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2018

November

Week 1: Mike Quick's Eagles Civic Season
Nov 30, 2018
Richardson Dilworth, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, co-authored a Nov. 30 Philadelphia Citizen column with former Philadelphia Eagle Mike Quick comparing Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., on and off the field, in the lead-up to the Eagles game against Washington this weekend, as part of the Citizen's "Civic Season" series.
Sepsis is a leading cause of death in Delaware. Research shows why some have higher risk
Nov 30, 2018
Ryan Arnold, MD, a faculty member in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Nov. 30 Delaware News Journal story about a study he led, which used big data to identify high-risk factors for death in sepsis patients. Muge Capan, PhD, an associate clinical professor in the LeBow College of Business, co-authored the study.
Patagonia's Unapologetically Political Strategy and the Massive Business It Has Built
Nov 30, 2018
Daniel Korschun, PhD, an associate professor in LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Nov. 30 Inc. story about Patagonia's aggressively political marketing strategy.
Dunkin' Donuts data breach a reminder: Take precautions with logins
Nov 29, 2018
Robert D'Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed for a Nov. 29 KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) segment the recent Dunkin’ Donuts data breach and the precautions consumers ought to take with their logins.
NBC10 moves closer to Action News's world in November sweeps ratings
Nov 29, 2018
Philip Salas, an assistant teaching professor in Westphal College, was quoted in a Nov. 29 Philadelphia Business Journal story about NBC-10's November ratings.
Is a Culinary Degree Worth it?
Nov 29, 2018
Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, a professor in the Center for Food and Hospitality Management, authored a Nov. 29 Restaurant Business story about the worth of a culinary degree.
Vaccine rules under fire from state lawmakers
Nov 29, 2018
Neal Goldstein, PhD, an assistant research professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in Nov. 29 stories in The Philadelphia Inquirer, NBCphiladelphia.com and KOLR-10 (CBS-Springfield, Missouri) about his study that characterized trends in proposed vaccine legislation throughout the country.
It’s Time for Philly to Create Its Own Amazon, Says Richard Florida
Nov 29, 2018
Harris Steinberg, a professor in Westphal College and executive director of the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted, and President John Fry was mentioned in Nov. 29 stories in Philadelphia magazine, Curbed and the Philadelphia Business Journal about The Philadelphia Fellowship — a collaborative program started by Drexel, Jefferson and the University City Science Center, and its inaugural recipient, Richard Florida, PhD.
Lack Of Sleep Intensifies Anger, Researchers Confirm
Nov 29, 2018
Marc Johnson, clinical director of the Drexel Medicine Sleep Center, was interviewed for a Nov. 29 KYW-TV (CBS-3) segment about why lack of sleep can make people angrier.
EHRs help identify patients at greatest risk of dying from sepsis
Nov 28, 2018
Ryan Arnold, MD, a faculty member in the College of Medicine, and Muge Capan, an associate clinical professor in the Lebow College of Business, were quoted in a Nov. 28 Health Data Management article about a study they led that identified subtle symptoms that may point to greater risk of sepsis death. The study was also featured in a Nov. 28 Becker’s Hospital Review story.
As opioid addiction challenges Pa. prisons, smuggled medicine undermines efforts to help
Nov 27, 2018
Jordan Hyatt, Phd, JD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, authored a Nov. 27 Philadelphia Inquirer opinion article about opioid addiction challenges facing prisons in Pennsylvania.
Sanctuary jurisdictions 'violate the laws of our nation'? That's Mostly False
Nov 27, 2018
Anil Kalhan, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Nov. 27 Politifact article about sanctuary jurisdictions and whether they violate federal law.
Autism rates continue to climb, and experts don't exactly know why
Nov 26, 2018
Paul Shattuck, PhD, an associate professor, and Craig Newschaffer, PhD, a professor, both in the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, were quoted in a Nov. 26 stories in USA Today and U.S. News & World Report about a new study that suggests 1 in 40 American children has autism.
Unexpectedly Vanishing Quasars Are Mystifying Scientists
Nov 25, 2018
Gordon Richards, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Nov. 25 WIRED story about vanishing quasars.
A hidden trolley network in Fairmount Park is set for revival
Nov 24, 2018
Elizabeth Milroy, PhD, a professor in Westphal College, was quoted in a Nov. 24 Philadelphia Daily News story about the possible revival of Fairmount Park's hidden trolley network.
