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2015

January

Jefferson, Abington Finalize Merger, but Will it Help Patients?
Jan 30, 2015
Robert Field, JD, PhD, a professor in the Kline School of Law and School of Public Health, was quoted in a Jan. 30 WHYY-FM/Newsworks.org story on the merger between Abington Health and Thomas Jefferson University.
Teen Unemployment Remains Stubbornly High, Study Finds
Jan 30, 2015
A report on teen employment in Chicago by Drexel's Center for Labor Markets and Policy was featured in the Chicago Tribune on Jan. 30. Paul Harrington, PhD, director of the Center and a professor in the School of Education, was quoted.
When Is It OK for Cops to Shoot a Moving Car?
Jan 30, 2015
Robert Kane, PhD, professor and director of criminology and justice studies in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a VICE article on Jan. 30 about when it’s okay for police to shoot at a moving vehicle.
Obama Exhorts Democrats to 'Stand up,' Mocks GOP on Economy
Jan 29, 2015
Adam Bleiman, an undergraduate student in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a Jan. 29 Philadelphia Inquirer article about President Obama’s recent Philadelphia visit.
Tufts Medical School to Host Medical Education Hackathon
Jan 29, 2015
The “Dragon Hacks” hackathon hosted by Drexel’s student chapter of IEEE was mentioned in a Jan. 29 Boston Business Journal article about Tufts Medical School hosting a medical education hackathon.
Your Coding Style Is Like a Digital Fingerprint
Jan 29, 2015
A Jan. 29 Gizmodo post mentioned a program developed in the College of Computing & Informatics that can identify the author of a program by analyzing their coding style.
Ant Guts Provide Insights into how Symbiosis Works
Jan 29, 2015
Jacob Russell, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed as part of a story on Jan. 29 on WHYY’s “The Pulse” and Newsworks.org describing his research on symbiotic relationships between ants and the bacteria in their guts.
How Hospitals Can Help Stop the Cycle of Youth Violence
Jan 29, 2015
A story in Pacific Standard on Jan. 29 featured research led by Jonathan Purtle, PhD, an assistant professor in the School of Public Health, on the economic impact of hospital-based violence intervention programs. Drexel’s program, Healing Hurt People, which is based in the School of Public Health and College of Medicine, was also featured in the story.
Phila. Region's Single-Family Home Prices Fell in 4Q, Analysis Shows
Jan 29, 2015
Research by Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow at Drexel University's Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was featured in a Jan. 29 Philadelphia Inquirer article on the fallen prices of residential real estate in the Philadelphia region.
University Re-Imagines Town And Gown Relationship In Philadelphia
Jan 29, 2015
The Dornsife Center for Neighborhood Partnerships was profiled in a Jan. 29 National Public Radio (NPR) story about its involvement in the Mantua community. Lucy Kerman, PhD, vice provost for university and community partnerships, and Rose Samuel-Evans, association director of community partnerships, were quoted in the story, which also mentioned President John A. Fry.
Stop Exploiting Young Workers: Here's an Alternative to Unpaid Internships That Works
Jan 29, 2015
President John A. Fry authored a Jan. 29 Los Angeles Times op-ed on the value of cooperative education.
The Dangers of 'Pharming Parties'
Jan 29, 2015
Renee Turchi, MD, an associate professor in the School of Public Health and College of Medicine, and Susan Solecki, a clinical assistant professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions and doctoral candidate in the School of Public Health, were interviewed in a Q&A article on the Philly.com “Healthy Kids” blog on Jan. 29 about teens’ misuse of prescription drugs.
University Re-Imagines Town And Gown Relationship In Philadelphia
Jan 29, 2015
"You look like you're ready to have a great Dornsife neighborhood partnership meal! Am I right about it?" Rose Samuel-Evans asks the crowd at a free community dinner of chicken marsala and stuffed flounder hosted by Drexel University.
The 50 Most Underrated Colleges In America
Jan 28, 2015
Drexel was included in a Jan. 28 Business Insider article about the most underrated colleges in America. The inclusion was also reported in a Feb. 2 CBSLocal.comstory.
2015’s Best & Worst Cities for Football Fans
Jan 28, 2015
Ellen Staurowksy, EdD, a professor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, and Jim Reese, EdD, an associate professor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, were interviewed on WalletHub.com on Jan. 28 about the best and worst football cities.
