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2013

December

More colleges emphasizing entrepreneurship
Dec 31, 2013
Drexel was mentioned in a Philly.com story on Dec. 31 about colleges emphasizing entrepreneurship.
Region's largest AIDS clinic turns 20
Dec 31, 2013
Jeffrey Jacobson, MD, a professor and chief of the division of infectious diseases and HIV medicine in the College of Medicine, was quoted in the Philadelphia Business Journal on Dec. 31 in a story about the 20th anniversary of the Drexel Medicine Partnership Comprehensive Care Practice. The anniversary was also featured on WCAU-TV (NBC-10).
Measuring the impact of calorie count displays at fast food and sit-down restaurants
Dec 31, 2013
Amy Auchincloss, PhD, an assistant professor in the School of Public Health, was quoted in a WHYY-FM/Newsworks.org story on Dec. 31 about the impact of calorie counts on restaurant menus.
Philadelphia Educator Attributes Passion For Learning As Reason For Prosperous Career
Dec 30, 2013
Sheila Vaidya, PhD, a professor in the School of Education, was interviewed for a CBSPhilly.com story on Dec. 30 about the importance of education.
Gone in 2013: A Tribute to 10 Remarkable Women in Science
Dec 30, 2013
The late Ruth Patrick, PhD, a longtime scientific leader at the Academy of Natural Sciences, was featured in a Scientific American blog post on Dec. 30 about women scientists who died in 2013.
Philadelphia's businessperson of the year is...
Dec 30, 2013
President John A. Fry was voted the Philadelphia Business Journal’s “Business Person of the Year” in an online poll that ended Dec. 30. He secured 68 percent of all votes. He was also mentioned on Dec. 31 in a roundup of the Philadelphia Real Estate Blog’s top 10 real estate stories of 2013.
Declining Enrollment Forces Area Law Schools To Change Strategies
Dec 28, 2013
Drexel was mentioned in a KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) story on Dec. 28 for removing benefactor Earle Mack’s name from the School of Law
A Move Done, Barnes Leader Makes Another
Dec 28, 2013
On Dec. 28, The New York Times ran a story on about Derek Gillman, who is leaving his post as executive director and president of the Barnes Foundation for a position as a visiting professor in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design.
Inquirer Editorial: Citizens in the best sense
Dec 28, 2013
Mariana Chilton, PhD, an associate professor and director of the Center for Hunger-Free Communities in the School of Public Health, was featured in The Philadelphia Inquirer on Dec. 28 as a nominee for the publication’s “Citizen of the Year” honor.
At 14, Pa. girl is published in a medical journal
Dec 28, 2013
Robert Field, PhD, a professor in the School of Law and School of Public Health, was interviewed on Dutch TV on Dec. 23 about the Affordable Care Act. He was also quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer story on Dec. 28 about the cost of a hip replacement.
Vatican observers look for thaw between Pope Francis, U.S. nuns
Dec 28, 2013
Douglas Porpora, PhD, was quoted in a Los Angeles Times story about a possible thaw in relations between nuns and the Vatican on Dec. 28 that was picked up by the Sacramento Bee, the Orlando Sentinel, the Chicago Tribune, The Baltimore Sun and a number of other outlets.
SnapChat Security Breach Affects Millions
Dec 27, 2013
Rob D’Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on WPVI-TV (6-abc) on Dec. 27 about the data breach at Target stores. He was also quoted in a KYW Newsradio story on Jan. 2 about a SnapChat app security breach.
The dark money in climate change
Dec 27, 2013
A new study by Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, on the sources of funding behind the climate change countermovement was featured in The Washington Post, Smithsonian Magazine, Scientific American, The Nation, National Journal, Boing Boing,Daily Kos, Red Orbit, Salon, International Business Times, International Science Times, ThinkProgress.org, Le Monde (France) and numerous other outlets during December.
More college students spending the holiday break on campus
Dec 26, 2013
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 26 Philadelphia Inquirer story about more college students opting to stay on campus during the holidays. Rita LaRue, senior associate vice president for business services, was quoted.
Why you just can't put down the crisps
Dec 26, 2013
Michael Lowe, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in the Irish Independent on Dec. 26 in a story about hedonic hunger and snacking.
Data ‘Sonification’ More Than Just a Cute Trick to Drexel U. Professor
Dec 25, 2013
Youngmoo Kim, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Engineering and director of the ExCITe Center, was quoted in a Dec. 25 CBS Philly story about a method of representing stock market data with sounds.
