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 News, Philly.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

The Academy of Natural Sciences’ Living Legacy of Research and Discovery
The museum has closed, but the Academy’s scientific work — its specimen collections, environmental partnerships and educational mission — lives on, strengthened by 15 years of affiliation with Drexel.
A view of hanging clothes in the Great Court of Drexel's Main Building. Ciao, Philadelphia! Italy’s Most Stylish Exhibition Lands at Drexel University
From now until Sept. 26, Drexel’s Main Building is the only U.S. location of an international fashion exhibition presented by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
A portrait of Anthony J. Drexel, circa 1890, by Josef Bergenthal. 200 Years of Drexel University Founder Anthony J. Drexel
Born in 1826, Drexel University’s founder was a lifelong Philadelphian, financier and philanthropist whose legacy continues into the 21st century.
The Chujos and their staff — Daito Kashiwabara, Ayaka Ikeda and Renpei Washizu — shot behind-the-scenes content during their tour of the Music Industry Program’s flagship recording studio, Studio One, as Julien and Brendan Monahan, studio manager, looked on. Photo courtesy Monika Julien. A Full-Circle Musical Moment for Nihonbashi Philly at Drexel University
International connections and a love of music brought the husband-and-wife team behind a viral Tokyo-based Philly cheesesteak shop into the audio archives of Drexel University.
A red Polish poster, a clock and a photograph of Jimi Hendrix on a wall. From Hokusai to Hendrix: Drexel Exhibition Examines Rhythm Across Art Forms
When you think of rhythm in the arts, what comes to mind?
President Antonio Merlo at a podium in his robes Drexel University President Antonio Merlo’s First Year as a Dragon
During his first year on campus, the University leader connected with students, faculty and professional staff to bring his team together and start guiding Drexel through transformative changes.
Anthony J. Drexel's painting superimposed over Main Building's Chestnut Street entrance reading "Drexel Institute" 2026’s Other Anniversaries at Drexel
America’s 250th anniversary might have just passed, but the 200th birthday of the University’s founder and the 135th anniversary of Drexel’s founding are both coming up.
Drexel's Paul Peck Alumni Center The Centennial on Campus: 1876 Ties to Drexel University
Do you know what buildings on the University City Campus have ties to the 1876 Centennial Exhibition? Or how Drexel’s founder was involved with the groundbreaking event?

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.
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