Student Life
Penn suspends initiative that helped students afford course materials, alarming FGLI groups
Penn First Plus has encouraged faculty to list their courses in the Penn Bookstore to help the University's financial aid office collect a more accurate estimate of the cost of educational supplies.
NSO introduces fewer mandatory activities, 'Friday Night Lights' themed class photo
This year's changes included more modular programming options, fewer mandatory programs, more small group programs, and greater flexibility for students to shape their schedules.
Editors, managers of The Daily Pennsylvanian, Inc. map priorities for company's 139th year
Members of the DP's 139th student board reflect on their first semester in charge of the company and share their goals for the remainder of the year.
Penn pilots first critical writing seminar for transfer students
This Transfer Critical Writing Seminar is a pilot program and if it is successful, it will be considered again for future semesters.
New PAACH director talks to the DP about creating ‘a welcoming space’
PAACH welcomed new director Mei Long on July 3, filling a vacancy created after the abrupt departure of former Director Peter Van Do in September 2022.
How Penn's test-optional policy has impacted students' test scores
According to the data, approximately 30% of the Class of 2026 did not submit test scores in 2022.
Mason on Chestnut switches management, aims to address rise in resident complaints
Residents of The Mason said that the building has previously faced issues regarding security, safety, and communication.
National Labor Relations Board rules Penn RAs are employees, allowing union election to proceed
Penn's 223 RAs will have the chance to partake in an on-campus election Sept. 27 and 28.
New Penn Global pre-orientation program unites first-years from 18 countries
The program brought together an inaugural cohort of 39 incoming first-years from 18 countries for a three-day pre-orientation.
Over 6,000 students move into on-campus housing for new school year
Residential Services expected 2423 first-year and 133 transfer students, 2398 second-year students, 553 third-year students, and 359 fourth-year students to move into campus housing between Aug. 21 and Aug. 27.
Back to School 2023: Here’s what to know about changes to on-campus housing this year
Here is an overview of the changes to Penn student housing for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Back to School 2023: 'Don't lose sight of what made you apply' and other advice for Class of 2027
From exploring new interests to taking care of yourself, upperclassmen give advice to the Class of 2027.
Back to School 2023: Penn's seven Cultural Resource Centers
Penn’s seven Cultural Resource Centers offer students a place to find a community for support and growth.
Back to School 2023: Here are the Penn traditions you need to know
Many traditions occur in the fall semester and focus on welcoming first-year students.
Penn Admissions adds school-specific essay prompts to application
The new prompt, which was introduced on July 31, moves away from the single short-answer response previously used for all four undergraduate schools.
New pre-orientation program Penn Global Mosaic to focus on global citizenship
The new pre-orientation program will bring students from 21 countries and 12 states together to engage with different cultures.
Educational nonprofit sponsors Penn students on a 10-day heritage trip to Israel
Penn students spent ten days this summer exploring their Jewish heritage in Israel, on a trip funded by the nonprofit organization Birthright Israel.
Wharton Undergraduate Director of Student Life Lee Kramer steps down from position
As Wharton Undergraduate Director of Student Life Lee Kramer steps down, he reflects on his time at Penn and plans for the future.
Mei Long named new PAACH director
Long, who previously served as an associate director of academic affairs and advising in Wharton, stepped into her position as PAACH director on July 3.