Survivor, Artist Inspired New Poetry Book
Nov 24, 2018
Harriet Levin Millan, an associate teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was featured in a Nov. 24 Jewish Exponent story about her latest book "My Oceanography," a collection of poems that was released last month.
Here’s the one thing you need to do to flip houses without paying taxes on the profits
Nov 23, 2018
Anthony Curatola, PhD, the Joseph F. Ford Professor of Accounting in LeBow College of Business, authored a Nov. 23 opinion piece in MarketWatch about how to flip houses without paying taxes on the profits.
10 Things You Shouldn’t Touch at All-You-Can-Eat Buffets
Nov 23, 2018
A Reader's Digest story that quoted Jennifer Quinlan, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, about how to minimize your health risk while eating at a buffet, was picked up by MSN on Nov. 23. Quinlan was also quoted in a Nov. 22 Salon story about the outbreak of salmonella poisoning linked to poultry meats.
Why is it OK there are so many hungry among us?
Nov 23, 2018
Drexel’s Center for Hunger-Free Communities, based in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was mentioned in a Philadelphia Inquirer editorial about hunger on the rise in Philadelphia, despite declines in the national hunger rate.
Philly region’s housing market in 2019: The slowdown will continue, experts say
Nov 23, 2018
Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a Nov. 23 Philadelphia Inquirer story projecting a continued slowdown in the region's housing market next year.
Week 11: Mike Quick's Eagles Civic Season
Nov 23, 2018
Richardson Dilworth, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, co-authored a Nov. 23 Philadelphia Citizen column with former Philadelphia Eagle Mike Quick, comparing Philadelphia to New York, on and off the field, as part of the Citizen's "Civic Season" series.
Multiemployer Plan Rescue Plot 'Distributes Pain Equitably'
Nov 21, 2018
Norman Stein, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in Nov. 21 Law360 article about the impending deadline for lawmakers to devise a strategy to save the multi-employer pension system.
Dr William Rosenberg with Tim Farley self contained
Nov 19, 2018
William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on Sirius XM Radio's "POTUS 124" program on Nov. 19 in segments about the 2018 midterm elections and the White House revoking CNN reporter Jim Acosta's press credential.
4 Levels of Spaghetti & Meatballs: Amateur to Food Scientist
Nov 19, 2018
Rosemary Trout, program director of Culinary Arts and Food Science in the Center for Food and Hospitality Management, was featured in a Nov. 19 Epicurious video reviewing recipes of spaghetti and meatballs.
RANKED: The 50 most underrated colleges in America
Nov 19, 2018
Drexel was included in a Nov. 19 Business Insider story as one of the 50 most underrated colleges in the country.
Maine’s pioneering ranked-choice election likely to catch on nationally
Nov 18, 2018
Jack Santucci, PhD, an assistant teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Nov. 18 Portland Press Herald article about Maine becoming the first state to elect a representative to Congress using a ranked-choice voting instant runoff.
Mass Held Sunday to Celebrate Installation of Tomb of Saint Katherine Drexel
Nov 17, 2018
The Drexel family was mentioned Nov. 17 in broadcast segments on WPVI-TV (6-abc) and KYW-TV (CBS-3) about the transfer of St. Katherine Drexel's remains to the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.
Salmonella outbreak in raw turkey: Experts warn about washing poultry
Nov 16, 2018
Jennifer Quinlan, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Nov. 16 story on the "TODAY" (NBC) show's website about the dangers of washing uncooked poultry. Quinlan was also quoted in a Nov. 20 U.S. News & World Report story on the same topic.
Florida finally got it right on voting for ex-felons. It's not just about rights, it's about public health
Nov 16, 2018
Jonathan Purtle, DrPH, an assistant professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was mentioned in a Nov. 16 USA Today opinion column about voter disenfranchisement and how it can affect public health.
Talent. A Football Scholarship. Then Crushing Depression.
Nov 15, 2018
A 2016 study about college athletes experiencing symptoms of depression, led by College of Medicine researchers, was cited in a Nov. 15 New York Times story about a freshman wide receiver at the University of Washington who struggled with mental illness during his freshman year of college.
goPuff, Philly’s Own on-Demand Delivery Company, Plans Massive Warehouse Expansion in Pa.
Nov 14, 2018
Drexel was mentioned in a Nov. 14 Philadelphia Inquirer story about GoPuff expanding its operations. The company, which was founded by Drexel students, is planning to bring more jobs to the area. Philly Voice and CBS Philly also reported the story.
