During the 2011-2012 school year, the University released its action plan for Faculty Diversity and Excellence. Since then, each of Penn’s twelve schools have drafted their own diversity action plans in line with the University’s.
Drexel police serve as 'extra layer' of security at Penn
The Drexel University Police Department — which was founded in 2007 and was recognized by the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office in 2008 — works with Penn’s Division of Public Safety in a number of areas and initiatives, including the coverage of Penn’s northern campus. “”:http://www.thedp.com/r/f21ed243
Early decision admits to have their own 'Preview Day'
This year’s crop of admitted students can expect some changes to the Penn Preview Days, including a new activities fair and a separate day for early decision admits.
Blarney Stone fails ID compliance check
Sergeant Dan Steele, of the Philadelphia office of the Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement, confirmed that a compliance check took place on January 31 after an anonymous tip stated that Blarney Stone was serving underage customers.
Drexel police serve as 'extra layer' of security at Penn
The Drexel University Police Department — which was founded in 2007 and was recognized by the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office in 2008 — works with Penn’s Division of Public Safety in a number of areas and initiatives, including the coverage of Penn’s northern campus. “”:http://www.thedp.com/r/f21ed243
Early decision admits to have their own 'Preview Day'
This year’s crop of admitted students can expect some changes to the Penn Preview Days, including a new activities fair and a separate day for early decision admits.
While many focus on the mental trauma of prison life, a recent study co-authored by Penn sociologist Jason Schnittker is more concerned with the mental health of inmates once they are out of prison.
Coursera course may offer students college credits
Professor Robert Ghrist’s Coursera course: Calculus: Single Variable is being recommended for credit by the American Council on Education’s College Credit Recommendation Service, a service that offers nontraditional students college credit.
After Penn, Bruce Dern found niche in Hollywood
It was an average morning in June 1957 as Bruce Dern — a young, 21-year-old man with unmistakable Elvis-style sideburns — hopped into a Breyer’s ice cream truck at 14th and Broad streets to begin his rounds for the day.
Matthew Asada: A Diplomatic Answer
Last night, Penn students and alumni joined together in the Amado Recital Hall at Irvine Auditorium to hear Asada’s stories from abroad. After studying in the Huntsman Program in International Studies and Business, Asada became a foreign service officer for the U.S. Foreign Service in Pakistan.
New upscale housing option targets grad students
On Tuesday night, Brandywine Realty Trust along with Campus Crest Communities, Inc. and Harrison Street Real Estate Capital announced they will collaboratively develop a new student housing building called The Grove at Cira Centre South. The building will be located at 30th and Chestnut streets and is expected to be complete by fall 2014.
For 17 percent, job search continues after graduation
As seniors are hunting for jobs in the beginning of second semester and through on-campus recruiting, students still unemployed continue to explore a variety of options to find jobs post-graduation. “”:http://www.thedp.com/r/e4be5dc2Students who do not have jobs secured right after graduation are not alone. According to the Career Plans Survey for the Class of 2012, 17 percent of employed students accepted job offers after graduation.”“:http://www.thedp.com/r/e4be5dc2
Anne-Marie Slaughter on 'Why Women Still Can't Have It All'
Last night, as part of the Authors@Wharton Speaker Series, Anne-Marie Slaughter discussed her July 2012 article in The Atlantic, “Why Women Can’t Have It All,” offering some much-desired perspective on maintaining an optimal work-life balance.
While controversy can be prevalent on campus — from questions of diversity to off-campus living conditions — Penn offers numerous resources to resolve such disputes.University offices such as the Office of the Ombudsman and the Office of Student Conduct serve as forums to resolve disagreements between parties.
PennDesign brings new cafe to Meyerson Hall
As soon as next week, students will have a new convenient option for breakfast, lunch or dinner on campus. The “PennDesign Café” is scheduled to open in the lower level of Meyerson Hall as soon as next Friday.
'Sensible Nonsense' discussed at Kelly Writers House
Last night, the simple lessons of children’s literature found an older audience of writers and readers alike at the Kelly Writers House.
Du Bois,'cultural center,' celebrates 40th anniversary
The Du Bois College House was founded in 1972 after an increased enrollment of African American students due to the civil rights movement. Forty years later, the organization celebrates its anniversary and retains it’s identity as a ‘cultural center.’
Omar Barghouti — a pro-Palestinian researcher, human rights activist and author — spoke at Claudia Cohen Hall Tuesday. His lecture, hosted by Penn for Palestine and PennBDS, in partnership with Philly BDS and Philadelphia Jewish Voice for Peace, was titled “Israel is No South Africa.”
For some, Penn Band a family affair
Humor and comedy have always been a central part of the Penn Band since its inception in 1897. This year, two College sophomores, Kylie Murrin and Lauren Mendoza, are leading the Penn Band in that same direction.
Corbett announces budget proposal
Gov. Tom Corbett released his annual budget proposal TUesday morning, which includes over $600 million in spending increases, as well as new revenue from proposed changes to the state pension system and liquor privatization.















