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May

Why the Murder of an Abortion Provider Resonates Six Years Later
May 31, 2015
David S. Cohen, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in several stories about the assassination of George Tiller in 2009, including Mic.com, Ebony and A is For.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T
May 31, 2015
Abi Aghayere, PhD, senior associate dean for academic affairs in the Goodwin College of Professional Studies, was quoted in a May 2015 Prism article about engineering technology.
A Robot Butt Named Patrick Helps Medical Students Practice Intimate Exams
May 29, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 28 Buzzfeed post for its part in creating a robotic feedback tool that assists medical students in practicing proctology examinations.
What Happens if Sepp Blatter Returns As FIFA President?
May 29, 2015
Karen Weaver, EdD, an associate professor and interim director of the sport management program in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was interviewed in a May 29 Bloomberg segment about the aftermath of the FIFA scandal.
Dawn of the Text-Message Therapist
May 29, 2015
Marina Gershkovich, a doctoral student in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quote in a Vice Motherboard article on May 31 about online therapy.
Science on Tap Wants You to Join the Darkside with “Dark Matter Matters”
May 29, 2015
Christina Love, PhD, an assistant teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was mentioned in a May 29 Geekadelphia post for speaking at the next “Science on Tap” event about dark matter.
Caissie Levy to Lead Reading of New Musical 'ANY OTHER WAY' in Philadelphia
May 28, 2015
Brannon Wiles and Bill Fennelly, assistant professors in Westphal College, were mentioned in a May 28 Phindie.com post about their class “Producing for Live Entertainment” that is staging a reading of a new musical called “Any Other Way” at The Adrienne Theater this weekend. The post was also picked up by Broadway World.
That Big Enrollment Change at Drexel: How Did it go?
May 28, 2015
Randall C. Deike, senior vice president for enrollment management and student success, was quoted in a May 28 Philadelphia Inquirer story about the success of Drexel’s new enrollment strategy. The story also quoted an email sent by Helen Y. Bowman, executive vice president for finance, treasurer and chief financial officer.
Affluent Teens Twice as Likely to Find Seasonal Work
May 28, 2015
Ishwar Khatiwada, an economist in the Center for Labor Markets and Policy, was mentioned in a May 28 Boston Globe story about the Center’s recent research on summer teen employment.
'Popping' HIV into Oblivion
May 27, 2015
Several contributed articles on LiveScience.com on May 27 featured research at Drexel, including a microbicide developed by Cameron Abrams, PhD, a professor in the College of Engineering, and the discovery of the dinosaur Dreadnoughtusby a team led by Kenneth Lacovara, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences. An article about a fossil turtle discovery was also picked up by Yahoo!News.
A Robotic Butt Exists, and his Name is Patrick
May 27, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 27 Mashable post for its part in creating a robotic butt that assists medical students in practicing proctology examinations.
Don’t Micromanage Employees - Empower and Hold Them Accountable for Results
May 27, 2015
Stan Silverman, vice-chairman of Drexel’s Board of Trustees, authored a May 27 Philadelphia Business Journal guest commentary column about management issues.
Free Museum Passes for Teens Cultivating Future Stewards
May 27, 2015
The Academy of Natural Sciences was mentioned in a May 27 Philadelphia Inquirer and Uwishunu posts for participating in STAMP On The Parkway.
Medical Students use a Robotic Butt Called Patrick to get to Grips with the Prostate
May 27, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 27 Metro (UK) post for its part in creating a robotic feedback tool that assists medical students in practicing proctology examinations.
Backing on the way for Startups
May 27, 2015
President John A. Fry was mentioned in a May 27 Philadelphia Inquirer story for his role chairing a CEO Council for Growth task force that created the Health Care Innovation Collaborative, in which Drexel will be a member.
New Phila. Collaboration Promotes Innovation in Health Care
May 27, 2015
President John A. Fry was mentioned in a May 27 Philadelphia Business Journal story for his role chairing a CEO Council for Growth task force that created the Health Care Innovation Collaborative, in which Drexel will be a member.
Philadelphia’s Rankings: Good for Visitors, Bad for us
May 26, 2015
Marla Gold, MD, a professor and dean emerita in the School of Public Health, authored a May 26 Philadelphia Inquirer story about Philadelphia’s national rankings in health.
