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December

New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home
Dec 30, 2019
D.S. Nicholas, assistant professor in the Westphal College, was quoted in a series of Dec. 30 articles about creating a New Year’s resolution for your living space. Nicholas’ commentary was featured in The Examiner, IndeOnline, The Independent, GoErie, and several other dailies.
The Only Types of Cookware You Should Use
Dec 28, 2019
Rosemary Trout, director of the Food and Hospitality Management program in the College of Nursing and Health Professions was quoted in a Dec. 28 Family Handyman article about the best types of cookware, including the pros and cons of copper cookware.
Shuttered Philadelphia Refinery May Get New Life After Fire
Dec 24, 2019
Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a Dec. 24 New York Times story about entities that are interested in buying all or part of the South Philadelphia Refinery, which was shut down after an explosion caused an extensive fire. He was also mentioned in a Dec. 31 Philadelphia magazine story about how real estate trends in 2019 worked out.
We Asked Philadelphia-Area Execs About Their Highs and Lows of 2019.
Dec 23, 2019
President John Fry was included in a Dec. 23 Philadelphia Business Journal story about the highs and lows of 2019 for Philadelphia area executives.
Neighborhood Watch
Dec 23, 2019
Research by Gail Rosen, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Engineering, about a new set of tools she developed for identifying communities of microbes and what they’re doing in the body, was featured in a Dec. 23 National Science Foundation “Discovery Files” radio segment and podcast.
Wawa CEO Chris Gheysens Apologizes to Customers for Data Breach
Dec 20, 2019
Robert D'Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Dec. 20 WPVI-TV (6-abc) story about a data breach at Wawa.
Ain’t No Party Like A Home Rule Charter Party
Dec 20, 2019
Richardson Dilworth, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences and director of Drexel's Center for Public Policy, was included in a Dec. 20 Philadelphia Citizen story about the publication and Drexel partnering on a course that looks at the constitution.
Philadelphia City of Extremes: High Incomes, High Poverty, Report Shows
Dec 19, 2019
Neeta Fogg, PhD, a research professor in the Center for Labor Markets and Policy, was quoted in a Dec. 18 Philadelphia Inquirer story about Philadelphia's takeaway from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey, looking at 2014-18, which was released today.
Welcome to the Navy Yard: Philly's Next Hot Neighborhood
Dec 19, 2019
Harris Steinberg, a professor in Westphal College of Media Arts & Design and executive director of the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was interviewed in a Dec. 17 episode of WHYY-Radio's "The Why" podcast about development of Philadelphia's Navy Yard.
What Does it Mean for a University to Be Engaged in Public Education?
Dec 19, 2019
An opinion piece authored by Penny Hammrich, EdD, PhD, dean of the School of Education, about what it means for a university to be engaged in public education, was published on Dec. 19 in the Philadelphia Public School Notebook.
Autism Prevalence Estimates for Catalonia, Iran Highlight Gaps in Data
Dec 18, 2019
Brian K. Lee, PhD, an associate professor in Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a Dec. 18 Spectrum article about the prevalence of autism in Spain, Iran and the United States.
‘We Have to Be Better’: Megan Rapinoe and the Year of Victory and Advocacy
Dec 18, 2019
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Sport Management program in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Dec. 18 New York Times story about whether soccer player Megan Rapinoe inspired others to redefine the meaning of sports.
Some of the World's Biggest Names in Food Are Coming to the 2020 Philly Chef Conference
Dec 18, 2019
Michael Traud, JD, an assistant clinical professor in the Food and Hospitality Management department of the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Dec. 18Philadelphia magazine story article about the upcoming Philly Chef Conference and its list of speakers for the 2020 event.
Tech Takeover: Drexel University
Dec 18, 2019
Genevieve Dion, a professor in Westphal College and director of the Center for Functional Fabrics; and Chelsea Amanatides, senior testing technician in the Center, and Rich Vallett, a doctoral candidate in the College of Engineering, were featured in a Dec. 18 PBS "Tech Takeover" story about their research in the Center to develop applications for advanced fabrics. The piece aired locally on WLVT-TV (PBS-39).
Drexel Professor Details What To Expect From Wednesday’s Historic Vote On Impeaching President Trump
Dec 17, 2019
William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed in a Dec. 17 KYW-TV (CBS-3) story about what to expect in the impeachment of President Trump.
N.J. Measure to End Religious Exemption from Childhood Vaccines Stalls in State Senate
Dec 17, 2019
Neal D. Goldstein, PhD, an assistant research professor in Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a Dec. 17 Philadelphia Inquirer article about an effort in New Jersey to end exemptions from childhood vaccinations on the basis of religious beliefs.