Philadelphia City Council Candidate Hijacks Domain Names To Steer Voters From His Opponent
Jan 28, 2015
William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on KYW-TV (CBS-3) on Jan. 28 about city council candidates purchasing domain names of their opponents.
Venezuela’s Economic Collapse
Jan 28, 2015
George Ciccariello-Maher, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on Al Jazeera’s “The Stream” on Jan. 27 about Venezuela’s economy.
Philly First Responders Attacked by Those They Seek to Help
Jan 28, 2015
A Newsworks story featuring the research of Jennifer Taylor, PhD, an associate professor in the School of Public Health about on-the-job assaults affecting emergency responders, ran on NBCPhiladelphia.com on Jan. 28.
CSI Computer Science: Your Coding Style Can Give You Away
Jan 28, 2015
Research from Drexel’s Privacy, Security and Automation Laboratory in the College of Computing & Informatics was mentioned in a Jan. 28 IT World post about a program they invented that can identify a programmer by analyzing their coding style.
Housing Case Could Have Impact on Education
Jan 28, 2015
Meghan Kelley, a public service fellow in the Kline School of Law, co-authored an opinion piece for The Philadelphia Inquirer on Jan. 28 about the Fair Housing Act and its potential impact on education.
There is No Cold. Only Absence of Heat
Jan 27, 2015
David Goldberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Delaware News Journal article on Jan. 27 about the scientific definitions of cold and heat.
How Food Journalism Got as Stale as Day-Old Bread
Jan 27, 2015
Marc Vetri, a chef and restaurateur who is an adjunct professor in Drexel’s Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, authored a Jan. 27 Huffington Post article about the current state of food journalism. Philly.com’s “The Insider” blog and Philadelphia magazine’s “Foobooz” blog commented on the article in Jan. 27 posts.
Philly First Responders Attacked by Those They Seek to Help
Jan 27, 2015
Jennifer Taylor, PhD, an associate professor in the School of Public Health, was quoted in a WHYY/Newsworks story on Jan. 27 about her research on the impact of on-the-job assaults on paramedics and EMTs.
Wake Forest Guard Miles Overton Transferring to Drexel
Jan 26, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Jan. 26 story on CBSSports.com about Miles Overton, the son of former NBA player Doug Overton, transferring from Wake Forest to play with the Dragons next season.
Diary of A StartUp: Collaboration In All Ways, Always
Jan 26, 2015
Charles Sacco, entrepreneur in residence and director of external relations for the Close School as well as director of the Baiada Institute, was quoted in a Jan. 26 Region’s Business story about entrepreneurship and higher education.
Multiple Options For A Philadelphia Nurse Taking Online Nursing Program
Jan 26, 2015
Rebecca Lance, a Drexel University Online student, was interviewed about online nursing programs in a Jan. 26 CBSPhilly.com post.
Black History Month Happenings in Philadelphia
Jan 26, 2015
The Drexel Gospel Choir and Mandell Theater of the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design were mentioned in a Philly.com article on Jan. 26 for an upcoming performance during Black History Month.
Drexel's Freshman Applications Plunge - Happily
Jan 25, 2015
A Jan. 23 Philadelphia Inquirer story about Drexel’s new admissions policies quoted Randall C. Deike, senior vice president for enrollment management and student success; Ludo Scheffer, PhD, a teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and chair of the faculty senate; and Donna Murasko, PhD, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The story was also referenced in a Jan. 24 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) broadcast and ran in the Inquirer's Sunday print edition (Jan. 25).
Departures - and Arrivals - on the Gallery Scene
Jan 25, 2015
The exhibition of works by Chakaia Booker, currently on display in the Leonard Pearlstein Gallery of the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was included in the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Spring arts Guide on Jan. 25.
Academy of Natural Sciences to Host Sleepover
Jan 24, 2015
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University was mentioned in a Jan. 24 PhillyVoice.com as the host of a sleepover event in March.
Drexel University Bus Catches Fire in Center City
Jan 24, 2015
A Jan. 24 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) broadcast showed video footage of a Drexel shuttle bus that caught on fire in Center City.
Drexel Men's Basketball Coach Participates in Philly Pheud
Jan 24, 2015
Men’s Head Basketball Coach Bruiser Flint was a guest on PHL17-TV’s “Philly Pheud” on Jan. 24 along with coaches from La Salle, Temple and Saint Joseph’s.
Center for Hospitality and Sport Management Weights in on WaWa's Drink Sizes
Jan 24, 2015
The culinary program in Drexel’s Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was mentioned in a WTXF-TV (FOX-29) on Jan. 24 about whether or not WaWa’s drink sizes are accurate.
