Jeanne Leong

Leanne McCarron’s typical day is so packed her schedule looks like that of two people.

Penn was operating as usual in the early stages of World War I, but when it became apparent that the United States would enter the war, the campus’ focus changed to preparing students to join the military.

Emerging artists from the School of Design’s Master of Fine Arts Class of 2011 have one more chance to showcase their work at the MFA Thesis Exhibition, opening today at the Ice Box Project Space in the Crane Arts Building, 1400 N. American St. in Northern Liberties.

Dating violence is a sensitive topic that University faculty and staff must understand in order to effectively aid the students they advise.

Powerful lefthander Grover Powell, a standout pitcher for the Penn Quakers, became an overnight star for the New York Mets in 1963, when he shut out the Phillies 4-0 in his first major league game.

Spring is in full swing, a time to go outside and enjoy sunny skies, cool breezes and the many springtime events Penn has to offer between now and the end of the semester.

PHILADELPHIA -- The University of Pennsylvania has received a $15 million gift from an anonymous donor to renovate the historic Arts, Research and Culture House, to create a center for campus life that builds on the cultural diversity of Penn students and offers a rich intellectual and social experience for the entire University community.

Philadelphia’s Old City is jam-packed with art lovers on the first Friday of each month, when the neighborhood’s art galleries hold open houses. On May 6, the work of emerging artists from Penn’s School of Design will be on display,  just like the work of professionals.

WHAT: The Penn Relays, now in its 117th year, is the oldest collegiate track meet in the United States. Officially known as the Penn Relay Carnival, the event attracts more than 22,000 track and field stars from the junior high school, high school, college, senior and professional levels.

In the late 1800s, when meat consumption by Americans was increasing, livestock illness was one of the biggest threats to the livelihoods of farmers. At the time, many of the United States’ veterinarians came from Europe, and there was an urgent need for home-grown doctors who could save sick animals.