News Archive

2025
- Graduation Dates, Deadlines & Procedures
  
  April 21, 2025
  
  This memo is for Drexel graduate students enrolled in quarter programs who intend to complete their degree requirements and graduate this spring or summer term.
  
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- Register for Graduate Online Success Series Workshops
  
  April 04, 2025
  
  The Graduate Online Success Series: Grad Online Jawn is a series of online workshops offered by the Office of Graduate Studies and Academic Resource Center, in collaboration with campus partners, to provide graduate students with key skills and resources to support them throughout their academic journey.
  
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- Academic News & Key Reminders - Spring 2025
  
  March 26, 2025
  
  As we begin the spring quarter, the Office of Graduate Studies would like to remind you of a few important academic dates, deadlines, policies and resources to help you navigate your graduate studies.
  
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- Join Us for the 2025 Financial Literacy Series
  
  February 26, 2025
  
  The Financial Literacy Series which offers information and advice on personal financial management from industry experts. Register for this year's workshops.
  
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- Submit to Present Your Research at DEGS 2025
  
  February 13, 2025
  
  The Office of Graduate Studies, in partnership with the Graduate Student Association, will host the ninth annual Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars (DEGS) Conference Wednesday, May 7 & Thursday, May 8. All Drexel graduate and professional students are encouraged to submit abstracts by Monday, March 31.
  
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- Mandatory Civil Rights Training Module
  
  February 12, 2025
  
  All students must complete a new mandatory civil rights training module by March 7.
  
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- Join Us in Recognizing Outstanding Graduate and Professional Students
  
  February 08, 2025
  
  The Office of Graduate Studies invites the Drexel community to nominate deserving graduate and professional students for excellence awards in mentorship, scholarship, civic engagement, community building, social change, service, research, and teaching assistance.
  
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- February Graduate Students of the Month
  
  January 31, 2025
  
  Each month, the Office of Graduate Studies, in collaboration with its Diversity Advisory Council (DAC), selects two graduate Drexel Dragons to highlight for the community! Meet this month's recipients.
  
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- 2025 Cotswold Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Recipients Announced
  
  January 22, 2025
  
  The winners of the 2025 Cotswold Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship have been announced.
  
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- Philadelphia Postdoc Preview 2025
  
  January 22, 2025
  
  The Philadelphia Postdoc Preview event, held virtually on Tuesday, Feb. 11 from 12 to 3:30 p.m. EST, is a collaborative effort to raise awareness about the numerous postdoctoral training opportunities at research institutions across Philadelphia including Drexel University.
  
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- Graduate Students of the Month
  
  January 06, 2025
  
  Each month, the Office of Graduate Studies, in collaboration with its Diversity Advisory Council (DAC), will select two graduate Drexel Dragons to highlight for the community!
  
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- Academic News & Key Reminders - Winter 2025
  
  January 06, 2025
  
  As we begin the winter quarter and a new calendar year, the Office of Graduate Studies would like to remind you of a few important academic dates, deadlines, policies and resources to help you navigate your graduate studies. We recommend you bookmark this information for future reference.
  
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2024
- End of Term and Winter Break Reminders
  
  December 17, 2024
  
  As we approach the end of the fall term and winter break closure, we would like to remind you of some important dates, academic policies, resources, and information about campus operations.
  
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- Graduate Student Housing Application Open
  
  December 02, 2024
  
  The Graduate Housing Application is currently open and available to graduate students that have paid their enrollment deposit.
  
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- Graduate Students of the Month
  
  December 02, 2024
  
  Each month, the Graduate College, in collaboration with its Diversity Advisory Council (DAC), will select two graduate Drexel Dragons to highlight for the community!
  
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- Graduate Students of the Month
  
  October 29, 2024
  
  Each month, the Graduate College, in collaboration with its Diversity Advisory Council (DAC), will select two graduate Drexel Dragons to highlight for the community!
  
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- Academic News & Key Reminders - Fall 2024
  
  September 23, 2024
  
  As we begin the fall quarter and 2024-2025 Academic Year, the Graduate College would like to remind you of a few important academic dates, deadlines, policies and resources to help you navigate your graduate studies.
  
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- 2024 Creativity Pitch Challenge Results
  
  September 13, 2024
  
  Naghmeh Ghalamsiah, a PhD student in architectural engineering, was selected as the 2024 Creativity Pitch Challenge Award Winner.
  
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- Gradvice: Tips for Easing into Life as a Drexel Graduate Student
  
  September 11, 2024
  
  Drexel faculty and professional staff members who work closely with students shared tips and advice for new Dragons starting this academic year.
  
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- Dr. Joseph H. Hancock, II, PhD, Appointed Chair, Diversity Advisory Council
  
  September 09, 2024
  
  The Graduate College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Joseph H. Hancock, II, PhD, as chair of the Diversity Advisory Council (DAC).
  
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- Dr. Hwyda A. Arafat Appointed Director, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Professional Development
  
  September 03, 2024
  
  Hwyda A. Arafat, MD, PhD, MSc. MEdL, has been appointed director of the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Professional Development effective September 1, 2024. Please join us in wishing Dr. Arafat success in this additional role at Drexel University.
  
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- Required Title IX Training for Graduate Students
  
  August 30, 2024
  
  Drexel graduate students are required to complete Title IX training by Monday, October 14.
  
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- Volunteer at Graduate Student Orientation
  
  July 31, 2024
  
  The Graduate College is seeking graduate students who are continuing in quarter-based programs to serve as volunteers during general graduate student orientation programs on Monday, September 16, 2024.
  