Loretta Spotila, Biologist and Nutritionist, 69
Jan 23, 2015
James R. Spotila, PhD, L. Drew Betz Chair Professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Feb. 23 Philadelphia Inquirer obituary of his wife Loretta Dittrich Spotila, PhD, a former Drexel professor.
Transformations: 50 Things That Will Change Philadelphia in 2015
Jan 23, 2015
Drexel’s Innovation Neighborhood and Thomas R. Kline’s $50 million donation to the Kline School of Law were named on the list of “50 Things That Will Change Philadelphia in 2015” on Jan. 23 by the Philadelphia Business Journal.
Why a Supreme Court Housing Case Could Have a Broad Impact
Jan 23, 2015
Lisa McElroy, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a New York Times “DealBook” blog post on Jan. 23 about the Fair Housing Act.
Drexel Prof’s New Book: For Marketers Eyeing The Power of Data Science
Jan 23, 2015
Elea McDonnell Feit, PhD, an assistant professor in LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Jan. 23 Technically Philly blog post about her new book about marketing research and analytics.
Come Learn About Plans for 30th Street Station on Wednesday, January 28th
Jan 22, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Jan. 22 University City Review post for hosting an open house with Amtrak detailing plans for the area around the 30th Street Station.
Has the Air Been Taken Out of the Patriots’ Brand?
Jan 22, 2015
Daniel Korschun, PhD, an assistant professor and fellow at the Center for Corporate Reputation Management and the Center for Corporate Governance in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Jan. 22 Boston Globe article about the effect of “Deflategate” on the New England Patriots’ brand.
US Senate Refuses to Accept Humanity's Role in Global Climate Change, Again
Jan 22, 2015
Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Guardian article on Jan. 22 about the U.S. Senate denying humans’ role in climate change.
The Losing Economy: Lousy Sixers, Phillies Cost the City at Least $7 million
Jan 22, 2015
Joel Maxcy, PhD, an associate professor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was quoted in an article on BillyPenn.com on Jan. 22 about the financial impact of losing sports teams on the city.
Basketball at Drexel
Jan 22, 2015
Undergraduates Rachel Pearson, Megan Creighton and Sarah Curran, all members of the women’s basketball team, were featured in a Jan. 22 episode of The Comcast Network’s “Sports Fan Base Nation.” The trio went to the same high school and grew up playing basketball together before coming to Drexel.
Charles Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer
Jan 22, 2015
Drexel was mentioned as the host of an event featuring Charles Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer, in a Jan. 22 WPHL-TV (PHL17-TV) “Action News at 10” segment. Spencer was at Drexel as part of a lecture series sponsored by the Kal and Lucille Rudman Institute for Entertainment Industry Studies.
Buzz Aldrin, Star of Buzz Aldrin’s Race into Space and Buzz Aldrin’s Space Program Manager, to Speak at Philly Tech Conference in February
Jan 21, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Jan. 21 Geekadelphia post for hosting the “21st Century Technology: New Beginning or Terrible End” conference.
National Universities Where the Most Accepted Students Enroll
Jan 21, 2015
Drexel was included in a Jan. 21 U.S. News & World Report roundup of national universities where the most accepted students enroll.
10 Things You Should Never Say to Your Kids
Jan 21, 2015
Myrna Shure, PhD, an emeritus professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in an article on Yahoo! Parenting on Jan. 21 about things not to say to kids.
Do America’s Hungry Children Matter?
Jan 21, 2015
Mariana Chilton, PhD, an associate professor and director of the Center for Hunger-Free Communities in the School of Public Health, authored an opinion article for BillMoyers.com on Jan. 21 about the State of the Union Address and the impact of policies on hungry children.
Restaurateurs Embracing Delivery Services, but it's Still a Work in Progress
Jan 21, 2015
The 2015 Philly Chef Conference in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was mentioned in a Philadelphia Business Journal article on Jan. 21 about restaurant delivery services.
A Promise yet to be Delivered in West Philadelphia
Jan 21, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Jan. 21 Al Jazeera America article for its involvement in the Mantua neighborhood and for purchasing the University City High School last year.
The Invisible Women of the Civil Rights Movement
Jan 20, 2015
Beth Olanoff, director of the Education Initiative at Vision 2020, housed in the Institute of Women’s Health and Leadership in the College of Medicine, authored a Jan. 20 WHYY-Newsworks.org story on the role women played in the Civil Rights Movement.
