Philly music legend Kenn Kweder celebrates 30 years charming the crowd at Smokey Joe’s
Tuesday nights are special at the Penn institution.
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Penn protest supporting Mackenzie Fierceton draws crowds demanding an apology and better student protections
“It is never okay to punish a survivor for what they’ve experienced,” said one speaker at the rally.
Penn releases hold on master’s degree for student at center of controversy over university mistreatment of trauma victims
There’s a campus rally in support of Mackenzie Fierceton set for Wednesday morning.
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Philly’s top 10 moments in March Madness history
The buzzer-beaters, the Cinderella runs, the record-setting wins.
How much does it cost to attend college in Philadelphia? From Penn to Temple, there’s a big range
Despite high price tags and big endowments, private universities don't pay property taxes in the city.
Penn’s Lia Thomas wins 3 events and sets 5 records at Ivies on her way to the NCAA championships
Despite “all the world talking about her,” the trans swimmer performed under pressure in front of a supportive crowd.
Penn swimmer Lia Thomas cleared to compete in NCAA Championships after rule change on trans athletes
“It's unfortunate that she is under this incredible microscope,” said a researcher about the flurry of debate over Thomas’ participation.
Penn senior Mehek Boparai reps Philadelphia on College Jeopardy this week
The English major, who fell hard for the show during the pandemic, could hardly believe she made it on.
Philly colleges are starting to require boosters and double-masking for the spring semester
Most COVID regulations apply to students, faculty and staff, but specifics vary by school.
Desmond Tutu’s 1986 Philadelphia speech and the U.S. Anti-Apartheid Act
The famed South African activist died Sunday after decades of speaking out against injustice.
McDonald’s are closing across Philly’s downtown, but the one in University City could make a return
What's replacing all these fast-food joints?
COVID cases are up on Philly’s college campuses, and universities are starting to react
Many schools force you to toggle between several pages to get an accurate picture of the situation.
Here’s what Philly experts say you can do to actually combat climate change
First step: Don’t give up!
Three decades ago, Philly’s medical examiner sent 26 human brains to a Penn professor without consent
Despite vows to implement new policies, little appears to have been reformed.
UPenn president Amy Gutmann is Biden’s pick for ambassador to Germany
Her 15-year tenure at the West Philly university hasn’t been without controversy.
Don’t regret it! ‘Philly Vax Sweepstakes’ offers $50,000 prizes — but only if you’re vaccinated
Three drawings pulls from all city residents, whether you got the vaccine last winter, or just last week.
UPenn hires lawyer who led 1985 MOVE commission to investigate handling of remains
Carl E. Singley works at Tucker Law Group, considered the region’s largest Black-owned firm.
MOVE members mourn their children’s lives as Penn Museum apologizes for storing remains
University administrators now say they want to “reunite” the remains with their family — but it’s still unclear where they are.
Students at Penn and Princeton are horrified over mistreatment of MOVE children’s remains
University researchers were cavalier about studying the bones of Delisha and Tree Africa, and there’s still no clarity on where they currently are.
Remains of children killed in MOVE bombing sat in a box at Penn Museum for decades
Where are they now, and who is responsible for them? No one seems to know.