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- Q&A: What Happens Now After Drexel and Salus Have Merged?
  
  July 23, 2024
  
  Two Drexel and Salus leaders who have been heavily involved in the integration and accreditation processes talked about what comes next with operational, academic and clinical enterprises between the two universities.
  
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- Apply for the Non-Credit Certificate in College Teaching
  
  July 11, 2024
  
  The non-credit Certificate in College Teaching provides Drexel University graduate students and postdocs with the experience and credentials to help them to become more effective instructors in higher education or to prepare for careers outside academia that involve training or teaching. Apply by August 5, 2024.
  
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- Present at Start Talking Science 2024
  
  July 11, 2024
  
  Start Talking Science is looking for STEM researchers to present non-technical posters to the general public on Friday, November 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Science History Institute (315 Chestnut Street) in Philadelphia. Presenters are invited to submit a summary of their research by July 29, 2024.
  
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- Academic News & Key Reminders - Summer 2024
  
  June 25, 2024
  
  As we begin the summer quarter, the Graduate College would like to remind you of a few important academic dates, deadlines, policies, and resources to help you navigate your graduate studies.
  
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2023
- Happy Holidays from the Graduate College
  
  December 20, 2023
  
  On behalf of the Graduate College, I wish you joy, peace and good health this holiday season!
  
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- End of Term and Break Reminders for Graduate Students
  
  December 14, 2023
  
  As we approach the end of the fall term and winter break closure, we would like to remind you of some important dates, deadlines, academic policies, requirements, and information about campus operations.
  
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- Thankful for our Graduate and Professional Community
  
  November 20, 2023
  
  As we approach Thanksgiving, members of the Graduate College team took a moment to share what they’re most thankful for.
  
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- Effective Career Planning for International Scholars Program Information Session
  
  November 09, 2023
  
  Join us for an information session about the 7-Week Effective Career Planning for International Scholars Program open to Drexel postdocs and PhD students!
  
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- Dogs and Donuts at the Graduate College
  
  October 30, 2023
  
  This past Thursday, October 26, 2023, The Graduate College welcomed Drexel's very own Therapy Dog, Espresso to our office for a spooky Halloween-themed Dogs and Donuts Event!
  
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- Drexel Welcome and Resource Fair 2023 Photos Now Available
  
  October 03, 2023
  
  Photos from the 2023 Drexel Welcome & Resource Fair are now available to view, download and share!
  
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- Academic News and Key Reminders - Fall 2023
  
  September 26, 2023
  
  Welcome new graduate students and welcome back returning students! As we begin the fall term and 2023-2024 Academic Year, the Graduate College would like to remind you of a few important academic dates, deadlines, policies and resources to help you navigate your graduate studies.
  
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- Why Should Graduate Students Attend GSA Events?
  
  September 25, 2023
  
  Current and past GSA presidents tell us why new and returning graduate students should attend upcoming GSA events!
  
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- Meet This Year’s Convocation Student Speaker, Alex Ashley
  
  September 25, 2023
  
  The second-year PhD student studying chemical engineering, who is an international student from Jamaica, shared some information about what he’ll discuss at the event, what advice he has to share with Dragons and why students should attend and be a part of a Drexel tradition this year.
  
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- Celebrating Fulbright-Hays DDRA Fellowship Recipient Kati Hinman
  
  September 25, 2023
  
  Kati Hinman, a PhD candidate in the Dornsife School of Public Health, received a Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad (DDRA) Fellowship to conduct dissertation research in Columbia in 2024.
  
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- Technology Tips and Tricks for a Successful Fall Term
  
  September 20, 2023
  
  Need help with navigating Drexel resources such as your Drexel Connect, DrexelOne, Drexel Learn, WIFI, your Drexel email, and how to avoid scams? Check out these helpful tips from Drexel's Instructional Technology Group (ITG)!
  
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- Advice for Incoming Graduate Students at Drexel
  
  September 13, 2023
  
  How can you best connect with peers and mentors? What are some good places to eat, study and relax — on or off campus? Current graduate students shared tips for Dragons who are just starting at the University this year.
  
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- Required Title IX Training for Graduate Students
  
  September 07, 2023
  
  All graduate students are required to complete online Title IX training annually. The fall deadline is October 31, 2023.
  
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- Green Cards for Scientific Researchers Workshop
  
  September 05, 2023
  
  Drexel's Office of Postdoctoral Affairs will be hosting a special workshop for postdocs and PhD students interested in obtaining a Green Card for research on Tuesday, September 19 from 2-3:30 PM.
  
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- Free Online Course Opportunity for Graduate Students
  
  August 29, 2023
  
  The Science Communication Lab (formerly called iBiology) is excited to announce the launch of their newest online course, "Build Your Research Community!"
  
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2022
- Drexel University Represented by Interdisciplinary Delegation at COP27
  
  December 23, 2022
  
  An interdisciplinary group traveled to Egypt to represent Drexel and engage in global efforts to combat climate change.
  
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- Happy Holidays from the Graduate College
  
  December 15, 2022
  
  On behalf of the Graduate College, I want to wish you joy, peace and good health this holiday season!
  
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- 2023 LOreal USA For Women in Science Program
  
  December 12, 2022
  
  Applications for the 2023 L’Oréal USA For Women in Science Program are now open and will close at 5:00pm ET on Friday, January 27, 2023.
  
