Young People, You Can Do Well and Do Good

Being young is hard these days. That’s why a longtime university president recommends a life in public service.

By Elaine Maimon
Guest Commentary

Penn, Do the Right Thing on Diversity

The Philadelphia City Councilmember (and alumna) who represents the district where University of Pennsylvania resides urges the Ivy to make DEI an ethical and core operating principle

By Jamie R. Gauthier

The PPD Enrolls at Penn

A new master’s program will train members of the Philadelphia Police Department to become better managers and to innovate department-wide problem solving

By Courtney DuChene

Rebuilding Philadelphia, One Block at a Time

A nonprofit that recruits volunteers to repair homes is strengthening the physical, social, and economic infrastructure of Philly’s neighborhoods

By Malcolm Burnley

My School Votes …

… thanks, in large part, to the work of the high school winner of Vote That Jawn’s Erinda Sheno Memorial Prize essay contest.

By Miran Andriyevsky

Rethinking the Worst Phrase in History

The college winner of Vote That Jawn’s first Erinda Sheno Memorial Prize wants us to act now in the way we want history to remember us

By Olivia Loudon

Students, Direct Your Ire Where It Belongs

A longtime university president points to the real threat that needs protesting

By Elaine Maimon

“We’re Under Attack”

The Trump administration wants to freeze federal funds that support the important work of universities. A longtime college president explains why that’s dangerous — and what we can do about it

By Elaine Maimon

Is There Such A Thing As Accountable AI?

Wharton’s latest foray into studying Artificial Intelligence looks at the regulatory, ethical and governmental considerations of these technologies

By Malcolm Burnley
Citizens of the Week

Team IMPACT Philly

Harnessing the talent, teamwork and spirit of our college athletes, the Philly arm of the national nonprofit brings joy to kids with life-altering conditions — and respite to their caregivers

By Jessica Blatt Press