Summer Job Crunch
May 26, 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 May 26 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) segment about the teen summer job market in Philadelphia.
Drexel Police Catch Two Men After Pursuit
May 25, 2015
Drexel police were mentioned in a May 25 WPVI-TV (6-abc) story for their involvement in catching two men on pursuit.
Gallery-Area Developments Seen as Cooperative
May 25, 2015
Harris Steinberg, executive director of the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was mentioned in a May 25 Philadelphia Inquirer article about Gallery-area developments.
E. Passyunk a Hot Property
May 24, 2015
Kevin Gillen, senior fellow at the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a May 24 Philadelphia Inquirer article about the East Passyunk neighborhood.
Five Words for Grads
May 24, 2015
A commencement speech by Thomas R. Kline, a Drexel trustee and a founding partner of the nationally recognized firm, Kline & Specter, who pledged $50 million to name the Kline School of Law, was mentioned in a May 24 Philadelphia Inquirer article about commencement speeches.
Philadelphia Colleges Consider Implementing 'Yes Means Yes' Sexual Consent Policy
May 23, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 23 USA TodayCollege story for participating in a hearing considering the implementation of a “yes means yes” sexual consent policy for Philadelphia universities.
Knitted Supercapacitors to Power Smart Shirts
May 22, 2015
Kristy Jost, a doctoral student in the College of Engineering; Yury Gogotsi, PhD, Trustee Chair and Distinguished professor in the College of Engineering and director of the A.J. Drexel Nanomaterials Institute; and Drexel's Shima Seiki Haute Technology Lab were mentioned in a May 22 IEEE Spectrum story about their work to develop knitted textiles that can store energy.
Why Washing Chicken Before Cooking is Unsafe
May 22, 2015
Jennifer Quinlan, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a contributed article on LiveScience.com on May 22 about the “Don’t Wash Your Chicken” food safety campaign she co-developed in 2013.
Hard Graft Endangered
May 22, 2015
President John A. Fry was mentioned in a May 22 Economist article about the Philadelphia mayoral race. The story was also picked up by the Philadelphia Business Journal.
College Grad Hiring Blitz Hits Philly
May 22, 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 May 22 PhillyMag.com “Biz Philly” post about college graduate hiring in Philadelphia.
Teens Craft Audio Tours for Philly Galleries and Museums
May 22, 2015
The Academy of Natural Sciences was mentioned in a May 21 Newsworks.org story about teenagers who created audio tours for local Philadelphia museums.
Four Decades after its Discovery, Lyme Disease Still Confounds Doctors, Patients
May 22, 2015
A May 21 Newsworks.org story about approaches to treating Lyme disease quoted Garth Ehrlich, PhD, a professor in the College of Medicine.
Voelker, Geppi-Aikens, 7 Others Elected to Hall of Fame
May 22, 2015
Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach Brian Voelker, was mentioned in a May 22 Baltimore Sun story about his selection for the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame.
The Watched Pot: How Scientists are Making a Better Boil
May 22, 2015
Matthew McCarthy, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Engineering, was featured in a May 22 segment on WHYY’s “The Pulse” about his research, which uses microscopic viruses to create nanostructure surfaces that improve heat transfer during the process of boiling water.
Do This! By Michael Harrington
May 22, 2015
A display of work by Ray Bartkus in the Leonard Pearlstein Gallery was included in a May 22 Philly.com “Do This!” column.
The Price of a Boss’s Bad Behavior: $226 Million
May 21, 2015
Research by Ralph Walkling, a professor in the LeBow College of Business and executive director of the Center for Corporate Governance, on the impact of executive indiscretions was noted in the Wall Street Journal on May 21.
Study: Fracking's effect on air quality not as damaging as expected
May 21, 2015
Peter DeCarlo, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a May 21 Philly Voice post about his research on air quality in the Marcellus Shale region.
Farm-to-Shelter Effort Nourishes Homeless Families
May 21, 2015
The Drexel Food Lab in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was mentioned in a May 21 Philadelphia Inquirer story about how the Jade Addams Place homeless shelter is working to provide better-tasting, more healthy food to the people it serves.
