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2015

February

Hair or Something Else?
Feb 28, 2015
Argie Allen, PhD, director of clinical training for couple and family therapy in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was interviewed in a Feb. 28 WXTF-TV (FOX-29) segment about comments made by E! “Fashion Police” host Giuliana Rancic about Zendaya’s hair at the Academy Awards.
Food Trucks Advocate For New Rules as Industry Outpaces Restaurants
Feb 28, 2015
Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, director of the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was quoted in a PhillyVoice.com story on Feb. 28 about food trucks.
#PhillyFive Things to Do: Feb. 27, 2015
Feb 27, 2015
Drexel’s Madrigal Dinner hosted by the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design was mentioned in a Feb. 27 Philly.com list of things to do in Philly.
A More Effective Solution for Teen Sexting
Feb 27, 2015
A study on ‘sexting’ – sending sexually explicit text messages – by David DeMatteo, JD, PhD, an associate professor of psychology and law and director of Drexel’s joint JD/PhD program in psychology and law in the College of Arts and Sciences and Kline School of Law, Heidi Strohmaier, a PhD candidate in psychology, and Megan Murphy, a JD/PhD candidate, was cited throughout a Desert News article on Feb. 27.
Libraries of Life
Feb 27, 2015
Nathan K. Lujan, PhD, a postdoctoral fellow at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, co-authored an op-ed in the New York Times on Feb. 27 about the value of natural history museum collections for modern scientific research and conservation.
'Girl Day' Addresses Lack of Women in STEM Fields
Feb 27, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Feb. 27 USA Today College blog post about Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day. The College of Engineering hosted local students as part of the national observance last month.
Colleges Use Amped-Up Recruiting Tactics
Feb 27, 2015
Drexel was mentioned on Bloomberg TV on Feb. 26 for its new admissions strategy to move away from the VIP fast application for applicants.
Snowy Owls, Rarity in Phila. Region, Back for Second Winter
Feb 26, 2015
The Academy of Natural Sciences was mentioned in a Feb. 26 Philadelphia Inquirer article for receiving necropsied snowy owls.
ISIS Targeting Young Recruits
Feb 26, 2015
Scott White, PhD, an associate clinical professor in the College of Computing & Informatics and director of its Computing Security and Technology program, was interviewed in a Feb. 26 KCBS-Radio (San Francisco) about ISIS targeting young people for recruitment.
Young and Entrepreneurial: Serial Developer and Scholly CTO Nick Pirollo
Feb 26, 2015
Scholly, a scholarship app created by Christopher Gray, an undergraduate student in the LeBow College of Business and the Close School of Entrepreneurship, was mentioned in a Feb. 26 Huffington Post profile about the app’s developer and CTO Nick Pirollo, a Drexel alumnus.
Go-To Law Schools Half a Percentage Point Makes the Difference
Feb 26, 2015
The Kline School of Law was listed in a story in the National Law Journal on Feb. 23 for being one of eight law schools that sent between 7.6 and 7.91 percent of 2014 graduates into jobs at the largest firms.
Serial Robberies
Feb 25, 2015
Drexel and the University of Pennsylvania were mentioned in a KYW-TV (CBS-3) story on Feb. 25 about a series of robberies that occurred in University City last week.
The Gas Explosion That Blew a House to Pieces
Feb 25, 2015
Robert Brehm, PhD, an associate teaching professor in the College of Engineering, was interviewed in a Feb. 25 KYW-TV (CBS-3) story about a gas leak that caused an explosion in New Jersey.
Morning Headlines: Historic Building for “The Sound of Philadelphia” Sold
Feb 25, 2015
Toby Seay, an associate professor in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design and the director of the Drexel University Archives, was mentioned in a Feb. 25 Philadelphia Magazine blog post about the original Sigma Sound Studios site being sold for redevelopment, since Drexel archives the studio’s master tapes. A Feb. 26 Philly.comstory also mentioned the Sigma Sound Studios Collection
The Academy Of Natural Sciences Hosts Its After-Hours Mega-Bad Movie Night This Thursday, February 26, With Snacks, Beer And Anaconda
Feb 24, 2015
The Academy of Natural Sciences was mentioned in a Feb. 24 Uwishunu post for hosting a “Mega-Bad Movie Night” in collaboration with the “Titanoboa: Monster Snake” exhibit.
Connecting the Dots in Philly's Neighborhoods
Feb 24, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Feb. 24 Flying KiteMedia post about West Philadelphia neighborhoods.