Beyond judicial populism
Dec 24, 2013
Anil Kalhan, an associate professor in the School of Law, wrote an opinion piece about the future of Pakistan’s Supreme Court for the Express Tribune (Pakistan) on Dec. 24.
Delaware scientist part of team finding neutrinos
Dec 24, 2013
David Goldberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer article on Dec. 24 about physics research conducted in Antarctica.
New Insights From Old DNA, Flowing Ants, Insecticides in Question
Dec 24, 2013
On Dec. 24, The New York Times featured the Weird-Thing-in-a-Jar Day at the Academy of Natural Sciences in a roundup of science news and events.
NYPD searches for suspect in attack on woman walking with daughter
Dec 24, 2013
Chuck Williams, PhD, an associate teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and School of Education, was interviewed on FOX News’ “Happening Now” about spending time with family on Dec. 24 and about ADHD on Dec. 31. He was also quoted in a CNN.com story about “knock out” assaults on Dec. 25.
One-Day Extension for Health Insurance
Dec 23, 2013
Michael Howley, PhD, an associate clinical professor, was interviewed on WPVI-TV (6-abc) on Dec. 23 about the deadline to sign up for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act.
Dec 23, 2013
Yaba Blay, PhD, an assistant teaching professor and co-director of the Africana Studies program in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on Al-Jazeera English’s “The Stream” on Dec. 23 about skin bleaching.
Eagles honor cheerleader turned soldier
Dec 22, 2013
NFL cheerleader turned soldier Rachel Washburn, a Drexel alum, was featured on CNN.com, FOX News and numerous other outlets on Dec. 22 for being honored as a “Hometown Hero” by the Philadelphia Eagles.
GreenSpace: Tips for combatting germs on airplanes
Dec 22, 2013
Esther Chernak, MD, an associate research professor and director of the Center for Public Health Readiness and Communication in the School of Public Health, was quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer article on Dec. 22 about avoiding illness during air travel.
Chefs Conference at Drexel
Dec 20, 2013
The Philly Chef Conference hosted by Drexel’s Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was mentioned in a Dec. 20 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) segment.
Two decades ago, Tom Hanks and 'Philadelphia' prompted changing attitudes toward HIV-AIDS
Dec 20, 2013
Marla Gold, MD, a professor and former dean in the School of Public Health, was quoted in a WHYY-FM/Newsworks story on Dec. 20 about the impact of the film Philadelphia on public perceptions of HIV/AIDS 20 years ago.
la polémica mascota que causó la indignación de los musulmanes
Dec 20, 2013
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was quoted in a BBC Mundo story on Dec. 20 about a California high school’s offensive Arab mascot.
'Fabulous Brown Girls' Christmas cards are sassy season's greetings
Dec 20, 2013
Veronica Marché Miller, a graduate student in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer on Dec. 20 for her new line of holiday cards, “Fabulous Brown Girls.”
Local Expert Says Newer Credit Cards Can Fight Some Types of Fraud, But…
Dec 20, 2013
Rob D’Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on KYW Newsradio 1060-AM on Dec. 20 about the Target security breach. He was also interviewed on FOX-40 (Sacramento) and KNX-1070 (Los Angeles) on this topic
MontCo Sheriff Resigns for Drexel Job
Dec 20, 2013
Stories about the resignation of Montgomery County Sheriff Ellen Whalon Behr for a position at Drexel circulated on Dec. 20-21 in several media, including the Associated Press, WCAU-TV (NBC-10), Philly.com and The Delaware County Daily Times.
Conservative groups spend up to $1bn a year to fight action on climate change
Dec 20, 2013
A new study by Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, on the sources of funding behind the climate change countermovement was featured in The Guardian (UK) on Dec. 20. The story was also featured in several media outlets including the Science Blog, The Voice of Russia and The Daily Climate.
By Sci-Fi Standards, Newest Robots May Disappoint
Dec 20, 2013
Drexel was noted in stories about the DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) Robotics Challenge 2013 Trials. The Drexel-led team and DRC-HUBO were featured in major media outlets Dec. 20-21, including The New York Times, NBC News, Popular Mechanics, Gizmodo and Live Science.
New details in federal probe of fired PHA chief
Dec 19, 2013
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 19 Philadelphia Inquirer article about an ongoing federal probe into the former chief of the Philadelphia Housing Authority.
Philly police to adopt sweeping interrogation reforms come Jan. 1
Dec 19, 2013
Donald Tibbs, PhD, associate professor in the School of Law, was quoted in a Philadelphia Daily News cover story on Dec. 19 about the Philadelphia Police Department’s implementation of a new policy regarding police interrogations.
