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Opinion Columns

03/25/21 3:59pm
Columnist Lexi Boccuzzi argues that the future of the pandemic revolves as much on local governments as the federal government.
03/25/21 12:10am
Columnist Caroline Magdolen suggests that Penn can do more to promote community wellbeing while being mindful of the pandemic.
03/23/21 5:29pm
Penn Leads the Vote encourages students to vote in the upcoming local primary elections.
03/21/21 2:41pm
Columnist Varun Saraswathula digs into the human loss of the pandemic.
03/21/21 2:39pm
Columnist Bridget Yu urges Penn students examine why they are partying during the pandemic and urges them to address their mental health in ways that are not hazardous to their peers.
03/20/21 10:46am
Columnist Taja Mazaj reflects on her first semester and a half at Penn.
03/18/21 5:07pm
Columnist Jessica Gooding argues that Penn students must act to address systemic and societal issues brought to the forefront by the pandemic.
03/17/21 4:23pm
Columnist Emily Chang reflects on the root causes of the increase in hate crimes directed towards Asian-Americans in the United States.
03/16/21 11:14pm
Columnist Andy Yoon explores the harms of the "model minority" myth amid rising hate crimes against Asian Americans.
03/16/21 10:41pm
Columnist Alex Eapen discussed the harms Penn students cause when they get vaccinated from clinics designed to serve Philadelphia's Black community.
03/08/21 8:55pm
Columnist Matthew Liu argues that there is a disconnect between public support and government funds with regards to space exploration.
03/04/21 10:07am
Columnist Isabella Glassman argues that professors should keep exams open book when in-person classes return to decrease exam-related stress.
03/02/21 7:46pm
Columnist Alex Eapen critiques Penn's pre-professional culture and offers suggestions on how students can find more enjoyment in their lives.
02/28/21 7:38pm
Columnist Caroline Magdolen investigates the status of sustainability at Penn and discusses how the University and its students can lead green lives at Penn.
02/27/21 12:57pm
Columnist Urooba Abid argues that Penn has an obligation to support the School District's reopening plan by providing testing for staff and students as they return to in-person schooling.
02/26/21 12:27pm
Columnist Surayya Walters makes the case that Wharton has long ways to go before becoming an equitable institution and uplifting the experiences of BIPOC women to feel comfortable in the workplace.
02/25/21 12:08pm
Columnist Lexi Boccuzzi argues that Penn students should not disregard religion on campus and should see these organizations as a vessel for reflection and community.
02/21/21 4:58pm
Isabella Glassman argues that Penn should expand the reach of PennOpen Pass to protect West Philadelphia businesses and residents.
02/21/21 7:43am
Columnist Lexi Boccuzzi examines the history of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the use of his ideas in 21st century social movements.
02/19/21 7:58pm
Columnist Andy Yoon makes the case that imposing a dining plan requirement on sophomores is not the way to build community.