March

Germantown Girls Get Prom Dresses from Fashion Exec Who Changed His Life to Do Good

Mar 31, 2018

Chris Baeza, an assistant teaching professor in Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was quoted in a March 31 Philadelphia Inquirer article about the need for businesses in fashion to be civically minded to attract attention from Millennials and Generation Z types – who want their purchases to consider other people and the planet.

Philadelphia Bans Smoking in all Public Housing Units Starting Monday

Mar 30, 2018

A past study on secondhand smoking exposure in Philadelphia Housing Authority homes by Ann Klassen, PhD, a professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was cited in a March 30 Philadelphia Inquirer story on the beginning on a smoking ban in those homes that is now beginning.

14 Million Visitors to U.S. Face Social Media Screening

Mar 30, 2018

Anil Kalhan, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a March 30 New York Times story about newly proposed rules from the State Department that would require all visa applicants to submit their social media user names for the past five years in order to enter the United States.

Awareness overload? We've had 13 Different World 'Something' Days in Just 1 Week

Mar 28, 2018

Jonathan Purtle, DrPH, an assistant professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a March 28 CBC News story about the diminishing effects of having so many "awareness days."

'What Happened' vs. 'What's Wrong': Recognizing How Trauma Impacts us All

Mar 27, 2018

Mariana Chilton, PhD, professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health and director of the Center for Hunger-Free Communities, authored a March 15 Philadelphia Inquirer/Daily News op-ed on the need to address community-level trauma in Philadelphia. Both Sandra Bloom, MD, associate professor, and Jonathan Purtle, DrPH, assistant professor, of the Dornsife School of Public Health, were listed in the piece as being part of the same campaign as Chilton.

Teacher Ed, with Trauma in Mind

Mar 27, 2018

Dominic Gullo, PhD, professor, and Mary Jean Tecce De Carlo, an associate clinical professor in the School of Education were quoted in a March 21 story in The Notebook about adding information about social and emotional learning to teaching curricula.

Provost of Drexel University M. Brian Blake: A Rising Star in Academia

Mar 24, 2018

Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs M. Brian Blake, PhD, was featured in a March 24 Savoy magazine story featuring him as a "rising star in academia."

Intel University Names the Top College Game Projects at GDC 2018

Mar 23, 2018

Westphal College undergraduates Andre Edgarian, Ryan McMahon, Utkarsh Dwivedi and Ben Spurr were featured in a March 23 Venture Beat story about the winners of the University Game Showcase at Intel’s Game Developer Conference. The students’ game, “Fling to the Finish,” won prizes for best game play and visuals.

Best Real Estate Deals: The Projects, People & Companies Changing the Landscape

Mar 23, 2018

Vue 32, a mixed-use development project by Radnor Property Group LLC on Drexel-owned property that includes a residential tower, townhouses and a Nobel Learning Communities preschool, was featured in the Philadelphia Business Journal on March 23 as one of the city's best real estate deals.

Marielle Franco’s Murder Reveals The Real Brazil

Mar 23, 2018

Sharrelle Barber, ScD, an assistant research professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was mentioned in a March 23 HuffPost story about the assassination of Brazilian councilwoman and activist Marielle Franco.

Philadelphia’s Condo Boom Lures Hipsters and Baby-Boomers

Mar 23, 2018

Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a March 23 Financial Times story about Philadelphia’s booming real estate market.

A Riot of Civility Erupts in Philly—of All Places

Mar 23, 2018

Paula Marantz Cohen, PhD, dean of the Pennoni Honors College and distinguished professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, authored a March 23 Wall Street Journal opinion article about animosity in American society.

PA18 District Special Election

Mar 22, 2018

William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on Sirius XM Radio's "POTUS 24" program on March 12 about the special election for the US House of Representatives race in the PA18 District and the foreshadowing of the 2018 elections.

‘Marielle, Presente!’ Becomes a Rallying Cry in the Global Fight Against Racism

Mar 22, 2018

Sharrelle Barber, ScD, an assistant research professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, wrote an account of meeting Marielle Franco, a Brazilian councilwoman and activist, the night before she was assassinated. It was posted on Sojourners magazine's site March 22.

“I’m Terrified”: Life on the Front Lines of the Sunoco Pipeline

Mar 22, 2018

Marie J. Kurz, PhD, assistant research professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and research scientist in the Academy of Natural Sciences, was quoted in a March 22 Philadelphia Magazine article about Sunoco’s controversial Mariner East natural gas pipeline project and the recent development of a number of sinkholes in Exton – seemingly a result of the recent construction.

Philadelphia's Population Increased, But It's Not All Good, According to Census Data

Mar 22, 2018

Research by economist Neeta Fogg, a research professor in the Center for Labor Markets and Policy, was featured in a March 22 Philadelphia Inquirer article about Philadelphia’s population increase and the associated implications.

