Guides

ON CAMPUS

Key dates to know to get your on-campus housing application in on time

Conor Murray

For all students planning to live on campus for the 2020-2021 academic year, Penn's housing application process will open on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 9 a.m.

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OFF CAMPUS

Off-campus luxury apartments offer comfort to Penn students at a steep price

Andie Pinga

While The Radian, Domus, and Hamilton Court Apartments are well-established places to live among Penn students, here are some other luxury apartments in the area.

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Video

For off-campus living, picking a landlord can be difficult. Here's a video on the major off-campus options to rent from to ensure you make an informed choice.

News

A year after mold scare in the Quad, the number of cases has gone down significantly

Jason Yan

In fall 2018, evidence of mold, moisture, and mildew was found in about 100 student rooms in the Quad, and forced over 10 students to relocate to nearby hotels for a week.

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Here’s what you should know about Philadelphia’s legal protections for tenants

Hawthorne Ripley

Philadelphia laws uphold renters’ rights on myriad issues ranging from discrimination, rental suitability, evictions without “good cause,” and other unfair rental practices.

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Four years, one house: One senior's story of how New College House became her home

Ashley Ahn

College senior Jacky Chan, who is living in Lauder College House for her fourth year, said she met many of her closest friends through the college house.

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Here's why your freshman-year hallmate has a sink and you don't

Eva Ingber

Only around two-thirds of quad rooms have personal sinks, Director of Residential Services Pat Killilee said.

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A new Campus Apartments policy prohibits tenants from passing down furniture

Daniel Wang

Some Campus Apartments tenants are frustrated by the inconvenience caused by the new policy, which will require significantly more investment and effort when passing down a house from one set of residents to another.

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How Greek life has shifted its approach to on-campus sophomore year living

Ashley Ahn

Greek life leaders have since argued against the new rule, pointing out that chapter houses are mostly filled by sophomores.

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Amenities, fun facts, and occupancy statistics: a look into your on-campus housing options

Gordon Ho, Gillian Diebold

Here's a run-down of all your options, with fast facts about the college houses that can help you make the most informed decision on where to live next year.

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Amenities, fun facts, and occupancy statistics: a look into your on-campus housing options

Gordon Ho, Gillian Diebold

Here's a run-down of all your options, with fast facts about the college houses that can help you make the most informed decision on where to live next year.

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Opinion

THE OXFORD C'MON

Don’t be afraid to live alone in college

Living by yourself is a choice that can make those factors more at the forefront of your mind, instead of what your roommates made for dinner or who stole your last razor.

Sophia DuRose

MORE WITH MORRISON

First-years, appreciate your housing situation while you can

So freshman: while yes, do file a maintenance request for that mold infestation, don’t forget to stop a moment and appreciate your housing situation just a little bit more.

James Morrison

UROOBA UNPLUGGED

As you sign your lease this year, consider the Philadelphia eviction crisis

One in fourteen Philadelphia faces an eviction filing yearly.

Urooba Abid

EDITORIAL

Penn wants more students living on campus. Lowering rent is the way to do it

Penn believes living on campus can be an enriching part of student life. The administration would find, if they lowered room rates, that demanding students live on campus is not necessary, as many more students would do so voluntarily.

The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board

OUT OF TURN

Know your rights as an off-campus tenant

Renting a house or apartment for the first time is a milestone in the transition to adulthood, and as exciting as it can be, the decidedly adult responsibilities and obligations that come with it can make even the most assertive people feel intimidated and ill-prepared.

Ana West

34th Street

Nine Tips For Decorating a Small Space

Avery Johnston

Here's how to make the most of a minuscule dorm room.

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How to Care For Your Succulent

Mark Pino

Full pot, clear shelf, can't lose.

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