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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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Ego

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

Movies @ The Mann: A Summer With Music and Movie Magic

Enjoy a live orchestra accompanying your favorite films.

by JESSICA BAO

'Midsommar' and the Rise of Folk Horror

After 'Hereditary,' all eyes are on Ari Aster to see if he can do it again—this time with a different sub–genre.

by SOPHIA SCHULZ-RUSNACKO

'Everybody Knows' Is a Poignant and Relevant Family Drama

A worthwhile glimpse into Spain's present feudalistic hierarchy.

by ANA HALLMAN

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Music

Movies @ The Mann: A Summer With Music and Movie Magic

Enjoy a live orchestra accompanying your favorite films.

by JESSICA BAO

Lion Babe Roars at the World Cafe Live

The soulful duo breathes new life into bedroom pop on their latest tour.

by JULIA DAVIES

Why We Need The Summer Playlist

How we use a collection of songs to soundtrack our warmest memories.

by MEHEK BOPARAI

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Arts

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

Introducing Anne Ishii: Translator and Editor of Gay Erotic Manga

On breaking boundaries in the literary industry, being the executive director of Philly's Asian Arts Initiative, and bringing niche art to the mainstream

by JOSEPHINE CHENG

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Style

Don't Miss the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival

It's Lit.

by LYNN AHRENS

A Treat for Any Mood: DIY Popsicles

Cool off this sweaty summer with these homemade sweet, refreshing popsicles.

by DIYA SETHI

My Uncle Uses Nair, and Now I Do Too

Advertising and gender constructs can't and shouldn't interfere with my personal desires.

by RYAN MCLAUGHLIN

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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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The Letters I've Started to Send

A sample of letters I've written to my friends, colleagues, and mentors about how Penn impacts us all
April 2, 2019 at 8:50 pm

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