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

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.
Fireworks over the Philadelphia skyline from Citizens Bank Park. A 2025 Commencement Ceremony with Drexel (and Olympic) Blue and Gold
The University graduated its Class of 2025 at a historic University-wide event that stressed the value of a Drexel education and continuing experiential learning.
Hot and cold lattes held up in front of Market Street Drexel’s Class of 2025 Drink: Dubai Chocolate Latte
From now throughout the end of June, the Pret a Manger on the University City Campus will offer hot and cold versions of the Pret x Class of 2025 signature drink.

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.