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One Hidden Reason Many Doctors Say COVID-19 Cases Will Keep Spiking
Jun 30, 2020
Eric Zillmer, Psyd, the Carl R. Pacifico professor of Neuropsychology in the College of Arts and Sciences and director of Athletics, was quoted in a June 30 Best Life article about caution fatigue, or the decreased sensitivity to repeated warnings, leading people to take fewer precautions and increases of COVID-19 cases. The article was picked up by MSN “Lifestyle.”
The Virus and the City: How to Grow Black Businesses
Jun 29, 2020
Bruce Katz, JD, distinguished fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation and director of the Nowak Metro Finance Lab and Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, co-authored a June 29 article for The Philadelphia Citizen about a plan for post-covid economic recovery and the necessity of providing opportunities for Black businesses to thrive.
College Football Recruits Don’t Get It—Where Is The Leadership?
Jun 29, 2020
Karen Weaver, EdD, an associate clinical professor in the LeBow College of Business, authored a June 29 Forbes article on college athletic programs lacking the ability to control what athletes and recruits do outside of the pandemic preparation for sports to return, and in some cases, even encouraging risky gatherings.
Why You Feel So Damn Exhausted All the Time During Quarantine
Jun 29, 2020
Eric Zillmer, Psyd, the Carl R. Pacifico professor of Neuropsychology in the College of Arts and Sciences and director of Athletics, was quoted in a June 29 Shape article about the reasons so many are feeling fatigued during the pandemic and social unrest, and how to restore energy levels. The article was picked up by MSN “Health & Fitness.”
SEPTA Regional Rail Is Coming Back, but Many of Its Suburban Riders Are Still Working From Home
Jun 29, 2020
Mimi Sheller, PhD, a professor and director of the Center for Mobilities Research and Policy in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a June 29 Philadelphia Inquirer article about the return of SEPTA regional rail and the reduction of riders as many continue to work remotely.
A Modest Proposal Regarding Masks
Jun 29, 2020
William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Science, was interviewed June 29 on POTUS-Radio (XM-124) about how some political leaders have sought to "open back up" our economic and social systems. However, recently there has been a new found recognition that perhaps this is not the best idea.
Why Light Exercise Could Keep You From Overeating
Jun 28, 2020
Rebecca Crochiere, a graduate student in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a June 28 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) “NBC10@Issue” story about a study she led on how light exercise can prevent diet lapses or over eating.
New Philly Cops Came From as Far as Fla., Chicago. Now, They Must Live Here.
Jun 26, 2020
Robert J. Kane, PhD, professor and head of the Criminology and Justice Studies Department in the College of Arts and Sciences was quoted in a June 26 WCAU-TV (NBC-10) about new legislation that would mandate the city only hire police officers who have been living in Philadelphia for at least one year prior to job appointment.
Three Different Approaches for the Green Phase, if You’re High Risk
Jun 26, 2020
Seth Welles, PhD, ScD, a professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a June 26 Philadelphia Inquirer story about how to navigate the green phase if you are considered at “high risk.”
What Would Happen if we Slowed Down COVID-19 Testing?
Jun 26, 2020
Esther Chernak, MD, an associate clinical professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health and College of Medicine, was interviewed in a June 26 episode of KYW-Newsradio's "In Depth" podcast about the role of testing in response to the coronavirus, including what would happen if federal funds for testing are not renewed.
Virus ‘Dramatically’ Narrows Teenagers’ Summer Job Prospects
Jun 26, 2020
Paul Harrington, PhD, a professor in the School of Education and director of the Center for Labor Markets and Policy, was quoted in a June 26 New York Times article about how the pandemic has altered the job market dramatically for job-seeking youths.
Many Minnesota Police Officers Remain on the Force Despite Misconduct
Jun 25, 2020
Robert J. Kane, PhD, professor and head of the Criminology and Justice Studies Department in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a June 25 Wall Street Journal story about the employment and arbitration practices of the Minneapolis police department.
This SimCity-type Game Will Help Players Understand Urban Planning Via Philly Open Data
Jun 25, 2020
Frank Lee, PhD, a professor in Westphal College and director of the Entrepreneurial Game Studio, was quoted in a June 25 Technically Philly story about his Knight Foundation-funded project to build a SimCity-style video game driven by Philadelphia’s publicly available data and set in the city’s Mantua neighborhood.
Prisoners in US Suffering Dementia May Hit 200,000 Within the Next Decade – Many Won’t Even Know Why They Are Behind Bars
Jun 25, 2020
Rachel E. Lopez, JD, associate professor in the Kline School of Law and Director of the Andy and Gwen Stern Community Lawyering Clinic, authored a June 25 opinion piece for The Conversation about the our aging prison population and the significant social and fiscal challenges it will create. Lopez says thousands of inmates suffering from dementia, won’t even understand why they are in prison – and that this could be a violation of human rights law. The piece was picked up by numerous outlets including Yahoo! News, The Houston Chronicle and CorrectionsOne.com
Public Bathrooms Are Risky During the Pandemic. These Safety Tips Can Help.