  The L’Oréal USA For Women in Science fellowship program honors female scientists at a critical stage in their careers with grants of $60,000 each. Since 2003, we’ve awarded 95 postdoctoral women scientists nearly $5 million in grants. We’re seeking five exceptional female scientists looking to advance their research and serve as role models for the next generation of girls in STEM.
  
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- GradThriving Resources
  
  December 12, 2022
  
  GradSchoolThriving.com is a collection of FREE resources and insider tips that aim to support the success of diverse graduate students. You don’t know what you don’t know… so let us help you explore information that will help you thrive in your graduate studies.
  
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- End of Term and Winter Break Reminders
  
  December 09, 2022
  
  As we approach the end of the fall term and winter break closure, we would like to remind you of some important dates, deadlines, academic policies, requirements, and information about campus operations.
  
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- December Doctoral Student Newsletter
  
  December 08, 2022
  
  The next edition of our Doctoral Student Newsletter is out!
  
  The December edition features:
  - Featured Article - Keeping Our Community Safe This Holiday Season
  - What's With IRB? A Q&A
  - Important Dates & Deadlines
  - Upcoming Events
  - News & Opportunities for Doctoral Students
  - Upcoming Doctoral Defenses
  We want to hear from you about your doctoral student experience and advice for others to be featured in future newsletters. Please take a few moments to fill out this Qualtrics form and share your journey!
  
  We invite doctoral students to share feedback and ideas for future content at graduatecollege@drexel.edu!
  
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- Winter Electives in Global and International Education
  
  November 22, 2022
  
  Graduate students are welcome to register for the following elective courses in Global & International Education (EDGI) within the School of Education. Graduate students from all majors are invited to register. The courses are online but open to students in online and face-to-face programs.
  
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- Thankful for our Graduate and Professional Community
  
  November 22, 2022
  
  As we approach Thanksgiving, each of our faculty and professional staff members in the Graduate College took a moment to share what they’re most thankful for, in addition to having the opportunity to work alongside and grow with our graduate and professional student, postdoc and faculty and professional staff community every day.
  
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- Discover Day 2022 Winners
  
  November 21, 2022
  
  On Oct. 27, Drexel’s College of Medicine’s Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and Professional Studies hosted their annual research symposium, Discovery Day, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Center City, Philadelphia. The day commenced with research poster presentations from more than 300 doctoral and master's students, medical students, MD/PhD students, undergraduate, high school, residents, clinical fellows and postdoctoral trainees, and eight platform presentations on topics ranging from HIV/AIDS to spinal cord injury. Posters and platforms were judged by faculty, alumni and special guests. Twenty-two students were selected for awards.
  
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- Hiring Graduate Writing Consultants
  
  November 21, 2022
  
  The Drexel Writing Center (DWC) is currently hiring graduate students for the Graduate Writing Consultant (GWC) position.
  
  GWCs provide one-to-one writing consultation to their fellow graduate students. This conversation between writer and reader is collaborative, tailored to meet the writer’s specific goals, and develop their writing skills. GWCs provide support throughout all the stages of the writing process from brainstorming to final draft.
  
  Candidates undergo training and ongoing professional development in addition to their tutoring hours. Part of that training focuses on antiracist writing pedagogies and inclusive practices. Prior experience tutoring is preferred, but not necessary. We offer competitive pay and flexible hours.
  
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- Thank a Teacher
  
  November 21, 2022
  
  The Thank a Teacher program provides an opportunity for Drexel University students to publicly say "thank you" to teachers who have made the true Drexel difference to them! Drexel students who want to participate should complete this Qualtrics survey which includes space to write a thank you note to any Drexel instructor. The Teaching and Learning Center will review submissions and share them with the instructor at the end of each term. With the student’s permission, thank you notes will be posted on the Teaching and Learning Center’s website. All recipients’ names are forwarded to the instructor's department head, as well as the Provost’s office along with their respective notes.
  
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- Impact Factor Podcast Live November 17
  
  November 01, 2022
  
  Join us for a special live recording of the Impact Factor podcast hosted by Drexel alumna, Katie Van Aken, PhD '17!
  
  Dumb it up!
  Have you ever tried to explain your PhD research to your grandparents? Have you ever had to convince a person or entity to fund your very specific research? Getting your PhD involves often presenting and sharing your work to other experts in your field. But the bigger challenge is learning how to explain a technical research topic to someone who hasn't studied it for years. Let's talk about how grad school can and should prepare students to communicate technical topics to a general audience.
  
  Thursday, November 17th
  6 to 7 p.m. ET
  
  Papadakis Integrated Science Building (PISB)
  Room 104, First Floor
  Drexel University
  3245 Chestnut Street
  Philadelphia, PA 19104
  
  And, be sure to join us for an after party with the panelists!
  
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- November Doctoral Student Newsletter
  
  November 01, 2022
  
  The next edition of our Doctoral Student Newsletter is out!
  
  The November edition features:
  - Meet the Staff - Dr. Tsz Kwok
  - Driven Dragons - Doctoral Student Profile
  - Important Dates & Deadlines
  - Upcoming Events
  - News & Opportunities
  - Upcoming Doctoral Defenses
  We want to hear from you about your doctoral student experience and advice for others to be featured in future newsletters. Please take a few moments to fill out this Qualtrics form and share your journey!
  
  We invite doctoral students to share feedback and ideas for future content at graduatecollege@drexel.edu!
  
