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Features

Reconnecting with Roots in Penn’s Less Commonly Taught Language Classes

For students in languages from Quechua to Tamil, small language courses allow them to celebrate and explore their heritage.

by MEERABELLE JESUTHASAN

Caution vs. Revolution: The Divide on Climate Change

Students are upping the pressure, but Penn's administration is still reluctant to pursue bold action.

by KATRINA JANCO

Facing the Music with Penn's Resident String Quartet

The Daedalus Quartet has wowed audiences from Rodin lounges to Carnegie Hall.

by SHINYOUNG HAILEY NOH

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Inside Penn Glee Club’s World Tour

9 Performances. 6 Collaborations. 5 Cities. 1 International Tour.

by LYNN AHRENS

Penn’s Underground Poker Scene Is Not All About the Money

A Glimpse Into Penn's 'Anti–Gambling Gambling Club'

by ZOE YOUNG

'We hacked the fruit'—Meet This Year's Winners of the President's Innovation Prize

Katherine Sizov and Malika Shukurova plan to eliminate food loss and and encourage consumption—here's the science behind it all.

by SONALI DELIWALA

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Word on the Street

I Went Back to High School, and It Felt Like I Was Still at Penn

Penn Face and unhealthy competition start way before most of us step foot on campus.

by CHELSEY ZHU

Ghosted by Goat Boy

What do you do when a dreamy Tinder date suddenly stops replying?

by CLAIRE PINCE

Coming Out Into the Closet

Sometimes the lack of a label is more freeing.

by LAKEISHA HENLEY

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Film & TV

Spider-Man: Far From Home Is a Good Movie Limited by Its Own Universe

A solid Spidey film that buckles under the weight of the MCU.

by JESSICA BAO

Season Eight of MTV’s “Are You The One?” is Sexy, Progressive, and Definitely Binge–Worthy

Season eight's sexually fluid cast means that anyone can love anyone—and drama will definitely ensue.

by SOPHIA SCHULZ-RUSNACKO

How HBO's "Euphoria" is Changing Television

A look at the show's use of controversiality for authenticity.

by MEHEK BOPARAI

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Music

New York City Center’s “Working: A Musical” Gives Voice to America’s Hidden Heroes

The limited edition musical profiles a school teacher, a waitress, and a housewife with the care of a New York Times profile.

by BEATRICE FORMAN

Lil Nas X's New EP Suggests that Country Trap is Just the Beginning

This isn't Lil Nas X's first rodeo, it's his second.

by JULIA DAVIES

We Went to Firefly, And You Should Too

A guide to the three–day weekend packed with performances and camping life–hacks.

by MEHEK BOPARAI

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Arts

For PennDesign's Newest Exhibit, Follow The Bees

These artists want you to think about climate change.

by KARIN HANANEL

Four Must–See Art Exhibitions In Philadelphia this Summer

Four Must–See Art Exhibitions In Philadelphia this Summer

by JULIA DAVIES

"A Visit from the Goon Squad": What Jennifer Egan's Book Taught Me About The Twists and Turns Of Time

Pulitzer prize winner and Upenn graduate Jennifer Egan's book tracks development, histories, and interconnectedness through time.

by KATIE FARRELL

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Style

Soak Up Summer With These Philly–Based Water Activities

Philadelphia may not be a tropical island, but that doesn’t mean you don’t deserve some sunshine and saltwater.

by DIYA SETHI

How to Get Into Fitness for Beginners

Exercise doesn’t have to be intimidating.

by CHELSEY ZHU

Best Vegetarian–Friendly Summer Eats in Philadelphia

More reasons to go meatless.

by JULIA DAVIES

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Overheards

Overheards 05.01.2019

NJB: "Is giving head Kosher for Passover?"

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Overheards 4.10.2019

Lost Narc: "Are drugs like acid and stuff like that illegal?"

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Overheards 4.03.2019

The Other Woman: “My boyfriend has a girlfriend … it’s fine.”

by 34TH STREET MAGAZINE

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ARTICLES

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This Year's Cannes Film Festival, As Told by a Penn Student

Cannes you dig it?
June 11, 2018 at 8:41 pm

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Street Style: Turning Heads at Huntsman Hall

Erik Ekstrom, Sahitya Mandalapu, and Peter Nwaoba dressed for success.
April 18, 2018 at 9:00 am

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Street Style: Trendsetting by The Tampons

This week, bomber jackets are in and winter jackets are out; its almost Spring time, baby.
April 4, 2018 at 9:00 am

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Street Style: Meet 3 Trendsetters from Locust Walk

Penn students are serving looks, it's time you step up your game. Here's how.
March 23, 2018 at 9:37 am

Music

Five Ivy League Bands That Aren't Vampire Weekend

A heated battle of the bands that started in dorm rooms.
March 13, 2018 at 9:00 am

Music

The Devolution of Justin Timberlake

Why JT's Super Bowl 52 halftime show left us crying a river.
February 19, 2018 at 9:28 am

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