Gun Violence Galvanizes the Health Professions
Feb 24, 2015
Jonathan Purtle, DrPH, an assistant professor in the School of Public Health, authored a Jan. 24 Philadelphia Inquirer “The Public’s Health” story on addressing gun violence as a public health problem.
A Climate Crusader Melts, Exposing a Profitable Link to Harvard’s Name
Feb 24, 2015
Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a New Republic article on Feb. 24 about the funders behind the climate change denial movement. His research also was cited in a Chronicle of Higher Education story on this topic on Feb. 25
PlanPhilly Moving to WHYY
Feb 24, 2015
Harris Steinberg, executive director of the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation and distinguished teaching professor in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was mentioned in a PhillyMag.com story on Feb. 24 about the PlanPhilly website becoming part of WHYY.
Supreme Court Considers Retirement Plan Lawsuits
Feb 24, 2015
Norman Stein, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in an NPR “Marketplace” story on Feb. 24 about the U.S. Supreme Court considering retirement plan lawsuits.
Toll Bros. Reports 1Q Profits up by 78%
Feb 24, 2015
Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a Feb. 24 Philadelphia Inquirer article about the rising profits of luxury-home builder Toll Bros.
Urban Design and Planning Students Reimagine the Delaware River Waterfront
Feb 24, 2015
An upcoming design charrette hosted by Harris Steinberg, executive director of the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation and distinguished teaching professor in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was featured in the University City Review on Feb. 24. It also was spotlighted in a WHYY/Newsworks story on Feb. 25.
Philly 'Eds and Meds' Boost Economic Dominance
Feb 23, 2015
Robert Francis, vice president of University Facilities, was quoted in a Market News International story on Feb. 23 about the impact of the construction by area colleges on Philadelphia.
Jackpot! New Jersey's Largest Legal Online Win Announced
Feb 23, 2015
Robert Ambrose, an instructor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was quoted in a Press of Atlantic City story on Feb. 23 about New Jersey’s largest legal online jackpot.
Monday Money Tip: Local College Students Vie to Pick Top Stocks
Feb 23, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Feb. 23 Philadelphia Inquirer article for participating in the first Philadelphia Collegiate Stock Competition.
Codefest
Feb 23, 2015
Drexel was mentioned as the host of Philly CodeFest in a Feb. 23 segment on WPVI-TV (6-abc). The two-day coding marathon challenged participants to approach some of society’s biggest problems with creative technological solutions.
Online Degrees Let Students Tap Their Intellectual, Creative Side
Feb 23, 2015
Susan Aldridge, PhD, president of Drexel University Online and senior vice president of online learning at Drexel, was quoted in a Feb. 23 U.S. News & World Report article about the creative benefits of online degrees. The article also mentions the online master’s degree in creativity and innovation offered by the School of Education through Drexel Online and quoted recent alumnus Patrick Leyden.
Cop's 'No Bail' Release Raises Questions of Fairness
Feb 23, 2015
Donald Tibbs, JD, PhD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a USA Today story on Feb. 23 about a New York police officer charged with felony manslaughter who was released without bail.
Shark Tank Leads to No. 1 Spot in App Store for Local Entrepreneur
Feb 23, 2015
Christopher Gray, an undergraduate student in the LeBow College of Business and the Close School of Entrepreneurship, appeared in a Feb. 20 episode of ABC’s “Shark Tank” to pitch his scholarship app, Scholly. The Business Insiderand Entertainment Weekly recapped his appearance on the show after the episode aired. A Feb. 23 Philadelphia Business Journal story stated that the Scholly app was ranked No. 1 on Apple’s app store in the days following the episode’s airing. Philadelphia magazine also posted a story on Feb. 23.
Drexel Student, Saxbys Offer Free Apps
Feb 23, 2015
Christopher Gray, an undergraduate student in the LeBow College of Business and the Close School of Entrepreneurship, was mentioned in a Feb. 23 Philadelphia Daily News story for partnering with Saxbys Coffee to offer the app free to current and future seniors at the Science Leadership Academy. The partnership was also mentioned in a segment about Gray and Scholly that ran on KYW-TV (CBS-3) on Feb. 23.
Galleries: Chakaia Booker's Tire Art From the Mean Streets
Feb 22, 2015
A review of the Chakaia Booker exhibition in the Leonard Pearlstein Gallery of the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design was featured in ThePhiladelphia Inquirer on Feb. 22.