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- NIH OITE Mental Health and Well-Being Series
  
  October 28, 2022
  
  The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Intramural Training and Education (OITE) is pleased to offer a FREE series of webinars and supplemental small group discussions to increase awareness and provide coping strategies and tools to help participants support their own mental health and that of others. The series kicks off on Nov. 7 and runs through May 2023.
  
  While this series is geared toward individuals in biomedical research fields, it is open to and relevant for all and all are welcome to register!
  
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- Calling All Future STEM Faculty - ISTM 511
  
  October 24, 2022
  
  Registration is now open for the graduate-level course ISTM 511: Foundations in Evidence-Based STEM Pedagogy
  
  Winter Quarter 22-23
  Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:50 PM
  
  The course is taught by Eric Brewe, Associate Professor in Physics and Science Education
  
  Course attendees will:
  - Engage as members of a community of discipline-based education research (DBER)
  - Enact their skills at putting theory and experimental work into practice (in real educational
    settings)
  - Establish a teaching philosophy
  - Provided constructive criticism of STEM instruction
  This course is the foundational course in PROFESS, a program that prepares graduate students for future academic faculty positions. To learn more, download the flyer and visit the website.
  
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2021
- Welcome Graduate Students - Winter Quarter 2022
  
  December 16, 2021
  
  Whether you are beginning your graduate study on campus, in a hybrid format, remotely, or fully online, the Graduate College is pleased to welcome you to our graduate community!
  
  Before you begin your studies, we would like to share some general information and resources to help you get started.
  
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- Required Online Title IX Training for Graduate Students - Complete by January 31
  
  December 16, 2021
  
  As a Drexel graduate student, you are required to complete an online module entitled, "Drexel U Got This! - Grad Student Training", a sexual and gender-based harassment and misconduct prevention program, in order to be compliant with the University's policies for the 2021-2022 Academic Year. The training will help you better understand your right to a discrimination and harassment-free learning environment, as well as your role in contributing to Drexel’s inclusive environment. This training is required for all graduate students, including online students, annually.
  
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- End of Term and Winter Break Reminders for Graduate Students
  
  December 10, 2021
  
  As we approach the end of the fall term and winter break closure, we would like to remind you of some important dates, deadlines, academic policies, requirements, and information about campus operations.
  
  Please continue to refer to Drexel’s Response to Coronavirus website for the latest guidance, FAQs, and for contact information should you have any questions.
  
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- Training on Research Intelligence Tools- SciVal and Funding Institutional
  
  December 08, 2021
  
  SciVal and Funding Institutional are two research intelligence tools available to all faculty, staff, and students to help support research goals. The Office of Research & Innovation and the Office of Institutional Advancement invite you to participate in the following professional development workshops.
  
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- December Doctoral Student Newsletter
  
  December 06, 2021
  
  The next edition of our Doctoral Student Newsletter is out!
  
  The December edition features:
  - Updates on the Drexel 2030 - Designing the Future Strategic Plan Implementation
  - Updates from the Diversity Advisory Council (DAC)
  - Important Dates and Deadlines
  - Upcoming Events
  - News & Opportunities
  - Upcoming Doctoral Defenses
  We invite doctoral students to share feedback and ideas for future content at graduatecollege@drexel.edu!
  
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- A Candid Conversation About Imposter Syndrome and Black Males in Medical School
  
  December 01, 2021
  
  Our Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Associate Professor in the School of Education, Alonzo M. Flowers III, PhD, recently hosted "A Candid Conversation About Impostor Syndrome and Black Males in Medical School" with College of Medicine students on November 30, 2021.
  
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- Grad Student Employment Opportunity in the Center for Inclusive Education and Scholarship
  
  December 01, 2021
  
  The Center for Inclusive Education & Scholarship (CIES) is looking for a current graduate student to serve as a program coordinator within the Center. CIES is home to over 20 programs ranging from pre‐college programs to retention programs for undergraduate students. The Center is continuing to grow our offerings including the recent acquisition of the High School Scholars program that allows local high school students to take courses at Drexel.
  
  The position will begin January 2022 with the potential to extend per the right candidate’s graduation date.
  
  The ideal candidate will have a continued interest in learning about higher education administration; supporting DEI programming to assist with retention; and community building to promote a sense of belonging among the students we serve. We are looking for a self‐starter with an entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
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- Discussion on Academic Bullying 12/14
  
  November 22, 2021
  
  Join the School of Education's Graduate Student Association (GNOMES) for a presentation on Academic Bullying with Dr. Veronica Carey, PhD, CPRP, Assistant Dean of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the College of Nursing and Health Professions on December 14, 2021 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. EST via Zoom. Register here.
  
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- November Doctoral Student Newsletter
  
  November 01, 2021
  
  The sixth edition of our Doctoral Student Newsletter is out!
  
  The November edition features:
  - A Letter from the Assistant Dean
  - Important Dates and Deadlines
  - Upcoming Events
  - News & Opportunities
  - Upcoming Doctoral Defenses
  We invite doctoral students to share feedback and ideas for future content at graduatecollege@drexel.edu!
  
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- October Doctoral Student Newsletter
  
  October 04, 2021
  
  The fifth edition of our Doctoral Student Newsletter is out!
  
  The October edition features:
  - A Letter from the Assistant Dean
  - Important Dates and Deadlines
  - Upcoming Events
  - News & Opportunities
  - Upcoming Doctoral Defenses
  We invite doctoral students to share feedback and ideas for future content at graduatecollege@drexel.edu!
  
