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2014

December

Studying Bird Lice for Answers on Pathogens and Evolution
Dec 31, 2014
Jason Weckstein, PhD, associate curator of ornithology at the Academy of Natural Sciences and an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was featured in a Philadelphia Inquirer story on Dec. about his research and his new position at Drexel and the Academy. Ted Daeschler, PhD, vice president and associate curator at the Academy and an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was also quoted in the story.
Philadelphia Universities’ Expansion Drove Wider Gentrification, Tension
Dec 31, 2014
Brian Keech, Drexel’s senior vice president in the office of government and community relations, was quoted in a Dec. 31 Al Jazeera America article about the gentrification in West Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Should Resist Marcellus 'Energy Hub' Vision
Dec 31, 2014
Drexel was mentioned for hosting a conference on Philadelphia’s “energy hub” future in a Dec. 31 WHYY-FM/Newsworks.org article.
What You Should Really Be Looking For On A Nutrition Label
Dec 31, 2014
Nyree Dardarian, an instructor and director of the Center for Integrated Nutrition & Performance in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Prevention article in December 2014 about reading nutrition labels.
Drexel University Creates the Dornsife Center for Neighborhood Partnerships
Dec 30, 2014
Jennifer Britton, associate director of the Lindy Institute, authored a December Planning for Higher Education Journal article about the Dornsife Center for Neighborhood Partnerships. President John A. Fry and Lucy Kerman, PhD, vice provost for university and community partnerships, were mentioned.
Behind Oregon's (Phil) Knight in Shining Armor
Dec 30, 2014
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was quoted in a USA Today story on Dec. 30 in a story about Phil Knight’s $10 million donation to the University of Oregon’s football team.
Polygon's 50 Admirable Gaming People of 2014
Dec 30, 2014
Frank Lee, PhD, an associate professor in Westphal College of Media Arts & Design and founder of the Entrepreneurial Game Studio, was featured in Polygon’s “50 Admirable Gaming People of 2014” list on Dec. 30 and Popular Science’s “The Most Amazing Science And Technology Images of the Year” on Dec. 26 for his participatory public art display that put a giant game of Tetris on Philadelphia’s Cira Centre office building. He was also mentioned in BillyPenn.com’s “2014 in Philly Tech” list.
Message to DNC: Philly Mayoral Field 'All in' For 2016 Convention Bid
Dec 30, 2014
President John Fry was mentioned in a Dec. 30 Philadelphia Inquirer article for attending a meeting pitching Philadelphia as the host city of the Democratic National Convention.
Political Predictions for 2015
Dec 30, 2014
William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on EBRU-TV on Dec. 30 about political predictions for 2015.
Four Predictions for 2015 in Philly's Burgeoning Tech Sector
Dec 30, 2014
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 30 Philadelphia Business Journal article for promoting Philadelphia’s reputation as an innovation hub.
College Basketball: Drexel Women's Win is No.200 for Dillon
Dec 30, 2014
Women’s Basketball Head Coach Denise Dillon was mentioned in a Dec. 30 Philly.com story about the Dragons’ victory over Miami of Ohio —which was her 200th career win. Dillon has been head coach of the Drexel program since 2003.
The Value of Giving Young, Skilled Workers a Chance
Dec 29, 2014
Stanley Silverman, vice chairman of Drexel’s Board of Trustees, authored a Dec. 29 Philadelphia Business Journal article about the leadership skills demonstrated by his two editors Julia Casciato and Alexa Josaphouitch, two undergraduate students in the College of Arts and Sciences, gained through their leadership positions at Drexel student organizations like The Triangle, the Drexel Publishing Group and Drexel Peer Readers.
Morgan Lewis-Bingham Deal Tops the Biggest Local Law Stories of 2014
Dec 29, 2014
The renaming and $50 million donation from Thomas R. Kline towards the Thomas R. Kline School of Law was named one of the biggest local law stories in a Dec. 29 Philadelphia Business Journal article.
Somerville Program Helps Young Adults Develop Skills for Employment
Dec 29, 2014
Research from Drexel’s Center for Labor Markets and Policy was referenced in a Dec. 29 Boston Herald article about a program that helps young adults develop skills for employment.
An Exhibit You Can Sink Your Teeth In
Dec 29, 2014
The Academy of Natural Sciences was mentioned in a Dec. 28 WPVI-TV (6-abc) segment about the Academy’s current exhibit “Chocolate: The Exhibition.”