Jun 24, 2020
Charles Haas, PhD, LD Betz Professor of Environmental Engineering in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a June 24 Philadelphia Inquirer story about the risk of COVID-19 transmission in a public bathroom.
A Baltimore Restaurant Group Apologizes to a Black Woman and Son for Unequally Enforcing Its Dress Code
Jun 23, 2020
Wendy Greene, JD, a professor in the Kline School of Law was quoted in a June 23 Washington Post story about appearance and grooming-code discrimination, after a Black woman and her son in Baltimore were refused service at a restaurant because of the way he was dressed – while a white family with a son dressed in a similar manner, was seated and served.
'It's a Movement': Business Leaders Make a Case for Hiring Employees on the Autism Spectrum
Jun 23, 2020
President John Fry and research from National Autism Indicators Report, as well as the Transition Pathways program, from the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute were mentioned in a June 23 Philadelphia Business Journal article about Independence Blue Cross’ human resources department implementing neurodiversity hiring practices.
Can Air Filtration Stop Coronavirus at a Trump Rally in Phoenix? Experts Doubt It.
Jun 23, 2020
L. James Lo, PhD, an assistant professor in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a June 23 NBC News story about specious claims made by an Arizona church hosting a Trump campaign rally that its ionic air purifying system can eliminate 99% of coronavirus in the air. The story was also posted on MSN News.
Preparing for the Next COVID-19 Crisis: A Strategy to Save Safety-Net Hospitals
Jun 22, 2020
Meera N. Harhay, MD, an associate professor in the College of Medicine, co-authored a June 22 Health Affairs blog post on how to save safety-net hospitals, which are facing a tremendous human and financial toll from COVID-19.
Clearing the air
Jun 22, 2020
Michael Waring, PhD, a professor in the College of Engineering, was quoted in a June 22 Chemistry World story about technology for cleaning indoor air.
SimCity-Style Philly Urban Planning Game in the Works at Drexel
Jun 22, 2020
Frank Lee, PhD, a professor in Westphal College and director of the Entrepreneurial Game Studio in the ExCITe Center, was quoted in a June 22 Philly Voice story about a Knight Foundation-funded project he's working on to create a SimCity-like game, based in a Philadelphia neighborhood, to help people become familiar with the city's publicly available data.
Preparing For The Next COVID-19 Crisis: A Strategy To Save Safety-Net Hospitals
Jun 22, 2020
Meera N. Harhay, MD, an associate professor in the College of Medicine, co-authored a June 22 Health Affairs blog post on how to save safety-net hospitals, which are facing a tremendous human and financial toll from COVID-19.
The Evolving Business of PPE
Jun 22, 2020
The Center for Functional Fabrics was featured in a photo in a June 22 Advanced Textiles Source story about the need to develop specifications and standards for making personal protective equipment.
High Schools Push Ahead for Fall Football Amid Pandemic
Jun 22, 2020
Karen Weaver, EdD, an associate clinical professor in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a June 22 Associated Press article about high school sports teams starting summer workouts in preparation for the fall season as coronavirus restrictions lift across the country.
Going Green: COVID-19 Pandemic Has People Drawn to Indoor Gardening, Houseplants
Jun 22, 2020
Charles Ziccardi, an assistant teaching professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a June 22 Courier-Post (Cherry Hill, New Jersey) article about the increase of gardening indoors during the pandemic and its health benefits.
COVID-19 Leaves the Future of Buffet Dining in Doubt
Jun 21, 2020
Michael Traud, JD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a June 21 KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) story on the future of buffet dining.
What We Know About Black Businesses 
Jun 18, 2020
Bruce Katz, JD, distinguished fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation and director of the Nowak Metro Finance Lab and Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, co-authored a June 18 article for The Philadelphia Citizen about the virus and its impact on Philadelphia, small businesses in general and on small businesses owned by people of color.
Seen a Bear in the Neighborhood Lately? Quarantine Life May be Attracting Them
Jun 17, 2020
Ted Daeschler, PhD, curator of Vertebrate Zoology at the Academy of Natural Sciences and a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed in a KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) segment about the prevalence of bears as quarantine quiets down many neighborhoods.
George Floyd Shows Black Folks Don't Need More 'Allies.' We Need Active Bystanders.
Jun 17, 2020
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a June 17 NBC News opinion piece about the Black community wanting allies to become active bystanders in order to dismantle structural racism.
