Student Life
Alternative Spring Break students combat human trafficking
While some Penn students were partying away on the beach in Mexico and others were at home binge-watching Netflix, some students spent their Spring Break making a difference.
Column sparks controversy over new pro-peace coalition for Israel-Palestine discussion
While the re-election of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on March 17 sparked worldwide debate over the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, student groups at Penn have been engaged in their own dialogue about the issue.
Candidates for UA presidency face off in first debate of the year
Presidential candidates and College juniors Aiden McConnell and Jane Meyer shared their views on a variety of campus issues.
Penn Taiwanese Society showcases traditions and culture of Taiwan
The human race was saved on Saturday night as secret agent Bob Chen foiled Dr. Bad Egg's plan to release a virus that would consume all of Taiwan and the world. Or at least that is what was portrayed by College senior Changhee Han and Engineering senior Jon Chen.
Snow doesn't freeze Fiji's clothing drive
On Friday, the fraternity wrapped up a week-long collection of clothing donations, mostly from other Greek organizations on campus.Hexagon senior society unites upperclassmen engineers
The society has already tapped its potential members, and its first recruitment event, called "a smoker," was held on Wednesday night. Within a week, Hexagon will welcome their newest group of members.
Behind the scenes: Bringing Kesha to Fling
This year’s Spring Fling headliner broke amidst a flurry of Facebook posts on Saturday afternoon.
Penn responds to Power Down Challenge failure
Less than half of the college houses reduced electricity usage throughout the course of the challenge.
Penn looking to improve bonds between peer advisors and their advisees
While upperclassmen advisors relish the opportunity to help younger students, some feel that their helping hand is not always reached for. They would like to see improvements in the program that encourage additional interaction throughout the school year.
Penn announces new head of Office of Alcohol and Other Drug Program Initiatives
Melartin replaces Julie Lyzinski Nettleton, who left the position in November to serve as director of the Office of Student Conduct.
SPEC using "flash sign-ups" to sell floor passes for Spring Fling
Spring Fling, featuring two performers, will take place on April 17th at Franklin Field. The performers will be announced Sunday night.
Penn's Muslim chaplain defies religious expectations
Rashad has recieved recognition for her work in the community and was even invited to the White House for her input on issues that the Muslim community faces.
Students selected for top fellowship program
Six students engineered their way into working at the nation’s most promising startups.
The myth of Spring Break
For many Penn students, Spring Break is no break at all.
Life as a TA is more than grading homework
Recitations don't lead themselves — at the front of the classroom, teaching assistants must balance their responsibilities with their student obligations.
Hey Day celebrates 100 years with savings
On Hey Day's 100th anniversary, it will cost students only $20 to participate.
Wharton Cohorts program reduced to two years
Wharton’s Department of Student Life decided cut the cohort program to only include freshman and sophomores.
Following laced drug overdoses at Wesleyan, a look at drug safety at Penn
Students for Sensible Drug Policy will be organizing a harm-reduction policy speaker panel during Spring Fling.
For international students, challenges are more than distance
Every year, around three hundred international students leave their homes across seas, traveling to Penn while still on the brink of adulthood.