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- AWIS Student Travel Awards and Mentoring Program
  
  September 29, 2021
  
  The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) Philadelphia 2022 travel award program includes awards for in-person ($500) or virtual ($250) conferences.
  
  Details of the AWIS-PHL Travel Award Policy and application instructions can be found on the website.
  
  Mentee registration (graduate students and postdocs) is now open. Download the flyer or visit the website to learn more about the program, this year's mentors, and to access the registration form.
  
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- Required Online Title IX Training for Graduate Students - Complete by October 31
  
  September 28, 2021
  
  As a Drexel graduate student, you are required to complete an online module entitled, "Drexel U Got This! - Grad Student Training", a sexual and gender-based harassment and misconduct prevention program, in order to be compliant with the University's policies for the 2021-2022 Academic Year. The training will help you better understand your right to a discrimination and harassment-free learning environment, as well as your role in contributing to Drexel’s inclusive environment. This training is required for all graduate students, including online students, annually.
  
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- Help Us Plan DEGS 2022
  
  September 27, 2021
  
  Calling all Drexel graduate students, faculty and professional staff, postdocs, and alumni! The Graduate College and Graduate Student Association is seeking volunteers to serve on the 2022 Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars (DEGS) Conference Planning Committee! The 2022 DEGS Conference is scheduled to take place on the University City campus, with some opportunities for remote/virtual engagement, April 13-14, 2022!
  
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- Join the 2021-2022 GSA Academic Affairs Committee
  
  September 27, 2021
  
  The Graduate College and Graduate Student Association (GSA) are excited to launch the GSA Academic Affairs Committee! We are seeking a diverse group of graduate student representatives from across the colleges and schools to help us address questions and concerns on behalf of the graduate student community, including regarding graduate policy and procedure, and advocate for graduate student success by enhancing programs, resources, and experience. The committee will meet monthly in a virtual format.
  
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- Call for Membership - Graduate College Diversity Advisory Council
  
  September 23, 2021
  
  The Graduate College and DAC co-chairs welcome graduate and professional students, faculty and professional staff members who wish to participate or nominate members to the council to contact Dr. Flowers at amf422@drexel.edu. For more information about the work or initiatives of the DAC visit the Graduate College website.
  
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2020
- Required Online Title IX Training for Graduate Students - Complete by January 31
  
  December 21, 2020
  
  Drexel graduate students are required to complete an online training entitled, "Understanding Title IX and Respecting Individual Rights, Building Inclusive Community - Module 1" annually.
  
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- Graduate Student Orientation and Onboarding Resources - Winter 2021
  
  December 21, 2020
  
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- A Note from the Assistant Dean of the Graduate College
  
  December 21, 2020
  
  Review well wishes from the new Assistant Dean of the Graduate College
  
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- Drexel Deans Look Back at 2020 — Part One
  
  December 16, 2020
  
  After a tumultuous year of change and uncertainty, deans from the University’s colleges and schools reflected on what happened and what they’ve learned.
  
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- Graduate Student Town Hall – Return to Campus Updates Friday, 12/18 12 p.m. EST
  
  December 11, 2020
  
  The Graduate College will be hosting a virtual Town Hall for graduate students Friday, 12/18 at 12 p.m. EST to provide the latest updates and help answer your questions regarding Drexel’s ongoing response to COVID-19 and our campus community plans.
  
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- End of Quarter Academic Reminders, Winter Break & Return to Campus Information for Graduate Students
  
  December 11, 2020
  
  Please review these important reminders about academic dates, deadlines, winter break and return to campus information.
  
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- Graduate Students Lend a Helping Hand With Pandemic-Era Remote Learning
  
  November 30, 2020
  
  Two graduate students tell DrexelNowbabout their experience participating in the Graduate College's Remote Course Facilitator program, in which they aid faculty and students in the remote learning environment and gain valuable contacts and insight along the way.
  
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- Graduate Student Town Hall Reinforces Campus Community Resources and Responsibilities
  
  September 29, 2020
  
  <span>On Sept. 18, graduate students conducting on-campus classes or research this fall were invited to learn more about the University’s health and safety measures and student resources in the continued wake of COVID-19 as well as have their pre-submitted questions answered by campus leadership.</span>
  
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- Required Online Title IX Training for Graduate Students - Complete by October 31
  
  September 08, 2020
  
  Drexel graduate students are required to complete an online training entitled, "Understanding Title IX and Respecting Individual Rights, Building Inclusive Community - Module 1" annually.
  
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- Graduate Student Orientation and Onboarding Resources - Fall 2020
  
  September 08, 2020
  
  The Graduate College offers a series of orientation and onboarding resources for new, incoming graduate students. Please visit the Graduate College website for more information.
  
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- Return to Campus Town Hall for Graduate Students September 18
  
  September 08, 2020
  
  As President Fry recently announced in his message on August 27, there will be a town hall webinar for graduate students returning to campus this fall, including those who are already on campus in semester programs and/or involved in research activities, for important updates on COVID-19 health and safety protocols and campus operations.
  
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- Save the Date for the Virtual Fall Career Fair
  
  September 03, 2020
  
  Save the date for the Steinbright Career Development Center's Virtual Fall Career Fair - October 5-9, 2020! The Multi-Day Virtual Fall Career Fair is open to all Drexel undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni who are looking to network with prospective employers for future co-op and full-time employment opportunities.
  
