Penn’s chaos: What led up to its president’s resignation

Inside the chaotic power struggle at an Ivy League school.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story December 11, 2023 For months, donors waged a campaign against the University of Pennsylvania's president, M. Elizabeth Magill. After her appearance at an antisemitism hearing, about two dozen trustees came to a consensus: She had to go. Tom Brenner for The New York Times We spoke to people with knowledge of Penn's power struggle. Here's what they revealed. → Sign up for the Israel-Hamas War Briefing. The latest news about the conflict. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018