Columnist Arshiya Pant argues that our misconceptions of rural Americans hurt democracy. 

Columnist Brian Barth explores a key tenet of Penn’s strategic framework as it continues its rollout process.

Columnist Mritika Senthil explains how Penn’s lack of campus unity led to Wharton’s shoutouts in the presidential debate.

Columnist Liala Sofi encourages Penn students to look beyond their personal ambitions, use their privilege to engage meaningfully in their communities, and leave behind a legacy of service.

Columnist Zaid Alsubaiei acknowledges the difficulty of adjusting to university life and shares what he learned his first year.

Columnist Jessey Shin highlights the lack of support for disabled students at Penn and examines the underlying structural issues.

Columnist Francesco Salamone argues that our distracted, inattentive eye causes us to be blind to each other, and simply noticing is where we should start.

Columnist Allison Santa-Cruz explores the growing gender divide in American politics, fueled by declining trust in government and polarizing social media, and calls for greater understanding between young men and women to bridge this ideological gap.

Columnist Jack Lakis expresses his dismay with the United States’ minimum drinking age.

Columnist Akiva Berkowitz explores the wisdom and usefulness of traditional school advice and pushes to break the mold.

Columnist Francesco Salamone argues that our view of time as useful or wasted is broken and letting time “just be” can be life changing.

Columnist Mritika Senthil unpacks the ineffectual weaponization of racist tropes in American political discourse.

Columnist Max Annunziata recalls how faculty failed to mount an effective campaign to preserve their freedom and influence, and outlines how they might strike back this fall. 

Columnist Elo Esalomi shares her reflections on the excitement and challenges of studying in the United States as an international student.

Columnist Mariana Martinez questions Penn’s networking culture and invites students to take a different approach.

Columnist Mariana Martinez demands the international community’s support for the people of Venezuela. 

Columnist Ananya Shah explores President Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential election and donors’ influence on the decision.