Why Colleges Are Like Cable Companies
Jan 20, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Jan. 20 The Chronicle of Higher Education piece for its allotment of financial aid to full-time freshmen.
CueThink: The Boston Startup Making Math Social
Jan 20, 2015
The Math Forum in the School of Education was mentioned in an article on BostInno.com about its partnership with the CueThink iPad app on Jan 20.
College Football Players as Employees: About This There Should be no Debate
Jan 20, 2015
Ellen Staurowksy, EdD, a professor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, wrote an opinion piece for the Huffington Post on Jan. 20 about paying college football players.
New Year, New Chance to Tackle the Old Problem of Workplace Inequality
Jan 20, 2015
Vision 2020, housed in the Institute of Women’s Health and Leadership in the College of Medicine, was mentioned in a Jan. 20 Huffington Post article as an example of a group encouraging companies to do a better job of gender equality.
8 Startup Tips from Student Entrepreneur and Investor Christopher Gray
Jan 20, 2015
Christopher Gray, an undergraduate student in the LeBow College of Business and Close School of Entrepreneurship, offered startup advice in a Jan. 20 Huffington Post article.
Who Doesn't get Paid Sick Leave?
Jan 20, 2015
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 Money article on Jan. 20 about paid sick leave.
Drexel University Launches the First Stand-Alone School of Entrepreneurship
Jan 20, 2015
The Close School of Entrepreneurship was featured on TechRepublic.com on Jan 20. Joseph Master, director of Communications, Charles Sacco, entrepreneur in residence and director of external relations for the Close School as well as director of the Baiada Institute, and Christopher Gray, an undergraduate student in the LeBow College of Business, were quoted.
Businesss Expected to Increase Pay This Year
Jan 20, 2015
John Carvana, manager of career services at Drexel University Sacramento, was interviewed in a Jan. 20 KXTV-TV (ABC Sacramento) segment on the chance of seeing increased pay in the workforce this year.
Thousands March in Center City in Honor of MLK, Social Justice
Jan 19, 2015
Charlotte Roberts, a third-year medical student in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Jan. 19 NBCPhiladelphia.com article for participating in the “Reclaim MLK” march.
10 Things You Don’t Know About
Jan 19, 2015
Undergraduate students from the College of Engineering interviewed in a Jan. 19 episode of H2’s “10 Things You Don’t Know About.” The episode focused on the achievements and lives of Thomas Edison and Nikola Tessla.
Adviser to Wolf: It's All About Striking a Balance
Jan 19, 2015
President John A. Fry was mentioned in a Jan. 19 Philadelphia Inquirer “Philly Deals” column for leading the transition effort for Governor-elect Tom Wolf. His position was also mentioned in a Jan. 18 Philadelphia Inquirer article about Temple University president Neil D. Theobald.
Women's Pain Is Treatable, but Often Ignored
Jan 19, 2015
Anita Gupta, DO, PharmD, an associate professor in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Jan. 19 Epoch Times story about the misdiagnosis of pain symptoms in women.
Rare Butterfly Now On Display at the Academy of Natural Sciences
Jan 18, 2015
The discovery of a rare half-male, half female butterfly at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University was highlighted in a Jan. 18 KYW-TV (CBS-3) segment.
The Brain Stays in the Picture
Jan 18, 2015
Andrew Cohen, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Engineering, and Eric Wait, aPhD student in the College of Engineering, were quoted in a Jan. 18 Philadelphia Inquirer story about their research to create technology that allows biologists to view microscopic movies of stem cell behavior in 3D.
Organizing Frenzy on City School Playgrounds
Jan 17, 2015
Drexel’s partnerships with the McMichael and Powel elementary schools through Playworks, a nonprofit that places a full-time staffer in schools to structure recess, was mentioned in a Jan. 17 Philadelphia Inquirer article.
LiveNote
Jan 17, 2015
LiveNote, an app designed by Drexel’s Music & Entertainment Technology Laboratory in partnership with the Philadelphia Orchestra, was featured in a Jan. 17 broadcast of WWFM-Radio (89.5-HD2) “A Tempo” program.
Who’s Next: 17 Young Philly Startup Leaders
Jan 17, 2015
Kristen Newman, an undergraduate student in the LeBow College of Business, was listed in a Jan. 17 BillyPenn.com ranking of the next young Philly startup leaders.
