The alert cited risks including “military operations, airspace closures, and general travel disruption” as a result of the United States’ ongoing conflict with Iran.
Mishal George
Staff reporter Mishal George covers University finances and can be reached at george@thedp.com. At Penn, she studies journalism and political science. Follow her on X @mishalgeorgee.
Wharton CFO Colleen O’Neill named Penn’s next treasurer and vice president for finance
Her appointment follows Mark Dingfield’s August 2025 departure from the role in order to serve as the University’s Executive Vice President.
Penn reports revenue and asset growth in fiscal 2025
The theme of this year’s report — “Illuminating the Endowment” — comes as a new federal tax on university endowments is scheduled to take effect in July.
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.
Penn to 'comply' with Department of Education foreign funding policies amid ongoing investigation
The portal — launched on Jan. 2 — aims to promote compliance with Section 117 of the Higher Education Act, which requires postsecondary institutions to report foreign gifts and contracts that total $250,000 or more.
College and Wharton senior Florence Onyiuke named 2026 Rhodes Scholar
The Rhodes Trust announced this year’s group of scholars on Nov. 15, with Onyiuke listed as one of 32 chosen from the United States.
2025 Weitzman Awards honors students, researchers for innovations in climate science, public health
The annual event recognized Master of City Planning student Anaushka Goyal and Master of Architecture student Junxi Liu.
Wharton study finds increased generative AI usage among U.S.-based companies
It was issued by the Wharton Human-AI Research in collaboration with GBK Collective, an analytics consultancy, and assessed more than 800 business decision-makers at companies with annual revenues above $50 million.
Penn hosts Israeli, Palestinian leaders to discuss ‘pathways to peace’ following ceasefire plan
The discussion focused on the creation and possible outcomes of a peaceful two-state solution between Palestine and Israel.
Elizabeth Klein named inaugural director of domestic policy programs at Penn Washington
Klein’s new role at Penn Washington involves research, policy, and applied learning.