Drexel Students Paid to Start Businesses
May 21, 2015
Donna DeCarolis, PhD, dean of the Close School of Entrepreneurship, and Christopher Gray, an undergraduate student in the LeBow College of Business and Close School of Entrepreneurship, were interviewed on CNBC on May 21 about the entrepreneurship co-op offered at Drexel
Hacking Investigation
May 20, 2015
Robert D’Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor and associate dean for humanities and social science research in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed in a May 20 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) in a story about the Philadelphia City Council website being hacked on election day.
Fossil Fragments Reveal Enormous Ancient Turtle
May 19, 2015
Ted Daeschler, PhD, vice president at the Academy of Natural Sciences and associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a contributed article on LiveScience.com on May 19 about the discovery announced last year of the missing half of a large fossil sea turtle limb.
Philly Area Ranks 22 on American Fitness Index
May 19, 2015
Stella Volpe, PhD, professor and chair of the Department of Nutrition Sciences in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Philly.com story on May 19 about the new American Fitness Index rankings released by the American College of Sports Medicine.
Drexel University Researchers Advising FAA Drone Regulators
May 19, 2015
Kurtulus Izzetoglu, PhD, an assistant research professor in the School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems, was quoted in a May 19 story on KYW-Radio (1060-AM) about Drexel’s participation in an FAA research center to study unmanned aircraft systems.
Experts Blast New York Times Hit Piece On EPA
May 19, 2015
Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Think Progress post on May 20 about a recent New York Times article that accused the EPA of violating federal laws on grassroots campaigning even though the publication knew the accusation was not true.
Drexel grad Zach Makovsky gearing up for UFC showdown
May 19, 2015
Diving Head Coach Katryn Valladares was mentioned in a May 19 Philly.com post for helping to train Zach Makovsky, a Drexel alumnus, for his upcoming UFC fight.
Amtrak’s Joe Boardman: Out in Front When Tragedy Hits – a Lesson in Leadership for all CEOs
May 19, 2015
Stan Silverman, vice-chairman of Drexel’s Board of Trustees, authored a May 19 Philadelphia Business Journal guest commentary column about the leadership exhibited by Amtrak CEO Joe Boardman.
Has Nothing Changed?
May 19, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in an Inside Higher Ed blog post on May 19 about changes in higher education. Drexel was highlighted for its cooperative education program as a model of bridge-to-work programs that could become more popular at other universities in the next few years.
Periscope, Meerkat Threaten Teams’ Hold on Video Feeds
May 19, 2015
Karen Weaver, EdD, an associate professor and interim director of the sport management program in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was quoted in a May 19 Boston Globe article about the use of video apps in sports arenas.
Illinois AD Cautions Against 'Rush to Judgment' Over Player Accusations
May 19, 2015
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, was quoted in a May 19 CBS Sports story about accusations of emotional abuse from the women’s basketball program at the University of Illinois.
Study: Lower Than Expected Air Pollutants Detected at Marcellus Drilling Sites
May 19, 2015
Peter DeCarlo, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Engineering and College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a May 19 story on NPR’s “StateImpact" blog about his research on air pollution in the Marcellus Shale region ofPennsylvania.
The Pentagon's Prices
May 18, 2015
Robert Kane, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and director of the criminology and justice studies program, was interviewed in a May 18 KCRW-FM (Los Angeles) segment about Pentagon’s distribution of equipment to local police forces.
Does TOR Inhibit Online Participation?
May 18, 2015
Research by Rachel Greenstadt, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Computing & Informatics and director of the Privacy, Security and Automation Laboratory, was mentioned in a May 18 Politico post about Tor users.
Home Sales Up, Prices Down in Phila. Suburbs in Quarter
May 18, 2015
Kevin Gillen, senior fellow at the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a May 18 Philadelphia Inquirer article about research on home sales and prices in the Philadelphia suburbs in 2015’s first quarter.
How Abortion Providers Are 'Living in the Crosshairs'
May 18, 2015
David S. Cohen, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was featured in a May 18 Rolling Stone piece about his new book on anti-abortion terrorism.
Experts Blast New York Times Hit Piece On EPA
May 18, 2015
Patrick Craven, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Computing & Informatics, and Kurtulus Izzetoglu, PhD, an assistant research professor in the School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems, were quoted in a May 18 WHYY/Newsworks.org story about Drexel’s participation in an FAA research center on unmanned aircraft systems.
