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No-show professor had excuse: He died in April

September 20, 2011 12:09 PM

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - University of Pennsylvania students who were puzzled by a no-show professor later found out why he missed the first day of class: He died months ago. The students were waiting for Henry Teune to teach a political science class at the Ivy League school in Philadelphia... more »
Palmer grad is nation's youngest African American engineer

May 24, 2011 6:43 PM

When 19 year old Brittney Exline walked across the stage at the University of Pennsylvania, she also walked into the history books. Brittney is the school's youngest engineer and the nation's youngest African American engineer. "I really don't think it's been any different, except for in the beginning people... more »
Springs teen is Penn's youngest engineer

May 24, 2011 4:33 PM

At 19 years old, Brittney Exline became the youngest student to ever receive her engineering degree from the University of Pennsylvania. The Palmer High School graduate grabbed headlines when she grabbed her diploma four years ago at the age of 15. She hopes to eventually return to academic life... more »