Wunderlust and a Wedding Dress
Dec 29, 2014
Jeff Salvage, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Computing & Informatics, was featured in a Dec. 29 Yahoo!TV –Australia segment about he and his wife traveling the world to take pictures in exotic locations of her wearing hear wedding dress.
Bruising, Red Dots on Body Point to a Problem
Dec 28, 2014
Daniel Taylor, MD, an associate professor in the College of Medicine, authored a Dec. 28 Philadelphia Inquirer article about detecting cystic fibrosis in infants.
Mass Transit Meets Engineering Meets Disney
Dec 28, 2014
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 28 Engineering.com post about Disney’s Imaginations design competition. A design for a Disney-themed transpiration system for Sydney, Australia, submitted by a group of undergraduate students from Drexel’s College of Engineering, was selected as a finalist in the competition.
Taking a Look at Anxiety in Autism
Dec 28, 2014
Connor Kerns, PhD, an assistant professor in the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, was quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer story on Dec. 28 about her research on anxiety in individuals with autism.
Drexel to End Degree Programs with Community Colleges
Dec 28, 2014
Drexel’s decision to end degree programs with community colleges was featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer on Dec. 28. The decision was mentioned in a Jan 5. Philadelphia Inquirer story about changes to education in New Jersey.
Millions Dealing With Gaming Blackout
Dec 26, 2014
Rob D’Ovidio, PhD, associate professor and associate dean for humanities and social science research in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on KYW-TV (CBS-3) on Dec. 26 about Playstation and XBOX blackouts.
Report Highlights Impact of Losing SNAP Benefits
Dec 23, 2014
A new report released by Drexel’s Center for Hunger-Free Communities and Children’s HealthWatch was noted in the Philadelphia Tribune on Dec. 23. The report focuses on how losing benefits affects families as they transition out of poverty.
Are We on the Verge of a New Civil Rights Movement?
Dec 23, 2014
Donald Tibbs, JD, PhD, associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was interviewed on WHYY’s “Radio Times” on Dec. 23 about whether or not we are on the verge of a new civil rights movement.
Local Law School First-Year Enrollment Down 35 Percent Since Recession
Dec 23, 2014
Drexel was mentioned in a Philadelphia Business Journal story on Dec. 23 about the decline in enrollment at local law schools.
Long-Time Allies, Cuba and Venezuela go Different Ways
Dec 23, 2014
Q&A: Why Campus Rape Victims Usually Don’t Report
Dec 22, 2014
An Associated Press article quoting David S. Cohen, an associate professor of law at the Kline School of Law, on sexual assaults was picked up by KRQE-TV (CBS-New Mexico) on Dec. 22.
The Journey of a Former CEO: From Boardroom to Columnist on Effective Leadership
Dec 22, 2014
Guest commentary by Stanley Silverman, vice chairman of Drexel’s Board of Trustees, was featured in the Philadelphia Business Journal on Dec. 22. The post noted a trip to Silicon Valley coordinated by the Close School of Entrepreneurship.
Drexel Appoints Shintaro Kaido Director of Start-up Services for Drexel Ventures
Dec 22, 2014
The appointment of Shintaro Kaido, director of start-up services for Drexel Ventures, was noted in The Philadelphia Inquirer on Dec. 22.
Families Can Refine Their Sweet Tooth at Chocolate Exhibition
Dec 21, 2014
WPVI-TV’s (6-abc) “FYI Philly” featured the chocolate exhibition at the Academy of Natural Sciences on Dec. 21.
PA Books: “Saint Katharine”
Dec 21, 2014
Cordelia Frances Biddle, a Drexel family member who teaches in the Pennoni Honors College, was interviewed in a Dec. 21 segment on Pennsylvania Cable Network about a book she wrote about her ancestor, Saint Katharine Drexel.
The Ethics of Joke Science
Dec 20, 2014
Lawrence Souder, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, and Maryam Ronaugh an international student engagement coordinator in the Office of Student Affairs, were quoted in a Dec. 20 Discover “Neuroskeptic” blog post about their research on the ethics of ironic science.
Chabad on Campus Marks a Major Milestone: 220 Centers Worldwide
Dec 19, 2014
Students from Drexel’s Chabad on Campus group were pictured in a Dec. 19 Jewish Philanthropy blog post about the growth of the program internationally.
