Articles by Vidya Pandiaraju
04/25/23 11:51pm
Rebecca Rhynhart, Helen Gym speak about plans for Phila. during on-campus mayoral forum
Around 40 undergraduate and graduate students, as well as some citizens of Philadelphia, attended the event at the Perelman Center for Political Science & Economics Auditorium. 04/24/23 5:19pm
Over 1,900 Penn student workers begin unionization effort, citing inadequate support
Students cited low pay, insufficient health benefits, and a lack of support for international students. 04/10/23 10:35pm
Former presidential candidate Andrew Yang discusses entrepreneurship at on-campus event
Student groups proposed a policy initiative to a group of distinguished judges, including former Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell and former Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter. 04/09/23 11:11pm
Black Student League, Penn Dems host first woman Pennsylvania House Speaker at on-campus event
Around 25 students gathered to discuss issues with Speaker McClinton, who represents part of Philadelphia. 04/04/23 9:59pm
1968 Wharton graduate, former president Donald Trump pleads not guilty to 34 felony counts
Trump is the first sitting or former president to face criminal charges. 03/30/23 11:44pm
Philadelphia mayoral candidates debate at on-campus forum ahead of primary election
Community members heard from candidates Allan Domb, 2016 Fels Institute of Government master's graduate Cherelle Parker, David Oh, Derek Green, Jeff Brown, and Maria Quiñones Sánchez. 03/26/23 10:35pm
Penn argues RAs and GAs are 'not employees' in response to unionization efforts
Penn's response comes nearly two weeks after a supermajority of RAs and GAs filed for official unionization recognition. 02/28/23 1:00am
Penn alum Ernest Owens discusses his book about cancel culture during campus visit
Owens sat down with The Daily Pennsylvanian to discuss his first book and its reception. 02/16/23 10:50pm
Penn Hillel to host former Rep. Ted Deutch for conversation on US-Israel relations
The event will feature an open conversation with Deutch, “a lifelong Jewish and pro-Israel activist," according to Penn Hillel. 02/14/23 10:32pm
Special election results in Democratic control of Pennsylvania House for first time in 12 years
The Democrats’ 102 to 101 majority marks the party’s first House majority in 12 years. 02/07/23 9:53pm
Penn Young Democratic Socialists of America to host event with Phila. city council candidate
Mclllmurray is running for one of the open at-large seats on the council. 01/18/23 9:47pm
Penn's political groups 'hope to keep momentum going' following midterm elections
Representatives from College Republicans, Penn Young Democratic Socialists of America, and Penn Dems hope to focus on the Philadelphia mayoral race and increasing engagement within the Penn community. 01/16/23 10:52pm
Red and Blue Advisory Committee gathers input from students and staff at open forum
The forum, which was held in Irvine Auditorium, featured nine easels with large notepads where attendees were encouraged to answer questions from Penn President Liz Magill. 01/09/23 10:38pm
Penn Biden Center housed classified documents from Biden's time as vice president, DOJ finds
Biden's personal attorneys found the classified documents from Biden's term as vice president at the center on Nov. 2, 2022. 11/04/22 4:12am
Two Penn Nursing professors receive 2022 Hillman Foundation Grants
The grant, established in 2014, was created to encourage innovation and research stewardship that served to tackle the distinct needs of marginalized communities. 10/31/22 1:37am
Penn Vet launches new center to support research into food insecurity and agriculture
Located at the New Bolton Center, a Penn Vet hospital located in Chester County, CSAFS aims to “drive sustainable agricultural and veterinary healthcare practices and methods, while addressing the world’s growing nutritional demands.” 10/17/22 3:22pm
College enrollment continues to decline in the Philadelphia area
Of 32 universities surveyed in the Philly region, 13 reported that they had experienced lower enrollment from last fall. 10/10/22 12:31am