This Ingenious Gates-Funded Tool Could End Backbreaking Rice-Planting Labor
Dec 19, 2013
Alexander Moseson, PhD, an assistant teaching professor in the College of Engineering, was featured in a Fast Company article on Dec. 19 about his SEED Lab’s development of an innovative farming tool for Thai rice farmers.
Santa's Helpers
Dec 19, 2013
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 19 WPVI-TV (6-abc) segment for donating 5,000 toys to over 60 community groups to be distributed in north and west Philadelphia.
Data Breach
Dec 19, 2013
Rob D’Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on KYW-TV (CBS 3) on Dec. 19 about the Target security breach.
New census data: Poverty up in Lower Northeast, down in S. Philly
Dec 18, 2013
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 18 Philadelphia Daily News article about students moving to Roxborough and Manayunk and increasing poverty in those areas.
Higher blood pressure threshold advised for older patients
Dec 18, 2013
Ellie Kelepouris, MD, chief of the Division of Nephrology & Hypertension in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Dec. 18 Newsworks article about raising the blood pressure threshold when prescribing education to elderly patients.
Drexel to Host First-Ever Philly Chef Conference
Dec 18, 2013
The Philly Chef Conference hosted by Drexel’s Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was featured on Zagat.com, Foobooz.com, Philly.com and in the Philadelphia City Paper on Dec. 18. Michael Troud, director of the Hospitality Management program, was quoted.
Holiday Shopping
Dec 18, 2013
Rajneesh Suri, PhD, a professor in LeBow College of Business, was interviewed on KYW-TV (CBS-3) on Dec. 18 for a segment about the shorter holiday shopping season and last-minute sales.
5 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Identity Theft
Dec 18, 2013
Robert D’Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a US News & World Report story about identity theft on Dec. 18.
MBAs Don’t Get Much Love (or Money) From the Ivory Tower
Dec 18, 2013
President John A. Fry was mentioned in a Dec. 18 Bloomberg Businessweek article for being one of three highest paid university presidents with an MBA.
Drexel’s John Fry On Innovation Neighborhood, Schools, UCHS, & The Culture Of “Moving Fast”
Dec 18, 2013
Drexel President John A. Fry was featured on Hidden City on Dec. 18 in an article about his vision for the University and Philadelphia.
Frank Lee
Dec 18, 2013
Frank Lee, PhD, an associate professor in Westphal College and director of the Entrepreneurial Game Studio, was interviewed in a Dec. 18 WXDE-FM (Delaware 105.9) segment about recreating the classic Atari game Pong on the Cira Center last spring.
Exploration Art
Dec 18, 2013
Robert McCracken Peck, curator of art and artifacts and senior fellow of the Academy of Natural Sciences, and Ted Daeschler, PhD, associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and vice president of collections at the Academy of Natural Sciences, were quoted in an article on exploration art in the January issue of National Geographic.
Wall Street’s Version Of Ultimate Fighting: The Proxy Battle
Dec 17, 2013
David Becher, PhD, an associate professor in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Dec. 17 BuzzFeed article about proxy battles.
Philadelphia's Oyster House donating used shells to save Delaware Bay
Dec 17, 2013
Danielle Kreeger, PhD, research associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Dec. 17 Philly.com article about Philadelphia’s Oyster House giving back used shells to the Delaware Bay estuary through a partnership with BaySave Foundation.
Doctors: ADHD is a Lifelong Condition; Long-Term Effects of Drugs Uncertain
Dec 17, 2013
Chuck Williams, PhD, an associate teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and School of Education, was interviewed on FOX News’ “Happening Now” on Dec. 17 about ADHD diagnoses.
Drexel Law School Drops Mack Name to Pursue Fundraising
Dec 17, 2013
The Legal Intelligencer published a blog post on Dec. 17 about Drexelremoving benefactor Earle Mack’s name from the School of Law. TheABA JournalandJD Journal also published short stories on the change.
Chronic Wounds
Dec 16, 2013
Michael Weingarten, MD, a professor in the College of Medicine, and Josh Samuels, a graduate student in the School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems, were featured in video about their research into using ultrasound to heal chronic wounds that was produced by the National Institute of Health. The piece was picked up by WGNO-TV (New Orleans) on Dec. 16.
Manufacturing in Philadelphia
Dec 16, 2013
Paul Harrington, PhD, a professor in the School of Education and director of the Center for Labor Markets and Policy, was interviewed in a Dec. 15 WCAU-TV (NBC 10) segment about a new report on manufacturing opportunities in Philadelphia.