Future Lawyers Get Their First Taste with PAL Mock Trial
Dec 19, 2014
Students in the Thomas R. Kline School of Law were mentioned in a Dec. 19 post on The All PAL Bulletin about their participation in a mock trial program for local high school students.
Dec 19 ANS Uwushunu
Dec 19, 2014
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University was featured in a Dec. 19 Uwishunu.com post about its All-Star Days events that will showcase the most popular family and special programs from Dec. 27-30.
Staples Is Latest Retailer Hit With Data Breach
Dec 19, 2014
Rob D’Ovidio, PhD, associate professor and associate research dean for the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on KYW-TV (CBS-3) about a data breach at Staples stores on Dec. 19.
Facts About Mercury (Hg)
Dec 19, 2014
Daniel King, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Dec. 19 LiveScience post about mercury.
The Aftermath of the Sony Hack
Dec 18, 2014
Rob D’Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a KTXL-TV (FOX-40 Sacramento) segment about the aftermath of Sony Pictures Entertainment’s computer system being hacked.
Can Activists Provide Useful Scientific Data?
Dec 18, 2014
Gwen Ottinger, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Dec. 18 WHYY-FM/Newsworks.org “The Pulse” story about scientific data used by activists.
Local College Students are Getting in the Spirit of the Holiday Season
Dec 18, 2014
Drexel’s 41st Annual Turkey Project Distribution was featured in several WCAU-TV (NBC-10) segments on Dec. 18.
How Will Falling Gas Prices Affect Sacramento Businesses?
Dec 18, 2014
Sally Hamilton, PhD, an assistant clinical professor at Drexel Sacramento, was quoted in a Dec. 18 Sacramento Business Journal story about holiday gas prices.
Tech Clay Could Play a Role in Powering the Next Generation of Wireless Gadgets
Dec 18, 2014
Michel Barsoum, PhD, Distinguished professor in the College of Engineering, and doctoral engineering students Maria Lukatskaya and Michael Ghidiu, were quoted in a Dec. 18 WHYY-FM/Newsworks.org story about a new conductive material they created called MXene clay.
Drexel Turkey Project
Dec 18, 2014
Drexel’s 41st Annual Turkey Project Distribution was featured in several FOX-TV (FOX-29) “Good Day Philadelphia” segments on Dec. 18.
Immigration Focus can Help Boost Pa. Economy
Dec 18, 2014
Ambassador Joseph M. Torsella (Ret.), distinguished visiting fellow in the College of Arts and Sciences’ Center for Public Policy, wrote an op-ed for the Philadelphia Inquirer about how immigration can help Pennsylvania’s economy on Dec. 18.
Local Businesses Mull Cuban Trade Possibilities
Dec 18, 2014
Roy Carriker, PhD, a teaching professor in the Close School of Entrepreneurship, was quoted in a Dec. 18 Philadelphia Inquirer article about local businesses who would be affected by the reestablished diplomatic ties between Cuba and the U.S.
The Drexel Rock Scene: 'Putting Together a Sick Show for the Sake of Doing it'
Dec 18, 2014
Several Drexel alumni and current student Richie Straub, an undergraduate student in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, were quoted in a Dec. 18 Philadelphia Inquirer article about Drexel’s music scene.
Menu Calorie Counts: ‘Personal Responsibility’ or Public Health Measure?
Dec 17, 2014
A study led by Amy Auchincloss, PhD, an assistant professor in the School of Public Health, about the effect of menu labeling laws on public health, was mentioned in a Civil Eats article on Dec. 17.
Pieces Coming Together for a Schuylkill Riverside Community
Dec 17, 2014
Keith Orris, senior vice president for corporate relations and economic development, was quoted in a Dec. 16 Philadelphia Inquirer article about how Drexel’s plan for the Innovation Neighborhood will impact the Schuylkill River area. The 30th Street Station District Plan was also highlighted.
Analyst: Low Gas Prices Will Spur Holiday Spending
Dec 17, 2014
Sally Hamilton, PhD, an assistant clinical professor at Drexel Sacramento, was quoted in a Dec. 17 Capital Public Radio story about holiday gas prices.
Betting on the Need, Scientists Work on Lighter, Cleaner Nuclear Energy
Dec 16, 2014
Research by Darin J. Tallman, a doctoral candidate in the College of Engineering, was mentioned in a Dec. 16 New York Times story about scientists who work on cleaner nuclear energy.
