Sharon Udasin

After weeks of anticipation, I finally made it off the waiting list for a free Birthright Israel trip through Oranim: Let Israelis Show You Israel. I was excited for this incredible opportunity - my chance to explore the Jewish holy land, meet new people and inhale a vibrantly historic culture that still thrives today.

When it comes to college admissions, high schools cannot regulate student choices in order to lessen competition.

At a Philadelphia Zoning Board meeting yesterday, it was the prospect of alcohol that caused emotions to run high. About 80 West Philadelphia residents, mainly local Muslims affiliated with the Masjid Al-Jamia mosque, filled the zoning hearing to capacity, standing in firm opposition to the relocation of the liquor store on 41st and Market streets to 4237 Walnut St.

Early-decision applicants have earned the boost they get during the admissions process.

New software claims to be able to help pick out future murderers, but it's got more drawbacks than advantages - and no Tom Cruise.

University asks for photo with application to encourage diversity, but then claims photograph doesn't influence decision.

Even with the Platt center, the growth of performing-arts groups at Penn has been stymied by a lack of facilities and resources.

With college life such a great environment for diseases to spread, the University should be helping students get vaccinated.

Currently, presidents and scholarship chairs of frats and sororities can receive students' grades - unless they opt out.

Just like grocery-aisle food, items from restaurants and vendors should come with nutritional information.