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- The Graduate College Welcomes Anne Converse Willkomm
  
  September 03, 2020
  
  The Graduate College would like to welcome Anne Converse Willkomm, MFA, who will begin her role as Assistant Dean of the Graduate College effective October 1.
  
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- Drexel University Libraries Fall Webinar Series
  
  September 01, 2020
  
  This fall, the Drexel University Libraries is hosting a series of webinars entitled, "Building Connections to Scholarship" that highlight just a few of the resources, strategies and tools that Drexel faculty, researchers, professional staff and students can utilize to strengthen their own connections to scholarship. Expert librarians will share their knowledge to support faculty and researchers’ productivity and to prepare graduate students for successful research practices.
  
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- Natalie Chernets Selected to Serve on GREAT Postdoctorate Leaders Section Steering Committee
  
  August 26, 2020
  
  Natalie Chernets, PhD, Director of Postdoctoral Affairs and Professional Development, Associate Director, MD/PhD Program, and Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and Professional Studies in the Drexel University College of Medicine has been selected to serve on the GREAT Postdoctorate Leaders Section Steering Committee of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) as a Member-at-Large, effective September 25, 2020. Dr. Chernets will serve a three year term on the committee.
  
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2019
- National Program Helps Drexel Bridge the Representation Gap for STEM PhDs
  
  July 31, 2019
  
  The Bridge to the Doctorate Fellowship program (BTD) provides funding and resources for STEM PhD students from underrepresented populations, and so far Drexel has hosted nearly 50 BTD students.
  
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- Graduate Student Excellence Celebrated at 2019 Graduate Student Day Awards
  
  June 26, 2019
  
  The accomplished year in the past and the bright future ahead for graduate students at Drexel were recognized and celebrated at this year’s Graduate Student Day awards ceremony and reception.
  
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- Commencement 2019 in Tweets
  
  June 17, 2019
  
  Here’s what graduates, faculty, staff, friends, family, mentors and honorees had to say on Twitter about Drexel University’s 131st commencement ceremony hosted at Citizens Bank Park on June 14.
  
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- How a Drexel Graduate Student Harnessed the Power of Co-op in Dream Position
  
  April 30, 2019
  
  Integrated biomedical engineering and business graduate student Adam Eichen had been looking for a job for years before coming to Drexel, and found that the graduate co-op program helped open industry doors that were once closed to him.
  
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- TA Tell-All: Three Drexel Teaching Assistants’ Thoughts on Working with Students, Faculty and Each Other
  
  April 01, 2019
  
  DrexelNow got together three Drexel University teaching assistants from different disciplines and background experiences, along with a knowledgeable moderator, for a roundtable discussion about their most notable experiences, techniques and suggestions for improvement.
  
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- Drexel Advances in ‘U.S. News’ Best Graduate Schools Rankings
  
  March 13, 2019
  
  In the newest list of top graduate school programs from 'U.S. News & World Report,' several Drexel colleges and schools made gains in the national rankings.
  
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- Merck Chairman and CEO Kenneth Frazier to Speak at Drexel’s 2019 Commencement
  
  March 11, 2019
  
  Merck & Co., Inc. Chairman and CEO Kenneth C. Frazier will address the class of 2019 at Drexel’s University-wide commencement ceremony on June 14. In what has become a Drexel tradition, the University will once again hold its University-wide ceremony at Citizens Bank Park. Frazier’s contributions in the business, legal and humanitarian fields are especially notable.
  
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- 9 Empowerment Tips for Drexel Students
  
  March 04, 2019
  
  Female deans from Drexel University will soon gather to discuss professional and emotional empowerment at the Dean’s Panel during the Women’s Empowerment Summit hosted by the Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship March 7–8. In advance, DrexelNow asked them each to share their one key empowerment tip for students.
  
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2018
- What’s New with Drexel’s Graduate Student Association (GSA) This Year?
  
  October 30, 2018
  
  DrexelNow sat down with new GSA President Alexandria Will-Cole to find out what the group’s important initiatives and events will be this year, as well as how she is liking the job so far.
  
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- Employee Spotlight: Drexel Musical Chairs Edition
  
  October 12, 2018
  
  Several leadership positions have been filled by Dragons that were already part of the Drexel community.
  
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- The Secret Life of Postdocs, Vol. 2
  
  August 29, 2018
  
  In this Q&A with Drexel University’s new Director of Postdoctoral Affairs and Professional Development, Dragons can learn more about the biggest misconceptions and advice for their postdoctoral search.
  
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- A Creative Approach to Teaching Creativity, Interdisciplinary Teamwork for Graduate Students
  
  August 10, 2018
  
  Two Drexel University faculty members from different disciplines have come together to provide a unique opportunity for graduate students: learn how to flex their creative muscles.
  
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- Graduate College, Global Initiatives, Undergraduate Education Moves Announced
  
  August 08, 2018
  
  Drexel University's Provost announced updates on leadership positions in the Graduate College, Office of International Programs and on his staff.
  
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- The Secret Life of Postdocs, Vol. 1
  
  July 26, 2018
  
  In this Q&A between a Drexel interim vice provost, a faculty adviser and a former doctoral student, Dragons can learn more about postdoctoral opportunities and why they should be considered sooner rather than later.
  
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- Graduate Student, Affiliate Accomplishments Recognized at 2018 Graduate Student Day
  
  June 08, 2018
  
  Annual Graduate Student Day events have become a rare time for graduate students from across Drexel University come together and celebrate their achievements.
  