It is Tendinopathy, not Tendinitis
Dec 16, 2014
Thomas Trojian, MD, faculty member in the College of Medicine and lead physician for Drexel Athletics, authored a post about tendon injuries that appeared in a Dec. 16 Philly.com “Sports Doc Blog.”
Massive Dinosaur Skeleton Heads Back to Argentina
Dec 16, 2014
Kenneth Lacovara, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was featured in a Philadelphia Inquirer story on Dec. 16 about returning the massive dinosaur Dreadnoughtus schrani to its permanent home in Argentina. A Newsworks story about returning the fossils also ran on NBCPhiladelphia.comon Dec. 14.
Past Problems Saddle School of the Future
Dec 16, 2014
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 16 Philadelphia Tribune article for partnering with the School of the Future.
Drexel Student’s Invention Keeps Germs Off Your Coffee Lid
Dec 16, 2014
Clip N’ Go Lids, a startup created by Patrick Bowlin, an undergraduate student in the College of Engineering and the Close School of Entrepreneurship, was featured in a Dec. 16 KYW-AM (1060-AM) story.
The Most Amazing Science Images Of 2014
Dec 16, 2014
A story about the best science images of 2014 on io9.com on Dec. 16 featured the dinosaur Dreadnoughtus schrani discovered by Kenneth Lacovara, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, for an image by photographer Robert Clark of Lacovara’s son with the fossil scapula.
Questions Linger as Ex-Marine Sought in Montco Killing Spree Stabs Self to DeathDec 16 Zillmer DN
Dec 16, 2014
Eric Zillmer, PsyD, Carl R. Pacifico professor of neuropsychology in the College of Arts and Sciences and director of athletics, was quoted in a Philadelphia Daily News story on Dec. 16 about a military veteran who went on a killing spree in Montgomery County.
Lack of Funding Forcing Philadelphia Singers to Disband
Dec 16, 2014
Julie Hawkins, assistant professor and arts administration program director in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was quoted in a WHYY/Newsworks.org story on Dec. 16 about the Philadelphia Singers being forced to disband due to a lack of funding.
Architects Aim to Make Us Healthier with "Irresistible Staircases" and Open Layouts
Dec 15, 2014
A new research project looking at the health impact of urban environments was mentioned in a Scientific American story on Dec. 15 about design and health. Drexel’s new project involves collaboration among researchers from the School of Public Health and Westphal College of Media Arts & Design.
The Hypocrisy of Revitalization: Universities in Black Communities
Dec 15, 2014
A Politico article on President John A. Fry’s efforts in the Mantua neighborhood was mentioned in a Dec. 15 Atlantic story about revitalization of universities in black communities.
Avoiding The 'Eew . . . Goo'
Dec 15, 2014
Clip N’ Go Lids, a startup created by Patrick Bowlin, an undergraduate student in the College of Engineering with a minor in entrepreneurship in the Close School of Entrepreneurship, was featured in a Dec. 15 Philadelphia Inquirer article. Damian Salas, an assistant teaching professor in the Close School of Entrepreneurship, was quoted and Naomi Zbello, an undergraduate student in the LeBow College of Business and School of Economics, was mentioned.
‘Quality Over Quantity’ Leads To Success In Philadelphia Criminology Field
Dec 15, 2014
Robert Kane, PhD, professor and director of the Department of Criminology and Justice Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on CBSLocal.com on Dec. 15 about careers in criminology.
Dreadnoughtus Prepares to go Home
Dec 14, 2014
As Cops Look for Drexel Student's Alleged Rapist, Another is Arrested
Dec 12, 2014
Follow-up stories about sexual assaults near Drexel’s campus ran in several media outlets on Dec. 12, including the Philadelphia Daily News, WCAU-TV (NBC-10)and WPVI-TV (6-abc).
Dreadnoughtus Prepares to go Home
Dec 12, 2014
Kenneth Lacovara, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a story on WHYY’s “The Pulse” and Newsworks.org on Dec. 12 about the process of returning the fossil bones of the dinosaur Dreadnoughtus schrani he discovered to their permanent home in Argentina.
"Chocolate: The Exhibition"
Dec 12, 2014
Jennifer Sontchi, director of exhibits at the Academy of Natural Sciences, was quoted in a Dec. 12 WPVI-TV (6-abc) segment about the Academy’s current exhibit “Chocolate: The Exhibition.”
