The Penn

05/08/2025

This summer, big changes are brewing at Starbucks located in the Crimson Café at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. The location will undergo a remodel and refresh, aiming to improve service speed, reduce wait times and enhance overall output capabilities.

New features will include an expanded pickup area to streamline order flow, mobile ordering through the official Starbucks app, new state-of-the-art brewers for improved beverage quality and the introduction of nitro cold brew to the menu.

The grand reopening of the IUP Dining facility is scheduled for the first day of the fall semester, Aug. 25.

This summer, big changes are brewing at Starbucks located in the Crimson Café at IUP. The location will undergo a remodel and refresh, aiming to improve service speed, reduce wait

05/07/2025

Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Career and Professional Development Center hosted the first-ever "Hawks Hired Hangout" to celebrate students landing jobs and internships. Free t-shirts, food and games brought students together to cheer on each other’s success.

The Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) hosted the first annual Hawks Hired Hangout to recognize and celebrate IUP students who have landed a job or internship for the summer.

05/07/2025

Blood donation shortages are impacting hospitals nationwide, and IUP campus leaders are stepping up. Representatives from the American Red Cross and Vitalant urged students to spread the word about the urgent need for young and African American donors.

Representatives from the American Red Cross and Vitalant Blood Donation hosted organization leaders on campus for an informative talk on the concerns and demand of blood donors.

05/07/2025

Indiana University of Pennsylvania's Oak Grove transformed into a colorful canvas for the annual Chalk the Walk, where students expressed their creativity and connected through art, music and community.

A burst of color took over the Oak Grove on April 30 as students gathered for IUP’s annual Chalk the Walk, turning the campus sidewalk into a vibrant canvas of

05/01/2025

In this week’s installment of Artistic Perspectives, we return to the third of four rotating categories: Live Performances. This collection focuses on the Design Showcase held by IUP’s Fashion Association and showcases multiple designs from various students. “What drew me to fashion was the feeling it gave me; there’s nothing like putting on an outfit that makes you feel good,” said Nyah Sacasa. “That confidence, that spark, made me want to create that same feeling for others while continuing to chase it myself.”

📸: (Lakyn Heming/The Penn)

04/29/2025

The 2025 Leadership Awards honored students, staff, faculty and student organizations who make campus better through service, courage and care. With 174 nominations and powerful moments of recognition, the night celebrated that impact comes in many forms.

Notably, The Penn was recognized with the 2025 Virginia Dickinson Student Organization of the Year Award.

This honor follows a milestone year for our student newspaper, which included the celebration of our 100th anniversary, the induction of the first all-female editorial board in the fall semester and several other notable accomplishments.

The 2025 Leadership Awards marked a record-setting year for nominations as IUP recognized students, faculty, staff members and student organizations at the annual award show held Thursday evening in Sutton

04/29/2025

During Static on Philly, IUP students explored downtown Indiana using STATIC dollars, making new connections and discovering all that Philadelphia Street has to offer. A small step off campus, a big step into the local community. 🏙️💬

IUP students and local businesses came together Saturday for STATIC on Philly, an event aimed at connecting the campus community with local businesses and encouraging students to explore Indiana beyond

04/28/2025

Last week, collaborated with to raise awareness for an important, stigmatized issue: sexual assault. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. At IUP, exhibits like these can help victims speak up and speak out; letting their voice be heard when it needs to be the most.

04/24/2025

Why are we okay not knowing what’s in our food? 👀

From dyes to preservatives, today’s ingredient lists look nothing like they did decades ago. This opinion piece explores the homemade movement, and why it matters. 🍞🥣

Editor's Note: Opinions expressed in editorials, op-eds or letters are not necessarily those of The Penn, the university, the Student Cooperative Association or the student body.

04/23/2025

This week’s Artistic Perspectives features the Indiana Community Garden has been home to sustainability education and to harvests that go to local food banks. This collection aims to show the beautiful environment the garden fosters.

View the full gallery at ThePenn.org

📸: (Renee Schaeffer/The Penn)

04/23/2025

Last week, students engaged in conversation with academic leadership during SGA’s biannual “Chat with the Deans.” The event fostered transparency, offered insight into university initiatives and encouraged dialogue on academic success and development.

In a biannual opportunity for open dialogue, students gathered Thursday night to engage directly with IUP’s academic leadership during the IUP Student Government Association’s (SGA) “Chat with the Deans” event.