Well Being: Drexel Clinic Helps Runners by Making Gait Assessments
Feb 22, 2015
Stories in ThePhiladelphia Inquirer on Feb. 22 and Philadelphia magazine’s “Be Well Philly” blog on Feb. 20 featured the running assessment services provided by the Department of Physical Therapy in the College of Nursing and Health Professions to help runners improve their form to prevent injury or improve performance. Robert Maschi, DPT, an assistant clinical professor, and Kevin Gard, DPT, a clinical professor, were quoted.
Drexel Loses Leading Scorer for Remainder of Season to Broken Right Hand
Feb 22, 2015
Damion Lee, a junior guard on the men’s basketball team, was featured in posts on Philly.com, NBCSports.com and Comcast SportsNet Philadelphiaposts on Feb. 22. Lee, who was ranked among the top five scorers in the NCAA this year, will miss the remainder of the season with a broken hand suffered over the weekend.
Documents Spur Investigation of Climate Sceptic
Feb 21, 2015
Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a story in Nature magazine on Feb. 21 about funding behind climate change research. The story also ran in Scientific American.
Hahnemann Expands Trauma Support Program to Philadelphia-Area Hospitals
Feb 21, 2015
Ted Corbin, MD, an associate professor in the College of Medicine and School of Public Health, and John Rich, MD, a professor in the School of Public Health, were quoted in a WHYY-FM/Newsworks story on Feb. 21 about the planned citywide expansion of Healing Hurt People, the trauma-informed hospital-based violence intervention program which they run from Drexel’s Center for Nonviolence and Social Justice. The story also ran on NBCPhiladelphia.com on Feb. 23.
Two Unknown Cézanne Sketches Found in Barnes Artworks
Feb 21, 2015
Martha Lucy, PhD, an assistant professor in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer story on Feb. 21 about two recently discovered Cezanne works, which was picked up by numerous outlets, including The Guardian.
Venezuela's Unpopular President Just Threw a Mayor in Jail
Feb 20, 2015
George Ciccariello-Maher, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in an article in the New Republic on Feb. 20 about the president of Venezuela having the mayor of Caracas arrested for alleged involvement in a plot to overthrow the country’s government.
How to Lobby for a Better 401(k)
Feb 20, 2015
Norman Stein, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Wall Street Journal article on Feb. 20 about 401(k) retirement plans. He also was quoted on TheHill.com on Feb. 20 about excessive regulations for financial advisers.
Delaware Valley Engineer of the Year
Feb 20, 2015
Adam Fontecchio, PhD, a professor in the College of Engineering, was mentioned in a Feb. 20 WPVI-TV (6-abc) segment about Delaware Valley Engineer’s Week. Fontecchio was named Delaware Valley Engineer of the Year at a ceremony last week.
New King v. Burwell Plaintiffs' Brief Skips Questions on Standing
Feb 19, 2015
Lisa McElroy, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a story on ModernHealthcare.com about a new brief filed by those challenging the Affordable Care Act in the King v. Burble case on Feb. 19.
Young and Entrepreneurial: The Sky's the Limit for Skyler Logsdon
Feb 19, 2015
The Close School of Entrepreneurship was mentioned in a Feb. 19 Huffington Post article about Drexel alumnus and entrepreneur Skyler Logsdon.
Philadelphia City Council OKs Four More Exemptions to Citywide Indoor Smoking Ban
Feb 19, 2015
Stephen Gambescia, PhD, clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Feb. 19 KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) story about Philadelphia City Council’s recent decision to approve exemptions for four more drinking establishments from the city’s smoking ban.
Frozen Building Danger
Feb 19, 2015
Joseph Martin, PhD, a professor in the College of Engineering, was interviewed in a Feb. 18 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) news segment about the dangers associated with thawing at a building in West Philadelphia that is covered with ice.
#BlackLivesMatter Panel Discussion at Drexel on Police Violence and African American Communities
Feb 19, 2015
The #BlackLivesMatter panel discussion sponsored by the Office of Equality and Diversity and moderated by André Carrington, PhD, assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was posted by the University City Review on Feb. 19.
Mayoral Candidates Gather at Business Forum, Offer Ideas - And a Few Jabs
Feb 19, 2015
Richardson Dilworth, PhD, an associate professor and director of the Center for Public Policy in the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, moderated a mayoral forum that was covered by the Philadelphia Inquirer and Newsworks.org on Feb. 19.