Chakra Fitwear’s Yoga Pants are Made From Plastic
Jan 16, 2015
Ashley Revay and Erin Moffitt, undergraduate students in the LeBow College of Business and Close School of Entrepreneurship, were featured in a Jan. 16 Philadelphia Business Journal story about their eco-friendly active wear start-up, Chakra Fitwear.
What Is “Ironic Science”?
Jan 16, 2015
Lawrence Souder, PhD, an associate teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Scientific American blog post on Jan. 16 about his research co-authored with Maryam Ronagh, a staff member and adjunct instructor in the College of Arts and Sciences, on ironic science.
Building Campus Pride Among Virtual Students
Jan 16, 2015
Susan Aldridge, PhD, president of Drexel University Online and senior vice president of online learning at Drexel, authored an article for The Evolllution on Jan. 16 about building campus pride among online students.
Chocolate Food for Thought
Jan 16, 2015
The Courier-Post featured the chocolate exhibition at the Academy of Natural Sciencesof Drexel University in a Jan. 16 story.
App Serves New Orchestra Audience
Jan 15, 2015
LiveNote, a mobile app developed in a partnership between Drexel and the Philadelphia Orchestra that gives audiences real-time information about the music during concerts, was featured in Jan. 15 posts on Philly.com and CBSPhilly about the first concert in a series that features the app.
Phila.'s Single-Family Home Prices Tip Upward
Jan 15, 2015
Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow at Drexel University's Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was mentioned in a Jan. 15 Philadelphia Inquirer article about rising prices of single-family homes in Philadelphia.
Shell Shocked: Stress Lingers for Cops who Fired Guns
Jan 15, 2015
Jim Tsafos, PhD, manager and associate professor of the construction-management program in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a Jan 15 Philadelphia Daily News article about lingering stress for those involved in police-involved shootings.
With LiveNote App, Philadelphia Orchestra Widens the Curtain on Musical Experience
Jan 14, 2015
Drexel’s Music and Entertainment Technology Laboratory was mentioned in a Jan. 14 WHYY/Newsworks.org story about LiveNote, an app designed in partnership with the Philadelphia Orchestra to provide real-time information about the musical pieces during concerts.
Chef Conference Discusses Future of Philadelphia Dining
Jan 14, 2015
The 2015 Philly Chef Conference hosted by the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was featured in a Jan. 14 Philadelphia Business Journal article.
The New Wave of Superfoods
Jan 14, 2015
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 Jan. 14 Shape post about new ‘superfoods.’
Mirror, Mirror: The Dinner Jacket is Back With a Few Updates
Jan 14, 2015
Clare Sauro, curator of the Robert and Penny Fox Historic Costume Collection in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was quoted in a Jan. 15 Philadelphia Inquirer story about the resurgence of the men’s dinner jacket.
New Website Helps Educators Deal With Grieving Students
Jan 14, 2015
David Schonfeld, MD, a professor in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Jan. 14 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette article about the commonality of grief in children.
The Domestic Terrorist Plot
Jan 14, 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 Jan. 14 KYW-TV (CBS-3) segment about a domestic terrorist plot to pipe bomb the White House that was uncovered by federal agents.
Philadelphia Orchestra Launches LiveNote App
Jan 14, 2015
LiveNote, a mobile app designed by students in Drexel’s Music and Entertainment Technology Laboratory in partnership with the Philadelphia Orchestra, was mentioned in a Jan. 14 post on BroadwayWorld.com about a series of concerts that will feature the app’s real-time, interactive capabilities.
In Wake of National Unrest, Holder Visits Philly to Talk About Policing
Jan 14, 2015
Robert Kane, PhD, professor and head of the Department of Criminology and Justice Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Jan. 14 WHYY-FM/Newsworks.org story about U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder’s appearance in Philadelphia as part of a nationwide tour devoted to soothing community relations with police. He was also featured in a Jan. 15 Philadelphia Magazineblog post about the story.
Are You at Risk for the Female Athlete Triad?
Jan 14, 2015
Ellen Casey, MD, an assistant professor in the College of Medicine, authored a post on Jan. 14 for Philly.com’s “Sports Doc” blog about the Female Athlete Triad.
How to Know if Your Online Program Is Legit
Jan 14, 2015
Susan Aldridge, PhD, senior vice president of online learning and president of Drexel University Online, was quoted in a Jan.14 U.S. News & World Report article about the legitimacy of degree-granting online education programs.
MetroQ&A: Jack Maxwell, Philly's Cold Case Specialist
Jan 13, 2015
Jack Maxwell, an assistant teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was profiled in the Philadelphia Metro on Jan. 13 regarding his 40-year career in law enforcement.
