series features Nickelodeon actors Victoria Justice and Josh Peck
Justice and Peck spoke at Irvine Auditorium on Nov. 7 as part of Penn’s Social Planning and Events Committee Connaissance, an organization dedicated to bringing keynote speakers to Penn.
2016 Fels Institute of Government graduate Cherelle Parker first woman elected mayor of Philadelphia
Parker, a former Philadelphia city councilmember and Pennsylvania state representative, faced Republican candidate David Oh and emerged as the winner with 74% of the vote.
Wellness at Penn finds high student engagement in sleep, sexual health programming
Both programs are accessed via weekly emails that are sent directly to students which include PDF lessons including a variety of media.
SEPTA to phase out tokens in 2024, shifting to modern payment methods
Individuals can now pay their fare for SEPTA’s services by tapping a credit card, mobile wallet, or the SEPTA key card.
Penn athletes partner with Team IMPACT to aid children with health challenges
Team IMPACT pairs children who are a part of the organization with local college sports teams.
Penn Medicine names Alicia Gresham to serve as CEO of Pennsylvania Hospital
Gresham currently serves as the senior vice president and chief operating officer of Network Practices at Mount Sinai Health System, a position she has been in since 2021.
Over 20 members of Congress send letter to Magill criticizing Penn response to Israel-Hamas war
President Liz Magill has previously condemned the Hamas attack on Israel and antisemitism on campus in multiple statements to the Penn community.
A voter's guide to the 2023 general election
Philadelphia will choose its 100th Mayor, either Republican David Oh or Democrat Cherelle Parker.
Penn political groups share plans, endorsements for election day in off-year municipal election
Penn Democrats, Penn College Republicans, and Penn Young Democratic Socialists of America shared their preparations, plans, and endorsements ahead of Election Day.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe opens location near Penn's campus at 3737 Chestnut apartment building
Tropical Smoothie Cafe joins Playa Bowls and Gong Cha, which both opened in June, as new restaurant offerings in University City.
Penn researchers partner with Camden County to create virtual reality training on Narcan use
The virtual reality video aims to educate the public on how to use Narcan through an accessible, immersive training experience.
Drone Club at Penn gives students the chance to build drones and explore new technology
Drone Club at Penn is open to students of all backgrounds, regardless of their previous experiences with engineering, coding, and electronics.
Wharton MBA student launches 'Crushes' app to reinvent dating for Penn community
Initially launched on Valentine's Day last year, Crushes was first available exclusively to Wharton MBA students
Annenberg survey finds decline in vaccine trust, rise in health misinformation acceptance
71% of those surveyed agreed that vaccines approved in the United States are safe, a decrease from 77% in April 2021.
Penn finds 'no credible threat' after staff receive antisemitic emails targeting Hillel, Lauder dorm
Penn's Division of Public Safety was notified of the threats and conducted safety sweeps of Penn Hillel and Lauder College House.