Campus Life
Word on the street
Diary of a Former Pandemic Barista
Working at a coffee shop during COVID–19 helped me find connections to others.
by MEG GLADIEUX
Word on the street
I Tried to Solve Quarantine Loneliness With Hobbies. It Didn't Work.
Gardening, cooking, photography, and writing couldn’t replace the human connection I craved.
by SHEIL DESAI
Word on the street
How Quarantine Saved My Penn Career
When the pandemic started, I was applying to transfer out of Penn. Now, I’m glad I didn’t.
by JULIA ESPOSITO
Ego
Meet Matthew Shadbolt, Penn First Year and Head of Product at CNBC
This Class of '25 student and working professional couldn't stay away from learning.
by SHEIL DESAI
Ego
The Quaker Girls Keep the Spirit Alive at Penn Sports Games
This dance team tears up the turf at Franklin Field and heats up the hardwood at the Palestra.
by ANJALI KISHORE
Ego
Ego of the Week: Sam Kaufmann
Meet the senior who spends his free time tackling environmental issues and playing Friday night Mafia games.
by ALANA BESS
Ego
Meet Erin Brennan, Co–Founder of the Penn Screenwriters' Guild
This College junior writes scripts based on Hemingway poems and family dramas.
by SAYA DESAI
Word on the street
Searching for School Spirit
My journey to connect with Penn's community
by JOHN NYCZ
Letter
Letter from the Editor 11.14.2021
On Red (Taylor's Version), falling in love, and finding my redemption arc
by BEATRICE FORMAN
Ego
Andrew Mendoza Gives Fresh Fades and Friendship
Have no fear. Your next haircut is in good hands.
by ALANA BESS
Ego
Ego of the Week: Madison Woods
This Penn senior can be found on both the field and the stage, juggling her favorite activities.
by SAYA DESAI
Letter
Letter from the Editor 11.07.2021
On TikTok trends, Tweeting about Pete Davidson, and another bout of anxiety
by BEATRICE FORMAN
Word on the street
I've Never Had a Serious Relationship—And That's Okay
Before I could have cinematic moments with others, I had to experience them alone.
by MEHEK BOPARAI
Word on the street
Going Gray
I spent too much time on my phone. So I took drastic measures.
by RACHEL SWYM
Ego
Ego of the Week: JJ Kampf
Between engineering, music, and a sports analytics internship, Shabbatones co–president JJ Kampf keeps busy.
by ANJALI KISHORE
Ego
Who Oversees Protests on Campus? Meet the Open Expression Division of Student Affairs
This branch of administration works to protect free speech rights at Penn.
by ALANA BESS
Letter
Letter from the Editor 11.02.2021
On growing up, overscheduling, and intrusive silence
by BEATRICE FORMAN
Ego
Hurrah for the Red and Blue ... and Green? Penn Sustainability Keeps These Student Leaders Busy
Meet the students pushing to make Penn a more climate–friendly university.
by ANJALI KISHORE
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