Drexel’s Academic Bistro Offers 3-Course Lunch for $10
Feb 19, 2015
The Academic Bistro in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was spotlighted on PhillyMag.com’s “Foobooz” blog on Feb. 19.
Rebuilding the Rust Belt
Feb 19, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Feb. 19 Politico article about creating university partnerships with neighborhoods and a similar renovation taking place in Cleveland.
A BIG Fight Will Happen On The Next Episode Of Shark Tank!
Feb 19, 2015
Christopher Gray, an undergraduate student in the LeBow College of Business and the Close School of Entrepreneurship, was mentioned in a Feb. 19 Perez Hilton story for appearing in an upcoming episode of ABC’s “Shark Tank” to pitch his scholarship app, Scholly. The Philadelphia Daily News also mentioned Gray’s appearance and Entertainment Weeklyhas posted an exclusive preview of his appearance on the show.
What to Do About ISIS
Feb 18, 2015
Scott White, PhD, an associate clinical professor in the College of Computing & Informatics and the director of the computing security and technology program, was interviewed on KFBK-AM (Sacramento) on Feb. 18 about President Obama’s plan for dealing with ISIS and other terrorist cells.
#PhillyFive Things to Do: Feb. 18, 2015
Feb 18, 2015
The Chakaia Booker exhibition in the Leonard Pearlstein Gallery of the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design was spotlighted on Philly.com on Feb. 18.
'Titanoboa: Monster Snake:' How Does a Snake Get as Long as a School Bus?
Feb 17, 2015
The Academy of Natural Sciences’ new traveling exhibit “Titanoboa: Monster Snake” was featured in a Feb. 17 South Jersey Times article. Jennifer Sontchi, director of exhibits, was quoted.
Dangerously Cold This Morning
Feb 16, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Feb. 16 WTXF-TV (FOX-29) weather segment reporting live from campus.
Army Reserve Partnership Aims to Grow Cyber Warriors
Feb 16, 2015
Drexel University Cybersecurity Institute’s partnership with the U.S. Army Reserve to become one of six national cybersecurity training centers for reservists was mentioned in a Feb. 16 Army Times story.
Out of Nowhere, Eddie Murphy Saved "SNL"
Feb 16, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in NBC’s “SNL 40” reunion special on Feb. 16 in a joke about where Tina Fey would be working if Eddie Murphy hadn’t inspired her to become a comedian. The quote was reprinted in various national news outlets, including Yahoo.
Chicago Little League Stripped of Title
Feb 15, 2015
Karen Weaver, EdD, associate clinical professor and interim director of the sport management program in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was interviewed on WTXF-TV (FOX-29) on Feb. 15 about a Chicago Little League team being stripped of their title.
A Valentine for Black Men
Feb 14, 2015
Keith Taylor, an undergraduate student in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a Feb. 14 CNN.com article about positive statistics about black men.
The Older, the Better at Paleopalooza
Feb 13, 2015
Kenneth Lacovara, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was mentioned in a Feb. 13 Philadelphia Inquirer story for showing the technological advancements of 3D printing in paleontology at the Academy Of Natural Sciences’ annual Paleopalooza event.
In Order to Know Birds, We Must First Acquaint Ourselves with Lice
Feb 13, 2015
Jason Weckstein, PhD, associate curator of ornithology at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University and an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed about his research with birds and their chewing lice on WHYY’s “The Pulse” on Feb. 13.
"Big Leagues": Democratic National Convention a Boon to Philly's Stature, But Money Impact Likely Mixed
Feb 13, 2015
Marc Stehr, PhD, an associate professor in the School of Economics in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Feb. 13 NBCPhiladelphia.com story about the economic impact of bringing the Democratic National Convention to Philadelphia next year.
A British Campus in California
Feb 13, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Feb. 13 Inside Higher Ed article for previously considering plans to build a campus on a plot of land in in California on which the University of Warwick now plans to build its first American campus. The story was featured in a Dec. 12 Sacramento Bee article.
Charity Compilation Record Features Hometown Talent, Benefits Local Cause
Feb 13, 2015
Emily Hakes, an undergraduate student in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was interviewed in a Feb. 13 Philly.com article for putting out a record featuring local bands with all proceeds going to charity. Part of the recordings took place at a recording studio on campus at Drexel.
Temple, Drexel Hold Vigils for Muslim Students Killed in N.C.
