Politics
State Department announces 'aggressive' visa revocations for Chinese students at U.S. universities
The announcement comes amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China, and follows a broader effort by the administration to restrict the enrollment of international students across the country.
Penn ISSS says suspension of visa interviews may cause ‘arrival delays’ for incoming students
The May 28 email, sent to incoming international students, said that Penn "will work flexibly" with students who may experience "arrival delays" due to the cable.
Wharton Board Chair Marc Rowan endorses federal campaign to 'fundamentally reform' higher education
During the May 22 interview, Rowan alleged that universities have “brought [federal action] on themselves” by “bragging” about their wealth, exclusivity, and political uniformity.
Penn reaffirms support for international students after federal restriction on Harvard’s enrollment
In an email to the international community, Vice Provost for Global Initiatives Ezekiel Emanuel and Associate Vice Provost Amy Gadsden called the federal revocation of Harvard's ability to enroll international students "deeply concerning.”
Penn Medicine scrubs DEI webpages amid escalating federal crackdown
Penn initially removed references to inclusion and equity in February following the federal government’s crackdown on DEI, and the new erasures come in the wake of increased federal action.
Here’s how Pennsylvania voted in the 2025 primary election
The polls were open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on May 20, with residents voting under Pennsylvania’s closed primary system.
ISSS, Penn Global offer guidance for students facing ‘unusual’ immigration policies at legal panel
The May 15 webinar — titled "Navigating Visa, Port of Entry, and Travel Challenges in 2025" — drew over 100 attendees from across the Penn community.
Penn, federal government silent one week after Univ. response to Education Department Title IX demands
Although Penn quietly submitted its response to the Department of Education's three demands "on time," it remains unclear how — or if — the University complied.
The Graduation Issue 2025: How administrative turmoil shaped the Class of 2025’s time at Penn
During the Class of 2025's time at Penn, the University has faced significant leadership changes, including a series of high-level resignations in the face of increasing national scrutiny.
The Graduation Issue 2025: How national politics shaped Penn this year
In the months following Trump’s inauguration, Penn has remained a target of federal scrutiny leading to widespread changes to University policies.
Local lawmakers rebuke Jameson after no-show at City Council hearing on DEI
The May 9 joint committee hearing questioned Penn’s rollback of DEI policies in response to recent federal mandates.
Department of Education opens investigation into Penn over ‘inaccurate’ foreign donation disclosures
According to an Education Department press release, Penn has 30 days to comply with the agency’s request for information.
Liz Magill, Scott Bok discuss Penn ‘crisis’ in first joint public appearance since resignations
Magill and Bok discussed the “pervasive role” of Wall Street, the days that led up to their departures from Penn, and the current “crisis” facing “all major, elite” American universities.
Penn, peer institutions sue National Science Foundation over indirect costs funding cap
The May 5 lawsuit claimed that the NSF’s 15% cap on indirect cost reimbursements could cost Penn's research budget over $10 million annually.
As deadline nears for Penn to comply with Department of Education demands, University remains silent
Penn has yet to publicly acknowledge the Education Department’s demands — even as a senior White House official warns that it could lose federal funding for failing to comply.
Former Penn swimmers applaud Department of Education ruling that Penn violated Title IX
Several former Penn swimmers expressed their support for the Department of Education’s recent finding that deemed Penn in violation of Title IX and demanded further governmental action.
Penn faculty, legal experts reflect on Trump’s first 100 days back in office
As Trump surpasses the 100-day mark of his second term, the DP spoke with Penn experts to understand the impact of his policies and rhetoric on higher education.
Six key takeaways from the DP's interview with former Board of Trustees chair Scott Bok
Here are six key moments from the DP’s 90-minute conversation with former Board of Trustees chair Scott Bok.
Here’s what Penn student political groups think about Trump’s higher education policies
The Daily Pennsylvanian sat down with four politically oriented student groups to discuss campus sentiments in response to recent federal actions.