Articles by Paige Rawiszer
04/16/24 11:25pm
Fels graduate, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker talks public safety, voting at Penn Dems event
Parker spoke to an audience of approximately 60 people at the Perelman Center for Political Science and Economics about public safety, combating the drug epidemic, and encouraging voter participation. 04/15/24 9:55pm
Penn lecturer vying for nomination in Pa. attorney general race talks campaign, time on campus
Former Bucks County Solicitor and Penn Carey Law lecturer Joe Khan spoke with The Daily Pennsylvanian about Penn and his campaign for attorney general. 03/25/24 12:22am
'Helluva cancer center': New transcripts shed light on President Joe Biden's connection to Penn
In the transcripts released March 12, Biden spoke about his professorship at Penn, his work at the Penn Biden Center, and Penn Medicine. 03/13/24 12:49am
U.S. House committee grills special counsel on classified documents found at Penn Biden Center
During the March 12 congressional hearing, Democrats and Republicans alike probed Hur — who ultimately declined to bring charges against Biden — on the findings of his investigation. 03/11/24 12:54am
1968 Wharton graduate, former President Donald Trump to contest third election after Nikki Haley withdraws
In her speech announcing her concession of the GOP primary, Haley said that she would “congratulate [Trump] and wish him well” — but notably did not endorse him. 02/23/24 12:01am
Penn community members share mixed reactions to Pa. Sen. John Fetterman's pro-Israel stance
While Fetterman campaigned on progressive issues and was endorsed by progressive groups, the political left has expressed disapproval with his stance. 01/18/24 1:36am
A look into the ongoing federal investigations over Penn’s response to antisemitism
Following Magill's resignation, The Daily Pennsylvanian looked at the federal actions taken against Penn amid allegations of antisemitism on campus. 12/10/23 10:57pm
Penn alumni, donors shared mixed opinions on Magill and Bok's resignations
Some alumni expressed concern over how Magill's resignation followed significant backlash and what her resignation means for free speech. 12/09/23 4:58pm
Liz Magill becomes first Penn president to resign beyond government appointment
Here are the most recent Penn presidents by length of their tenure. 12/08/23 12:01am
Magill apology videos fails to stop uproar from Penn community members, politicians
“President Magill, the time for apologies is over," a petition with over 18,000 signatures read. "It is time for you to step down." 12/01/23 12:44am
Penn Political Union, FIRE host panel about free speech and academic freedom on campus
The panelists discussed the cancellation of progressive Jewish group Penn Chavurah's screening of "Israelism" and the Palestine Writes Literature Festival. 11/08/23 1:08am
2016 Fels Institute of Government graduate Cherelle Parker first woman elected mayor of Philadelphia
Parker, a former Philadelphia city councilmember and Pennsylvania state representative, faced Republican candidate David Oh and emerged as the winner with 74% of the vote. 11/01/23 1:58am
Penn launches online harassment resource amid campus tensions surrounding the Israel-Hamas war
Penn's Office of Audit, Compliance, and Privacy website provides information regarding online harassment and how community members can receive support. 10/25/23 1:15am
Penn Club of Israel disengages from University due to admin. response to Palestine Writes festival
In the statement, the Club said that its alumni members will effectively stop their public support of the University. The Club plans to continue its philanthropic efforts within the Israeli community and beyond. 10/21/23 3:48pm
Penn investigating antisemitic vandalism next to AEPi house as potential hate crime
The graffiti, found by members of AEPi around 11:30 p.m. on Oct. 20, read “The Jews R Nazis.” 10/05/23 10:00pm
CNN personality Michael Smerconish talks role of media in politics at SNF Paideia event
Smerconish is the host of Smerconish on CNN and the host of his daily radio show on SiriusXM. 09/25/23 9:15pm
Student political groups discuss free speech on campus after Penn receives low ranking
Penn placed second to last for the second year in a row. 09/19/23 10:51pm
Penn student groups encourage civic engagement on National Voter Registration Day
On Nov. 7, registered voters will elect various state judicial candidates as well as a new mayor of Philadelphia and City Council members. 08/30/23 9:52pm
Pa. senator proposes state-wide ban on legacy admissions – including at Penn
In the memorandum, Williams voiced his concern that allowing legacy admissions at Pennsylvania universities would violate the recent Supreme Court ruling regarding affirmative action. 06/14/23 11:51pm