Dear White House: Don't Let the NCAA Scam You
Jan 13, 2015
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was mentioned in a Vice.com article on Jan. 13 about the NCAA and college sport spending.
Will the Progress Philly Has Made Continue?
Jan 13, 2015
Harris Steinberg, executive director of the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation and distinguished teaching professor in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, wrote an op-ed for The Philadelphia Inquirer on Jan. 13 about the positive changes in Philadelphia under Mayor Nutter and whether or not they will continue under the next administration.
Philly Tops Food, Beer, Music, Travel, Education Lists
Jan 13, 2015
Drexel and WKDU, Drexel’s student-run radio station, were mentioned in a Jan. 13 Philly.com post about Philadelphia topping national education, food, music and travel lists.
New Crop of Young Leaders Emerges in Sacramento
Jan 13, 2015
An opinion piece authored by Michael W. Marion, EdD, executive director of Drexel Sacramento, on young leaders in Sacramento was published in the Sacramento Bee on Jan. 13.
Drexel No Longer Gives Community College Students Degree at Discount
Jan 12, 2015
Drexel’s decision to end degree-granting programs at local community colleges was featured in a Jan. 12 U.S. News & World Report story.
Coalition Asks Feds to Pay up for Delaware River Basin Commission
Jan 12, 2015
Carol R. Collier, senior advisor for watershed research and policy at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, was quoted in a WHYY/Newsworks story on Jan. 12 about funding challenges affecting the Delaware River Basin Commission and its efforts to protect water quality in the region.
Drexel Professor Named One of 2014's Most Admirable Gaming People
Jan 12, 2015
Frank Lee, PhD, an associate professor in Westphal College and director of Drexel’s Entrepreneurial Game Studio, was featured in a Jan. 12 USA Today College post about his selection as one of Polygon’s “Most Admirable People in Gaming” for 2014.
U.S. Military Hacked; Apparent Personal Info of Officers Posted Online
Jan 12, 2015
Rob D’Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and associate dean for humanities and social science research, was quoted in a KYW Newsradio 1060-AM story on Jan. 12 about the U.S. military’s Twitter and YouTube pages being hacked by the ISIS terror group.
In Business, Good is the Enemy of Great
Jan 12, 2015
Guest commentary by Stanley Silverman, vice-chairman of Drexel’s Board of Trustees, ran in the Philadelphia Business Journal on Jan. 12. Donna DeCarolis, PhD, dean of the Close School for Entrepreneurship, was featured for her leadership and management skills.
Aspiring Chefs Got the Chance to Hear From the True Professionals
Jan 12, 2015
The 2015 Philly Chef Conference hosted by the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was featured on WPVI-TV (6-abc) on Jan. 12 and spotlighted on Philly.com.
Beauties and the Beast?
Jan 12, 2015
Christian Jordal, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Philadelphia Daily News article on Jan. 12 about the psychology of stalking behavior.
Extraordinary Half-Male, Half-Female Butterfly Discovered by University Researchers
Jan 11, 2015
The discovery of a rare half-male, half female butterfly at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University was highlighted in stories in numerous outlets from Jan. 9-12 including the Daily Mail, Smithsonian, CBSNews.com, International Business Timesand Discovery News.
The 2015 Philly Chef Conference
Jan 11, 2015
The 2015 Philly Chef Conference, hosted by the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was spotlighted in a WPHL-TV (PHL-17) segment on Jan. 11.
Drexel University Hosts 24-Hour Hackathon
Jan 11, 2015
A hackathon hosted by Drexel’s student chapter of IEEE in the College of Engineering was featured in a Jan. 11 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) segment.
Study: Optimists Twice as Likely as Pessimists to Have Healthy Hearts
Jan 10, 2015
Drexel research from the School of Public Health was mentioned in a Jan. 10 PBS article for collaborative research on the connection between healthy hearts and optimism.
Researcher Sets The Record Straight On Teen Sexting
Jan 10, 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 mentioned in a Forbes.com article on Jan. 10.
Why George Zimmerman Was Arrested in Florida – Again
Jan 10, 2015
George Ciccariello-Maher, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Christian Science Monitor article on Jan. 10 about George Zimmerman’s most recent arrest.
Hall of Fame's Decision to Admit Jim Tressel is Hard to Fathom
Jan 9, 2015
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was quoted in a CBSSports.com article on Jan. 9 about former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel being inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.
