Student Life
Student-run film festival to host inaugural showcase on April 1
Bifocal Film Festival, Penn's first entirely student-run festival, will showcase filmmakers from over 30 countries.
2023 TEDxPenn conference to feature filmmaker Anthony Russo, Rep. Jordan Harris
The conference, which focuses on change and transformation, will take place in the Annenberg Center for Performing Arts, starting at 1 p.m. on April 1.
All work, no pay: Athletic scholarship lawsuit threatens future of Ivy League conference
The lawsuit's plaintiffs seek monetary damages, but — more significantly — seek an injunction that would allow Ivy League schools to distribute scholarship compensation moving forward.
Filmmaker calls on Penn to remove former coach's name from rowing center after sexual assault allegations
The filmmaker, Jennifer Fox, alleges that she was sexually abused by Ted Nash — who died in 2021— when she was 13 years old.
Penn student government hosts week of outreach events, raises money for heart health
Hosted by the six student government branches, the programming aimed to offer students a chance to voice their opinions, raise awareness of projects, and increase student involvement with the government.
WUHC Incubator program gives undergraduates insight into the healthcare industry
The WUHC Incubator allows teams of students interested in healthcare, biotech, and life sciences to attend interactive workshops and speaker events hosted by healthcare executives and industry experts.
Penn to stop awarding dean's list recognition to undergraduate students
The dean’s list is an annual honor given to students based on academic performance during the fall and spring semesters.
From classes on anime to the Beatles, here are five unique courses being taught at Penn
The following courses are currently being taught in the spring 2023 semester.
Penn Fashion Week, Baker Retailing Center host social media lead for Vogue Magazine
Gimmel leads the social team and social media marketing strategy for American Vogue.
Penn argues RAs and GAs are 'not employees' in response to unionization efforts
Penn's response comes nearly two weeks after a supermajority of RAs and GAs filed for official unionization recognition.
UA, Penn Residential Services launch free menstrual product pilot at Hill College House
If the program were to be a success, Penn would join a number of schools, including Princeton University, Yale University, and Harvard University, in supplying free period products on campus.
From Lyn's to Hemo's, the DP mapped Penn's food truck scene
The analysis — which examined 45 food trucks and 72 restaurants near campus — found that 41% of food trucks on or near campus offer Halal food.
Penn fashion clubs to host inaugural Penn Met Gala
The Penn Met Gala is the culminating event in a month of student-planned, fashion-related events on campus.
United Minorities Council and Class Board host multicultural celebration in Houston Hall
This was the first time the event has occurred since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Seven Penn students and one graduate named 2023 Thouron Scholars
The award will cover complete tuition for two years of study at any university in the United Kingdom.
Penn student groups from across political spectrum take part in GPA debate
During the debate, panelists discussed political issues such as crime and criminal justice, affirmative action, environmental justice, and minimum wage policies.
Penn investigating vandalism at BioPond after pond water turns red
In addition to turning a reddish hue, the pond was encircled by caution tape wrapped around the surrounding trees.
PWH Global Shifts Colloquium to focus on rising temperatures around the world
The events will focus on the global threat of extreme heat, its impact on our lives, and policy solutions to heat waves.
Penn Table Tennis wins regional competition, prepares for national championship
The team is ranked tenth nationally and travels to Round Rock, Texas for nationals in mid-April.