Feb 13, 2015
Drexel's Muslim Students Association was mentioned in a Feb. 13 PhillyVoice post for holding a candlelight vigil to mourn the three Muslim students killed last week in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
How Rock Salt Melts Ice, and Why Less is Often More
Feb 13, 2015
Nicolas Alvarez, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a Feb. 13 story on WHYY-Radio (91-FM)’s “The Pulse” about rock salt and other deicers.
Making the Case for a Neglected Novel: ‘Marjorie Morningstar’
Feb 13, 2015
Paula Marantz Cohen, PhD, distinguished professor of English in the College of Arts and Sciences and dean of the Pennoni Honors College, wrote an opinion piece about the novel "Marjorie Morningstar" for the Wall Street Journal on Feb. 13.
Weekend Event Picks: Valentine’s and Presidents Day Weekend
Feb 12, 2015
The “DOG SEES GOD” production by the Drexel Co-op Theatre Company in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design was spotlighted on Philly.com on Feb. 12
Colleges Use ‘Bag of Tricks’ to Juice Application Numbers
Feb 12, 2015
Randall C. Deike, senior vice president for enrollment management and student success, was quoted in a Feb. 12 Bloomberg Business story on new admission and application strategies employed by universities.
Anti-Abortion Terrorism
Feb 12, 2015
David S. Cohen, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, co-wrote an opinion piece for Slate.com on Feb. 12 about violence against abortion clinic workers. He wrote an opinion piece for Salon.com on Feb. 13 on marriage equality.
KLRD Radio Dallas
Feb 12, 2015
Lisa McElroy, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law was interviewed in a Feb. 12 KRLD-Radio (Dallas) story about indications from the U.S. Supreme Court that it will support the legality of same-sex marriage in all states.
Facebook’s New Facial Recognition Algorithm Draws Attention From Privacy Experts
Feb 11, 2015
Rob D’Ovidio, PhD, associate professor and associate dean for humanities and social science research in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a KYW-Radio (1060-AM) story on Feb. 11 about Facebook’s facial recognition technology.
Social Media Coup? The Vile Virality of Venezuela’s Opposition
Feb 11, 2015
George Ciccariello-Maher, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a TeleSurTV.net article on Feb. 11 about the Venezuelan opposition movement’s use of social media.
Post-Ferguson, Are Cops & Civilians Able to Communicate on Police Shootings?
Feb 11, 2015
Robert Kane, PhD, professor and director of the criminology and justice studies program in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Philadelphia Daily News story on Feb. 11 about police shootings.
LocoRobo: Shorthand for Low-Cost Robot
Feb 11, 2015
Pramod Abichandani, PhD, an assistant teaching professor in the College of Engineering, was featured in a Feb. 11 Philadelphia Daily News column about his work to make low-cost robots for teaching coding to grade-school students.
Best U.S. Colleges for a Nursing Major
Feb 11, 2015
The College of Nursing and Health Professions was featured as one of the top ten U.S. colleges for a nursing major on USA Today College on Feb. 11.
Urban Homeownership Is Dying Away
Feb 11, 2015
Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a PhillyMag.com post on Feb. 11 about the decline in urban homeownership.
Will Carpenters Union’s Social Media Tactics Gain Sympathy, or Get Lost in the Mix?
Feb 11, 2015
Devon Powers, PhD, associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Philadelphia Business Journal story on Feb. 11 about the Carpenters union’s social media tactics.
Drexel’s Television Management Programs
Feb 10, 2015
Philip Salas, an assistant teaching professor in Westphal College of Media Arts & Design authored a column about Drexel’s television management programs in the January/February edition of ad news Philly.
Business News in Brief
Feb 10, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Feb. 10 Philly.com story for releasing a study with Econsult Solutions Inc. about the proposed 110-mile PennEast Pipeline. Vibhas Madan, PhD, a professor and director of the School of Economics in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a story about the study published Nov. 9 on NJ.com. The story was picked up by numerous media outlets.
The Visionary Who Rescued a Key Philadelphia Industry
Feb 10, 2015
Guest commentary by Stan Silverman, vice-chairman of Drexel’s Board of Trustees, about Philip Rinaldi, principal partner and chief executive officer of Philadelphia Energy Solutions, ran in the Philadelphia Business Journal on Feb. 10.
Adults with Autism are Left to Navigate a Jarring World
Feb 10, 2015
Paul Shattuck, PhD, an associate professor in the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute and director of the research program area in life course outcomes, was quoted in a ScienceNews.org story on Feb. 10 about challenges facing adults with autism and the growing field of research to address their unmet needs.
