The Daily Pennsylvanian

The Daily Pennsylvanian The Daily Pennsylvanian is the independent student news organization of the University of Pennsylvania.
(226)

First published in 1885, under the name The Pennsylvanian, the DP is perennially recognized as one of the top college news organizations in the country. The paper has been published daily since 1894 (except from May 1943 to November 1945, when it was not published because of World War II). In 1962, the DP broke away from the student government and became independent. At the same time, the paper me

rged with the Pennsylvania News, the university's women's newspaper. In 1984, The Daily Pennsylvanian became a corporation, formally completing the separation of any editorial or financial control by the University of Pennsylvania.

Penn’s Office of Postdoctoral Affairs recently announced its 2025-26 cohort of Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellows.
09/09/2025

Penn’s Office of Postdoctoral Affairs recently announced its 2025-26 cohort of Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellows.

This year’s cohort will conduct research across Penn’s School of Arts and Sciences, the Perelman School of Medicine, and the School of Engineering and Applied Science.

Wharton reinstated its chapter of Delta Sigma Pi business fraternity as a University-affiliated student organization fo...
09/09/2025

Wharton reinstated its chapter of Delta Sigma Pi business fraternity as a University-affiliated student organization following an 18-month suspension.

The disciplinary measure was enforced after an investigation found that DSP members were responsible for posting “Missing Cow” flyers across Penn’s campus in November 2023.

Penn is projected to spend record amounts on federal lobbying in the 2025 fiscal year, according to The Daily Pennsylvan...
09/09/2025

Penn is projected to spend record amounts on federal lobbying in the 2025 fiscal year, according to The Daily Pennsylvanian's analysis of financial disclosure documents.

The increased spending comes after the University’s federal funding — which amounts to over $1 billion annually — was threatened several times by the Trump administration this past year.  

As Penn celebrates its 285th anniversary, The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with scholars to understand the extent of Benjam...
09/09/2025

As Penn celebrates its 285th anniversary, The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with scholars to understand the extent of Benjamin Franklin’s involvement in the University and how his vision has shaped its legacy.

Archivists, historians, and faculty members spoke to the principles that have endured since Penn's inception in the mid-18th century, and the conflicting narratives surrounding the University's educational ethos. 

As student groups begin welcoming new members for the 2025-26 academic year, the Wharton School has implemented new guid...
09/08/2025

As student groups begin welcoming new members for the 2025-26 academic year, the Wharton School has implemented new guidelines for affiliated clubs’ recruitment processes — including a ban on multiple rounds of interviews.

The update will change the recruitment process for student organizations officially recognized by the University, which has previously been criticized as overly competitive. 

Penn released demographic data for the Class of 2029 on Saturday, revealing an increase in the percentage of students fr...
09/08/2025

Penn released demographic data for the Class of 2029 on Saturday, revealing an increase in the percentage of students from historically underrepresented groups in higher education.

Twenty-one percent of the Class of 2029 are first-generation students, and 24% are from historically underrepresented backgrounds in higher education, as opposed to 19% and 23% in the Class of 2028, respectively. 

Philadelphia community members and healthcare workers gathered on Saturday in Grays Ferry to protest the Children’s Hosp...
09/08/2025

Philadelphia community members and healthcare workers gathered on Saturday in Grays Ferry to protest the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s plan to build a 1,005-vehicle garage for employee parking.

The University of Pennsylvania's independent student news organization.

Hundreds of demonstrators marched through Penn’s campus on Saturday in protest of actions taken by the federal governmen...
09/08/2025

Hundreds of demonstrators marched through Penn’s campus on Saturday in protest of actions taken by the federal government during 1968 Wharton graduate and President Donald Trump’s second administration.

The University of Pennsylvania's independent student news organization.

SEPTA plans to restore service on Sept. 14 by using funds originally intended for capital projects, pending approval fro...
09/08/2025

SEPTA plans to restore service on Sept. 14 by using funds originally intended for capital projects, pending approval from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

The University of Pennsylvania's independent student news organization.

Penn Physics professor Charles Kane was awarded the 2025 Lorentz Medal for his research in quantum physics on Wednesday.
09/05/2025

Penn Physics professor Charles Kane was awarded the 2025 Lorentz Medal for his research in quantum physics on Wednesday.

The Lorentz Medal, awarded every four years by the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences, is the Netherlands' highest honor in the field of theoretical physics. 

Opinion | Columnist Francesco Salamone argues that we are overly attached to our thoughts and that observing without ide...
09/05/2025

Opinion | Columnist Francesco Salamone argues that we are overly attached to our thoughts and that observing without identifying with them is a solution to Penn's mess.

Columnist Francesco Salamone argues we are overly attached to our thoughts and that observing without identifying with them is a solution to Penn's mess.

The Penn Climate seminar series hosted its inaugural event yesterday, featuring Ali Zaidi, School of Engineering and App...
09/05/2025

The Penn Climate seminar series hosted its inaugural event yesterday, featuring Ali Zaidi, School of Engineering and Applied Science professor and former White House national climate advisor.

The seminar focused on the implications of AI on the energy and sustainability investment landscape.

Address

Philadelphia, PA

Telephone

(215) 422-4640

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Daily Pennsylvanian posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to The Daily Pennsylvanian:

Shortcuts

Share

Category