Questions Remain on Ebola Waste Disposal
Dec 12, 2014
Charles Haas, PhD, LD Betz professor in the College of Engineering, was mentioned in a Dec. 12 Voice of America story about research he’s undertaking with scientists at the University of Pittsburgh to study how long the Ebola virus can survive outside the body.
2014-12-12 Protests across the US over Race Tensions
Dec 12, 2014
Donald Tibbs, JD, PhD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was interviewed on China Radio International on Dec. 12 about race tensions across the United States.
Olive Sunbirds, Wood Mice and the Race to Save African Wildlife
Dec 12, 2014
Katy Gonder, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a story and video on LiveScience.com on Dec. 12 about her research and conservation efforts with biodiversity in central Africa.
Part of Drexel University Looks Like Santa's Workshop Today
Dec 11, 2014
Drexel was mentioned for having students, faculty and staff participating in the University’s toy drive in a Dec. 11 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) segment.
Q&A: Why Campus Rape Victims Usually Don't Report
Dec 11, 2014
David S. Cohen, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in an Associated Press story on Dec. 11 about victims of sexual assault, which was picked up by ABC News, Washington Post, Sacramento Bee and numerous other outlets.
Your Retirement Fund Is Slowly Evaporating
Dec 11, 2014
Norman Stein, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Vice News story on Dec. 11 about retirement funds.
They'd Have You Work Out in Clothes Made From Your Water Bottle
Dec 11, 2014
Ashley Revay and Erin Moffitt, undergraduate students in the LeBow College of Business and Close School of Entrepreneurship, were featured in a Dec. 11 Philadelphia Daily News story about their eco-friendly active wear start-up, Chakra Fitwear.
The Epic World of LARP is Not Only in the Imagination
Dec 11, 2014
James Frishkoff, an undergraduate student in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a Dec. 11 WHYY-FM/Newsworks.org story for his involvement with Uncharted Horizons, a Philadelphia LARP community.
The Season of Giving
Dec 10, 2014
Drexel was mentioned for having students, faculty and staff participating in the University’s toy drive in a Dec. 10 WPVI-TV (6-abc) segment. The story also ran on WPHL-TV (PHL-17).
Texting Love Triangle Leads to Stabbing of Drexel Student; Two Arrested
Dec 10, 2014
Follow-up stories about a stabbing that occurred on Drexel’s campus ran in several media outlets on Dec. 10, including the Philadelphia Daily News.
Drexel Student Raped in Her Apartment
Dec 10, 2014
Drexel University Police were mentioned in a Dec. 10 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) segment about a student who was sexually assaulted off-campus. Most major local media outlets also covered the story.
Drexel University and Wexford Science Technology Continue Conversations
Dec 10, 2014
An article in the University City Review on Dec. 10 featured the ongoing community stakeholder meetings between Drexel, Wexford Science Technology and local residents about the development of the University City High School site.
Cheaper Viewing Packages to Charm 'Cord-Cutters'
Dec 10, 2014
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 9 Philadelphia Inquirer article for participating in Comcast’s “Xfinity on Campus” program.
2 Students Charged After Stabbing at Drexel University
Dec 10, 2014
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 9 WPVI-TV (6-abc) segments about a student who was stabbed by another student during an altercation on campus Dec. 9. The story was also reported in Dec. 10 stories on WCAU-TV (NBC-10), KYW-AM (1060-AM), Philly.com and KYW-TV (CBS-3).
Homeland Security Expert Weighs in on Senate's CIA Torture Report
Dec 9, 2014
Scott White, PhD, an associate teaching professor in the College of Computing and Informatics, was interviewed on KFBK-Radio (Sacramento) on Dec. 9 in a story about the U.S. Senate’s report on the CIA using torture methods as part of its interrogation procedures in the aftermath of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
The Pulse Celebrates 1 Year With Live Studio Production
Dec 9, 2014
Kenneth Lacovara, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was featured in a Newsworks.org story on Dec. 9 for sharing his discovery of the dinosaur Dreadnoughtus schrani at the anniversary live show of WHYY’s “The Pulse.”
Guiding African Wildlife Through Global Warming
Dec 9, 2014
Katy Gonder, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a story and video on LiveScience.com on Dec. 9 about her research and conservation efforts with biodiversity in central Africa.