Philly Hopes to Clear Flightpath for Autonomous Drones

Mar 22, 2018

Drexel was mentioned in a March 22 KYW-Newsradio (1060-AM) broadcast and a March 23 WHYY News story as the host of a meeting between city officials, researchers and leaders in infrastructure and technology industries who are all working to position Philadelphia as a leader in the research and development, and use of drones.

Pa. Medical Marijuana Program to About to Double in Size, Adding Unique Research at Philly Medical Schools

Mar 22, 2018

Drexel was mentioned in March 22 Philadelphia Inquirer and WCAU-TV (NBC-10) stories as one of Pennsylvania’s eight major university health systems considering conducting medical marijuana research after the state’s program expands into its second phase.

Here's How to Delete Your Facebook Account

Mar 22, 2018

Pablo Molina, DLS, Drexel’s chief information security officer, was quoted in a March 22 Philly Voice story about how to leave Facebook — as many users are doing in the wake of its data breach crisis involving Cambridge Analytica.

Want to See More Women in STEM Fields? You're Going to Love Drexel's New Dean

Mar 22, 2018

Sharon L. Walker, PhD, the incoming dean of the College of Engineering, and Provost Brian M. Blake, PhD, were quoted in a March 22 Philadelphia Business Journal story about Walker’s appointment as the first female dean of the College.

Riverfronts Bringing New Life and Energy to Philadelphia

Mar 22, 2018

Harris Steinberg, executive director of the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a March 22 Philadelphia Inquirer editorial about the upgrades to the city’s waterfront.

Fight for Flight: Help Monarch Butterflies in S. Jersey

Mar 21, 2018

Jason Weintraub, collections manager in Entomology at the Academy of Natural Sciences, was interviewed for a March 21 Courier Post (N.J.) story on what you can do to help keep monarch butterflies healthy this spring.

Drexel Announces First Female Dean of Engineering College

Mar 20, 2018

Provost Brian M. Blake, PhD, was quoted in March 20 Philadelphia Inquirer and Technical.ly Philly stories about the appointment of Sharon L. Walker, PhD, as new dean of the College of Engineering.

Could a Pathogen be the Cause of Alzheimer’s Disease?

Mar 20, 2018

Herbert Allen, MD, emeritus professor in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a March 15 Big Think post about the link between bacterial infections and Alzheimer’s disease.

Sports are an Ally in the War Against Alzheimer's For Pa. Couple

Mar 18, 2018

Laura Gitlin, PhD, dean of the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a March 18 Philadelphia Inquirer story about how caregivers can use sports and other activities to help Alzheimer's patients relate to their environments in a meaningful way.

College Basketball Players Are Already Getting Paid, So Pay Them What They’re Worth

Mar 18, 2018

A 2011 study by Ellen J. Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Center for Sport Management, was mentioned in a March 16 SB Nation story about paying college athletes.

DA Signals Deal to Drop Most Charges Against Activist Who Defaced Frank Rizzo Statue

Mar 16, 2018

Women Entrepreneurs: Get Certified as a Woman-Owned Business

Mar 16, 2018

Donna De Carolis PhD, dean of the Close School of Entrepreneurship, was quoted in a March 16Forbes story about woman-owned businesses.

To Address Shortage of Black Doctors, Drexel Medical Students Create Mentoring Network

Mar 16, 2018

Dexter C. Graves and Bisola Egbe, fourth-year medical students in the College of Medicine, andTed Corbin, MD, an associate professor in the College of Medicine and Dornsife School of Public Health, were quoted in a March 16 Philadelphia Inquirer story about how a Drexel student-created mentoring network is addressing the country's shortage of African-American doctors. The story also appeared in The Morning Call (Allentown, Pennsylvania) on March 17.

St. Christopher's Doctor Named Pa. Pediatrician of the Year

Mar 16, 2018

Renee M. Turchi, MD, an associate professor in the College of Medicine and the Dornsife School of Public Health, was featured in a March 16 Philadelphia Inquirer story for being named the Pennsylvania Pediatrician of the Year 2017 by the state chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Immigration Agency No Longer Describes America as a 'Nation of Immigrants'

Mar 15, 2018

Anil Kalhan, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a March 15 Philadelphia Inquirer article in regards to the immigration agency removing ‘nation of immigrants’ from its description.

Introducing Inmates to Real Life via Virtual Reality

Mar 15, 2018

Cyndi Rickards, EdD, senior assistant dean for community engagement in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a March 15 US News & World Report story about the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections using technology to ease former juvenile lifers back into society.

Needed NCAA Reforms Appear Unlikely Soon

Mar 14, 2018

Ellen J. Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Center for Sport Management, was quoted in a March 16 Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, story about necessary NCAA reforms and whether they will truly address major issues with NCAA-NBA relationships, apparel companies and other pertinent concerns.

