Student Life
Faces of Black Penn returns, revitalizing decades-long history of Black publications on campus
The returning publication seeks to amplify the Black student experience on campus through a variety of media, such as photography, journalism, and opinion pieces.
Students face disciplinary action from Penn for alleged participation in Convocation protest
The students told The Daily Pennsylvanian they believe the University is targeting them for disciplinary consequences in an effort to stifle the protests against the impending sale of the UC Townhomes.
Wellness at Penn invites students to take National College Health Assessment survey
The survey, which is confidential and voluntary, aims to collect data about students’ knowledge, habits, attitudes, and overall health and wellbeing.
Wharton first year Vedika Jawa edges by 9 others in packed class board presidential race
Wharton first year Vedika Jawa said that one of her biggest influences was her older brother who served as Class Board 2021 president during his first year.
Penn students form campus group to support Josh Shapiro in upcoming gubernatorial election
Penn's branch of Students for Shapiro has amassed over 60 members since the start of the semester.
Penn students reflect on memories of Rittenhouse Barnes & Noble after relocation announcement
The store will close in late February and the new location will open in early March. The two-floor Chestnut street property is a decrease in retail space from 24,000 to 19,000 square feet.
Penn graduates to present study on anti-Asian hate at upcoming academic convention
2022 College graduates Tiffany Tieu and Hope Cho are set to present their senior year research at the annual Asian American Psychological Association convention on Oct. 2.
Penn community honors life of Sarah Katz at candlelit vigil
Katz’s friends, roommates, and members of Katz's sorority spoke at the vigil, which began at 7 p.m. on Friday in front of the LOVE statue.
Fossil Free Penn encampment returns to College Green, calling for divestment, UC Townhomes action
Students began setting up tents on Sept. 14 and intend to remain until their demands are met.
Elon Musk’s ex-girlfriend auctions mementos from Penn relationship for over $100K
Memorabilia from their college relationship included 18 photos of Musk as a college student at Penn, a signed birthday card, a 14-karat gold necklace, and a signed dollar bill.
Penn seniors launch startup that delivers home-cooked meals to students’ doorsteps
Breadhead serves as a food-service platform that connects students with homemade meals cooked by student chefs in the community.
Wharton coconut spread startup wins 2022 Good Housekeeping Award
Co-founded by Wharton MBA students Breanna Atkinson and Jared Golestani in 2020, Kokada is a startup that produces sugar-free, gluten-free, and nut-free coconut spreads.
Penn Women’s Center to select new director before end of the semester
The Penn Women’s Center plans to have a permanent director by the end of the semester after Sherisse Laud-Hammond left last semester.
Penn President Liz Magill forms search committee to select new provost
The committee was announced Tuesday and consists of 20 students, professors, and staff from across Penn.
Penn sees one of largest cost increases among universities nationwide
Last March, the Penn Board of Trustees agreed to increase tuition to $81,340 in the 2022-23 school year, up 2.9% from $79,014 in the 2021-22 school year.
Students demand Penn support Middle East Center at U. Council meeting after funding wipeout
Several students shared their thoughts about the importance of the center, while others held up signs with messages like “No Funding = Loss of Culture Scholarship Discourse” and “The MEC is our Community”.
Penn's 60-Second Lectures returns to College Green this fall with new format
The lecture series will take place on Sept. 14, starting at noon at the Benjamin Franklin statue in front of College Hall.
Princeton financial aid will cover all costs for families making up to $100K
Starting in fall 2023, all eligible students at Princeton University will be exempt from paying all college-related expenses, including room and board.
Penn to build new performing arts theater in first-ever expansion of Annenberg Center
The 3,100-square-foot building, which is part of a $25 million renovation plan, is expected to have an audience capacity of 300 to 350 people