The University of Pennsylvania's independent student news organization. The Student Committee on Education released its 2025 white paper offering Penn recommendations in six areas: Academics; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; One University; Wellness; West Philadelphia; and Open Expression.

2 days ago · As Penn experts discussed how to ethically distribute vaccines during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Perelman School of Medicine gave vaccine priority to academic staff, a move that defied city rules that placed higher education employees in a later phase of distribution.. January 2022. Penn began the 2022 spring semester by issuing several COVID-19 mitigation measures, including two ...

4 days ago · The Gaza Solidarity Encampment on College Green lasted from April 25 to May 10, 2024. Credit: Jean Park President and 1968 Wharton graduate Donald Trump signed an executive order directing federal agencies to identify and deport non-citizen participants — including college students — in pro-Palestinian protests on Wednesday.

4 days ago · Trump’s funding freeze was temporarily blocked on Tuesday by a federal judge in Washington. The hold has delayed the order from going into effect until Feb. 3.. The email reassured students and faculty that the University’s “financial outlook is sound” and that the institution should “continue its essential research.”

4 days ago · Former Pennsylvania state Rep. Matthew Gergely (D-Allegheny) suffered an undisclosed health complication and passed away on Jan. 19. Credit: Abhiram Juvvadi Former Pennsylvania state Rep. Matthew Gergely (D-Allegheny) passed away on Jan. 19 after suffering a medical emergency leaving the state House of Representatives in a 101-101 tie between Republicans and Democrats.

4 days ago · Graduate students rallied together for better wages in front of College Hall on Jan. 28. Credit: Jean Park Nearly 200 people gathered at a rally in front of College Hall on Tuesday to support graduate student workers’ continued efforts to secure a contract with Penn amid ongoing bargaining efforts.

Dec 10, 2024 · Fewer than half of food items served at Penn’s major dining halls are allergen-free, DP analysis finds Across the four dining facilities, 2,724 individual menu items were counted, with the highest number of items — 1,282 items across 30 days — appearing at Hill House. 1920 Commons had the second highest number with 855 items.

Wharton Undergraduate Healthcare Club annual conference explores healthcare systems around the world The conference, entitled “Healthcare Beyond Borders,” included talks from two keynote speakers, panel sessions, and a career fair, with representatives from Perelman School of Medicine, Boston Consulting Group, and Prenuvo Medical Group.

Oct 24, 2024 · Penn quietly discontinues Bio-Dental program, sparking confusion over student statuses Three students who spoke with the DP described feeling confusion and concern over whether current students in the program were still provided their conditional acceptance into …

2020 Penn graduate, murder suspect Luigi Mangione detailed health impact of fraternity ‘hell week’ At Penn, Mangione was involved in Greek Life, pursued a double-degree in engineering, and founded the University's first game development club — all while periodically suffering from back issues and "brain fog."