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Amy Wax's classes see sharp decline in enrollment as Penn's investigation nears second year
An analysis by the DP found that seminars taught by Wax have seen a below-average enrollment compared to all Penn Carey Law seminars for at least six semesters.
Penn’s LGBT Center announces opening of its new Clothing Closet
The idea first stemmed from a desire to provide gender-affirming products like binders and shapewear to Penn students.
Edible Books Contest will be fully in-person at Kelly Writers House for first time in two years
The event asks participants to create a food-based representation of a book that is important to them.
With 40% of Penn undergraduates participating, Penn Marriage Pact returns
A total of 4,235 undergraduates filled out the Marriage Pact this year.
Penn Carey Law will end participation in U.S. News & World Report rankings
The decision brings Penn Carey Law into a group that includes Yale, Harvard, and other top law schools that which have also announced they will withdraw from the rankings.
Startup co-founded by Penn Gene Therapy Program's Jim Wilson receives $65 million in funding
iECURE, which was co-founded by GTP's James Wilson, announced on Wednesday that the company has extended its Series A venture funding.
Penn graduate reads from her debut novel, "Big Girl," at Kelly Writers House event
This past Tuesday at Kelly Writers House, Sullivan read two excerpts from her new novel, focusing on the central themes of race, self-image, femininity, class, and sexuality.
Stanford opens investigation into its president for alleged scientific misconduct
Scientific experts raised concerns about four papers that Tessier-Lavigne — a renowned neuroscience and former biotechnology executive — co-authored between 2001 to 2008.
Students condemn Penn’s disciplinary actions against protestors at rally, U. Council Open Forum
After an on-campus rally, students attended the University Council’s Open Forum, where they addressed the Penn's sustainability policies and the administration’s response to student protestors.
Penn Violence Prevention names new director after nearly year-long vacancy
Elise Scioscia will head PVP beginning Dec. 7, according to a University press release.
Penn graduate, former Councilmember Helen Gym launches run for Philadelphia mayor
If elected, Gym, who was also the first Asian American woman to serve on the City Council, would be the first female mayor of Philadelphia.
Some Penn students eligible for part of $4.5 million proposed settlement to COVID-19 lawsuit
The lawsuit's plaintiffs alleged that Penn “breached a contract” when it transitioned to remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, demanding a refund for a portion of their tuition for the spring 2020 semester.
At long last, Five Guys plans to open on Penn's campus in mid-December
The new Five Guys location replaces Beijing Restaurant, which closed its Spruce Street location in September 2020.
Perry World House speakers debate main factors behind rising global energy prices
The speakers — who also attributed the increased energy prices to pandemic-related supply chain disruptions and the war in Ukraine — covered a range of topics concerning global energy markets and geopolitics.
Biden extends student loan repayment freeze through June 2023
The Department of Education suspended federal student loan payments at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic to provide borrowers with more leeway during the difficult financial period.
Delco Steaks, Yifang Taiwan Fruit Tea to open at Franklin's Table on Penn's campus
Delco Steaks will open on Dec. 5, while Yifang Taiwan Fruit Tea, a boba tea chain, has a target opening date of mid-January.
Penn Medicine researchers develop multivalent flu vaccine using mRNA technology
Researchers have developed a new flu vaccine that can protect against all 20 known flu subtypes and can potentially protect against new strains in the future.
Upper respiratory illnesses are on the rise on campus and across the city
The flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are on the rise following the relaxation COVID-19 prevention measures, such as social distancing and mask-wearing, according to Public Health and Wellbeing.
Penn announces it no longer holds direct investments in fossil fuel companies
The statement from Penn President Liz Magill and Board of Trustees Chair Scott Bok follows a renewed campaign by Fossil Free Penn demanding that Penn completely divest from fossil fuels.