How to Help a Teenager Handle the Death of an Idol
Dec 16, 2019
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Dec. 16 New York Times article about how to help teens cope with the death of a favorite celebrity.
Mayor Pete’s Story Makes Him an Ideal Presidential Candidate
Dec 15, 2019
Bruce Katz, JD, distinguished fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation and director of the Nowak Metro Finance Lab, authored a Dec. 15 Financial Times article about Mayor Pete Buttigieg, his experience running a city and why it makes him a good candidate for president.
Tower Health, Drexel Complete $50m Deal for St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
Dec 15, 2019
The completion of the acquisition of St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children by Drexeland Tower Health was reported Dec. 15 by a number of media outlets including Philadelphia Business Journal, The Philadelphia Inquirer and WFMZ-TV (Allentown, Pennsylvania).
Andrew Yang, in Iowa City, Talks Family, Care for People on Autism Spectrum
Dec 14, 2019
Research from the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute about lack of employment opportunities for individuals with autism was mentioned in a Dec. 14 Iowa City Press-Citizen story about Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang's recently released plan to address care for people with disabilities.
An Essay on Choosing Wisely in Medicine
Dec 14, 2019
The Choosing Wisely Program at the College of Medicine was mentioned in a Dec. 14 MD magazine article about how medical providers and patients can better decide when particular medical procedures, tests and prescriptions are worth pursuing.
A Police Officer Sued a Black Lives Matter Protester for Violence He Didn’t Commit. What’s Next Has Free-Speech Advocates Worried.
Dec 13, 2019
Tabatha Abu El-Haj, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Dec. 13 Washington Post article about the first amendment, violence at protests and efforts to sue protest organizers for the acts of others. The article was picked up by numerous outlets in including MSN News, The Seattle Times and SFGate.
Philadelphia-Area Law School Enrollment Continues to Rise
Dec 13, 2019
Daniel Filler, JD, dean of the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Dec. 13 Philadelphia Business Journal article about the continued climb in enrollment for Philadelphia-area law schools. Applications for the Kline School of Law have increased from 1,307 to 1,642 over the past five years while the acceptance rate has declined from 50 percent to 40 percent.
With $40M in Public and Private Money, a New Building Is Rising for Two West Philly Schools
Dec 12, 2019
The ceremonial groundbreaking held by Drexel and The School District of Philadelphia for a building that will house two public schools in West Philadelphia was covered Dec. 9 by The Philadelphia Inquirer, WPVI-TV (6-abc), WTXF-TV (FOX-29), KYW-TV (CBS-3), WCAU-TV (NBC-10), KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) and The Philadelphia Public School Notebook.
Episode 6: The Isolation Game
Dec 10, 2019
Karen Weaver, PhD, an associate clinical professor in the Sport Management program of LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Dec. 10 episode of The Intercollegiate Podcast about the effects of exclusive environments, like athletes villages, on college athletes.
Paying College Athletes: States Consider New Legislation
Dec 10, 2019
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Sport Management program in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a Dec. 10 WPR “The Morning Show” (NPR-Madison, Wisconsin) broadcast about California’s Fair Pay to Play Act and the recent NCAA announcement that it will allow college athletes to benefit from their name, image and likeness.
As New Zealand Island Volcano Vents Again, GeoNet Warns: 'Eruptions in the Next 24 Hours Are Still Likely'
Dec 9, 2019
Loÿc Vanderkluysen, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in Dec. 9-10 stories byNational Geographic, USA Today, Reuters, the Independent and Mirror about a recent volcanic eruption in New Zealand. The USA Today and Reuters stories were picked up by media outlets throughout the country, including The New York Times.
Load Management: Sound Strategy or ‘Crapshoot’ for Sixers’ Championship Hopes?
Dec 9, 2019
Thomas Trojian, MD, chief of sports medicine at the College of Medicine, was quoted in a Dec. 9 WHYY.org story about whether there is a justification for the Philadelphia 76ers’ decision to limit the playing time of Joel Embiid, a strategy known as "load management."
Spitting Volcano Keeps Search Parties off New Zealand’s White Island
Dec 9, 2019
Loÿc Vanderkluysen, PhD an assistant professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in Dec. 9 USA Today and Reuters stories which were picked up by media outlets throughout the country, including CNBC, about a recent volcanic eruption in New Zealand.