The Case of Former University of Illinois Football Player Simon Cvijanovic Points to Need for Independent Players' Association
May 18, 2015
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Center for Hospitality and Sport Management, authored a May 18 Huffington Post story about the need for independent players’ association in college football through the case of ex-University of Illinois offensive lineman Simon Cvijanovich.
The Four Best Ways You Become a Standout Nursing Student
May 17, 2015
Gloria Donnelly, PhD, dean of the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a May 17 Denver Post article about ways to become a standout nursing student.
Addressing Rural Area Drug Addiction Key to Reducing Spread of Hepatitis C
May 17, 2015
Alexis Roth, PhD, an assistant professor in the School of Public Health, was quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer article on May 17 about drug addiction and the spared of Hepatitis C infections in rural Indiana
Philly Mayoral Candidates Prepare for Primary
May 17, 2015
William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed in a May 17 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) segment about Tuesday’s Democratic primary for mayor.
Drexel Courts Permanent Residents
May 17, 2015
Robert Francis, Drexel's vice president for University Facilities, was quoted in a May 17 Philadelphia Inquirer article about Drexel’s newest housing complex that will be built on 3201 Race Street.
Rex Smith: Hunger in a Land of Food Abundance
May 16, 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 an Albany Times-Union article on May 16 about the work of the Congressionally appointed National Hunger Commission which she co-chairs.
Drexel University Will Renovate its Korman Center and the Surrounding Area
May 15, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 15 Philadelphia Business Journal post about plans to expand the Korman Center and reimagine the quad thanks to an $8 million gift from the Hyman Korman Family Foundation.
Changing Skyline: The Next Mayor and City Development
May 15, 2015
Drexel’s purchase and expected use of the University City High School site was mentioned in a May 15 “Changing Skylines” Philadelphia Inquirer article about the next mayor and city development.
Damages Cap Complicates Payouts for Amtrak Derailment Victims
May 15, 2015
Beth Haas, a professor at the Thomas Kline School of Law, was quoted in a May 15 Philadelphia Business Journal article about lawsuits from the Amtrak 188 derailment.
FBI is Asked to Investigate Whether Something Hit Doomed Amtrak Train
May 15, 2015
Scott Knowles, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a May 15 Los Angeles Times article about his experiences on a SEPTA Regional Rail train that was hit with a projectile minutes before the Amtrak crash
“When You’re at War, You Have to Have an Enemy”: How the Way We Talk About Crime Makes the Problem Worse
May 15, 2015
Robert Kane, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and director of the criminology and justice studies program, was quoted in a May 15 Salon article about “tough on crime” lexicon.
Drexel Med School Reimagines Brain Care
May 15, 2015
Erol Veznedaroglu, MD, was featured in a May 15 Philadelphia Business Journal column about the newly created Drexel Neurosciences Institute in the College of Medicine, where he is chair of the department of neurosurgery and director of the Institute.
Amtrak 188
May 15, 2015
Joseph Martin, PhD, a professor in the College of Engineering, was a guest on WHYY radio (91-FM)’s “Radio Times with Marty Moss-Coane” on May 15 to discuss the Amtrak train derailment in Port Richmond and measures that could have been taken to prevent it.
Northeast Corridor Starving for Investment After Fatal Amtrak Accident
May 15, 2015
Vibhas Madan, PhD, the director of Drexel University's School of Economics, was quoted in a May 14 Philadelphia Business Journal story about Amtrak’s funding.
Drexel's College of Medicine Graduation
May 15, 2015
The College of Medicine’s commencement ceremony was featured in a May 15 WXTF-TV (FOX-29) segment.
Jewish Drexel Student Finds Swastika Next to Israeli Flag
May 15, 2015
A statement by President John A. Fry about a recent anti-Semitic incident on campus was quoted in a May 15 Jewish Exponent article.
High School Sets up Autistic Kids to Fail in College. Here's How to Fix the Problem.
May 14, 2015
The Drexel Autism Support Program was featured in a story on Vox.com on May 14 about the needs of young adults on the autism spectrum after high school. Gerard Hoefling, PhD and David Hallowell, directors of advising retention diversity who manage the program, were quoted.
