1892 August 17, 2016 The first class of students is officially welcomed at the Drexel Institute of Art, Science and Industry in early 1892. Departments are organized under the following academic divisions: Art Department, Scientific Department, Department of Mechanic Arts, Department of Domestic Economy, Technical Department, Business Department, Department of Physical Training, Normal Department for the training of teachers, Department of Lectures and Evening Classes, Museum and Library and Reading Room.