Drexel University Lab Develops Next Generation Power Source
Dec 8, 2014
Drexel research to develop conductive clay was featured in a Dec. 8 Metro story. Michael Ghidiu, a doctoral student at Drexel's College of Engineering, was quoted. Michel Barsoum, PhD, Distinguished professor in the College of Engineering, was mentioned in the piece and Yury Gogotsi,PhD, Distinguished University and Trustee Chair professor in the College of Engineering, and Maria Lukatskaya, a doctoral student in the College of Engineering, were pictured.
Drexel Master's Student Wins $100,000 Halftime College Bowl Prize
Dec 8, 2014
Mike Dodds, a graduate student in the School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems, was featured in a Dec. 8 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) story and WPVI-TV (6-abc) segment for wining the $100,000 Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway Halftime College Bowl Prize.
Top 100 Stories of 2014
Dec 8, 2014
Kenneth Lacovara, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in the January/February 2015 issue of Discover magazine in the “Top 100 Stories of 2014” feature. His team’s discovery of the supermassive dinosaur Dreadnoughtus schrani was ranked 21st among the year’s top scientific discoveries.
Health Minister Cautious as US Health Info Expert Warns of Medical Records System Pitfalls
Dec 8, 2014
Scot Silverstein, PhD, an adjunct professor in the College of Computing & Informatics, was quoted in a Dec. 8 Calgary Herald story about British Columbia’s effort to build a province-wide electronic medical records system.
A Dip in the Ocean, All Year Long
Dec 7, 2014
Kevin Wingert, an undergraduate student in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Dec. 7 Philadelphia Inquirer story about his uncle’s quest to swim in the Atlantic Ocean every day this year.
Doubts About UVa Rape Account Leave Concerns About Consequences
Dec 7, 2014
David S. Cohen, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Chronicle of Higher Education story on Dec. 7 about rape allegations at the University of Virginia.
December 2014: Philabundance, Soul Music and the Gross Lab
Dec 6, 2014
A story about the College of Medicine’s collaboration with a New York City art consortium aired on WHYY-TV’s “Friday Arts” show on Dec. 6. College of Medicine faculty Itzhak Fischer, PhD, professor and chair; Bruce Hirsch, PhD, associate professor; and Theresa Connors, instructor and lab manager, all of the Department of Neurobiology & Anatomy, were featured.
Local Company Working To Make Workouts Environmentally Friendly
Dec 6, 2014
Ashley Revay and Erin Moffitt, undergraduate students in the LeBow College of Business and Close School of Entrepreneurship, were featured in a Dec. 6 CBSPhiladelphia.com story about their eco-friendly active wear start-up, Chakra Fitwear.
Summit's Message: Pipeline Key in Shale-Energy Revolution
Dec 5, 2014
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 5 story in The Philadelphia Inquirer, KYW Newsradio (1060-AM)and WHYY-FMsegments and a post on NPR’s “StateImpact” blog about “Greater Philadelphia: The Next Energy Hub,” an event hosted on campus last Friday.
Job Numbers Soar, but Obama Gets No Credit
Dec 5, 2014
Paul Harrington, PhD, a professor in the School of Education and director of the Center for Labor Markets and Policy, was quoted in a CNN.com story on Dec. 5 about why soaring job numbers aren’t helping President Obama’s approval ratings.
Environmental Rally
Dec 5, 2014
Tina Richardson, PhD, associate dean for academic affairs in the School of Education, was quoted in a Dec. 4 KYW-AM (1060-AM) article about what Drexel will do after receiving a “Race to the Top” grant.
Police Misconduct
Dec 5, 2014
Robert Kane, PhD, a professor and director of the Criminology and Justice Studies Department in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on WNYC-FM on Dec. 5 about police misconduct.
At Drexel, Clay-Like Substance Could be Battery of Future
Dec 4, 2014
Yury Gogotsi, PhD, Distinguished University and Trustee Chair professor in the College of Engineering, and Michael Ghidiu and Maria Lukatskaya, doctoral students in the college, were quoted in a Dec. 4 Philadelphia Inquirer story about their research to develop conductive clay. Michel Barsoum, PhD, Distinguished professor in the College of Engineering, was also mentioned in the piece.
15 Of The Best Business Books Coming Out In 2015
Dec 4, 2014
Business Insider named a forthcoming book co-authored by John Kounios, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, on “aha” moments, creative insight and the brain as one of the best business books coming out in 2015. The list was published on Dec. 4.