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- A Q&A With the President of Drexel’s International Graduate Student Association
  
  April 20, 2018
  
  Doctoral candidate Melvin Mathew, the president of the International Graduate Student Association, discussed how the organization welcomes international Dragons to campus.
  
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- Hollywood Legend M. Night Shyamalan to Address Drexel’s Class of 2018
  
  April 09, 2018
  
  Hollywood legend M. Night Shyamalan will address the class of 2018 at Drexel’s University-wide commencement ceremony on June 15 at Citizens Bank Park. The director, producer, screenwriter and actor — whose breakout hit, “The Sixth Sense,” appeared nearly 20 years ago — is known for filming and setting his movies in and around Philadelphia, hiring locally and utilizing area vendors, and showcasing some of the region’s best-loved attractions and locales.
  
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- Grad Students Have a Roaring Good Time at Dino Dance Masquerade
  
  March 23, 2018
  
  The Graduate Student Association recently hosted its annual masquerade at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University.
  
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- Serving International Graduate Students on Campus and Abroad
  
  January 31, 2018
  
  The International Graduate Student Association plays a big part in helping foreign students find their footing at Drexel.
  
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2017
- New MS Program Focused on Changing the World (of Food)
  
  November 15, 2017
  
  Drexel's new masters degree program in culinary arts and sciences is bringing together a diverse group of students looking to make an impact through the study of food.
  
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- Zak Brodnik Wants to Change How You Think About Addiction
  
  September 14, 2017
  
  As a doctoral candidate in neuroscience in the Drexel University College of Medicine, Zak Brodnik’s work focuses on the biology underlying drug-use disorders, and he has a message he wants to deliver alongside his research.
  
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- PhD Graduates Ready to Bring Research Skills to Intel
  
  June 27, 2017
  
  While searching for PhD programs, twin brothers Sergey and Yuriy Smolin were drawn to Drexel’s Chemical and Biological Engineering program for its reputation in sustainable energy. Now they are taking on new roles as engineers at Intel.
  
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- Celebrating Drexel's Newest Doctorates
  
  June 12, 2017
  
  On June 11, the Graduate College celebrated the more than 330 doctoral graduates in Drexel's Class of 2017, along with their families and colleagues at the Doctoral Student Celebration.
  
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- Interim Leadership for the Graduate College
  
  June 06, 2017
  
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- Fulbright Funding to Teach, Research or Study Abroad
  
  June 01, 2017
  
  Graduate students can take advantage of prestigious funding to study, research, take on creative projects or teach abroad in more than 140 countries
  through the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, accepting applicants from all areas of study.
  
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- Graduate College Shines a Light on Outstanding Student Achievements
  
  June 01, 2017
  
  At this year’s Graduate Student Day, the Graduate College and the Graduate Student Association joined together to honor the work done by Drexel students in the classroom and in the community.
  
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- A Drexel University PhD Reflects on Five Years in the Lab and on the Board
  
  June 01, 2017
  
  Katie Van Aken, vice president of the Graduate Student Association, turned her dissertation defense into a celebration earlier this month, and she’s currently preparing to speak at the biggest one of all for students — commencement.
  
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- New Master’s Programs Carve Their Place in the Market
  
  May 15, 2017
  
  Five specialized degree programs are preparing to launch over the next two years with backing from a new Drexel initiative to keep the University’s academic offerings at the cutting edge of higher education.
  
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- Drexel University’s 2017 Commencement Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients
  
  May 08, 2017
  
  With Drexel University’s commencement just around the corner, the University is announcing its complete list of speakers and honorary degree recipients for the 2017 ceremonies.
  
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- Emerging Graduate Scholars Show Research at First-Ever Conference
  
  May 01, 2017
  
  Drexel University’s first-ever Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars Conference was recently held to give graduate students a chance to share their interdisciplinary work and test out their presentation skills.
  
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- Graduate School Panel Series
  
  April 20, 2017
  
  The Drexel Center for Scholar Development, Graduate Admissions, Graduate College, and Graduate Student Association (GSA) are pleased to host a series of multidisciplinary panels to answer your questions about graduate studies!
  
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- Register for April's Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars Conference
  
  April 19, 2017
  
  On behalf of the Graduate College, Graduate Student Association (GSA), and Office of Research, we are thrilled to invite you to register for the Drexel Emerging Graduate Scholars Conference on April 27, 2017 to learn more about the innovative and problem-solving research of Drexel’s brightest graduate students.
  
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- Art and Tech Innovator John Maeda to Speak at Drexel Commencement at Citizens Bank Park
  
  March 20, 2017
  
  Computational design guru John Maeda will address the class of 2017 at Drexel University’s commencement, which will be held on June 13 at 7:30 p.m. Maeda is the global head of Computational Design and Inclusion at Automattic, the parent company of Jetpack, WooCommerce, Longreads, WordPress.com and more. The University-wide ceremony will be held at Citizens Bank Park for the second consecutive year.
  
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- Prestigious Fellowship to Support PhD Student in Taking on Cancer
  
  February 23, 2017
  
  Armed with the faculty mentorship and state-of-the-art lab space to match her passion and knowledge within the field, PhD student Eva Karasmanis recently earned the National Institute for Health’s Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award, a prestigious fellowship supported by the National Cancer Institute.
  
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2016
- Master of Public Health Student Puts Passion into Practice
  
  December 22, 2016
  
  Drexel University President John Fry is committed to Drexel's future as the most civically engaged university in the country and graduate students like Courtney Sartain are at the heart of this quest.
  
