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Life in a Democratic Blackout
Burmese students reflect on the military coup that is fundamentally changing their country and their lives.
Long Division: How COVID–19 Exacerbates the Digital Divide in Public Schools
Chronically underfunded, the School District of Philadelphia has long struggled to engage students. Now, teachers are feeling it the most.
The Year We Learned to Grieve
Loss is hard. It’s even harder in the midst of a pandemic.
Stressed, Stuck, and Stifled: Penn’s Class of 2025 Talks Applying in a Virtual World
Applying to college has never been easy. But it’s never been harder than it is now.
Why Did Pennsylvania Flip Blue?
Pennsylvania likely decided the 2020 presidential election. But the deciding factors weren’t what you think.
Bridging the Discipline Divide
I’m a pre–med studying English. That’s not a contradiction.
TTYL, XOXO: Street’s Quarantined Love Issue
From Zoom dates to long walks around our blocks, here’s how Penn found love under lockdown.
It’s Not You, It’s COVID–19: Finding and Losing Love in Quarantine
Penn couples and professors on the challenges of keeping love alive during the pandemic
Angelina Moles (@fiercefatfemme) on the Journey to Fat Liberation
Angelina discusses her experiences with medical fatphobia, eating disorders, and self–acceptance.
Lasting Scars: Albert Kligman and the Holmesburg Prison Experiments
Penn's most celebrated dermatologist experimented on incarcerated people. The University still hasn't owned up to his legacy.
Andre Brown Wants to Tell Philly’s Undiscovered Stories
The founder of 'Black Philadelphia Magazine' talks about pursuing journalism, celebrating Black success, and leaving a legacy for the city.
The Invisible Burden
As the tenure clock ticks, professors with children face the added pressure of child care now that COVID-19 has merged work and home life.
Forman to Lead Street Into a More Inclusive Future as Editor–in–Chief
The new Strexec will focus on coverage that amplifies voices of Penn’s marginalized communities.
On Becoming a Penn Student During COVID-19
How I found my Penn family amid a global pandemic
The Best Albums of 2020 (That You Probably Missed)
If you didn't miss these—congrats! You have Street–certified Good Taste™.
The Year of Apoliticism: How 2020 Has Made Apathy Easy
As 2020 finishes burning, we turn to Holden Caulfield to understand why it was so easy not to care.
Amira Chow: Activist of the Year
Learn how the Penn AAPI founder balances relaxation with radical change.
Rethinking Rush: Greek life adapts to a world with COVID-19
With remote events and the dangers of in-person gatherings, members are split on whether Greek life is worth it
Keeping the Magic Alive
Magic Carpet owners reflect on their time at Penn in the wake of COVID-19’s economic impact
