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Who is Luigi Mangione, person of interest in UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting

Mangione faces gun charges; he was arrested in Pennsylvania and connected to a shooting in New York.
He has a strong educational background, holding degrees from the University of Pennsylvania.

Michael Mann appointed vice provost for climate science, policy, and action at Penn | Penn Today

Michael Mann's appointment boosts Penn's role in climate science and collaborative efforts for sustainability.
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Penn Suspends Amy Wax, Law Professor Accused of Making Racist Statements

The University of Pennsylvania has suspended Professor Amy Wax for a year due to racist, sexist, and homophobic remarks, sparking debates on academic freedom.

Penn Law prof gets half-pay suspension for 'discriminatory and disparaging statements'

Professor Amy Wax suspended for discriminatory statements at Penn Law, highlighting tensions between academic freedom and social accountability.

Penn's Amy Wax punished for statements but won't lose job

The University of Pennsylvania has reprimanded Professor Amy Wax for her inflammatory racial comments, reflecting ongoing tensions between academic freedom and accountability.

Opinion | She Is Outrageous, Demeaning, Dangerous. She Shouldn't Be Punished.

Amy Wax's controversial views on race and gender have led to severe repercussions from the University of Pennsylvania, sparking debates over academic freedom and racism.

Penn Suspends Amy Wax, Law Professor Accused of Making Racist Statements

The University of Pennsylvania has suspended Professor Amy Wax for a year due to racist, sexist, and homophobic remarks, sparking debates on academic freedom.

Penn Law prof gets half-pay suspension for 'discriminatory and disparaging statements'

Professor Amy Wax suspended for discriminatory statements at Penn Law, highlighting tensions between academic freedom and social accountability.

Penn's Amy Wax punished for statements but won't lose job

The University of Pennsylvania has reprimanded Professor Amy Wax for her inflammatory racial comments, reflecting ongoing tensions between academic freedom and accountability.

Opinion | She Is Outrageous, Demeaning, Dangerous. She Shouldn't Be Punished.

Amy Wax's controversial views on race and gender have led to severe repercussions from the University of Pennsylvania, sparking debates over academic freedom and racism.
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Where children of the past 13 US presidents attended college

Barron Trump is attending NYU instead of his family's alma mater, University of Pennsylvania, marking a significant choice in his educational path.
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Police Clear Pro-Palestinian Encampment at Penn

The Philadelphia Police Department cleared a pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania after a two-week standoff.

6 Penn Students Among Pro-Palestinian Protesters Arrested During Attempt to Occupy Building

Pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at University of Pennsylvania during occupation attempt.

Police Clear Pro-Palestinian Encampment at Penn

The Philadelphia Police Department cleared a pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania after a two-week standoff.

6 Penn Students Among Pro-Palestinian Protesters Arrested During Attempt to Occupy Building

Pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at University of Pennsylvania during occupation attempt.
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University of Pennsylvania Launches AI Undergraduate Degree

The University of Pennsylvania now offers a Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Artificial Intelligence to meet the increasing demand for AI engineers.
The Raj and Neera Singh Program in Artificial Intelligence aims to empower students to utilize AI for societal good through an innovative curriculum.

University of Pennsylvania Launches AI Undergraduate Degree

The University of Pennsylvania launches Bachelor's in AI Engineering to meet demand for skilled AI engineers
The program focuses on ethical AI application and aims to empower students to use AI for societal good.

University of Pennsylvania Launches AI Undergraduate Degree

The University of Pennsylvania now offers a Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Artificial Intelligence to meet the increasing demand for AI engineers.
The Raj and Neera Singh Program in Artificial Intelligence aims to empower students to utilize AI for societal good through an innovative curriculum.

University of Pennsylvania Launches AI Undergraduate Degree

The University of Pennsylvania launches Bachelor's in AI Engineering to meet demand for skilled AI engineers
The program focuses on ethical AI application and aims to empower students to use AI for societal good.
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Penn Trustees Meeting Is Cut Short After Students Protest Over War in Gaza

Pro-Palestinian students disrupted a University of Pennsylvania trustees meeting.
Students protested against the school's relationship with Israel and demanded divestment from Israeli entities.

Penn Decided 'Inviting White Nationalists To Campus' Only Earned Amy Wax A Pay Cut... She Appealed Anyway

The recommended sanctions against Amy Wax included a one-year suspension at half pay and other penalties.
The hearing board did not recommend firing or stripping Wax of tenure despite her controversial actions.

University of Pennsylvania announces undergraduate degree in AI, fist among Ivy League universities

The University of Pennsylvania's School of Engineering and Applied Science has announced the first undergraduate major in Artificial Intelligence (AI) among Ivy League universities.
The degree program will provide students with a foundation in AI techniques, programming skills, and the opportunity to choose a concentration in areas such as machine learning, vision and language, and robotics.

The New Climate War: The Fight to Take Back Our Planet

Dr. Michael E. Mann is a distinguished professor and leading climate scientist.
He has received numerous awards for his research and climate science communication.
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UPenn's Jewish students still subjected to 'anger and aggression,' protesters chanting 'we are Hamas'

Students at the University of Pennsylvania are filing a lawsuit alleging that the university selectively enforces its rules to protect Jewish students from harassment.
There are claims of antisemitism on campus, with professors and students openly supporting Hamas and engaging in hate-motivated crimes.

Harvard early admission applications drop 17% amid antisemitism claims

Harvard's early admission applications have dropped to a four-year low, while its competitors saw increases in the number of students seeking early admissions.
The drop in applications comes as Harvard faces backlash for not condemning antisemitism on campus.
The University of Pennsylvania also saw a significant increase in early admissions applications despite similar criticism.

