Student Life
All women hackathon presents alternative to PennApps
In response to the lack of females in the industry, FemmeHacks was started at Drexel University by Engineering sophomore Andrea Baric, who transferred to Penn from Drexel last fall.
Shark dissection and bartending among new preceptorial offerings
Penn students registering for preceptorials this semester may have been surprised to notice some new offerings.
Students have mixed reactions to Caitlyn Jenner visit
Student reactions to Caitlyn Jenner’s Wednesday evening appearance are mixed, although those within the LGBT community tended to be more critical of Jenner’s comments.
New literary mag shares students' writing, art on mental health
This semester, mental health-focused student organization Active Minds will be publishing the first print issue of its literary magazine, Penntal Health.
'Dear Penn Freshman' shares seniors' letters to freshman-selves
They say that college is a formative four years. It is the in-between nestled after childhood but before adulthood.
New College House to bring suite-style dorms for freshmen
First envisioned in the late ’90s, New College House, is starting to take form in time for its grand opening next fall.
Alternative Spring Breaks fill school breaks with service and stress relief
This spring break, some students will lounge on a beach, while others will build a house.
Penn for Hillary members call Nevada voters ahead of Saturday caucus
Penn for Hillary is a student organization devoted to building support for Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign at Penn and throughout Philadelphia.
Caitlyn Jenner wants to be a part of the fight for LGBTQ issues
While she doesn’t see herself as a spokesperson, Caitlyn Jenner is committed to the fight, she said at a SPEC event Wednesday.
How healthy are your TV shows? Annenberg study tracks healthy behavior in programs
Is it getting healthier for us to watch television? A research team at the Annenberg Public Policy Center has launched an ambitious study to find out.
WeTrain startup offers accessible workouts on-demand
The new startup is offering workout sessions with a certified personal trainer at any location of your choice.
Penn professors find a home in college houses
Every student at Penn has probably shared a hall or a building with a professor or two during their time in college.
Student Spotlight Q&A: Novelist and College sophomore Sara Albert
A post-apocalyptic future, diverse characters and a refreshing lack of love triangles are all elements that make up "The Deadly Nightshade," a newly published novel by College sophomore Sara Albert who wrote under the pseudonym Justine Ashford.
Minority students feel presidential candidates stumble on race
Wednesday night, the Penn United Minorities Council hosted a discussion about how the current political candidates are addressing minority issues.
The year in mental health
One year ago today, Penn released the final report of the Task Force on Student Psychological Health and Welfare.
Looking to make money this summer? Here are eight Penn-sponsored grants and programs
For those students who are still looking for summer opportunities, the University offers a variety of grants and internships in areas ranging from research to community service.
This February, Penn emphasizes safe sex
A particular concern of is reaching freshman, who are adjusting to the college environment and may be learning how to practice safe sexual habits
How the UA can help you out of legal trouble
UA legal services has helped with issues ranging from assault and harassment to landlord problems and traffic violations.
Students share why they joined multicultural Greek life
Many students look to Greek life as a way to find a family of brothers and/or sisters during their college journey.