Columnist Simar Soni discusses the revival of the Americana aesthetic and its political implications.

Columnist Emma Crasnitchi explores the similarities between Penn students and fictional Severance characters.

Columnist Sangitha Aiyer argues that professors are misjudging students’ use of AI.

Columnist David Tran argues that Penn’s residential college system fails to deliver the community it promises — and how it can be redesigned.

Columnist Mahee Patel argues that we need to reevaluate the role that college plays in our lives and careers.

Columnist Sose Hovannisian discusses how code-switching reveals hidden power dynamics in everyday life.

Columnist Zaid Alsubaiei criticizes interpretations of religion that suggest its believers are inherently better than non-believers.

Columnist Eden Liu calls on candidates to engage meaningfully with issues students care about and restore legitimacy to student government.

Columnist Jesse Van Doren argues that despite Penn’s “prestige,” it falls short on social impact.

Senior columnist Mariana Martinez deconstructs meritocracy and social mobility within elite education environments.

Columnist David Tran anecdotally discusses the student impact of Penn’s funding cuts resulting from President Donald Trump’s budget freeze.

Columnist Lindsay Muneton comments on the self-promotion mentality that Penn fosters within its students, discussing its pros and cons.

Columnist Namrata Pradeep argues that if Luigi Mangione receives the death penalty, we can kiss goodbye our right to a fair trial.

Columnist Harman Chahal calls on the Penn community to ditch the Ubers and embrace the community more by taking SEPTA.

Senior Columnist Diya Choksey explores the uncertain journey to adulthood for Gen Z, arguing that growing sideways, not up, might just be the new norm.

Columnist Ingrid Holmquist explores Penn students’ double standards surrounding crime.

Columnist Francesco Salamone urges us to reflect after each of our ambitious experiences to develop a culture of abundance rather than hunger for achievement.