Profile
Ego of the Week: Luis Leme
Whether he’s in the recording room or his research lab, this senior finds the time to balance his passions for music and medicine.
‘The Future of Presidential Elections Is on the Line Right Now in Pennsylvania’
Inside the Student Push for Gubernatorial Candidate Josh Shapiro
Singer, Songwriter, and Penn Student: @injimusic
Meet the TikTok star (and student) who’s gone viral with her songs “GASLIGHT” and “MADELINE.”
Ego of the Week: Joel Olujide
Three years after his last conversation with 34th Street, this student chef still hasn't slowed down.
Chef Kurt Evans Is Fighting for Criminal Justice Reform—One Dinner at a Time
As a chef–organizer–entrepreneur, Evans highlights the stories of incarcerated individuals through food, storytelling, and—most importantly—empathy.
For Doc Pickle, Pickling Is More than A Science. It’s a Labor of Love.
Originating 50 years ago in a basement, this third–generation pickle company has perfected their art and gained a cult Philly following in the process.
To Alaska and Beyond
James Chang is reinventing the idea of a post–undergraduate gap year.
Pace & Blossom is More than Just Another West & Down
Meet the cast of kooky characters who staff the new University City nightclub.
Helen Gym on the Power of Voice and Perseverance
How this progressive councilwoman at–large puts Philadelphians first
Ego of the Week: Justin Acheampong
Meet the senior making Penn a better place and looking good while doing it.
Where Singer–Songwriter Meets Popstar: A Conversation with Ella Jane
Ella loves Lorde and Taylor Swift—just like most of her fans—but her songs can actually stand among the best her idols have written.
The World According to John Shahidi
The combination magazine, coffee, and tobacco shop Avril 50 has stood the test of time—by staying frozen in it.
'The Big Change’: Inside the Fight to Save the UC Townhomes
A vibrant, joyful community of nearly 70 households make up the University City Townhomes—but this community stands to lose everything it loves in the face of eviction.
Yune Kim Finds the Purpose of Career Within Art
Her playfulness and wonder seeps through every aspect of her art—whether it be textbook illustrations or bunny bucket hats.
Let’s Get Disoriented
Rising junior Megha Neelapu discusses the Disorientation Guide and its deep roots in community advocacy.
From Penn to Camp Counseling to Climate Consulting, Rachel Zaff is Always on to the Next Adventure
No matter the country, this recent graduate is ready to take the leap.
Penn 10: Ari Bortman
This engineer and climate activist has mastered the art of growing your knowledge without growing up.
Penn 10: Sam Pancoe
Sam’s proudest achievement—helping communities feel like themselves; their biggest shame—knowing too much about funding at Penn, like, way too much.
Penn 10: Serena Gandhi
Things Serena loves: her grandma, Pottruck, farmers’ markets, and choosing herself above all else.



