Penn's President Resigns, After Her Responses About Antisemitism

The president of the University of Pennsylvania, M. Elizabeth Magill, resigned following pressure from Jewish students, alumni, and donors.
Magill's resignation comes after her testimony in a congressional hearing where she seemed to avoid answering questions about disciplining students who called for the genocide of Jews.

Penn President Liz Magill resigns after backlash over testimony about antisemitism

University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill has resigned following backlash from her congressional testimony on antisemitism.
Criticism surrounding Magill's leadership had been mounting for months, including concerns over an event on campus with speakers who made antisemitic comments.

Harvard president apologizes for remarks on antisemitism

Harvard University's president apologized for failing to properly denounce threats of violence against Jewish students during a congressional hearing on antisemitism.
Pressure is mounting for the president of the University of Pennsylvania to resign over her testimony at the same hearing.

UPenn's Jewish students still subjected to 'anger and aggression,' protesters chanting 'we are Hamas'

Students at the University of Pennsylvania are filing a lawsuit alleging that the university selectively enforces its rules to protect Jewish students from harassment.
There are claims of antisemitism on campus, with professors and students openly supporting Hamas and engaging in hate-motivated crimes.

Harvard early admission applications drop 17% amid antisemitism claims

Harvard's early admission applications have dropped to a four-year low, while its competitors saw increases in the number of students seeking early admissions.
The drop in applications comes as Harvard faces backlash for not condemning antisemitism on campus.
The University of Pennsylvania also saw a significant increase in early admissions applications despite similar criticism.

Penn's President Resigns, After Her Responses About Antisemitism

The president of the University of Pennsylvania, M. Elizabeth Magill, resigned following pressure from Jewish students, alumni, and donors.
Magill's resignation comes after her testimony in a congressional hearing where she seemed to avoid answering questions about disciplining students who called for the genocide of Jews.

Penn President Liz Magill resigns after backlash over testimony about antisemitism

University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill has resigned following backlash from her congressional testimony on antisemitism.
Criticism surrounding Magill's leadership had been mounting for months, including concerns over an event on campus with speakers who made antisemitic comments.

Harvard president apologizes for remarks on antisemitism

Harvard University's president apologized for failing to properly denounce threats of violence against Jewish students during a congressional hearing on antisemitism.
Pressure is mounting for the president of the University of Pennsylvania to resign over her testimony at the same hearing.
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Penn Donors Push Out President, Continue Whistling Past The Professor Bringing White Nationalists To Campus

University of Pennsylvania donors are upset about a law professor's controversial statements and actions
President Liz Magill resigned due to pressure from donors after her congressional testimony
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Penn president's resignation stirs debate about limits of free speech

The resignation of the University of Pennsylvania president has sparked debate over how far colleges should go to restrict speech.
The departure has divided politicians and academics, with some hailing it as a needed corrective to curb hateful rhetoric on college campuses.

What to Know About Elizabeth Magill, the Penn President Who Resigned

University of Pennsylvania president, Elizabeth Magill, resigned after facing criticism for her responses regarding students calling for the genocide of Jews at a congressional hearing.
Magill's resignation is a result of the protests and clashes on campus following the Hamas attacks on Israel and the war in Gaza.

Penn president's resignation stirs debate about limits of free speech

The resignation of the University of Pennsylvania president has sparked debate over how far colleges should go to restrict speech.
The departure has divided politicians and academics, with some hailing it as a needed corrective to curb hateful rhetoric on college campuses.

What to Know About Elizabeth Magill, the Penn President Who Resigned

University of Pennsylvania president, Elizabeth Magill, resigned after facing criticism for her responses regarding students calling for the genocide of Jews at a congressional hearing.
Magill's resignation is a result of the protests and clashes on campus following the Hamas attacks on Israel and the war in Gaza.
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Editorial: University presidents proved spectacularly inept on Capitol Hill. Resignations should follow.

Elise Stefanik, a US representative, posed a question to the presidents of Harvard, MIT, and Penn about calling for the genocide of Jews violating campus rules on bullying and harassment.
The presidents refused to answer the question directly, leading to criticism of their leadership abilities and suggestions that they may be unfit for their positions.

UPenn students compile dossier of antisemitic events leading to 'climate of fear' on campus

Anti-Semitism and protests have created a climate of fear at the University of Pennsylvania
Students are calling for action from the administration to address the issue

How are Harvard, Penn presidents responding to campus anti-Semitism row?

Harvard University and the University of Pennsylvania respond to backlash from their testimonies on campus anti-Semitism at Congress.
The presidents faced criticism from supporters of Israel and Palestine, with calls for resignations or legal action.
The presidents emphasized their commitment to free expression and a diversity of viewpoints on campus.

Editorial: University presidents proved spectacularly inept on Capitol Hill. Resignations should follow.

Elise Stefanik, a US representative, posed a question to the presidents of Harvard, MIT, and Penn about calling for the genocide of Jews violating campus rules on bullying and harassment.
The presidents refused to answer the question directly, leading to criticism of their leadership abilities and suggestions that they may be unfit for their positions.

UPenn students compile dossier of antisemitic events leading to 'climate of fear' on campus

Anti-Semitism and protests have created a climate of fear at the University of Pennsylvania
Students are calling for action from the administration to address the issue

How are Harvard, Penn presidents responding to campus anti-Semitism row?

Harvard University and the University of Pennsylvania respond to backlash from their testimonies on campus anti-Semitism at Congress.
The presidents faced criticism from supporters of Israel and Palestine, with calls for resignations or legal action.
The presidents emphasized their commitment to free expression and a diversity of viewpoints on campus.
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Penn Bans Protest Encampments From Its Campus

University of Pennsylvania issued rules banning protests and encampments on campus to ensure safety and avoid disruptions.
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