Konami Partners With Drexel University
Dec 4, 2014
Robert Ambrose, an instructor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, wrote a blog post for Casino Life magazine on Dec. 4 about a donation of three slot machines to the casino training lab.
Philadelphia Groups Among Those Benefitting From Pa. ‘Race to the Top’ Education Grants
Dec 4, 2014
Tina Richardson, PhD, associate dean for academic affairs in the School of Education, was quoted in a Dec. 4 KYW-AM (1060-AM) article about what Drexel will do after receiving a “Race to the Top” grant.
Is Believing Message a Threat Make it so Under Law?
Dec 4, 2014
Lisa McElroy, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was interviewed on KPCC 89.3 “Airtalk” about the Supreme Court case regarding social media threats. Her op-ed on this topic ran in the Allentown Morning Call on Dec. 4.
Ditch a Super-Cheap 401(k) for an IRA? Sure, IRA Sellers Say
Dec 4, 2014
Norman Stein, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Wall Street Journal blog post on Dec. 4 about retirement savings.
UVa's Groves: Recorded Criticism of Zero-Tolerance Policies Misconstrued
Dec 3, 2014
Drexel’s zero tolerance policy toward all forms of sexual assault and misconduct was mentioned in a Dec. 3 Daily Progress story about university sexual assault policies.
Healthy Kids Minute: Diagnosing Autism
Dec 3, 2014
Diana Robins, PhD, an associate professor and director of the research program area in early detection and intervention in the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute was interviewed about diagnosing autism in a “Healthy Kids Minute” segment on Philly.com on Dec. 3.
Drexel University Creates a Lump of Clay that Conducts and Stores Electricity
Dec 3, 2014
Conductive clay research by materials scientists in the College of Engineering was featured in Dec. 2 posts on Design News, Geek.com and Before It’s News. Yury Gogotsi, PhD, Distinguished University and Trustee Chair professor; Michel Barsoum, PhD, Distinguished professor; Mengqiang Zhao, PhD, a post-doctoral researcher; and doctoral students Michael Ghidiu and Maria Lukatskaya, were mentioned and quoted in the posts. The team’s work will be published in the journal Nature on Dec. 4.
Why Collectors Collect
Dec 3, 2014
Ronald Bishop, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and interim head of the Department of Communication, was interviewed on WHYY’s “Radio Times” on Dec. 4 about avid collectors.
Philly Girls in Motion Offers the Gift of Movement
Dec 3, 2014
Drexel’s women’s lacrosse team was mentioned in a Dec. 3 Philly.com article for partnering with the Philly Girls in Motion organization.
A Public School in Chestnut Hill Courts the Locals
Dec 3, 2014
Haviva Goldman, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Dec. 3 Philadelphia Inquirer article about J.S. Jenks Elementary School in Chestnut Hill.
Snapchat Buys Into Peer Payment Space With Snapcash
Dec 3, 2014
Rob D’Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a CBSLocal.com story about Snapchat on Dec. 3.
Facebook Case: Does Believing That a Message is a Threat Make it so Under Law?
Dec 2, 2014
Lisa McElroy, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, wrote an op-ed for the Los Angeles Times about what constitutes a “true threat” on Dec. 2.
Two Drexel Students Want You to be Able to Buy Yoga Leggings Made From Plastic Bottles
Dec 2, 2014
Ashley Revay and Erin Moffitt, undergraduate students in the LeBow College of Business and Close School of Entrepreneurship, were featured in a Dec. 2 PhiladelphiaCity Paper story about their eco-friendly active wear start-up, Chakra Fitwear.
The Pulse: The Science of Five Everyday Things
Dec 2, 2014
A Dec. 2 WHYY-FM/Newsworks.org story on research by Sinclair Smith, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, and Christopher Rodolico, a graduate student in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was included in the publication’s Dec. 2 roundup of the top five “science of everyday things” stories in 2014.
High-Tech Woods in Queens Help U.S. Monitor Urban Ecology
Dec 2, 2014
Franco Montalto, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Engineering, and Lauren Smalls-Mantey, a doctoral student in the College of Engineering, were quoted in a Dec. 2 New York Times story about Drexel’s collaborative research with the U.S. Forest Service and New York City Parks Department to study urban ecology.
Most Admired CEO Awards
Dec 2, 2014
John Fry was mentioned in a Dec. 2 Philadelphia Business Journal article for his inclusion in the publications “Most Admired CEO Awards.”
