“I’ve seen how the school has felt constrained,” Faculty Senate Chair-Elect Roy Hamilton said while describing “what’s happened to these programs” under the current guidance from the Trump administration.
Front Breaking
Former Penn donor pledges $100 million to U.S. Olympic, Paralympic athletes
The $100 million donation follows his decision in December 2023 to withdraw an equivalent gift from Penn.
Guest columnists Carolyn Marvin, Diana Mutz, and Robin Pemantle suggest that University administration plans to roll out the new Open Expression Guidelines without a mandated open hearing for the Penn community, thus violating Penn’s own process.
Penn annual hazing report finds two organizations in violation of University policy
According to the report two student organizations were “found responsible for violating the University’s Anti-Hazing Policy” in the 2025-26 academic year.
Former Penn donor pledges $100 million to U.S. Olympic, Paralympic athletes
The $100 million donation follows his decision in December 2023 to withdraw an equivalent gift from Penn.
Guest columnists Carolyn Marvin, Diana Mutz, and Robin Pemantle suggest that University administration plans to roll out the new Open Expression Guidelines without a mandated open hearing for the Penn community, thus violating Penn’s own process.
Don’t count out Penn women’s tennis
Strong players and even stronger opponents factor into an especially competitive season.
Penn’s graduate student union could strike next month. Here’s what we know
In interviews with The Daily Pennsylvanian, graduate workers and administrators described how a strike could change campus life and the relationships between students and teaching assistants.
Penn extends course selection deadline following two-day suspension of University operations
The deadline — initially set for Jan. 27 — marks the final opportunity for students to add additional courses to their schedule.
Four Penn Medicine studies to be honored with national clinical research award
From projects examining healthcare initiative impacts to groundbreaking medical developments, the forum — which annually recognizes ten research accomplishments in the United States — will acknowledge Penn Med’s innovative researchers.
City councilmembers to introduce legislation restricting ICE operations in Philadelphia
If passed, the legislation would prohibit federal immigration officers from obscuring their identity and prohibit city agencies from cooperating with ICE.
‘Deprived of time’: Penn Carey Law students sign letter criticizing accelerated job recruitment
Student representatives at Penn Carey Law outlined concerns over the compromised quality of legal education, increased pressures to choose careers, and significant strains on legal recruitment teams.
Cross Wasilewski steps up big
Cross Wasilewski is having a stellar season while embracing his new role on the team.
ICE doesn’t belong in our cities
Senior Columnist Mia Vesely calls out the actions of ICE officers and urges students to know their rights.
Quaker Nation | Winter break for Penn athletes
Also, listen to the Quaker Nation podcast with Michael Zanoni.
DP Daybreak | Inside Penn faculty’s undergrad education
Also, the DP asked Penn students how they spent their snow day.
Here’s where your professors went to school before teaching at Penn
The DP’s analysis accounted for approximately 97% of the University’s professors — excluding lecturers, emeritus faculty, and administrators without professorial positions.
Independence National Park dismantles slavery exhibits following Trump directive
On Thursday, Independence Park employees began removing all displays at the memorial honoring the nine people enslaved by George Washington.
Bundled up and building snowmen: How Penn students made the most of their snow day
“It was so special to take advantage of such a cherished tradition,” one student wrote while describing his experience sledding at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Penn Vet study reveals trained dogs can detect canine cancer
The dogs were trained to detect the chemical signatures of hemangiosarcoma, a common and aggressive cancer typically diagnosed in dogs at advanced stages.



