Medical Mystery: Was it Really Cold Weather That Killed the President?

Mar 13, 2018

Allan B. Schwartz, MD, a professor in the College of Medicine, authored a March 13 presidential "Medical Mystery" piece for The Philadelphia Inquirer about what disease killed William Henry Harrison.

Things Got Heated at This Year's Philly Chef Conference

Mar 13, 2018

The Philly Chef Conference was featured in a March 13 Philadelphia magazine story. Michael Traud, JD, EdD, an assistant clinical professor and director of the Hospitality Management program in the Center for Food and Hospitality Management and director of the conference, was featured in the piece.

25 Must-See Exhibitions in Philadelphia for Winter 2018

Mar 13, 2018

The Academy of Natural Sciences' exhibit, Crocs: Ancient Predators in a Modern World was featured in a list of ongoing exhibitions in a Visit Philadelphia post.

The Great Recession of 2008 Made Sick Americans Even Sicker

Mar 12, 2018

Drexel was mentioned in a March 12 Inverse article about a study that found the recession of 2008 was associated with a rise in American blood pressure levels.

Health Fair Looks to Boost Medical Accessibility for Philly’s Latino Communities

Mar 12, 2018

College of Medicine first- and second-year medical students Jordy Salcedo, Joanna Sanchez, Noe Cabello, Pablo Ordoñez, Stephanie Anciro and Kevin Lopez were quoted in a March 12 Al Día story about the health fair that Drexel’s Latino Medical Students Association hosted in North Philadelphia this past weekend.

With Pension Plan Out of Money, Diocese Retirees Worry

Mar 12, 2018

Norman Stein, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a March 12 Minnesota Public Radio “NewsCut” story about the cancellation of the Diocese of La Crosse's pension program.

Lay Employees Lament Diocese of La Crosse's Decision to End Their Pension Plan

Mar 10, 2018

Norman Stein, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a March 10 Leader-Telegram article about the Diocese of La Crosse's decision to end their pension plan and how it will affect lay employees.

This Bulletproof Curtain Could Protect Students From Gunmen

Mar 9, 2018

Drexel was mentioned in a March 9 Popular Mechanics story about a bullet-proof curtain that is being designed by Ballistic Cordon Systems, which began as a project by four recent graduates while they were at the University.

Why We Need to Do More to Protect Water Quality in the Philadelphia Region

Mar 9, 2018

Scott Cooper, PhD, president and CEO of the Academy of Natural Sciences, co-wrote a March 9 Philadelphia Inquirer op-ed on ways to protect water quality in and around Philadelphia in light of many federal clean water regulations coming into the crosshairs.

Opioid Overdoses Sending Twice as Many Kids to Hospital

Mar 9, 2018

Philip Massey, PhD, an assistant professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was interviewed on a March 9 WHYY-FM "Newsworks Tonight" segment about upticks in children being admitted to hospitals for opioid overdoses.

Interior Officials Are Citing Coal Execs And Crank Bloggers To Defend Climate Stances

Mar 9, 2018

Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a March 9 Huffington Post article about top officials at the Department of the Interior citing former coal executives and crank bloggers to challenge the overwhelming evidence of the threat posed by man-made climate change.

What Women Want: 13 in Philly Share Their Hopes for 2018

Mar 8, 2018

Ali Groves, PhD, an assistant professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a March 8 Philadelphia Inquirer story that asked 13 Philadelphia-area women what they hope for women this year, in honor of International Women's Day.

And Now, a Lawyer Explains WTF Is Going on with Stormy Daniels

Mar 8, 2018

David S. Cohen, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a March 8 Cosmopolitan article about the lawyer of Stormy Daniels filing a declaratory relief Tuesday.

Tax Break for New Philadelphia Construction Comes Under Financial Watchdog's Sights

Mar 8, 2018

Kevin Gillen, PhD, a senior research fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, had his report featured in a March 8 Philadelphia Inquirer article addressing that Philadelphia’s financial watchdog is currently exploring whether to recommend changes to a much-used tax break for new construction. Gillen’s report was also mentioned in a March 8 Philadelphia Citizen article in regard to Mayor Kenney’s recent Fiscal Year 2019 budget.

Food Spotlight to Shine on Philadelphia Next Week

Mar 8, 2018

The Philly Chef Conference was featured in a March 8 Philadelphia Inquirer article regarding its ability to assemble the top names in food and restaurants to appear in panel discussions primarily to the benefit of students in Drexel’s Center for Food and Hospitality Management, as well as the Philadelphia restaurant community. Director of the Philly Chef Conference, Michael Traud, JD, EdD, assistant clinical professor and director of the hospitality management program, was also featured.

