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Articles by Elizabeth Gormisky
Car catches on fire near Radian
A car was on fire outside of the Radian on Walnut Street tonight at about 6:15 p.m. The Philadelphia Fire Department put out the flames about 20 minutes later. No one was injured.
Lessons from past shape future expansion
Administrators see Penn growing upwards in addition to outwards and are eager to avoid repeating the negative consequences of Penn's westward expansion during the 1960s.
Penn works to engage with area
The turning point for Penn’s relationship with its neighbors was the merger of existing programs into the Netter Center for Community Partnerships in 1992. Still, some tension endures.
Expansion contributed to West Philadelphia tensions
The University's master plan for post-World War II expansion has been a source of historic tension with the surrounding community.
Penn explores more involvement in India
As Penn seeks to increase its presence abroad, India has emerged as a growing frontier for global partnerships.
Penn's admit stats reflect national trends
A survey found that admissions trends remain stable, with slight changes from more applications and the economy.
Bill may cut 'swipe' fees for schools
A new law cuts the fees Penn pays when students make campus purchases or pay tuition with credit cards.
Penn sees rise in aided students
The number of students receiving financial aid awards increased by 8 to 9 percent this year.
Penn gets top rank for outreach
Penn has been ranked as a number one “Best Neighbor” college in the country for its outreach to the West Philadelphia community.
HUP settles with Ryan family
HUP and the family of Anne Ryan, a then-College sophomore who died of meningitis in 2007, agreed to settle a lawsuit brought by the family alleging malpractice during Ryan’s treatment.