Plates get 'Smart' Through Object Recognition
May 14, 2015
Michael Lowe, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a story on WHYY radio (91-FM)’s “The Pulse” on May 15 about a new “smart plate” technology that claims to help people track their food consumption.
Learning Daily Skills Prepares Kids With Autism for Adult Life
May 14, 2015
Anne Roux, a research scientist in the Life Course Outcomes Program at the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, was quoted in two stories syndicated by HealthDay News on May 14, one about life skills training for youth on the autism spectrum and one about how adults with autism fare in job interviews.
Jim Kenney Holds Commanding Lead In Democratic Mayoral Primary
May 14, 2015
Richardson Dilworth, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and director of the Center for Public Policy, was quoted in a May 14 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) story about the upcoming mayoral race.
Homage, With Humor, to Barnes' Ensembles
May 14, 2015
Martha Lucy, an assistant professor in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was mentioned in a May 14 Philadelphia Inquirer article about a new exhibit at the Barnes Foundation, where she is a consulting curator.
The Study at University City is Coming to Town…
May 14, 2015
President John A. Fry was mentioned in a May 13 University City Review article about the groundbreaking of University City’s Study hotel.
Midshipman on Leave, Wells Fargo Vice President Among 8 Amtrak Victims
May 14, 2015
Kline School of Law Professor Karl Okamoto, JD, was quoted in a May 13 USA Today article about Rachel Jacobs, the CEO of the online learning startup ApprenNet Okamoto founded who was missing and confirmed dead in the wake of the Amtrak derailment. He was quoted in similar stories in the Philadelphia Business Journal and CNNMoney.com.
238 Passengers. 5 Crew on Train
May 14, 2015
Eric Stander, MD, assistant professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine, was featured on ABC World News talking about treating train derailment victims at Hahnemann University Hospital. Anita Gupta, DO, assistant professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, was featured on CNN discussing the medical response to the accident.
Nothing to Sneeze at: Allergies Take Toll on Sufferers and Economy
May 13, 2015
Donald Dvorin, MD, assistant professor in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a May 13 Philly Voice article about allergies.
Drexel Hosts Zombie Con This Thursday
May 13, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 13 PhillyMag.com story and a May 14 Philly.com post for hosting Zom(bie) Con.
Amtrak 188 Derailment isn't Philadelphia's First Passenger Train Disaster
May 13, 2015
Scott Knowles, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed in a May 13 WHYY-FM “NewsWorks Tonight” segment about a 1943 train derailment that occurred a mile away from the recent Amtrak train accident. He was also quoted in a May 13 PhillyMag.com post about his experiences on a SEPTA Regional Rail train that was hit with a projectile minutes before the Amtrak crash.
Amtrak Crash Occurred Near Tank Cars
May 13, 2015
Joseph Martin, PhD, a professor in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a May 13 stories on Philly.com, CBS Philly, and was interviewed on WPVI-TV (6-abc) about the derailment of an Amtrak train in Port Richmond on Tuesday night.
Seared into City's Memory, MOVE Tragedy Holds Lessons That Still Resonate
May 13, 2015
Donald Tibbs, JD, PhD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a WHYY/Newsworks.org story on May 13 about the MOVE bombing, which occurred 30 years ago.
Researchers Found that Philly Teens Have the Highest Unemployment Rate in the Nation
May 12, 2015
A new study on teen employment by Paul Harrington, PhD, a professor in the School of Education and director of the Center for Labor Markets and Policy, was featured in a May 12 KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) radio segment.
How Philly Doctors Are Saving the World
May 12, 2015
Akhil Vaidya, PhD, a professor in the College of Medicine, was featured in the May issue of Philadelphia magazine for his team’s malaria research efforts. The article also featured the work of College of Medicine faculty including Jeffrey Jacobson, MD, professor and chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases and HIV Medicine; Irwin Chaiken, PhD, professor; Yanik Vibert, DO, assistant professor; and Cameron Abrams, a professor in the College of Engineering. In addition, Daniel V. Schidlow, MD, Annenberg Dean and senior vice president of medical affairs, was quoted.
The Twilight of American Trains
May 12, 2015
Jeff Stanley, an instructor in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was interviewed in a May 12 Atlantic article about how U.S. passenger rail is lacking compared to European and East Asian counterparts.