THOR and THOR-OP
Dec 16, 2013
Paul Oh, PhD, a professor in the College of Engineering and head of the Drexel Autonomous Systems Laboratory, was quoted in a Dec. 16 Popular Science “Zero Moment” blog post about the teams competing in the DARPA Robotics Challenge this week.
Live Line: Dr. Chuck Williams
Dec 16, 2013
Chuck Williams, PhD, an associate clinical professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and School of Education, was interviewed on KFBK-FM (Sacramento) on Dec. 16 about the one-year anniversary of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
At Drexel law school, a donor's name comes down
Dec 16, 2013
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 16 Philadelphia Inquirer article for removing benefactor Earle Mack’s name from the Law School. The story was also covered in a Dec. 16 CBSPhilly.com post and an Associated Press story that was picked up by several outlets. The Philadelphia Business Journal posted a story on Dec. 17.
One Drop, but Many Views on Race
Dec 16, 2013
A new book by Yaba Blay, PhD, an assistant teaching professor and co-director of the Africana Studies program in the College of Arts and Sciences, was featured in the New York Times’ “Lens Blog” on Dec. 16.
The Case of 'Affluenza'
Dec 16, 2013
Chuck Williams, PhD, associate teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and School of Education, was interviewed on FOX News’ “Happening Now” on Dec. 13 about Texas teen Ethan Couch’s use of the “affluenza” defense in the drunk-driving death of four people.
This Manufacturing Rebirth
Dec 15, 2013
President John A. Fry was mentioned in a Dec. 15 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) segment for bolstering engineering education in Pennsylvania.
Executive Compensation at Private Colleges, 2011
Dec 15, 2013
President John A. Fry placed 41st in a Dec. 15 Chronicle of Higher Education list of highest-compensated university presidents in 2011. A Dec. 15Philadelphia Inquirer article covered the story and quoted Richard A. Greenawalt, chairman of Drexel’s Board of Trustees.
How Hubo The Robot Could Save The World
Dec 14, 2013
Drexel’s Hubo was featured in a Dec. 14 Business Insider article about the DARPA Robotics Challenge.
What's the future for 'affluenza' defenses?
Dec 14, 2013
Daniel Filler, a professor and senior associate dean for academic and faculty affairs in the School of Law, was quoted in a USA Today story on Dec. 14 about Texas teen Ethan Couch’s use of the “affluenza” defense in the drunk-driving death of four people.
Things to Do
Dec 13, 2013
The “Dinosaurs Unearthed” exhibit at the Academy of Natural Sciences was featured in a Dec. 14 WPVI-TV (6-abc) segment.
A spotlight on a vital, if unsung, legal role
Dec 13, 2013
Roger Dennis, founding Dean of the School of Law, was mentioned in a Dec. 13 Philadelphia Business Journal article about the Business Journal’s Corporate Counsel Awards, for which he served as a judge.
Why the Stigma Against Depression at Work Is Real
Dec 13, 2013
Helen Coones, PhD, a clinical associate professor at the College of Medicine, was featured in a Dec. 13 Health.com video about coping with depression at work.
Needed: Climate Change 101 for Pennsylvania politicians
Dec 13, 2013
Michael Yudell, PhD, an associate professor in the School of Public Health, authored a Dec. 12 Philly.com “The Public’s Health” blog post about the need for Pennsylvania politicians to address climate change.
Study shows just 0.1 percent of NIH funding went to LGBT research
Dec 13, 2013
Randall Sell, ScD, an associate professor in the School of Public Health, was quoted in a Pittsburgh City Paper article on Dec. 13 about the low proportion of NIH research funding that goes to study of LGBT health issues.
An Exploration of What It Means to Be Black
Dec 13, 2013
Yaba Blay, PhD, an assistant teaching professor and co-director of the Africana Studies program in the College of Arts and Sciences, was featured on TheRoot.com on Dec. 13 for her new book on racial identity.
Enrollment numbers double in second month of Obamacare registration
Dec 12, 2013
Robert Field, PhD, a professor in the School of Law and School of Public Health, was quoted in a WHYY/Newsworks.org story on Dec. 12 about enrollment in Obamacare.
How industry leaders plan to face 2014′s economy head-on
Dec 12, 2013
Drexel President John A. Fry was featured in the December edition of Smart CEO in an article about industry leaders’ plans for facing 2014’s economy.
Center For School Crisis and Bereavement gets $1.4 million grant
Dec 12, 2013
David Schonfeld, MD, professor and chair of the Department of Pediatrics at the College of Medicine and the pediatrician-in-chief and director of the National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement that operates out of the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Dec. 12 Philadelphia Business Journal about a four-year, $1.4 million grant the Center received from the New York Life Foundation.