Saxbys and Drexel Team Up to Promote Entrepreneurship
Dec 2, 2014
The Close School of Entrepreneurship was mentioned in a Dec. 2 Yahoo! “Small Business Advisor” and an Entrepreneur post for its partnership with the coffee café chain Saxby’s.
New Venture Aims to Bring Healthy Foods to West Philadelphia
Dec 2, 2014
Jonathan Deutsch, PhD director of Drexel's Center for Hospitality and Sports Management, was quoted in a Dec. 2 Philadelphia Tribune article about the Culinary Arts departments’ involvement in Fresh Start Foods West Philadelphia, which brings healthy eating and economic growth to West Philadelphia.
Drink This to Power Up Your Workout
Dec 2, 2014
Stella Volpe, PhD, a professor and chair of the Department of Nutrition Sciences in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Dec. 2 Health article about the effects of drinking beet juice.
The Importance of World AIDS Day
Dec 2, 2014
Gabrielle Reid, a student in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Dec. 2 Huffington Post article about World AIDS Day.
Can Giving Tuesday Counterbalance Holiday Commercialism?
Dec 2, 2014
Ronald Bishop, PhD, a professor and chair of the Department of Communication in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Christian Science Monitor article about “Giving Tuesday” on Dec. 2.
Drexel's New Clinic Explores the Role of the Arts in Health Care
Dec 2, 2014
An article in the Flying Kite on Dec. 2 featured the use of creative arts therapies and the opening of the Parkway Health & Wellness center in the College of Nursing and Health Professions. Quoted in the story were Susan Smith, PhD, an associate professor and associate dean for health professions graduate education in the college, Sharon Goodill, PhD, a professor and chair of the Department of Creative Arts Therapies; and Elizabeth Templeton, EdD, a clinical assistant professor.
Drexel University Studies Calmative Powers Of Four-Legged Friends
Dec 2, 2014
Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 2 WXTF-TV (FOX-29) segment for hosting Puppy Pawlooza, quoting Kevin Montgomery, director of college operations at LeBow College of Business. The event was also mentioned in Dec. 2 and Dec. 3 KYW-TV (CBS-3) segments and a Dec. 3 KYW-AM (1060-AM)segments quoting Wilfred Agbenyikey, PhD, a postdoctoral research fellow in the School of Public Health. WPVI-TV (6-abc) also reported on the event in a Dec. 2 segment.
Artist Looks for New Home for Old Murals
Dec 1, 2014
Lucy Kerman, PhD, vice provost for university and community partnerships, was quoted in a Dec. 1 Philadelphia Inquirer article about conserving murals from University City High School, which Drexel acquired last year.
Colleges Turn to Therapy Dogs to Help Students
Dec 1, 2014
Kathryn Formica, coordinator of student fitness and wellness at the Drexel Recreation Center, was quoted in a Dec. 1 Metro article about Jersey, Drexel’s on-campus therapy dog. The story ran in the Boston, New York and Philadelphia editions.
A Year of The Pulse, and the Science of Food
Dec 1, 2014
The Academy of Natural Sciences was mentioned in a Dec. 1 WHYY-FM/Newsworks.org “The Pulse” post about its five biggest stories in 2014.
Ferguson Protesters Go Door-To-Door In University City
Dec 1, 2014
A Ferguson demonstration at Drexel was mentioned in a Dec. 1 KYW-TV (CBS-3) segment.
A Snake as Long as a School Bus? Prehistoric Snake Coming to Philly Science Museum
Dec 1, 2014
Jennifer Sontchi, director of exhibits at the Academy of Natural Sciences, was quoted in a Dec. 1 NJ.com article about the Academy’s upcoming exhibit “Titanoboa: Monster Snake.”
'Educational Ecosystem' is Driving Philadelphia Entrepreneurship
Dec 1, 2014
Stan Silverman, vice chairman of Drexel’s Board of Trustees, authored a Dec. 2 column in the Philadelphia Business Journal about Drexel’s connection to Philadelphia’s educational and entrepreneurial ecosystems.
Could Electric Clay be the World's Next Wonder-Material?
Dec 1, 2014
Maria Lukatskaya, a doctoral student in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a Dec. 1 post on Gizmag.com about conductive clay created by researchers from Drexel’s Department of Materials Science and Engineering.
Master Your Cravings
Dec 1, 2014
Evan Forman, PhD, a professor and director of graduate studies in the psychology department in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in the December issue of Self magazine about cravings.

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