Articles by Sheila Hodges
04/15/21 11:00pm
Penn experts pose solutions to Philadelphia’s pandemic-fueled gentrification
Penn-affiliated experts believe that the city has seen a more gradual form of gentrification through increased housing prices and new development — making access to affordable housing even more difficult for residents. 03/29/21 2:07am
Philadelphia organizations work to educate and provide vaccines to at-risk populations
Experts believe that distrust in vaccines is a contributing factor to racial inequalities in Philadelphia's vaccine rollout, as well as a lack of accessibility to vaccines and information on them. 03/19/21 12:38am
Experts reflect on how COVID-19 may shape the future of education at Penn and beyond
One year after COVID-19 forced universities to adopt a virtual format, Penn education experts reflect on how remote learning will impact education at Penn and elsewhere post-pandemic. 03/08/21 3:12am
Disappointed with inaction, Philadelphians urge mayor to implement gun violence legislation
63-year-old veteran and activist Jamal Johnson has started another hunger strike, alleging inaction on behalf of the City of Philadelphia towards the city's gun violence crisis. 02/18/21 3:00am
Philadelphia's Black business owners reflect on their entrepreneurial experiences
In honor of Black History Month, The Daily Pennsylvanian interviewed several Black business owners who shared the challenges they faced as Black entrepreneurs — and the perseverance behind their journey. 02/08/21 4:06am
‘Living in a warzone’: Philadelphians petition mayor to address resolution on gun violence
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney has yet to act on a resolution proposed by Penn alum and Councilmember Jamie Gauthier to address the city's increase in gun violence, prompting local community members to petition — and strike — for its approval. 01/25/21 1:37am
‘It will literally kill people’: Penn’s reopening angers West Philadelphia residents
West Philadelphia residents felt blindsided by Penn's decision to reopen campus for the spring, adding that people who are already disproportionately affected by the virus will be the most affected. 01/20/21 7:18pm
From Guam to rural Iowa, meet five students admitted early decision to the Class of 2025
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with five students who were admitted early decision to the Class of 2025 after navigating an unprecedented year for college application processes. Here are their stories. 11/18/20 11:28pm
Wharton first year distributes $15M in unused medicine to charities through new foundation
The Altrui Foundation transfers unused medications from manufacturers to charitable organizations so they do not become wasted. 11/09/20 2:30am
Armed men attempting to stop vote counting arrested outside Pennsylvania Convention Center
At 10:20 p.m., the police spotted the two armed men without Pennsylvania arms permits. They were detained and later arrested for firearms charges. 11/02/20 8:20am
Penn prof. recognized on American Institute of Chemical Engineers’ ‘35 under 35’ list
The award recognizes young professionals who have made a “significant contribution to the Institute and to the chemical engineering profession.“ 10/20/20 5:43pm
Princeton University will pay nearly $1.2 million to female profs. to narrow wage gap
The Times reported that Princeton has agreed to pay back $925,000 to 106 female professors, who in the report were underpaid compared to male colleagues. The University will also spend $250,000 on adjusting future salaries to narrow the gender wage gap. 10/06/20 11:45pm