Drexel Clinic Helps Runners of All Levels
Feb 10, 2015
Robert Maschi, DPT, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, and Caroline Rogers, a doctoral student in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, were featured in a story on WPVI-TV (6-abc) on Feb. 10 about running assessment services offered by the Department of Physical Therapy to help runners of all levels improve their performance and prevent injuries.
Drexel Students Craft Dresses Made Out Of Diapers
Feb 10, 2015
Dresses created from adult incontinence products by fashion design students in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design were featured on NBCPhiladelphia.com on Feb. 10.
Drexel Recruited to Fight Cyber Theft
Feb 10, 2015
Norman Balchunas, director of strategic solutions of the Drexel Cybersecurity Institute, was quoted in Feb. 10 stories about Drexel’s partnership with the U.S Army Reserve to become a national cybersecurity training center in the Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Business Journal, PhillyVoice.com,CBS Philly,Technically Philly and KYW-Radio (1060-AM).
To Win Funds, Scientists Pursue Sweeping Solutions to Social Ills
Feb 9, 2015
Amy Slaton, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in the Chronicle of Higher Education on Feb. 9 in a story about scientists working to solve social ills.
Drexel Co-op Theatre Company to Present DOG SEES GOD, Opening 2/13
Feb 9, 2015
An upcoming performance by the Drexel Co-op Theatre Company in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design was spotlighted on BroadwayWorld.com on Feb. 9.
Only the Sickest Hepatitis C Patients Get High Cost Drugs in Medi-Cal
Feb 9, 2015
Robert Field, JD, PhD, a professor in the Kline School of Law and School of Public Health was interviewed on Capital Public Radio on Feb. 9 about drugs for patients with Hepatitis C.
Week of February 9, 2015
Feb 9, 2015
Robert Ambrose, an instructor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was interviewed on the House of Cards podcast on Feb. 9 about the Dennis Gomes Casino Training Lab.
Peter Oliva, VP Technical Services at KGM Gaming, Participates in the Drexel Experience
Feb 9, 2015
A guest lecture by Peter Oliva, vice president for technical services at KGM Gaming, in the Dennis Gomes Memorial Casino Training Lab at Drexel's Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was spotlighted on CasinoLifeMagazine.com on Feb. 9.
Detox Diets & Cleansing: Facts & Fallacies
Feb 9, 2015
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 Feb. 9 LiveScience article about the effects of detox diets and cleansing.
Ice: Sun’s on our Side
Feb 9, 2015
Fred House, PhD, professor emeritus in the College of Arts and Sciences, was mentioned in a Feb. 9 Philadelphia Inquirer article about sunshine in February in Philadelphia.
After Anthem Data Breach, Area Insurers Vigilant Against Evolving Threat
Feb 9, 2015
Rob D’Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor and associate dean for research in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a WHYY/Newsworks.org story on Feb. 9 about the recent Anthem insurance data breach.
Drexel Student's Startup to be Featured on 'Shark Tank' Next Week
Feb 9, 2015
Christopher Gray, an undergraduate student in the LeBow College of Business and the Close School of Entrepreneurship, was mentioned in a Feb. 9 Philadelphia Business Journal story for appearing in an upcoming episode of ABC’s “Shark Tank” to pitch his scholarship app, Scholly.
The Healthiest Ways to Eat Potatoes
Feb 9, 2015
Deeptha Sukumar, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was cited as an expert source for an article in Dr. Oz’s The Good Life magazine about the healthiest ways to eat potatoes.
‘A System That Is Clearly Broken’
Feb 9, 2015
Daniel Filler, JD, a professor and senior associate dean for academic and faculty affairs in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in an article on Feb. 9 on TheMarshallProject.org about a controversial sex offender program in Minnesota.
South Phila. Festival Launches Tet Celebration Early
Feb 9, 2015
Trang Dang, an undergraduate student in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a Feb. 9 Philadelphia Inquirer story about Vietnamese culture in Philadelphia.
Ease the Burden on Middle Class
Feb 8, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Feb. 8 Philly.com op-ed about the tax-abatement program in Philadelphia.
How has Mayor Nutter Done During his Tenure?
Feb 8, 2015
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 Philadelphia Inquirer article on Feb. 8 about Philadelphia’s progress during Mayor Nutter’s tenure.
Drexel University Hosts 5th Annual Philly Materials Science And Engineering Day
Feb 7, 2015
Christopher Weyant, PhD, an associate teaching professor in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a Feb. 7 CBS Philly post and a KYW-Radio(1060-AM)story about Drexel hosting Philly Materials Science & Engineering Day.