Drexel Again Dominates at Dad Vail Regatta
May 11, 2015
Drexel Crew’s third consecutive championship in the Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta over the weekend was featured in a number of publications including The Philadelphia Inquirer, KYW-TV (CBS-3), Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia and the Press of Atlantic City. Head Coach Paul Savell and senior rowers Dean Hill and Grigorious Papadourakis were quoted.
FAA Raps Drexel to Research Commercial Drone Possibilities
May 11, 2015
Kurtulus Izzetoglu, PhD, an assistant research professor in the School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems, and Patrick Craven, PhD, an assistant research professor in the College of Computing & Informatics, were quoted in a May 11 Philly Voice post about Drexel’s inclusion in a National Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems research. The research partnership was also mentioned in a Philly.com business brief and a post on Technically Philly.
22-Year-Old Game Developer Greg Lobanov is Leaving for Vancouver
May 11, 2015
Greg Lobanov, an undergraduate in Westphal College, was profiled in a Technically Philly post on May 11.
A Celebration of Skating
May 9, 2015
Love on the Streets, a festival celebrating skateboarding, music and the arts, which was organized by Joseph Esposito, an undergraduate in Westphal College, was mentioned in a WPVI-TV (6-ABC) segment on May 9. The festival was a fundraiser for the Franklin’s Paine Skatepark Fund, which builds community parks throughout the city.
Hotel News: The Study at University City Breaks Ground
May 8, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 8 PhillyMag.com post about “The Study at University City,” a new hotel being built on campus that is slated to open in the fall of 2016. President John A. Fry was quoted.
Scientists Are Being Accused Of Pandering To Politicians Who Want To Delay Action On Climate
May 8, 2015
Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a BuzzFeed.com post on May 8 about policy experts fighting over climate change.
Paine’s Park to Host Philly’s First Skate Festival This Weekend
May 8, 2015
Love on the Streets, a festival celebrating skateboarding, music and the arts that was organized by Joseph Esposito, an undergraduate in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was featured on the events calendars of PhillyMag.com, Newsworks.org and Uwishunu.comon May 8.
Music Revival
May 8, 2015
Toby Seay, an associate professor in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, Marc Offenbach, an assistant professor in the College, and Matthew Kleinman, an undergraduate music industry student, were featured in a May 8 WPVI-TV (6-abc) story about the College’s Uncovering the Philly Groove class. In the class students are putting the finishing touches on songs from the defunct Philly Groove Record label that were originally recorded more than 40 years ago.
Latest Round of 'Call for Ideas' Grants for Start-ups
May 8, 2015
Charles Sacco, entrepreneur in residence and director of external relations for the Close School of Entrepreneurship as well as director of the Baiada Institute, was quoted in a May 8 Philadelphia Inquirer article about Drexel’s involvement in funding a “StartUp PHL “Call for Ideas” grant for student entrepreneurs.
For Collegiate Bikers, Philly Can be Tough Territory
May 7, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 7 USA Today College post about collegiate bikers in Philadelphia.
Painkiller Addiction Spawns New Threat
May 7, 2015
Stacey Trooskin, MD, an assistant professor in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a May 7 Philadelphia Inquirer article about hepatitis C infections caused by prescription painkiller overdoses.
Health Care Lacking in Philadelphia's Low-Income Areas
May 7, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 7 Philadelphia Inquirer article for partnering with a health clinic in North Philadelphia.
Fashion and Jazz
May 7, 2015
Alphonso McClendon, an associate professor in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was interviewed on WHYY’s “Radio Times” on May 7 about his new book on fashion and jazz.
What Freddie Gray's Knife Says About Police Power in America
May 7, 2015
Robert Kane, PhD, a professor and head of the criminology and justice studies program in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Christian Science Monitor article on May 7 about Freddie Gray and trends in policing.
O's fans assemble grassroots ReOpening Day event to help unite city behind team
May 6, 2015
Sam Angell, assistant director of athletic communications, was featured in a May 6 Baltimore Sun column about his efforts to rally the community around next Monday’s Orioles game as a way of raising support to rebuild neighborhoods that were damaged during last week’s riots.
A Small Victory in the War Over Pensions
May 6, 2015
Norman Stein, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in an Al Jazeera America story on May 6 about pensions.
