The closure is the latest in a series of moves contributing to a widespread rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the University.
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 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.
Federal judge stays former Penn swimmers’ Title IX lawsuit pending ruling in similar case
The remaining defendants — Penn and the NCAA — will await a ruling in Gaines v. NCAA, a similar suit filed in a Georgia federal district court.
Annenberg, the daughter of 1931 Wharton graduate Walter Annenberg, supported the development of many campus initiatives, including the Annenberg Public Policy Center and the Annenberg Center for Collaborative Communication.
DP Daybreak | Meet Penn's Fulbright recipients
Also, Penn wrestling received a $20 million donation.
Former executive director of Fels Institute among voters suing to end Pa. closed primaries
Former executive director of Penn’s Fels Institute of Government David Thornburgh and 1987 Penn Carey Law graduate Michael Smerconish are among the group of voters who brought the case.
New Penn Police chief talks goals for community safety, department culture in DP interview
Ahead of his first year in the role, Wood named safety, community partnerships, and officer morale as his priorities in an interview with the DP.
Meet six Fulbright grant recipients from Penn hoping to ‘explore the world’ through research
This year’s recipients include six members of Penn’s Class of 2025, three graduate students, and 10 alumni who were selected to receive full funding for international study, research, or teaching for up to 12 months.
Penn Museum to license Barnes Foundation '360-views' technology for online archeology courses
The Barnes Foundation developed the Visual Experience Platform to offer 360-degree views of galleries and collections, and to allow students to interact with artifacts by digitally zooming in on details.



















