Student Life
Students in new Wharton ABCS course help Philadelphia community file tax refunds
The curriculum, which occurs concurrently with the training and volunteering components, teaches students about the racial wealth gap, tax systems and policies, and how to discuss sensitive financial issues.
New development at former McDonald's location to house three University departments
The new office building, which will sit on land previously occupied by McDonald’s, will be the new home of Penn Global, University Life, and Career Services.
Penn ranks No. 17 on list for most fashionable college campuses in America
Schools were evaluated according to a "fashion score," which was derived by dividing the number of fashionable outfits by the number of unfashionable ones.
Penn political groups debate Israel-Hamas war, immigration policy at GPA all-party debate
Around 50 attendees watched representatives from Penn College Republicans, Penn Democrats, Penn for Liberty, and the Penn Young Democratic Socialists of America debate a variety of topics.
Wharton Graduate Association uncovers widespread financial issues, forcing clubs to reset balance
The issues "stemmed back" as far as 2017, according to one text message shared with The Daily Pennsylvanian.
Penn community members occupy part of Houston Hall in teach-in to promote pro-Palestinian voices
The group accused Penn of neglecting to support dissenting voices on the Israel-Hamas war and promised to hold programming in response to the University's failures.
Penn community members gather at LOVE statue for vigil mourning loss of Palestinian lives
Students told the DP that the vigil was organized to offer people a sense of community while mourning the deaths in Gaza.
Natives at Penn aims to build community, increase visibility during Native American Heritage Month
NAP kicked off their programming on Nov. 2 with an Indian Taco night.
Penn clarifies upperclassmen housing process ahead of 2024-2025 applications
The application period for rising juniors and seniors opened on Oct. 31 and is set to close at 5 p.m. on Nov. 21, for the 2024-25 academic year.
United Minorities Council brings back Unity Week to celebrate diverse art, culture at Penn
From Nov. 13 to 17, the UMC will be hosting a revival of Unity Week in honor of the group's 45th anniversary.
Penn to ‘vigorously pursue’ violations of conduct policies following acts of hate, Magill says
Magill said that Penn is working with local and federal authorities to investigate recent antisemitic acts and forms of hate on campus.
First-year Penn students reluctant to seek fall room changes amid challenges
Room change offers were sent out on Oct. 5 and Oct. 26, with the last round expected to be released on Nov. 16.
Penn community members call for ceasefire in Gaza at international pro-Palestinian walkout on campus
The walkout opened with calls for a ceasefire, restoration of water and electricity in Gaza, and an end to United States and University aid to Israel.
Penn hosts annual Family Weekend featuring remarks from Penn President Liz Magill
During the three-day event, attendees participated in events that highlighted the school’s offerings.
Wharton graduate and aspiring olympian to judge break-dancing competition
Choi, who was president of Freaks of the Beat during her undergraduate years, will compete for Team USA after recently leaving her job as a creative project manager.
Penn denounces projections of pro-Palestinian messages onto campus buildings as 'antisemitic'
"These reprehensible messages are an assault on our values and cause pain and fear for our Jewish community," Penn President Liz Magill wrote.
DPS launches intensified safety campaign to enforce existing regulations on bikes, scooters
DPS announced their decision to double down on these safety measures last year, although the policies were initially created in 2014.
Penn SPEC's keynote series features Nickelodeon actors Victoria Justice and Josh Peck
Justice and Peck spoke at Irvine Auditorium on Nov. 7 as part of Penn’s Social Planning and Events Committee Connaissance, an organization dedicated to bringing keynote speakers to Penn.
Penn athletes partner with Team IMPACT to aid children with health challenges
Team IMPACT pairs children who are a part of the organization with local college sports teams.