How Our Careers Affect Our Children
Nov 14, 2018
Jeffrey Greenhaus, PhD, professor emeritus in the LeBow College of Business, was mentioned in a Nov. 14 Harvard Business Review story about how parents' careers affect their children.
Families Squat In Abandoned Homes As The Housing Crisis Grips Detroit
Nov 13, 2018
Claire Herbert, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences was quoted in a Nov. 13 HuffPost article about how Detroit has a tangle of different conditions that make squatting a possibility for individuals and families struggling to afford rent.
Academy of Natural Sciences Curator of Presidents’ Hair will Exhume the Odd Lot Wednesday
Nov 12, 2018
Robert Peck, senior fellow and curator at the Academy of Natural Sciences, was quoted in an Nov. 12 Philadelphia Inquirer article about his new book, Specimens of Hair: The Curious Collection of Peter A. Browne.
After an ugly campaign for immigrants, some midterm wins spark a glimmer of hope
Nov 10, 2018
Anil Kalhan, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Nov. 7 Public Radio International (PRI) article about how the results of the midterm election will shape immigration policy. The article was picked up on Nov. 10 by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
‘James Galanos: Design Integrity’ Review: The West Coast King of Fashion
Nov 10, 2018
Drexel's Fox Historic Costume Collection, in the Westphal College of Media Arts and Design was featured in a Nov. 10 Wall Street Journal article detailing its exhibition, James Galanos: Design Integrity. The show explores Galanos' meticulous construction and embellishment with about 60 ensembles from post-war through the '90s. The show is on display through Jan. 8.
Mike Quick's Eagles Civic Season
Nov 9, 2018
Richardson Dilworth, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and director of the Center for Public Policy, co-authored an Nov. 9 Philadelphia Citizen column, with former Eagle Mike Quick, comparing Philadelphia to Dallas, on and off the field, ahead of the Eagles' game against the Cowboys.
Drug Prices on Ads: as ‘Relevant’ as Percent Daily Value on Food Labels
Nov 9, 2018
Syed Kaleem, a first-year medical student in the College of Medicine, authored a Nov. 9 STAT News opinion piece about why the Trump Administration’s decision to display the list price of drugs on advertisements will not be beneficial to consumers or hold pharmaceutical companies accountable for rising drug costs.
Lingerie leader Victoria’s Secret has new competition: Brands embracing body positivity
Nov 9, 2018
Lisa Hayes, an associate professor in the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was quoted in a Nov. 9 Philadelphia Inquirer article about several companies challenging the conventional view of the lingerie business.
Should Childhood Trauma Be Treated As A Public Health Crisis?
Nov 9, 2018
Jonathan Purtle, PhD, an assistant professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was interviewed for a Nov. 9 NPR story, commenting on a new study that shows how the effects of childhood trauma persist and are linked to mental illness and addiction in adulthood.
Progress & Promise Against Cancer
Nov 8, 2018
The College of Medicine was mentioned in an NBCphiladelphia.com Nov. 8 post about a phone bank event hosted by the station and the American Association for Cancer Research, which will feature a panel of regional cancer experts, including Drexel College of Medicine faculty.
Can Germs Cause Alzheimer’s Disease?
Nov 8, 2018
Garth Ehrlich, PhD, a professor in the College of Medicine, was featured in a Nov. 8 Philadelphia Inquirer story about his research investigating whether bacteria can cause Alzheimer’s disease.
Hairy Coating Keeps Nanoparticles Safe from Immune System, Liver
Nov 8, 2018
Research by Hao Cheng, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Engineering, and Christopher Li, PhD, a professor in the College, about the development of a polymer coating to help cancer-fighting nanoparticles make their way through the bloodstream, without being filtered out by the liver or targeted by the immune system, was featured in a Nov. 8 Medgadget post.
Screen Time Before Bed Not That Bad For Children, Study Shows
Nov 8, 2018
Marc Johnson, clinical director of the Drexel Medicine Sleep Center, was interviewed for a Nov. 8 KYW-TV (CBS-3) segment about whether screen time before bed actually disrupts children’s sleep.
How Restaurants Can Sniff Out Fish Fraud
Nov 8, 2018
Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, a professor in the Center for Food and Hospitality Management, authored a Nov. 8 Restaurant Business article about how restaurants can sniff out fish fraud.
Finally Fed Up: Philadelphia Nets Record Voter Turnout for Divisive Midterm Election
Nov 7, 2018
Megan Schneider, a clinical instructor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Nov. 7 Philadelphia Weekly story about voter turnout across Philadelphia.
