Alissa Falcone

Editor and Staff Writer
Alissa Falcone is the editor of DrexelNow and Drexel Quarterly and a staff writer who has contributed to those Drexel publications as well as Drexel Magazine and EXEL Magazine. She joined University Communications in 2013 as a communications associate and continued working full-time in 2014 after she graduated from Drexel with a bachelor’s degree in English. Alissa received her master's degree in communication from Drexel in 2017. She previously worked for Philadelphia magazine and has written for the Philadelphia Daily NewsPhilly.com and other publications. When she’s not working at her desk, she can usually be found near one of the many food trucks on Drexel’s campus … for work, obviously. She tweets at @AlissaFalcone.

Articles

Welcome New Dragons banner in Main Building's Great Court Blue and Gold and Evergreen Tips for Drexel’s Incoming Undergraduate Students
If you’re looking for advice for adapting to your new life as a college student, you’ve come to the right place.
Welcome New Dragons banner in Main Building's Great Court Blue and Gold and Evergreen Tips for Drexel’s Incoming Graduate Students
If you’re looking for advice for adapting to your new life as a graduate student, you’ve come to the right place.
The Galaxyscape public art installation in Highline Park New Public Art and Public Spaces Near Drexel’s University City Campus
New murals, gardens, seating and even a dog park recently opened near the eastern side of the University City Campus.
The Founder's America written over a map of America with Anthony J. Drexel Drexel NOT in Philly: The Founder’s America
Drexel University’s founder built a famous Wall Street banking house, popularized a seaside town visited by U.S. presidents and helped fund a retirement home for union printers.
A photo compostie of Drexel's Main Building using an archival black-and-white photo and a modern-day color photo. When the World Changes, Drexel Changes With It
The University wasn’t founded with degree programs or the Drexel Co-op. In fact, it wasn’t even founded as “Drexel University.”
A scene of the pond at Salus University Questions About the Drexel-Salus Merger?
Read through these frequently asked questions to learn more about the recently completed merger.
View of the Commencement with a speaker wearing a decorated cap and decorated caps in the stands. Photo Recap: Decorated Commencement Caps at Drexel’s University-wide Ceremony
From flowers to Pokémon to inspirational messages, there were many creative ways that the Class of 2025 decorated their commencement caps.
Justin Best at the podium at Drexel's Commencement Top 10 Quotes From Drexel University’s 2025 Commencement
Speakers at the University-wide ceremony shared advice, reflections and life lessons to prepare the Class of 2025 for the next chapter of their lives.

Media Contact Articles

All In Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting graphic Dragons Demonstrate Fiery Voter Turnout
The university was recognized for efforts to increase voter turnout and was named an All In Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting.
Poster for Can We Talk? event on Nov. 17 at Bentley Hall from 7-9 p.m. Pennoni Honors College Introduces "Can We Talk?" Events
Students from any university can learn to have a more civil discussion with people whose views differ from theirs — just in time for Thanksgiving.
Wooden blocks that spell Resilience Resiliency Tips to Help You Make it Through the Term
College of Medicine student Megan Bradley, a trained resiliency coach, offered tips for bouncing back and through hurdles in academia.
Andrew DeLuca on Drexel's Campus Drexel University First-Year Building New Rover
Andrew DeLuca, an electrical engineering major, is working on a first-of-its-kind rover that could aid in landmine detection.
Blue and yellow graphic reading Dragon Votes Make a Difference 2022 Voting Information for the Drexel University Community
Dragons can register to vote in Pennsylvania until Oct. 24 and learn about this year's elections through events and resources on campus.
Lancaster Walk Alumna vs. Newbie: Drexel Staff Members Offer Campus and Philadelphia Recommendations
Alissa Falcone and Nat Kaemmerer have different points of view on campus and its surrounding city and came up with recommendations for students for both.
Zac Cohen cooks a trial dish. Drexel University Students and Longwood Gardens Tackle Food Sustainability and Innovation
Over the course of a term, students in the "Garden to Table Cooking" class learned how to cook and present dishes made from scratch.
STAR Showcase STAR Scholars Shine in 20th Anniversary of Undergraduate Research Program
More than 120 Drexel University students tackled advanced research and shared their findings at the STAR Showcase on Aug. 25.