November 9, 2020
The University supported 22 projects focused on societal challenges in communities and within Drexel itself.
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October 8, 2020
<p style="margin: 0in;"><span>In its sixth season, the morning radio show on WKDU is tackling interviews and education related to Black Lives Matter while staying true to its root goal of connecting Drexel to the surrounding community.</span></p>
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September 30, 2020
Looking and sounding different than past years, the 2020 ceremony outlined how Drexel will be working to improve educational, working and living environments on and off campus.
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September 28, 2020
<p style="margin: 0in;"><span>As the sole undergraduate student co-chair of Drexel University’s Anti-Racism Task Force established in June, fourth-year engineering student Tianna Williams is making her voice heard and creating the change she wants to see on campus.</span></p>
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September 25, 2020
When public pools and many cooling centers closed this summer due to COVID-19, Drexel University researchers teamed up with the William Penn foundation and members of the Hunting Park community to come up with strategies to safely and sustainably beat the heat.
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September 24, 2020
Drexel’s Office of University and Community Partnerships shared ways for students, faculty and professional staff to get involved with the community through its programs and centers.
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September 21, 2020
The Greater Philadelphia Region Alliance for Minority Participation (Philadelphia AMP) was started in 1994 through National Science Foundation funding and a Drexel alum's efforts. As host institution for the alliance for over 20 years, Drexel continues to support Dragons and spearhead regional STEM representation change through programming, funding, opportunities and mentorship.
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August 31, 2020
Just over $100,000 was awarded to 22 faculty and professional staff through Drexel's Rapid Response Research & Development Fund.
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August 24, 2020
Last week, the University’s leader answered questions about the University’s finances and response to changes in higher education, as well as its role in the local ecosystem going forward.
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August 10, 2020
The chairs of the Anti-Racism Task Force discussed what they've accomplished so far and how they are incorporating feedback and perspectives into future initiatives.
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August 6, 2020
As part of Drexel’s pledge to dismantle racism in University policies and practices, the University has revised its Holiday Policy to designate Juneteenth (June 19) and Indigenous Peoples' Day (formerly Columbus Day) as recognized, annual University holidays.
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July 17, 2020
<p><em>The following message was sent to the University community from Drexel President John Fry: </em>I am writing to update you on where we stand in advancing the anti-racism agenda that I laid out last month. I am deeply committed to creating an anti-racist community at Drexel where all students, faculty, and professional staff know they are seen for their individual skills and talents, and not judged through the lens of preconceived racist notions, thoughts or beliefs. As a university, we are equipped to tackle racism by educating our community and practicing the behaviors we value.</p>
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July 10, 2020
When shops in West Philadelphia were damaged on May 31 in the aftermath of citywide social justice protests, Drexel professional staff tapped into their networks and connections to help with recovery.
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June 24, 2020
<span>Drexel University’s <span style="color: #000000;">Expressive and Creative Interaction Technologies (ExCITe) Center</span> </span><span>will join a network of organizations across the city to help ensure all Philadelphians have access to the devices and internet connections they need to learn and work remotely amid the coronavirus pandemic. With support from a Philadelphia Digital Literacy Alliance initiative, Drexel will be one of three partners to provide support on accessing low cost Internet options, connecting wireless devices, and providing computers to ensure access to internet service for community members in need.</span>
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June 8, 2020
<em>DrexelNow</em> provides the full transcript of a virtual community discussion convened by Drexel to answer questions about how the University is building an antiracist and inclusive culture.
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February 26, 2020
Drexel University joins the worldwide network of Age Friendly Universities focused on creating diverse, inclusive campuses for all ages.
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