New Therapies Help Patients With Dementia Cope With Depression
Dec 8, 2019
Laura Gitlin, PhD, dean of the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Dec. 8 New York Times story about therapies to help patients with dementia cope with depression, including the Tailored Activity Program created by Gitlin and her colleagues.
How New Jersey's Top Political Boss Came to Own Some Of Camden's Most Valuable Land
Dec 8, 2019
Harris Steinberg, a professor in Westphal College of Media Arts & Design and executive director of the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was interviewed for a Dec. 8 WNYC (New York Public Radio) segment about George E. Norcross III, New Jersey’s most powerful political boss who helped to usher in lucrative tax breaks for Camden, making its waterfront land more attractive in the state’s poorest city.
Drexel Unveils 5,000-Square-Foot AI Studio Developed with Virginia It Company
Dec 6, 2019
Yi Deng, PhD, Auerbach professor and dean of the College of Computing & Informatics, was quoted in a Dec. 6 Technically Philly story about the opening of the College’s applied artificial intelligence studio with corporate partner DXC Technology.
What Is Melipona Honey, and Why Is It So Good?
Dec 5, 2019
Meghan Barrett, a doctoral candidate in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a Dec. 5 Food & Wine story about a rare species of stingless bee that produces the unique melipona honey.
The Impeachment Probe Gets Constitutional
Dec 5, 2019
David S. Cohen, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was featured in a Dec. 5 WHYY "Radio Times," segment about the testimonies given during yesterday's House Judiciary Committee hearing, their effect on the impeachment process, what they revealed about the constitution and what it means for the Trump presidency.
Economic Experts Float Opportunity Zone Improvements
Dec 5, 2019
Bruce Katz, JD, distinguished fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation and director of the Nowak Metro Finance Lab, was featured in a Dec. 5 BloombergLaw article about a report he co-authored with Evan Weiss, a senior adviser for New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy about business investing in Opportunity Zones.
Drexel University Cuts Ribbon on New Artificial Intelligence Lab
Dec 4, 2019
Yi Deng, PhD, dean and Auerbach professor in the College of Computing & Informatics, was quoted in a Dec. 4 WPVI-TV (6-abc) story about the opening of an applied artificial intelligence studio at the College with DXC Technologies.
Drexel, DXC Technology Partner to Create 'Co-op On Steroids'
Dec 4, 2019
Yi Deng, PhD, dean and Auerbach professor in the College of Computing & Informatics, was quoted in a Dec. 4 Philadelphia Business Journal story about the opening of an applied artificial intelligence studio at the College with DXC Technologies.
Here’s What Health Professionals Can Learn From Instagram Influencers
Dec 4, 2019
Research by Philip M. Massey, PhD, an associate professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, and colleagues, showing that narrative posts on Instagram may be an effective tool in curbing misinformation about vaccines, was featured in a Dec. 4 Philadelphia Magazine article.
Intel Case, DOL Rule Could Build ERISA Shield For Employers
Dec 3, 2019
Norman Stein, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a Dec. 3 Law360 article about whether the U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Department of Labor will enable businesses to cut workers’ deadlines for filing ERISA class actions. Deadlines could be cut in half simply by sending an email.
Want to Differentiate Yourself From Your Peers? Learn Entrepreneurship Skills
Dec 2, 2019
The Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship's Startup Fest event was featured in a Dec. 2Philadelphia Business Journal column authored by Stan Silverman, vice chair of the Drexel Board of Trustees.
Philadelphia Has a Gun Violence Epidemic. What If It Were Treated Like Any Other Contagious Disease?
Dec 2, 2019
John Rich, MD, a professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health and co-director of the Center for Nonviolence and Social Justice, was quoted in a Dec. 2 Philadelphia Inquirer story about ongoing efforts to prevent gun violence in Philadelphia.
Is Soup the New Salad?
Dec 2, 2019
Nyree Dardarian, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was featured in a Dec. 2 WTXF-TV (FOX-29) broadcast about soup being a lower calorie, healthy option over salads while eating out.
"Innovation Can't Wait" with Jon Dorenbos
Dec 1, 2019
The Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship was featured in a Dec. 1 Philadelphia Style story for honoring former Eagle and magician Jon Dorenbos at its “Innovation Can’t Wait” fundraiser event. Donna De Carolis, PhD, founding dean of the Close School, was featured in the photos published.
The Seminar Course Can Save Civility
Dec 1, 2019
Paula Marantz Cohen, PhD, dean of the Pennoni Honors College and Distinguished teaching professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, authored an opinion piece that ran in The Wall Street Journal on Dec. 1 about how seminar courses at colleges can save civility.

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