Consulting as a Bridge Between Full-Time Work and Retirement
Feb 7, 2015
Norman Stein, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a New York Times story on Feb. 7 about consulting and retirement.
Problems With the Structures of Venezuela's Economy
Feb 7, 2015
George Ciccariello-Maher, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on Al Jazeera America on Feb. 7 about Venezuela’s economy.
#PhillyFive Things to Do: Feb. 7, 2015
Feb 7, 2015
The "Style Saturday" event in the Fox Historic Costume Collection of the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design was highlighted on Philly.com on Feb. 7.
Worth the Trip: Paleopalooza
Feb 7, 2015
The Academy of Natural Sciences was mentioned in a Feb. 7 NBCPhiladelphia.com post about the institution’s two-day festival “Paleopalooza.”
Houston: You Have a Rival
Feb 6, 2015
Joseph Hughes, PhD, dean of the College of Engineering, was quoted in a Feb. 6 Philadelphia Business Journal story about the possibility of the city becoming an energy hub.
The Latest Attack on Immigration Reform
Feb 6, 2015
Anil Kalhan, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a ColorLines magazine article on Feb. 6 about immigration reform.
How Did These College Presidents Pay Their Tuition?
Feb 6, 2015
President John A. Fry was included in a Feb. 6 Philadelphia Inquirer blog post about how the presidents of local universities paid for college as undergraduate students.
Poets Create ‘Verbal Sculptures’ Inspired by Chakaia Booker Exhibition at Drexel
Feb 6, 2015
A poetry event with The Philly Pigeon poetry organization in the Chakaia Booker exhibition in the Leonard Pearlstein Gallery of the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design was featured in the University City Review on Feb. 6.
Radio Times in Review: Ethnographer Yaba Blay, Writer Jacob Tomsky, Singer Mary Wilson
Feb 6, 2015
An interview with Yaba Blay, PhD, assistant teaching professor and co-director of the Africana studies program in the College of Arts and Sciences, was re-aired on WHYY’s “Radio Times” on Feb 6.
Drexel to Launch Neurosciences Institute Next Month
Feb 5, 2015
The launch next month of the Drexel Neurosciences Institute in the College of Medicine was featured in a Feb. 5 Philadelphia Inquirer story. Erol Veznedaroglu, MD, director of the Drexel Neurosciences Institute, was quoted.
Another Month, Another Legal Challenge to Obamacare
Feb 5, 2015
Matthew Maughan, a third year student in the Kline School of Law, authored a Feb. 5 Philly.com blog post about Obamacare.
Drexel Culinary Program Heats Up
Feb 5, 2015
Two articles in the Philadelphia Inquirer on Feb. 5 quoted Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, director of the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management. One article highlighted the center’s innovative culinary programs including applied projects and business emphasis, and also quoted Michael Traud, director of the center’s hospitality and tourism program, and undergraduate student Ally Zeitz. The second article discussed the value of culinary schools and also quoted chef Marc Vetri and mentioned that he teaches at Drexel.
Students Create Their Dream Disney Ride
Feb 4, 2015
Undergraduate engineering students Jonathan VanZelst, Justin Petronglo, Ahmad Jamal and Bader Al Moulah, were mentioned in a Feb. 4 Metro article about their design for a new transportation system in Sydney, Australia being selected as a finalist in Disney’s “Imaginations” competition.
Princeton's Mercadien Group Announces Sponsorship of Drexel Competition
Feb 4, 2015
The accounting department in the LeBow College of Business was mentioned in a Feb. 4 NJ.com story for hosting the Fraud & Internal Controls Case Competition.
19 Useful Books by Philly Tech Authors
Feb 4, 2015
Elea McDonnell Feit, PhD, an assistant professor in LeBow College of Business, was included in a Feb. 4 Technically Philly blog post about tech books written by local authors.
The Looming Climate Catastrophe
Feb 4, 2015
Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a SocialistWorker.org post on Feb. 4 about climate change.
Each Candidate Has a Voter Base That May Make Them More Cautious on Issues.
Feb 4, 2015
Richardson Dilworth, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and Director of the Center for Public Policy, was interviewed in a Feb. 4 KYW-TV (CBS-3) segment about the upcoming mayoral race.
