As someone who just graduated from Penn last May, I feel inclined to comment. Penn can be a stressful environment, no doubt. Most of the students who attend Pe

As someone who just graduated from Penn last May, I feel inclined to comment. Penn can be a stressful environment, no doubt. Most of the students who attend Penn were at the top of their class in high school. Many dominated in athletics as well. For these reasons, some students are shocked by the level of excellence, and the rigor of some classes. That said, I would be cautious to generalize this story. I know people who have received help from CAPS, and they are healthy-minded friendly students today. As with any school, the most important thing you can do is join communities or clubs where there is a collective enthusiasm for something outside of class. As a graduate, I can confidently say I loved Penn, and my peers would say the same. I'm also glad these stories of students are being shared because there is always room for improvement.