The Week in Eats
Jan 9, 2015
The 2015 Philly Chef Conference, hosted by the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was spotlighted in Philadelphia City Paper on Jan. 9.
A Rare Half-Male, Half-Female Butterfly
Jan 9, 2015
A story on a rare half-male, half-female butterfly that will soon be on display at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University appeared in a Jan. 9 WHYY-FM segment.
Michael Marion: Drexel Chief Focuses on Partnerships
Jan 9, 2015
A profile story about Michael Marion, executive director of Drexel University Sacramento, was featured in the Sacramento Business Journal on Jan. 9.
Drexel Students are Finalists in Disney Design Competition
Jan 9, 2015
Undergraduate engineering students Jonathan VanZelst, Justin Petronglo, Ahmad Jamal and Bader Al Moulah, were mentioned in a Jan. 9 PhillyVoice.com post about their design for a new transportation system in Sydney, Australia being selected as a finalist in Disney’s “Imaginations” competition.
How Doctors Detect Heart Abnormalities Through Sound
Jan 9, 2015
Mary Ann Kuzma, MD, associate professor in the College of Medicine; Diana Alberti, a simulation technician; and medical students Matthew Diamond, Angelica Johnson, and Maziar Shakeri were all featured on WHYY /Newsworks in a Jan. 9 story about how medical students learn to detect heart abnormalities.
Renewable Chemicals Company Raises Nearly $13 Million [Startup Roundup]
Jan 9, 2015
Drexel’s College of Engineering was mentioned in a Jan. 9 Technically Delaware post that mentioned the college naming Ellen Kullman, CEO of DuPont, its Engineering Leader of the Year.
Drexel Hosting Hackathon This Weekend
Jan 8, 2015
A hardware hackathon being hosted by Drexel’s student chapter of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) this weekend was featured in a Jan. 8 Delaware County Times story.
US Higher Education: More Options Than McDonald’s Menu
Jan 8, 2015
Drexel’s co-op program was mentioned in a Jan. 8 Times Higher Education article about the academic opportunities offered at American universities.
What’s Cooking on 1060: Butchery, A Foodie Conference & A New Authentic Italian Café
Jan 8, 2015
The 2015 Philly Chef Conference hosted by the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was featured on PhillyVoice.com and KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) on Jan. 8. Michael Traud, JD, instructor and director of hospitality management, was interviewed.
Charlie Hebdo
Jan 8, 2015
Scott White, PhD, an associate teaching professor in the College of Computing & Informatics and director of Drexel’s Computing Security and Technology program, was a guest on WURD-Radio (900 AM)’s “Wake Up With WURD” on Jan. 8 for a segment about the terrorist attack on the French newspaper Charlie Hebdo.
Barnes Foundation Taps Miami Museum Director as New Leader
Jan 8, 2015
This Rare Butterfly is Half Male, Half Female
Jan 8, 2015
Stories about a rare half-male, half-female butterfly that will soon be on display at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University ran on LiveScience.comand NJ.comon Jan 7-8. The story was also featured in The Washington Post and The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Barnes Foundation Recruits Director From Miami
Jan 7, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a Jan. 7 New York Times article for being part of the academic community in Philadelphia.
Online Degrees Can Give Government Employees a Career Boost
Jan 7, 2015
Susan Aldridge, PhD, senior vice president of online learning and president of Drexel University Online, was quoted in a Jan. 7 U.S. News & World Report article about online degrees giving government employees a career boost.
Drexel Buried Under Wave of Key Injuries
Jan 7, 2015
Men’s Basketball Head Coach Bruiser Flint and junior Damion Lee were quoted in a Jan. 7 Philadelphia Inquirer story about the team’s performance this season in light of a rash of injuries to key players.
7 Standout Student-Run Record Labels
Jan 7, 2015
MAD Dragon Records, Drexel’s student-run record label, was mentioned in a Jan. 6 Paste Magazine story about the top student-run labels in the country.
Public Health in Philadelphia and Beyond: An Interview with Ana V. Diez Roux, Dean of the Drexel School of Public Health
Jan 7, 2015
Ana V. Diez Roux, MD, PhD, dean of the School of Public Health, was interviewed for a post on the Philly.com “Public’s Health” blog on Jan. 7 about public health in Philadelphia and beyond.