Seasons Greetings
Dec 11, 2013
Drexel was featured in a Dec. 11 WPVI-TV (6-abc), a KYW-TV (CBS-3) and a CW-Philly segment for collecting and bagging 5,000 toys that will be distributed next week to 50 local organizations.
DreamIt Ventures gets new home, $3M investment
Dec 11, 2013
Keith Orris, senior vice president for corporate relations and economic development, was quoted in a Dec. 11 Philadelphia Business Journal story about Drexel’s partnership with the University City Science Center and DreamIt Ventures to create an innovation hub at 3401 Market St. Related stories also ran on Philly.com and Technically Philly, and the partnership was mentioned on KYW Newsradio (1060AM).
5-Year Anniversary Sheds Light on Hunger
Dec 11, 2013
Mariana Chilton, PhD, an associate professor and director of the Center for Hunger-Free Communities in the School of Public Health, was interviewed on WCAU-TV (NBC-10) on Dec. 11 in a story featuring the fifth anniversary of the Witnesses to Hunger program.
Young Philadelphians driving less, raising kids outside of 'car culture'
Dec 11, 2013
Mimi Sheller, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a WHYY/Newsworks.org story on Dec. 11 about young Philadelphians choosing to be car-less.
Business news in brief
Dec 11, 2013
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 11 Philadelphia Inquirer “Business News in Brief” section for forming a partnership with University City Science Center to turn the second floor of the Science Center building into a business-incubation hub.
Witnesses now warriors against hunger
Dec 11, 2013
Mariana Chilton, PhD, an associate professor and director of the Center for Hunger-Free Communities in the School of Public Health, was quoted in a feature article in the Philadelphia Inquirer on Dec. 11 about the fifth anniversary of the Witnesses to Hunger program she founded, empowering caregivers of children to advocate for changes to end poverty through photographs.
Drexel student creates ‘Fabulous Brown Girls’ card collection
Dec 11, 2013
Veronica Marché Miller, a graduate student in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was featured in the Philadelphia Tribune on Dec. 11 for her new line of holiday cards, “Fabulous Brown Girls.” The story was picked up by EBONY.com.
Philly bicycles crashes get mapped
Dec 10, 2013
Mary Ashley, a graduate student in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Dec. 10 Metro story about a bicycle crash map implemented for the city of Philadelphia.
5 Health Habits That Reduce Your Risk of Dementia
Dec 10, 2013
Research by Evan M. Forman, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, and James Herbert, PhD, and Michael Lowe, PhD, professors in the College of Arts and Sciences, were mentioned in a Dec. 10 Yahoo! Shine article about health habits that reduce the risk of dementia.
3 Things You Should Know about the Affordable Care Act
Dec 10, 2013
Robert Field, PhD, a professor in the School of Law and School of Public Health, was interviewed on FOX-40 (Sacramento) about the Affordable Care Act on Dec. 10.
Experts: Temple cut sports because football not producing enough revenue
Dec 10, 2013
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Center for Hospitality & Sport Management, was quoted in a Philadelphia Business Journal story on Dec. 10 about Temple University cutting seven sports programs.
Venezuela Elections
Dec 7, 2013
George Ciccariello-Maher, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on Al Jazeera America on Dec. 7 about the municipal election in Venezuela. He was also quoted in stories on this topic in USA Todayand The Telegraph (UK).
Foundation hopes to fill a void by helping autistic young adults
Dec 4, 2013
Paul Shattuck, PhD, an associate professor in the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute and School of Public Health, was quoted in a Chicago Tribune column on Dec. 4 about the lack of services and research into service needs for adults on the autism spectrum.
Is Venezuela in crisis?
Dec 2, 2013
George Ciccariello-Maher, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in an Al Jazeera English opinion piece on Dec. 2 about whether or not Venezuela is facing a crisis situation.
Calif. high school to keep "Arabs" mascot despite uproar
Dec 2, 2013
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Center for Hospitality & Sport Management, was quoted in an Associated Press story on Dec. 2 about a California high school’s Arab mascot, which has sparked debate about ethnic mascots.
On government and health care
Dec 1, 2013
A new book by Robert Field, PhD, a professor in the Earle Mack School of Law and School of Public Health, was reviewed in ThePhiladelphia Inquirer on Dec. 1. He was quoted in a WHYY-Newsworks.org story about Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield cancelling some health care on Nov. 29.

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