Trump announced the nomination on social media amid pressure from Congress to name a permanent replacement for Tulsi Gabbard, who resigned last month.
The announcement stated that the change is “part of the School’s ongoing efforts to strengthen and unify the Penn Engineering brand.”
The layoffs, which were completed June 2, mark the latest step taken by Penn to address financial uncertainty as a result of federal policies.
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The daylong event featured a keynote presentation from pediatrics professor emeritus Stanley Plotkin, as well as speakers from several other universities and medical institutions representing a range of pediatric specialties.
Neurology professor and former DEI head Roy Hamilton emphasized “effectiveness and legitimacy” when approaching the role and leading Penn’s diverse standing faculty body.
Penn law clinic files brief challenging slavery exhibit removal at Independence Park
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Moukthikadevi Kanakala
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2 days ago
The dismantling began in January by the order of 1968 Wharton graduate and President Donald Trump and was paused due to a district court’s preliminary injunction in February.
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Penn prepares America 250 programming centered on civic dialogue, higher education
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Luke Petersen
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May 31, 2026
The DP compiled a summary of the events shaping the celebration of the nation’s semiquincentennial.
Federal assistance can help communities struggling with extreme heat, Penn experts find
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Mariacristina Calcagno
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May 31, 2026
They told the DP that expanding cooling assistance is a viable solution to alleviate financial burden and improve health outcomes.
Penn alum Chris Rabb’s primary win could redefine Philadelphia politics, experts say
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Isha Chitirala
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May 27, 2026
Following the May 19 primary election, Penn professors and progressive organizers told The Daily Pennsylvanian that Rabb’s win signals a shift in the city’s Democratic Party politics.
The site is currently a parking lot located between Amy Gutmann Hall and The Study at University City, a hotel.
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Over 700 Penn research associates, postdocs sign petition supporting international workers
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Ananya Karthik
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June 5, 2026
The June 3 demonstration was organized ahead of RAPUP’s bargaining session with the University next week.
The layoffs, which were completed June 2, mark the latest step taken by Penn to address financial uncertainty as a result of federal policies.
Penn student groups push for changes to draft open expression guidelines as feedback period closes
By
James Wan
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May 31, 2026
The online form closed Friday night — an 11-day extension, granted after community members voiced concerns that the window for comments was too short.
Penn establishes consolidated Center for Civil Rights
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Lavanya Mani
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June 3, 2026
According to the June 3 announcement, CCR “reflects Penn’s deep commitment to fairness, respect, and institutional trust.”
Penn student lands Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia for educational gaming startup
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Laura Gao
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June 8, 2026
Since he cofounded the company in 2022, its games have reached over 25,000 students across Southeast Asia, according to Forbes.
Penn GSE appoints inaugural associate dean for community, climate after eliminating DEI role
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Alice Allsopp
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June 7, 2026
In a statement to the DP, Remillard wrote that she seeks to foster a supportive environment and improve teaching quality in the new role.
Penn Medicine Doylestown Health taps new CEO
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Arti Jain
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June 7, 2026
Craig Gronczewski, who previously worked at Penn Medicine Princeton Health, became CEO on June 1 after being named last month.
Over 700 Penn research associates, postdocs sign petition supporting international workers
By
Ananya Karthik
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June 5, 2026
The June 3 demonstration was organized ahead of RAPUP’s bargaining session with the University next week.
Penn Vet launches AI-powered livestock behavior lab
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Leon Wang
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June 4, 2026
The Data, Analytics, and Technology for AI in Livestock Animal Behavior opened at Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center on May 20.
Penn Dental graduating class recognizes faculty, staff with academic impact awards
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Qaira Saldivar
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June 4, 2026
The awards highlighted six individuals and were presented during a senior farewell celebration.
Coxswain Hailey Kim has learned to trust herself
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Hannah Chang
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1 day ago
From Jeju Island to the Schuylkill and beyond, the 2026 Engineering graduate takes it all in stride.
Penn lightweight rowing secures historic V4+ finish, heavyweight grabs 10th at IRA nationals
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Luke Petersen
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June 5, 2026
Solid finishes across the board for lightweight crews secured Penn a tied third place finish as a team.
Former Penn men’s basketball guard Dylan Williams commits to Northwestern
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Javier St. Remy
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June 2, 2026
The 2026 College graduate is taking his talents to the Big Ten.
A plan for a return to Division I hockey was scrapped due to funding uncertainties.
Four national qualifiers for Penn track and field at NCAA East Regionals
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Javier St. Remy
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May 31, 2026
NCAA East Regionals saw personal bests and heartbreak for the Quakers.
Quakers score titles, break records at Ivy League Heptagonal Outdoor Championships
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Ellie Clark
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May 24, 2026
Ten student-athletes took home Ivy League titles for the Red and Blue.
Columnists Mariana Martinez and Beatriz Báez discuss the disconnect between many Penn students’ obsession with Latine culture and their limited understanding of the realities shaping Latin America.
Weed-out classes kill curiosity
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Zoe Mackey
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May 24, 2026
Columnist Zoe Mackey explores the meaning of u201cweed-outu201d classes and their negative impact on studentsu2019 genuine passion for the subjects they pursue.
The Penn complex
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Gloria Oladejo
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May 18, 2026
Columnist Gloria Oladejo explores how Penn’s culture fosters a sense of superiority among its students — and calls on them to confront the consequences.
The Graduation Issue 2026: Columns from the DP’s graduating seniors
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Ingrid Holmquist
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May 12, 2026
The Daily Pennsylvanian's graduating seniors look back on their successes, setbacks, and all the moments that defined their time at Penn.
Ben Binday | Stepping off the treadmill
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Ben Binday
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May 12, 2026
Former News Editor Ben Binday reflects on his time at the DP.
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Penn knew Apple’s next CEO long before the world did
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Advita Mundhra
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April 30, 2026
As he prepares to take the helm of one of the world’s largest corporations, Ternus’ former classmates, teammates, and mentors say the traits defining his career have been visible for decades.
As the University prepares to gather input on its draft through listening sessions this week, students and faculty raised concerns about the revised role and structure of the Committee on Open Expression.
‘Nobody wanted this’: Wharton STEP, Cohorts leaders criticize decision to merge programs
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Arti Jain
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April 21, 2026
The Wharton School announced in February that Wharton Cohorts and the Successful Transition and Empowerment Program will be housed under a singular banner.
