Borna Saeednia

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Guest Column by Borna Saeednia | From a TA to Penn Class of 2020: Congratulations!

By Borna Saeednia · May 20, 2020

To the Class of 2020, I want to express my deepest gratitude for the contributions you have made, and for giving me an opportunity to learn with you and from you.

Guest Column by Borna Saeednia | Penn for Bernie should endorse Joe Biden

By Borna Saeednia · April 23, 2020

I call for unity among Penn community ahead of the upcoming presidential election in support of Biden to restore the dignity of the office of presidency. I ask Penn for Bernie to endorse Biden for president despite all the disagreements.

Guest Column by Borna Saeednia | Penn must give Election Day the recognition it deserves

By Borna Saeednia · Feb. 2, 2020

Penn students have the potential to play a significant role in the fate of the state of Pennsylvania and the nation as a whole, and we should help unleash this potential.

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By Borna Saeednia · Sept. 24, 2025

Penn may be forced to pay after a new recent federal imposed fees on new H-1B visa petitions.

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By Borna Saeednia · Sept. 21, 2025

1968 Wharton graduate and President Donald Trump announced a proclamation to impose a $100,000 fee for visas granted to skilled foreign workers.

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By Borna Saeednia · Sept. 15, 2025

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By Borna Saeednia · July 21, 2025

Columnist Anvi Tuteja argues that Penn’s Forerunner pre-orientation program offers a strong model for how the university can better support its international student community.