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Penn Condemns Neo-Nazi Flyers Posted on Campus
Officials at the University of Pennsylvania have denounced the messages of several neo-Nazi flyers seen littering the school’s campus. Images of the posters, which read “How is a […]
John Legend Teams With Penn on Criminal Justice Reform
Ten-time Grammy award-winning artist and University of Pennsylvania alum John Legend is joining the advisory board of the Quattrone Center for the Fair Administration of […]
Food Fight at 40th and Walnut
The University of Pennsylvania and Acme Markets announced yesterday (April 10) that Acme has signed a lease to open a new store in University City […]
Yes, Virginia, There Really WAS a Philadelphia School
You may have heard the term “Philadelphia School” used to refer to a group of architects who dominated, and some say transformed, the city’s built […]
Wharton Wants Penn English Majors to Apply for an MBA
Penn liberal arts majors looking to switch gears after graduation have a new enticing option. On Wednesday, the Wharton School announced the Moelis Advance Access […]
Joe Biden: I Could Have Beaten Donald Trump
Well. Former vice president Joe Biden said he could have beaten President Donald Trump had he run for election.
Penn Study: Arts Improve Well-Being in Poorer Neighborhoods
A new study from Penn’s Social Impact of the Arts project found that cultural resources in lower-income neighborhoods are “significantly” linked to better schooling, health, […]
Penn, Temple Climb in U.S. News 2018 Grad Program Rankings
U.S. News and World Report has released its 2018 graduate program rankings, and several universities in and around Philadelphia have climbed up the list.
Penn Prof’s Study: Sleepy Teens More Likely to Become Criminals
Teenagers who are drowsy during the day are more likely to have a criminal record later in life, according to a new study from a […]
Biden Chosen to Chair National Constitution Center
Former Vice President Joe Biden will chair the National Constitution Center following a unanimous vote from the museum’s board of trustees.
Study: Penn Ranks Fifth Worldwide for Producing “Unicorn” Founders
While it may be overrated to judge a startup by its valuation, the idea of the unicorn—a company valued in the billions—persists. And a recent […]
Why Penn Vet Isn’t Happy With Gov. Wolf’s Proposed Budget
Gov. Tom Wolf delivered his annual budget address yesterday – and the University of Pennsylvania’s veterinary program isn’t too happy with it.
It’s Official: Joe Biden Is a Penn Professor
Joe Biden is now a Penn professor. Penn officially announced on Tuesday what had been reported and rumored and talked about on an open mic […]
Amy Gutmann Is Brilliant, Boring, Inclusive, Safe, Distant, Warm, and Able to Stand on Her Head.
One afternoon in early December, Amy Gutmann, dressed in a puffy blue coat, exits her office and traverses Locust Walk to her next appointment, a […]
Penn Picks Cory Booker for 2017 Commencement Speech
New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker will speak at the 2017 commencement ceremony for the University of Pennsylvania, the university announced today.