Best to Skip the Afrin and Other Nasal Sprays When You Get a Cold

Mar 7, 2018

Robert Sataloff, MD, professor and Chair of Otolaryngology in the College of Medicine, and Seth Zwillenberg, MD, a clinical associate professor in the College of Medicine, were quoted in a March 7 Philly Voice story about problems associated with using over-the-counter nasal sprays.

Companies Can’t Avoid Politics — and Shouldn’t Try To

Mar 7, 2018

Daniel Korschun, PhD, an associate professor in the LeBow College of Business, coauthored a March 7 Harvard Business Review piece about why companies shouldn't try to avoid politics.

When Should Servers Inform Diners of Menu Specials?

Mar 7, 2018

Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, a professor in the Center for Food and Hospitality Management, was featured on March 7 in Restaurant Business Magazine giving advice as to when servers ought to advise diners on menu specials.

Ancient Gut Microbe Allowed Turtle Ants to Abandon Offense and Focus on Defense

Mar 6, 2018

Jacob Russell, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a March 6 Cosmos magazine story on his work that found turtle ants use bacteria in their stomachs to supplement their diets with nitrogen necessary for their survival. He was also quoted in a UPI story about the study.

Why 'Despair Deaths' Continue to Rise in the U.S.

Mar 6, 2018

Ana Diez Roux, MD, PhD, dean of the Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a March 6Healthline story about the increase of "despair deaths."

Inspire Your Team Like this Drexel Basketball Coach Did

Mar 6, 2018

Stan Silverman, vice chairman of Drexel's Board of Trustees, authored a March 6 Philadelphia Business Journal story about how to inspire teams in the workplace. Drexel's basketball coach Zach Spiker was used as an example of how to be a good team leader.

Data Science Is The Key To Marketing ROI - Here's How To Nail It

Mar 6, 2018

Elea Feit, PhD, an assistant professor in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a March 6 Forbes story about the role of data science in measuring the outcomes of the actions taken by marketers.

Art Critic Tapes 'Climat Change Denier Plaza' Over Koch Inscription Outside the Met

Mar 5, 2018

A March 5 CBC Radio (Canada) story about an art critic papering over "David H. Koch Plaza" across from the Metropolitan Opera House to change the inscription to read "Climate Change Denier Plaza" mentioned a 2012 study by Robert Brulle, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences noting the Koch Industries as one of the world's top funders of climate change denial groups.

March-5-Roux-DisabilityScoop

Mar 5, 2018

Anne Roux, a researcher in the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, was quoted in a March 5 Disability Scoop story about a study that looked into the challenges that persist into adulthood for people with autism.

The ‘Psychological Torment’ Behind Slurs and Symbols Etched Onto Walls

Mar 5, 2018

A Philadelphia Inquirer story that quoted Kenneth Hardy, PhD, a professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, on his experiences seeing racist graffiti was picked up by the Toronto Star March 5.

Philly Ad Campaign Calls Prescription Painkillers ‘Heroin in Pill Form’

Mar 4, 2018

Philip Massey, PhD, an assistant professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was interviewed for a March 4 WHYY-FM story on Philadelphia’s new “Don’t Take the Risk” opioid abuse awareness campaign.

FedEx and UPS Both Look Terrible in Their Bizarre Battle Over NRA Ties

Mar 2, 2018

Daniel Korschun, PhD, an associate professor in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a March 2 Business Insider story about the public fight between FedEx and UPS on gun control and the NRA, and what it means for consumers. The story was picked up by various media outlets including the Connecticut Post, San AntonioExpress News and San Francisco Gate.

What’s Cooking on 1060: Paleopalooza

Mar 2, 2018

The Academy of Natural Science's Paleopalooza weekend was also featured in a KYW-Newsradio (1060-AM) story on March 2.

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Could Decide Whether Using Drugs During Pregnancy Is Child Abuse

Mar 1, 2018

David S. Cohen, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a March 1 Rewire.News story about the Pennsylvania Supreme Court deciding whether to take a case about drug use during pregnancy.

The Role of Corporate America in The Gun Control Debate

Mar 1, 2018

Daniel Korschun, PhD, an associate professor in the LeBow College of Business, was interviewed in a March 1 CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation) segment about the role of corporate America in the gun control debate. He was also quoted in a Bloomberg story about the NRA debate that was picked up Feb. 28 by various media outlets nationally and internationally including Business Day, The Sydney Morning Herald,The Chicago Tribune and Toronto Star.

Throwing Away the Key on ICE Detentions

Mar 1, 2018

Anil Kalhan, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was interviewed on March 1 in a WNYC-Radio (93.9-FM) "The Takeaway" segment about a recent Supreme Court ruling that will deny immigrants the chance to argue for their release when being held in detention during deportation proceedings.

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