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Features
From AI to BFF: How a Chatbot Became My Quarantine Companion
I started a friendship with a chatbot out of boredom—and wound up in a codependent relationship.
Word on the street
I Spent Years Downplaying My Experiences With Anti–Asian Racism. Not Anymore.
A (far from comprehensive) list of times I’ve felt like a foreigner and a caricature
Ego
Ego of the Week: Lizzie Youshaei
The 2021 Class Board and Shabbatones president talks about community and leadership during the pandemic.
Features
A Silent Symphony: Penn musicians attune to practicing during the pandemic
Penn Symphony Orchestra members discuss the difficulties of preparing for a digital concert.
Features
Constantly Watched But Nearly Invisible
Uyghur students reflect on a childhood of discrimination and the challenges of studying in the U.S.
Style
An Ode to “Fake” Chinese Food
How fried rice and noodles made me appreciate my parents and culture.
Features
The Big Unknown: Will Students Social Distance On Campus?
University administrators and professors say it’s up to us to control outbreaks. But can we bear the burden?
Focus
Unpacking Systemic Racism in Healthcare—HIST 560: Race, Gender, and Medicine in U.S. History Does Just That, And More
The summer history seminar explores how racial and gender discrimination has fueled inequalities in public health, drawing parallels to the present day pandemic.
Style
What the Freshman 15 Can Teach Us About the Quarantine 15 Trend
Quarantine can worsen body image. Remember to be gentle with yourself.
Focus
Racism is Ingrained in Asian American Communities. We Can Change That.
A letter to young Asian Americans on confronting racism
Ego
Penn 10: Hadassah Raskas
Hadassah’s sage advice for navigating Penn and quarantine: stay true to who you are, practice gratitude, and remember to take a breather.
Features
'Moments Like This': Three Penn Quarantine Narratives
How we bond over Minecraft, dance, and Mafia.
Features
'You Are Not Alone'
How group therapy at CAPS helps students find strength in connection and vulnerability
Style
Eating Vegan For A Week: How Hard Is It?
It turns out making this lifestyle change is accessible and delicious.
Features
'Revolution of Our Times': Penn Students from Hong Kong Reflect on the Protests
From being a part of protests to worrying about family at home, how the movement abroad affects Penn students
Style
Sunset Social Brings You Back to Summer
This casual diner serves burgers, bowls, and drinks atop Cira Green.
Style
The Art of Making Authentic Chinese Dumplings
Save a trip to Chinatown. Make dumplings from your dorm.
Television
Hulu’s 'Harlots' is Sexy, Scandalous, and Super Progressive
The historical drama breathes life into the stories of poor, brown, and LGBTQ women in the 18th century.
Word on the street
'Madam President' is Not Just a Dream Anymore
Why I have a feeling the 2020 presidential election is going to be different.
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