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Dean’s Convocation Continues Tradition of Highlighting Diversity on Campus The Spring Semester Dean’s Convocation attempted to inspire students to never give up and always continue to learn through a motivational speech on January 24. Although the weather outside the Penn Gymnasium was below freezing with biting winter winds, the students of William Penn University (WPU)… Continue reading Dean’s Convocation Continues Tradition of Highlighting Diversity on Campus
Penn's Nike contract remains in name of equality. Nike has recently produced controversy amongst their consumers. It stems from an advertisement they released on September 5. The ad is structured around Colin Kaepernick, former NFL quarterback, civil rights activist and most notably known for choosing not to stand during the national anthem. Kaepernick, who was… Continue reading Nike sparks conversation with new advertisement
William Penn University has signed a dual-program partnership with Palmer Chiropractic located in Davenport, Iowa. This allows a student to do 3 years of their Bachelor of Science in biology at Penn, and for their senior year to be the first year at Palmer chiropractic. “The credit will transfer back to complete the requirements for… Continue reading Palmer Chiropractic partners with WPU in 3+1 agreement
Today marks the end of William Penn’s traditional week of welcome. From the first day of classes on August 20th until now, the days have been filled with activities and events for students to enjoy. Some highlights of the week include the William Penn Community Fair, the annual men’s basketball golf tournament, bowling night and… Continue reading Week of Welcome 2018 in the books
Head Coach of the William Penn Men’s Basketball Team John Henry delivered an emotional speech about how important WPU is to him during the Freshmen Convocation on August 23 at the Penn Gymnasium. During his four-and-a-half-minute speech, Henry says even though the facilities of WPU have changed throughout the years, the spirit of William Penn… Continue reading John Henry Tries to Inspire Freshmen Through Emotional Speech on William Penn’s Growth
It took 17 groups, 18 holes, and 40 hole-sponsors to put this year’s golf fundraiser for the women’s and men’s golf teams and the men’s basketball team together. The community showed up and showed its support for William Penn University’s athletic teams. Last Saturday, August 25, was a display of Statesmen pride, as 17 foursomes… Continue reading Annual Golf and Basketball Fundraiser Goes Off Without a Hitch
The Statesmen Status 