After an Ugly Campaign for Immigrants, Some Midterm Wins Spark a Glimmer of Hope
Nov 7, 2018
Anil Kalhan, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Nov. 7 Public Radio International (PRI) article about how midterm wins will be able to shape immigration policy — and reign in Trump’s efforts to curb both irregular and legal immigration.
Guest Commentary: The Opportunity Zone Firehose
Nov 7, 2018
Bruce Katz, distinguished fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation and director of Drexel's Nowak Metro Finance Lab, authored a column for the Philadelphia Citizen on Nov. 7 about the effect of the Trump tax cut on urban areas.
Drexel Political Science Professor Bill Rosenberg Offers Reaction To 2018 Midterm Elections
Nov 7, 2018
William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed in a Nov 7 KYW-TV (CBS-3) segment about how President Trump's agenda will be affected now that the Democrats have taken control of the House.
The cancer-preventing HPV vaccine a dozen years on: Progress, fear, and loathing
Nov 7, 2018
Judith Wolf, MD, an associate professor in the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Nov. 7 Philadelphia Inquirer story about Gardasil, the vaccine that protects against HPV that has led to worldwide declines in the most dangerous types of the virus.
El Chapo Jury Selection: The Challenges Of Jurors' Safety
Nov 6, 2018
Adam Benforado, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Nov. 6 NPR story about the challenges of selecting a jury for the trial of Mexican drug lord Joaquín Guzmán, also known as "El Chapo." The story aired on a number of stations including KQED-Radio (San Francisco), WBEZ-Radio (Chicago), WBUR-Radio (Boston) and WWNO-Radio (New Orleans).
James Galanos and the Integrity of 20th Century Fashion
Nov 6, 2018
Clare Sauro, an assistant professor in Westphal College and curator of the Robert and Penny Fox Historic Costume Collection, was quoted in a Nov. 6 Town & Country magazine story about the Collection's current exhibition featuring the work of fashion designer James Galanos. The story was also picked up by Yahoo! Style.
City design board, neighbors decry plan for Callowhill storage facility
Nov 6, 2018
Nancy Trainer, associate vice president of Planning and Design, was quoted in a Nov. 6 Plan Philly post about the city's Civic Design Review Board opposing the construction of a six-story storage facility in the Callowhill neighborhood. Trainer is chair of the Design Review Board.
The Fall 2018 Midterm Elections
Nov 5, 2018
William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on Sirius XM Radio's "POTUS 124" program on Nov. 5 2018 about the Midterm elections.
Physician Shortage Prompts Regional Solutions
Nov 5, 2018
The College of Medicine was mentioned in a Nov. 5 Lehigh Valley Business story about plans between Drexel and Tower Health to open a branch medical campus near Reading Hospital.
How Creative Arts Can Change the Way People Deal With Mental Illness
Nov 5, 2018
Girija Kaimal, EdD, an assistant professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Nov. 5 Philadelphia Inquirer story about how the creative arts can change people's perspectives and improve mental health.
Pretty Much All Reputable Legal Scholars Agree With Paul Ryan, Not Donald Trump, on Birthright Citizenship
Nov 2, 2018
Anil Kalhan, JD, a professor at Drexel's Kline School of Law was quoted in a Nov. 4 Quartz article about President Trump's claim that he can end birthright citizenship through and executive order. Kalhan explained that while the argument has no legal basis, it has political capital managing to turn a settled legal issue into a controversy.
Sexual Harassment Is Rampant in Health Care. Here's How to Stop It.
Nov 1, 2018
Drexel's Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM) program, was mentioned in a Nov. 1 Harvard Business Review story about how to reduce sexual harassment in the health care industry.
Why Restaurant Kitchen Workers Should Wear Gloves
Nov 1, 2018
Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, a professor in the Center for Food and Hospitality Management, authored a Nov. 1 Restaurant Business article explaining why restaurant kitchen workers should wear gloves.
Fulphil is Hosting its First Pitch Competition for Student Social Entrepreneurs
Nov 1, 2018
Evan Ehlers, an undergraduate the in the Close School of Entrepreneurship, was featured in a Nov. 1 Generocity story about Fulphil, a local impact organization that seeks to support university students who are developing social enterprises, and his startup company, Sharing Excess, that allows students to donate extra money from their meal plans to support local hunger relief efforts.
High Vitamin D Levels Are Linked to Better Exercise Capacity
Nov 1, 2018
Stella Volpe, PhD, a professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Nov. 1 Health online story about how vitamin D levels are linked to better exercise capacity.

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