Butterfly is Half-Male, Half-Female
Jan 7, 2015
A story in the Philadelphia Inquirer on Jan. 7 featured a butterfly found at the Academy of Natural Sciences that is half male, half female, known as gynandromorphy. The preserved rare butterfly will be put on display starting Jan. 17. Jason Weintraub, collections manager of entomology, Greg Cowper, curatorial assistant of entomology and Nate Rice, collections manager of ornithology, were quoted in the story.
Science on Tap: The Floor is Lava (Literally): The Dos and Don’ts of Volcanology
Jan 6, 2015
Loÿc Vanderkluysen, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was mentioned in a Jan. 6 Geekadelphia post about the upcoming “Science on Tap” lecture he will deliver.
America's Next Top Model Casting Call Men and Women at Drexel University
Jan 6, 2015
A casting call held at the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design for the upcoming season of "America’s Next Top Model" was mentioned on KYW-TV (CBS-3) and CW-57 on Jan. 6.
Drexel University’s Philly Chef Conference Welcomes Both Professionals And The Public For Culinary Demonstrations, Talks And More, This Sunday, January 11
Jan 6, 2015
The 2015 Philly Chef Conference hosted by the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was spotlighted on Uwishunu.com and Foobooz.com on Jan.6.
Short-Lived Transfer Degrees
Jan 6, 2015
President John Fry was mentioned in a Jan. 6 Inside Higher Education story about Drexel’s decision to end a program that offered bachelor’s degrees at community colleges.
Drexel Ending Degree Program at 3 Philadelphia-area Community Colleges
Jan 6, 2015
Drexel’s decision to end degree-granting programs at local community colleges was featured in a Jan. 6 Diverse: Issues in Higher Education story.
For Energy Storage, MXene Materials Show Increasing Promise
Jan 5, 2015
Yury Gogotsi, PhD, Distinguished University and Trustee Chair professor in the College of Engineering and Michel Barsoum, PhD, Distinguished professor in the College of Engineering, were mentioned in a Jan. 5 Chemical & Engineering News story about new properties of MXene materials they discovered.
A Mobile Guide to the Music at a Philadelphia Orchestra Concert? There's an App for That!
Jan 5, 2015
LiveNote, an app designed by Youngmoo Kim, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Engineering and director of the ExCITe Center, in collaboration with The Philadelphia Orchestra, was featured in a Jan. 5 WRTI-Radio (90.1-FM) story.
America's Next Top Model Casting Call
Jan 5, 2015
The Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design was mentioned in several segments on WPSG-TV (The CW Philly)and KYW-TV (CBS-3) for hosting a casting call for “America’s Next Top Model.”
New Drugs Offer Hope, Barriers for Hepatitis C Patients
Jan 4, 2015
Stacey Trooskin, MD, an assistant professor in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Jan. 4 Philadelphia Inquirer article about new drugs for hepatitis C patients.
Real Estate Firm at Work Renovating East Falls Apartment Towers
Jan 4, 2015
The College of Medicine was mentioned in a Jan. 4 Philadelphia Inquirer article for contributing to Philadelphia’s reputation as a rich market for student population growth.
Philadelphia Futures Tries to Help Students Soar
Jan 3, 2015
David Goldberg, PhD, a professor and associate dean for science research and graduate education in the College of Arts and Sciences, was featured in stories in the Philadelphia Inquirer and on KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) on Jan. 3 for delivering the keynote address at the Philadelphia Futures conference for high school students. Brandon Medina, an undergraduate student who previously attended the Philadelphia Futures program, was also quoted. The event, which was hosted on Drexel’s campus, was also mentioned in Jan. 3 segments on KYW-TV (CBS-3), WTXF-TV (FOX-29), and WCAU-TV (NBC-10).
The Very Real Dangers of Tasers
Jan 2, 2015
Research by Robert Kane, PhD, professor and head of the Department of Criminology and Justice Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences, was mentioned in a Pacific Standard magazine article on the dangers of tasers on Jan. 2.
N.J. and Dinosaurs are Perfect Together
Jan 2, 2015
Ned Gilmore, collections manager of vertebrate biology at the Academy of Natural Sciences, was quoted in a Dec. 2 NJ.com article about New Jersey’s rich dinosaur history.
January 2015: Arctic Records, Drexel Culinary Arts and Science & Martha and the Lost
Jan 2, 2015
The culinary program in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was featured on WHYY-TV’s “Friday Arts” on Jan. 2. Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, director of the Center, James Feustel,instructor and director of culinary arts and food science, and Alexandra Zeitz, an undergraduate student in culinary arts, were interviewed.

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