Leveling The Internet Playing Field With Government Regulation: What The FCC’s Proposal Means For You
Feb 4, 2015
Robert Field, JD, PhD, a professor in the Kline School of Law and School of Public Health, was quoted in a KYW Newsradio story on Feb. 4 about net neutrality.
DIY Studios a Vital Part of Philly's Underground Music Scene
Feb 3, 2015
Ryan Schwabe, an assistant teaching professor in Westphal College, was quoted in a Feb. 3 Philly.com story about the do-it-yourself music trend among young musical artists in Philadelphia.
It's Spring Real Estate Season: Builders, Realtors Look for a Boost
Feb 3, 2015
Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow at Drexel University's Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a Feb. 3 Philadelphia Inquirer article about the real estate market in 2015.
O'Brien Vows to Improve Services for Autistic Philadelphians
Feb 3, 2015
Lindsay Shea, DrPH, an assistant professor in the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, was quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer article on Feb. 3 about plans announced for the city of Philadelphia to improve delivery of services for individuals with autism.
Philly Law to Mandate Paid Sick-Leave Moves Forward
Feb 3, 2015
Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, director of the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was quoted in a Feb. 3 Metro article about a Philadelphia law to mandate paid sick leave for restaurant workers.
Buzz Aldrin Discusses Space Exploration At Drexel University
Feb 3, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Feb. 3 KYW-TV (CBS-3) and WXTF-TV (FOX-29)segments about Buzz Aldrin speaking at a 21st century technology conference that was held on campus.
Resurgent Drexel Visits Elon Thursday
Feb 3, 2015
Men’s Head Basketball Coach Bruiser Flint was quoted in a Feb. 3 CBSLocal.com article about the team’s three-game winning streak. Junior Damion Lee was also mentioned in the story.
Hepatitis C Drug 'Price Wars' Unlikely to Boost Access to the Medications
Feb 3, 2015
Stacey Trooskin, MD, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Feb. 3 Everyday Health article about how price wars over new medications to treat Hepatitis C are unlikely to boost access for patients who need treatment.
New Orleans’ Commander’s Palace Popping Up at Drexel
Feb 3, 2015
An upcoming event with the executive chef from Commander’s Palace in New Orleans, hosted by the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was spotlighted on Foobooz.com on Feb. 3.
A New Number to Watch with Diabetes: Your Zip Code
Feb 3, 2015
A post on PhillyVoice.com, about how your neighborhood can impact your health, quoted Ana Núñez, MD, a professor and director of the Center for Urban Health, Equity, Education and Research in the College of Medicine, about research on diabetes she co-authored with Longjian Liu, MD, PhD, an associate professor in the School of Public Health.
Quite a Buzz Over at Drexel University
Feb 3, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Feb. 3 WXTF-TV (FOX-29) segment for hosting Buzz Aldrin on campus as part of its 21st century technology conference.
Does Rock Salt Really Chew up Your Sidewalk and are De-Icers Worth the Extra Money?
Feb 2, 2015
Nicolas Alvarez, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Engineering, was interviewed in a Feb. 2 WHYY/Newsworks.org story about rock salt and other ice-melters.
People on the Move
Feb 2, 2015
On Feb. 2, the Philadelphia Business Journal’s “People on the Move” section featured the appointment of Loretta Sweet Jemmott, PhD, as vice president for health and health equity and a professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions.
It Can (Still) Kill You
Feb 2, 2015
Arthur Frank, MD, PhD, a professor in the School of Public Health, was quoted in an article on Ozy.com on Feb. 2 about his research on the global spread of asbestos.
In The Neighborhood
Feb 1, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Feb. 1 Philadelphia Daily News “In the Neighborhood” section for co-hosting an open house about the future of the Philadelphia 30th Street Station District Plan.
The 24 Top Philanthropists in Pennsylvania
Feb 1, 2015
A $50 million gift by Thomas R. Kline to Drexel’s Kline School of Law was listed the top 50 charitable contributions of the year in Pennsylvania in Philadelphia magazine on Feb. 1 with data provided by The Chronicle of Philanthropy.
Football Major, Basketball Minor?
Feb 1, 2015
Karen Weaver, EdD, an associate clinical professor and interim director of the sport management program in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was quoted in a New York Times article on Feb. 1 about academic standards for college athletes.
Squash Smarts
Feb 1, 2015
SquashSmarts, a free intensive out-of-school time program that operates out of Drexel's Daskalakis Athletic Center and the Lenfest Center, was featured in a Feb. 1 WXTF-TV (FOX-29) segment.

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