September 30, 2012Freshman year is an intense, overwhelming whirlwind that is both awesomely fun and terribly stressful. The first piece of advice that we can give freshmen is: try not to blink, because it flies by oh-too-quickly. Our other pieces of advice are a bit easier to follow. Here are a few beads of wisdom we wish we knew going into [...]
September 20, 2012Interested in a career in retail? Don’t know what opportunities are available to Penn students? We’ve got you covered. Here are six companies with exciting opportunities coming up for both seniors and underclassmen. Apply through PennLink or the company’s website before the deadlines pass! TJX Location: New York, NY; Los Angeles, CA and Framingham, MA Opportunities Available: [...]
September 20, 2012We can’t remember the last time we were this excited about a store opening in Philadelphia. Located in the heart of Rittenhouse, at 1718 Walnut Street, INTERMIX is finally arriving. With 30 stores throughout North America, in locations such as New York, Los Angeles, Boston, Miami, Chicago, and Toronto, Penn students finally have one close [...]
September 18, 2012Alright. Let’s talk veg. As Americans have become more health-conscious, vegetarian trends have started sweeping through our nation. Philly happens to be at the forefront of this movement: vegetarian, vegan, and “raw” restaurants have been infiltrating our city, and we’re not complaining. Even if you like meat, do not stop reading! I am a self-confessed [...]
September 16, 2012Phasion Phest is Philadelphia’s lauded fashion show held annually in September, featuring a cocktail reception and silent auction followed by a runway show outfitted with looks by local retailers and designers. This year’s production, “Fashion Follies,” will take place in the Rotunda at the Shops at Liberty Place on September 19th at 7:00 p.m. The event was [...]
September 3, 2012Looking for a place to shop that offers the best designs plus a focus on sustainability? Look no further than Arcadia Boutique. With two convenient locations in Philadelphia, how could you pass it up? Located in Rittenhouse (265 S. 20th Street) and in Northern Liberties (819 N. 2nd street), each location has enough eye-catching items [...]
August 31, 2012Labor Day Weekend is finally arriving, which means among the craziness of NSO, we’re ready for Budweiser and Jay-Z’s Made in America Festival. The music festival on Benjamin Franklin Parkway is sure to be Philadelphia’s party of the year, kicking off a great semester of concerts. With so many people heading out to hear the music, The [...]
August 16, 2012Recently, Esquire named Philly the “Late Night Capital of the United States.” I have two thoughts on this: 1) I know, and 2) YUM. Let’s be honest: we all love late-night eating. While the average human being consumes three meals a day, we college students actually consume four, with that fourth one being sometime between the hours [...]
August 6, 2012Penn alumnus and campus favorite Hoodie Allen is set to go on tour this fall with California-based rapper G-Eazy. Allen’s recent #1 Album, “All-American” has met country-wide support and he is ready to share his music with all of his fans (at Penn and otherwise). The “Excellent Adventure Tour” kicks off in Ohio this September and runs [...]
July 24, 2012Sometimes, you’re not in the mood for a big, heavy lunch. Sometimes, you want a meal that is light yet filling and utterly delicious. This is where Wedge and Fig comes in. A charming little spot smack in the middle of Old City, Wedge and Fig takes your classic picnic and brings it indoors. A menu replete [...]
July 20, 2012Tired of your usual workout routine at Pottruck? Getting ready to relax and celebrate the end of the summer at a getaway tropical resort? This week, The WALK brings you a fresh, new fitness alternative. We recommend throwing in a few classes at Lithe Philadelphia to add an extra flair! A recent fad, the Lithe Method [...]
June 29, 2012With summer in high gear and a number of Penn students remaining in the Philadelphia area or traveling to other cities for internships, The WALK has curated a list of upcoming music festivals to help you count down the days until you return to campus. Firefly Music Festival The only music festival of its kind so close [...]
June 25, 2012We are in the midst of a health revolution. People are becoming conscious not only of what only goes into their bodies, but also what goes into their food. It’s all about organic, unprocessed, and natural ingredients, and Pure Fare offers just that. Serving up prepared salads, sandwiches, snacks, soups, frozen yogurt, and a sick [...]
April 28, 2012If you ever questioned the connection between the food trucks and fashion then you clearly have not ventured to University City’s crepe truck in Philadelphia: La Dominique’s. Last fall, my journalism class was given an assignment to describe what we saw when we ordered a crepe from the pristine food truck located on 33rd and Market. [...]
April 19, 2012Come celebrate with us! This Friday, April 20th, The WALK will be hosting a party for the launch of our Summer 2012 issue at the LOFT (36th and Walnut). We would love for you to join us. At the LOFT, you will be able to purchase their merchandise at 40% off for their Friends & [...]
April 11, 2012Ever find yourself tired of the choices campus foods have to offer? Are you health conscious but reluctant to give up the taste of well-made food? Head over to 15th and South St’s hidden gem, The Quick Fixx, which aims to deliver “chef-inspired convenience.” The business model of the restaurant is to make food reflecting [...]
