The update will change the recruitment process for student organizations recognized by the University — a process that has previously been criticized as overly competitive.

In the Class of 2029, 21% are first-generation students, and 24% are from historically underrepresented backgrounds in higher education, as opposed to 19% and 23% in the Class of 2028, respectively. 

The Aug. 28 letter, which was also sent to four other higher education institutions in Pennsylvania, highlighted previous examples of antisemitism on Pennsylvania college campuses.

Atkins began his position at Ursinus on July 21, days after announcing his departure from Penn.

OSA was responsible for organizing the annual Student Activities Fair that was held from Aug. 26-28 on Locust Walk this year. 

Jameson's email welcomed students, faculty, and staff back to campus for the 2025-26 academic year.

The cafe, which is operated by Penn Student Agencies and staffed by students, offers food and drinks independent of the University’s dining plan.

The hourlong event marked Jameson’s first Convocation since his appointment as Penn’s 10th president.

Vice Provost for University Life Karu Kozuma and School of Nursing Dean Antonia Villarruel notified the undergraduate community of Lee’s death in an email on Aug. 22. 

Here’s everything to know about the campus essentials that will shape your first-year experience.

We've compiled a categorized, non-exhaustive list of Penn clubs to ease the stress associated with your extracurricular experience. 

As new students begin their first semester at Penn, the University offers numerous offices, resource centers, and student organizations to help them find support and community.

From free subscriptions to discounted experiences around Philadelphia, here's a list of free perks that come with being a Penn student.

As an incoming Penn student, you may have some questions about how to get involved on campus — and how to make money doing so. Here are just a few of the many funding opportunities at Penn!

Throughout the year, the University navigated student protests, leadership shifts, and new federal mandates — much of it stemming from controversies that first erupted two years prior.

These experiences — whether they're sanctioned by the University or organized by students — help build lasting memories on campus.

While it may feel easiest to stay close to campus, there are plenty of ways to explore Philadelphia while giving back to the community.