Word on the Street
Word on the street
Janey Said Yes
How a 50–year–long romance changed my perspective on love
by PATRICK WILSON
Word on the street
On Losing My Grandfather, a Devoted Eagles Fan
What the Birds' Super Bowl win meant to me in the wake of my grandfather's death.
by SARAH MURRAY
Word on the street
In Defense of Philadelphia Sports Fans
Sports fandom is in Philadelphia's DNA.
by JAMES KONOPKA
Word on the street
Learning from loss: How I dealt with four deaths in one semester
Josh’s death was a swift stab; my Nana’s passing was a slow cut; Nick’s death was a blunt impact; Will’s passing was an explosive force. Each loss brought on its own reflections, its own visceral reactions.
by RYAN LEONE
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Some Notes From Your Econ TA
If you’re going to write a shoutout for your TA referencing a concept you learned in class, make sure you actually understand the concept.
by LEIGH ANN EISENHAUER
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Studying Abroad in the Age of Trump
His reputation and tiny hands reach all over the globe.
by 34TH STREET MAGAZINE
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Penn's Toxic Culture Is Our Responsibility
The environment on campus is ours to shape.
by JACKSON BURKE
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What It's Like to End an Athletic Career
Walking away from something you love is never easy. Here's why.
by MICHELLE PEREIRA
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How I Stay Sober at Penn
Religion and personal preference keeps me away from alcohol
by ALIYA CHAUDHRY
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Sleep Deprivation Won't Cure My Depression
The mental fog rolled over often, shrouding the different lobes of my brain.
by ANONYMOUS
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I'm done hiding my sexuality to fit in.
For years, I have tucked my sexuality behind strands of my thick, blonde hair and the thread of preppy clothing.
by ISABELLA SIMONETTI
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Mental Health is Hard Work
My depression isn’t sexy; it’s hard work and constant effort.
by JAMIE GOBRESKI
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Penn's Enforcement of the New Task Force Policies Is an Insult to Assault Survivors
Penn promised to protect us. It’s time we take the University to task.
by DANI BLUM
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Caught In Between Cultures
Too American to be fully Indian and too Indian to be fully American
by MANJARI GANTI
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An Ocean Apart: Puerto Rico and Penn
"I will never quite feel at home on campus."
by GABY GOITIA
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When You Realized You Loved Me Too Late
On confusing friendship, bad timing, and self–discovery
by ANONYMOUS
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