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- Cambodia-Co-op
  
  December 19, 2016
  
  A Drexel student’s experience at an international nonprofit helped shape her views of global public health and clarify her future.
  
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- Teaching Excellence Committee Now Accepting Nominations for 2016-17 TA Awards
  
  December 19, 2016
  
  Students, faculty and professional staff are encouraged to nominate Drexel's most esteemed teaching assistants for this year's Teaching Excellence Awards.
  
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- Climate-Change-Conference
  
  December 15, 2016
  
  A group of 10 students and professors went to Morocco in November for the annual gathering of government delegates and climate researchers. They came back refocused and reinvigorated.
  
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- Commencement-Plans
  
  December 12, 2016
  
  After a successful Universitywide ceremony last year, Drexel is returning to Citizens Bank Park for the 2017 event — and this time it will be under the lights.
  
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- South-Korean-Collaboration
  
  November 30, 2016
  
  The first chapter in a South Korean collaboration proved fruitful for Drexel's nanomaterials researchers, who learned that it takes big thinking to make progress on the smallest of scales.
  
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- International Students Find Second Home in Multicultural Community
  
  November 29, 2016
  
  Drexel’s International Graduate Student Association’s annual Thanksgiving dinner, hosted last Wednesday with the Graduate Student Association, Graduate College and PRAGATHI Indian Graduate Student Association, brought together hundreds from the graduate student community for a hearty meal and company before the University’s holiday break.
  
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- Q&A With Graduate College Dean and Executive Vice Provost James Herbert
  
  November 03, 2016
  
  You might call the one-year anniversary of Drexel’s Graduate College “the great rollout.” For the past year, with inaugural Dean and Executive Vice Provost James Herbert, PhD, leading the way, the college has moved into its new home and set in place a long list of initiatives. Now it’s time to mobilize.
  
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- New Fund to Expand Graduate Research Exposure
  
  October 30, 2016
  
  For a decade, select graduate students have been supported in presenting at conferences across the country, through a travel award program. With the demand for these awards steadily increasing and the benefits that result being more important than ever, the newly created Teck-Kah Lim Travel Award Fund, is aimed at expanding these valuable opportunities.
  
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- Get to Know Your New Graduate Student Association Board
  
  October 29, 2016
  
  Each Graduate Student Association (GSA) Board brings new energy and goals to the leadership role. This year’s GSA Board is especially diverse in their disciplines and interests, and particularly driven to enhance the Drexel graduate student experience. Meet the newest GSA Board Members and learn more about their studies, interests and goals for this year.
  
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- Recent Alumnus Turns Co-op Into Career
  
  September 28, 2016
  
  Cybersecurity master’s student, Akshay Finney, was new to the emerging healthcare IT field, but his graduate co-op experience landed him a full-time job offer before graduation.
  
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- Welcome from the Dean
  
  September 22, 2016
  
  It is my pleasure to welcome you to a new and momentous academic year at Drexel. Whether you are just beginning your graduate career, are planning to graduate this academic year, or are somewhere in between, you are certainly part of an auspicious and exciting time for graduate studies across the University.
  
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- PhD Students Find Value in Connecting Teaching and Learning
  
  August 29, 2016
  
  Each year the Graduate College recognizes Drexel’s most esteemed teaching assistants and this past spring Simon Begashaw and Marko Jacovic were two such students. While the many award nominations illustrate the duo’s commitment and aptitude, it’s also clear that Begashaw and Jacovic have benefited greatly from their teaching experiences.
  
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- MPV Awardees Announced
  
  July 29, 2016
  
  This year the Office of the Provost and the Graduate College received 25 Market-Driven Academic Program Venture (MPV) proposals. Five new programs were selected as awardees and two more programs were selected to receive direct marketing support.
  
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- Medical Student Wins Award for Developing Prenatal Program
  
  July 27, 2016
  
  Allison Gutierrez, a third-year medical student, was recently recognized for her efforts to connect Drexel medical students with underserved expecting mothers.
  
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2015
- Message from the Dean: Health Insurance Subsidy Information
  
  December 22, 2015
  
  I am writing to you to explain an item that may appear on your e-bill and/or your pay stub for the month of December. You may notice a credit and a debit for the amount of the health insurance subsidy.
  
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- Message from the Dean: New Tuition Policy for PhD Candidates
  
  August 19, 2015
  
  The process by which Drexel bills tuition and awards tuition remission for research doctoral students (PhD and DPH) has been found to present a number of issues, including barriers to interdisciplinary collaborations in which many of you are involved, and which are expanding. Over the past several months the Office of the Provost, working closely with other administrative units, has created a new billing and remission process that is about to go live with the fall, 2015 term.
  
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- Now Accepting Nominations for 2014-2015 Research Excellence Awards
  
  March 13, 2015
  
  The Office of Graduate Studies through its Committee on Research Excellence selects graduate students (full-time master’s and doctoral), who have exhibited outstanding research, scholarship, and creativity in the past year, for certificates of recognition and monetary awards.
  
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- Now Accepting Nominations For 2014-2015 Commencement Awards
  
  March 13, 2015
  
  The Office of Graduate Studies recognizes graduate students who have exhibited excellence in research, leadership, scholarship, creativity, and commitment to civic responsibility each year through Commencement Awards.
  
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- Now Accepting Nominations for 2014-2015 Teaching Assistant Excellence Awards
  
  January 27, 2015
  
  Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to nominate your highly effective teaching assistants for certificates of recognition and monetary awards.
  
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