2008 Woodie Awards
Rows of desks, stacks of books and middle-aged librarians insisting on quiet: The image of a library is not necessarily the most appealing.
But Penn Libraries, the University's umbrella group for all 15 libraries at Penn, may have a solution.
Launched at the end of October, Learn to Fish - the official name of a new Penn Libraries campaign - features quirky photographs of students in an assortment of costumes, ranging from preppy attire to a military uniform.
Nursing faculty, staff and students gathered with outside guests in the auditorium of Claire Fagin Hall yesterday to celebrate the official launch of the NewCourtland Center for Transitions and Health and the landmark $5 million gift from the NewCourtland Elder Services.
Think you know which musicians should come to Penn? Speak up.
The Social Planning and Events Committee released its fourth annual Student Body Survey today in an attempt to gather opinions and recommendations for future mainstream events, like the Spring Fling headliner concert.
PoliComm panel: Clinton winner of debate
Annenberg political communications journal hosts discussion of Tuesday's debate
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Hillary Clinton was declared the "winner" of Tuesday's Democratic debate at Drexel University, but are her opponents strengthening their opposition?
This was one of the hot topics discussed at "The Democratic Presidential Candidate Debate: Who Really Won?" hosted by PoliComm, Annenberg's political communications research journal, yesterday at the Annenberg School of Communications.
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Family contests gift to Princeton
Donors may keep more careful watch on how universities are using their money
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Sometimes, it's not very good to give, or to receive.
Princeton University is in the midst of a contentious legal dispute with a former donor's family concerning a gift now worth almost $900 million.
The lawsuit, which was sent to trial last week, could potentially have an impact that reaches past Princeton's wallet, ultimately affecting donor-university relations nationwide.
Donors may keep more careful watch on how universities are using their money
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Student Murder Trial: 'Conscientious' jury still deliberating
Former defense attorney speculates that third trial will end with another hung jury
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WILMINGTON, DEL. - The third jury to decide the fate of accused murderer Irina Malinovskaya has now deliberated longer than both past juries, neither of which was able to reach a verdict.
Malinovskaya allegedly bludgeoned to death her ex-lover's girlfriend in December 2004.
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Despite mountains of candy, some say party not so sweet
Costume-less President leaves unthemed Halloween party halfway through festivities
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Despite tables of chocolate mousse and gallons of apple cider, last night's fourth-annual Halloween party was a letdown for some students.
The event, hosted by Penn President Amy Gutmann, was the first to be held at Wynn Commons instead of the President's House at 38th and Walnut streets.
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Learnin' how to 'Crank Dat'
Rapper Soulja Boy's hit is sweeping students with Macarena-like proportions
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The dance floor at Smokey Joe's is packed on a recent Saturday night when the song comes on.
"YOOOOOOUUUUU!"
As soon as the crowd recognizes it, hoots and squeals rise throughout the bar.
"Ayy, I got this new dance fo y'all called the Soulja Boy. You gotta punch den crank back three times from left to right."
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A robbery was attempted at the Wachovia Bank located in the Domus apartment complex yesterday morning, Division of Public Safety and Federal Bureau of Investigation officials said.
No money was taken and no injuries occurred.
Two heads are better than one.
The UA and GAPSA have worked together on several projects this semester, a stark change for two organizations that previously attacked student problems with separate agendas.
UA chairman Jason Karsh and GAPSA chairman Dan Grabell have been the main force behind the newfound collaboration.
