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As vote counting continues, here are the early results of the Philadelphia primary races
Over 1.4 million Pennsylvanians requested mail-in ballots for this year's primary, approximately 13 times more than the count in the 2016 primary.
Penn in Washington to conduct classes and internship program virtually for fall semester
Penn in Washington typically features a cohort of 25 Penn undergraduate students, who take four credits in specified courses alongside an internship of the student's choice in Washington, D.C.
Students sell ‘Penndemic’-themed merchandise to raise money for Phila. COVID-19 Fund
Penn Quaranteam sells merchandise featuring both Penn-related and quarantine themed designs, ranging from various clothing items to stickers and homeware. All profits will be donated to the Philadelphia COVID-19 Fund.
With new leadership, Penn for Biden prepares for Nov. presidential election
Rising College junior Cassy Ingersoll and rising College senior Owen Voutsinas-Klose have been named the new co-chairs of Penn for Biden.
Religious students struggle to maintain community, traditions without in-person gatherings
Many practicing students of faith have felt a loss of community since federal public health and safety guidelines on limiting gatherings went into place in March.
Incoming first years around the world prepare for fall semester ahead of U. June decision
Until the University announces a decision about fall semester operations, incoming first years across the world remain in limbo about their future plans.u00a0
Despite mail-in ballot extension, delays may prevent some students from voting in primary
Although absentee voters now have until June 2 to mail their ballots, some Penn students who applied for a mail-in ballot from out of state may still be unable to vote because of delays in receiving their ballots.
Penn Law graduate starts podcast to stay connected with classmates during pandemic
Jeremiah Oteh, a 2020 Penn Law graduate, created Penn Law Perspectives in April, and has since hosted five guests who discuss the impact of the coronavirus on the life of Penn Law students.
Two College students create Penn's first undergraduate journal on the Middle East
Inspired by their Middle Eastern backgrounds, rising College sophomore Laila Shadid and rising College junior Zeynep Karadeniz decided to create the journal, called Fenjan.
Gov. Wolf extends deadline for mail-in primary ballots to June 9
Elections offices must receive ballots by 5 p.m. EDT on June 9, one week after the original deadline. Ballots must still be postmarked by June 2.
Coronavirus upends grad school applicants’ plans to take LSAT and MCAT this spring
Coronavirus has skewed students’ plans to take required standardized tests such as the LSAT and MCAT for law and medical schools, respectively, this spring.
The Grad Issue: A look back at the Class of 2020's time at Penn
Take a look back at the Class of 2020’s journey at Penn from 2016 to 2020.
The Grad Issue: 2019-2020 Year in Review
As the COVID-19 pandemic swept the globe, students were forced to cut their spring semester on campus short and transition to online learning.
The Grad Issue: 2018-2019 Year in Review
The Class of 2020's junior year at Penn saw a record-breaking turnout at the 2018 midterm elections and the emergence of an admissions scandal that took the nation by storm in spring 2019.
The Grad Issue: 2017-2018 Year in Review
From the Eagles' first-ever Super Bowl victory, to a contentious Amy Wax op-ed, the Class of 2020's sophomore year was defined by controversy and celebration.
The Grad Issue: 2016-2017 Year in Review
From Donald Trump's win at the 2016 presidential elections to racially explicit texts targeting Penn students of color, the Class of 2020's first year at Penn saw great shock, tension, and resilience within the Penn community.
Fulbright participants return home or face quarantine abroad after program suspension
On March 20, the Fulbright program was suspended for all American citizens participating in the U.S. Fulbright Program.
Penn, Phila. conduct joint survey finding 75% of citizens say residents should wear masks
Philadelphia County is currently under a stay-at-home order but the restriction is expected to be lifted on June 5, when the county will move into the yellow phase of reopening.
With fall semester format undecided, students worry about online classes, on-campus health
The University's four outlined scenarios have drawn mixed reactions from students, as some believe any form of on-campus instruction is too great a risk, while others wish Penn would have provided more specifics.