Newly Named Guggenheim Fellows Reflect on Landscape Photography
May 6, 2015
Stuart Rome, a professor in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was featured in a TIME.com article on May 6 for winning a Guggenheim fellowship for photography.
Another Driven Propp Prepares for Dad Vail Regatta
May 6, 2015
Drexel Crew was featured in a May 5 post on Philly.com a May 6 story in the Press of Atlantic City and a May 6 WCAU-TV (NCB-10)segment as the team prepares to defend its Dad Vail championship this weekend. Paige Propp, a member of the women’s crew, was featured in a May 7 Philadelphia Inquirer story as well.
Drexel’s New-Look Quad Will Feature Campus Green, Renovated Korman Center
May 6, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 6 PhillyMag.com post about plans to expand the Korman Center and reimagine the quad thanks to an $8 million gift from the Hyman Korman Family Foundation.
How Safe is Temple
May 6, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 6 Philly Voice article about the safety of Philadelphia campuses.
'Before I Die' Closes at Drexel: University City's Public Space in Transition
May 5, 2015
A lecture by street artist Candy Chang, hosted by the College of Arts and Sciences, was featured in Flying Kite Media on May 5. The article also mentioned Drexel’s plans for the University City High School site.
Arpaio Exec. Action Suit May Help Spur High Court Review
May 5, 2015
Anil Kalhan, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Law360.com article on May 5 about Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio's challenge over President Barack Obama's immigration executive actions.
Bacteria Transplants Newest Disease-Fighting Frontier
May 5, 2015
Neilanjan Nandi, MD, an assistant professor in the College of Medicine, was featured in a special health report on May 5 on WPVI-TV (6-abc) discussing the benefits of using a fecal matter transplant to treat C. difficile, a dangerous and potentially life threatening intestinal infection.
Philadelphia-Area Universities Line Up Diverse Group Of Commencement Speakers
May 4, 2015
Drexel was mentioned in a May 4 CBS Philly list of commencement speakers at local universities.
Fairmount Park Plans for the Future
May 4, 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 quoted in a Newsworks.org story on May 4 about plans for Fairmount Park.
Philly Finalists Selected for $3 Million Arts in Development Grant
May 4, 2015
Lucy Kerman, PhD, vice provost for university and community partnerships, was quoted in a Philly Voice story on May 4 about Drexel being among four Philadelphia organizations selected as finalists by ArtPlace America for community development investments. The finalist will receive a $3 million grant to incorporate arts and cultural strategies into its community work.
Approaches to Treating Lyme Disease Differ
May 3, 2015
A May 3 Philadelphia Inquirer story about approaches in treating Lyme disease mentions the College of Medicine as being the host of a recent two-day international symposium about the disease and includes a quote from Garth Ehrlich, PhD, a professor in the College of Medicine.
Post-Race Recovery Tips for Broad Street Runners
May 3, 2015
Thomas Trojian, MD, a sports medicine specialist and professor in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a May 3 Philadelphia Inquirer story about post-race recovery tips for Broad Street runners.
Cops in Freddie Gray's Death: Could Politics Tangle Prosecutor's Case?
May 2, 2015
Robert Kane, PhD, a professor and head of the criminology and justice studies program in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Christian Science Monitor story on May 2 about prosecuting police officers in the death of Freddie Gray.
“We Need to Talk About This as Terrorism”: The War Against Abortion Providers
May 2, 2015
A new book on anti-abortion terrorism co-authored by David S. Cohen, JD, associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was featured on Salon.com on May 2 and May 3.
Want to Compete with Big Brands? Get Social
May 1, 2015
Research by Rajneesh Suri, PhD, a professor in the LeBow College of Business, was profiled in a May 1 Business News Daily post on the power of social media for small businesses.
America's Obsession With Health Awareness Days Isn't Making People Healthier
May 1, 2015
Jonathan Purtle, DrPH, an assistant professor in the School of Public Health, was quoted in an International Business Times story on May 1 about his commentary in the American Journal of Public Health questioning the evidence for effectiveness of health awareness days.
Frenzied Real Estate Market Makes Any Building a Teardown Target
May 1, 2015
Robert Francis, vice president of University Facilities, was quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer article on May 1 about real estate development along the Lancaster Avenue corridor in Powelton Village.

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