The SAT and other standardized tests are not perfect, but they are the only way to ensure anything close to fairness in college admissions.
“Sweatergate”: Class Board 2026 faces backlash after initial P-Sweater distribution
Penn’s Class Board 2026 is under fire after distributing Gildan sweaters in place of the promised Champion-branded P-Sweaters. Photo Credit: Reagan Reese By Reagan Reese A slew of backlash from members of Penn’s Class of 2026 was released on the anonymous social media platform, Sidechat, yesterday following the first round…
Appointment of new Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences announced
Mark Trodden, PhD is appointed as the Dean of the Penn School of Arts and Sciences. Photo Credit: Penn Arts & Sciences and Penn Facilities By Sarah Mester University President Larry Jameson announced on March 15 that Mark Trodden, PhD would serve as the next Dean of the School of…
Abraham Franchetti | 29 tips for the Wharton class of 2029
Franchetti’s Facts | How to succeed in Penn’s fast paced business scene. Photo Credit: Luke Baber By Abraham Franchetti Like most freshmen, I wasn’t really sure what to expect from Wharton or how to best set myself up for success. Stumbling through the first few months eventually gave way to…
The talk about talking; Penn’s discussion of “free speech”
Despite national attention on the challenge of free speech in the Ivy League, Penn’s public debate on expression has demonstrated that students, faculty, and administrators continue to grapple with their words.
Abraham Franchetti | President Jameson, don’t let the AAUP interfere with this campus.
The AAUP’s double standards between antisemitism and racism reveal their hypocrisy, and why President Jameson should stick by his statement.
Morgan Zinn | You missed the mark, Mr. President.
The legitimacy of commentary should not be dependent on how controversial or offensive it’s content.
Jacob Rosenberg | The danger of the categorization crutch
Our reliance on categories to describe our feelings may be politically convenient but is it honest?
Ireland Gorecki | ‘I Knew You Were Trouble,’ Travis Kelce.
With 2024 ballots in sight, it’s no surprise that this captivating relationship has garnered the attention of eager female voters—but will it change the voting habits of men too? Travis Kelce is granting a particular demographic of male voters a reason to vote blue.
Lexi Boccuzzi | ‘Call It What You Want,’ but Swifties will win the culture war
Rather than focus on Taylor Swift’s partisan affiliation, conservatives should take note of the way her lifestyle and fan base may be the key to winning the culture war.
Emma McClure | Has this generation gone too soft?
As society is pushing acceptance and redefining bullying beyond its logical bounds, socialization has taken a hit.
Thomas Sharrock | Why the ‘Snowflake Generation’ isn’t weak
Adversity has characterized the past of many successful people, leading some to believe that minor forms of bullying can be “character-building” for young people. But this perspective is warped and misguided. A tougher line on bullying is not only compassionate but may even save lives.
Lexi Boccuzzi | Why I resigned from The Daily Pennsylvanian.
It is with an eye to the future that I, therefore, resign from The Daily Pennsylvanian. I hope that the introduction of journalistic competition to campus will help us all recommit ourselves to the honest pursuit of the truth.