Student Life
Free speech at Penn: Protected by rules, limited by culture
While multiple University initiatives strive to protect open expression on campus, some students find it difficult to speak their beliefs
Fossil Free Penn takes next steps to promote divestment
A Wednesday rally organized by Fossil Free Penn aimed to draw the University Council’s attention to a forthcoming proposal for Penn to divest from fossil fuels.
Mental health concerns have not deterred Penn students from pursuing finance
A quarter of 2014 Penn graduates took jobs in finance despite renewed concerns about mental health due to employee deaths in the industry.
Just brew it: The Wharton Coffee Club gains traction on campus
The Penn Coffee Club is a Wharton graduate student organization that gives students the opportunity to bond over their shared love of coffee. Started three years ago, the club now has over 60 members and a three-person board.
Students discuss sexual violence in the LGBTQ community following national survey
On Wednesday, a group of around 20 students gathered at the LGBT Center to discuss sexual violence in the community, following a recent survey showing a low report rate of the crime.
Students work hands on in Phila. nonprofit internships
Students who worked for Philadelphia nonprofit organizations this past summer share their favorite perks.
Students perform for local elementary school
At a local elementary school on Oct. 23, members of Penn's Stimulus Children's Theater, or STIM, performed numbers from their upcoming Fall Show “Junie B. Jones: The Musical” as their community show.
Penn dog owners talk pros and cons of having a furry friend on campus
Bringing a dog to your off-campus home might seem appealing, but current dog owners say it's a lot more work than imagined.
Penn symphony orchestra adds new director
The University’s largest ensemble has a new man at the helm, and the music department couldn’t be more pleased.
How to survive Commons with a food allergy
Bon Appetit says they are willing to go to great lengths to accommodate students with special dietary needs, though it relies on students to reach out for help.
English class draws inspiration from James Franco
One class assignment involves posting a Snapchat story.
SPEC-Trum and Jazz and Grooves release fall concert artists
Three up-and-coming artists — Cousin Stizz, Spzrkt, and Tory Lanez — will hit the Rotunda for a performance on Nov. 5
Wharton Women host annual Dollar Diva conference
The event hosted students from twelve different Philadelphia-area high schools, technical schools and even an international school.
Penn's Campaign for Community creates spaces for discussion
The Campaign launched last spring, and will focus on addressing issues among students that may cause disagreement.
Special Elections to be held for Undergraduate Assembly positions
New members will fill the roles of two resigning members.
Why is Gourmet Grocer so expensive?
Penn Dining contends that the Gourmet Grocer provides a Penn-unique grocery service.
Serena Williams to speak at Penn
Serena Williams will speak in Irvine Auditorium on Wed., Nov. 4 at 8 pm
What's in a name? The meanings behind LGBTQ group names on campus
A name reflects where a group comes from, who they serve and what they stand for.
Styrofoam use in food trucks raises price and environmental concerns
Over the past few years, a number of cities around the country have put restrictions on styrofoam use in food trucks.