Discussing the Post-George Floyd Protests and Change
Jun 15, 2020
William Rosenberg, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Science, was interviewed June 15 on POTUS-Radio (XM-124) about the demonstrations and protests that are taking place and sweeping the United States amidst the recent murder of George Floyd
About 1 in 5 People Worldwide at Risk of a ‘Severe’ COVID-19 Infection, Study Finds
Jun 15, 2020
A June 15 New York Times article featuring Alex Ortega, PhD, a professor and director of the Center for Population Health and Community Impact in the Dornsife School of Public Health, about a study finding that one in five people worldwide have at least one of the underlying health conditions that can worsen cases of the coronavirus, was picked up June 16 by Miami Herald, The Virginian-Pilot, and South Florida Sun Sentinel, among other outlets.
Study Finds 1 in 5 People Worldwide at Risk of Severe Covid-19
Jun 15, 2020
Alex Ortega, PhD, a professor and director of the Center for Population Health and Community Impact in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a June 15 New York Times article about a study finding that one in five people worldwide have at least one of the underlying health conditions that can worsen cases of the coronavirus.
Mets, Yankees Taking Revenue Hit During Shutdown, Financial Records Show
Jun 13, 2020
Joel Maxcy, PhD, a professor in LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a June 13 Newsday article about the lost revenue the Mets and Yankees are expecting due to the pandemic. Maxcy was also quoted in a May 21 Columbus Business First article about how social distancing guidelines at stadiums would affect Ohio State’s athletics budget.
Defund the Police: What Does it Mean, and What Would it Look Like in Philly?  
Jun 11, 2020
Kevin Moseby, PhD, an assistant teaching professor of sociology in the College of Arts and Science, was quoted in a June 10 Philadelphia Inquirer story about what the "defund the police" movement is calling for.
Eyes Blistering, Crawling on Highway: What It Felt Like to Be Tear Gassed on 676
Jun 11, 2020
Rachel E. Lopez, JD, associate professor in the Kline School of Law and director of the Andy and Gwen Stern Community Lawyering Clinic, co-authored a June 11 WHYY “Plan Philly” essay about what it felt like to be tear gassed on 676 during protests.
Black Clergy Convene to Discuss the Toll of COVID-19 and a Way Forward
Jun 11, 2020
Sharrelle Barber, ScD, an assistant research professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a June 11 WHYY story, also published June 11 by ThePhiladelphia Tribune, about how racism causes poor public health.
Big Questions About COVID-19 and Athletics Before College Sports Come Back
Jun 11, 2020
Karen Weaver, EdD, an associate clinical professor in the Sport Management program of the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a June 11 episode of KYW Newsradio (1060-AM) “In Depth” podcast about what needs to be addressed in order for fall college sports to return to play, including financial, health and safety barriers.
Drexel College of Medicine Picked for NIH Study on COVID-19
Jun 11, 2020
Charles B. Cairns, MD, the Walter H. and Leonore Annenberg Dean, and senior vice president of medical affairs at the College of Medicine, was quoted in a June 11 WPVI-TV (6-abc) story about researchers from the College of Medicine and Tower Health collaborating to take part in a national NIH study on the immune responses of COVID-19 patients.
WHO Says Asymptomatic People Can Spread COVID-19, Explains Earlier Comment Was Misleading
Jun 10, 2020
Michael LeVasseur, PhD, a visiting assistant professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a June 10 WPVI-TV (6-abc) story about misunderstanding around how common it is for asymptomatic people to spread the coronavirus.
Drexel University Releases Plan to Reopen Its Campus This Fall
Jun 10, 2020
The announcement by President John Fry about Drexel's plans to reopen the campus in September was reported in a June 10 Philadelphia Business Journal story.
 Philly is in the Yellow Phase. How Far Are we Away From Green?
Jun 9, 2020
Thersa Sweet, PhD, an associate professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a June 9 Philadelphia Inquirer article about the current yellow phase of re-opening in Philadelphia, and how close the city is to the green phase.
What's Next: 'It's All a Chess Game' as Small Colleges Weigh Cuts to Sports
Jun 9, 2020
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, a professor in the Sport Management program in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a June 9 Education Dive article about colleges weighing all options, including eliminating teams, when reducing athletics budgets because of the pandemic.
What Does the Constitutional Right of Assembly Protect? What Counts as “Peaceable”? And Who Should Decide?
Jun 9, 2020
Tabatha Abu El-Haj, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, authored a June 9 Just Security article about what the constitutional right to assemble protects, what counts as "peaceable" - and who gets to decide it is so?
 Birmingham Bans Protests 19 Hours a Day. That’s Likely Unconstitutional, Experts Say
Jun 8, 2020
Tabatha Abu El-Haj, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a June 8 AL.com article about the unconstitutionality of Birmingham banning protests for 19 hours a day.
Abolish Police? No, but Change Recruitment. | Opinion
Jun 8, 2020
Robert J. Kane, PhD, professor and department head of the criminology and justice studies department in the College of Arts and Sciences, authored a June 8 opinion article for the Philadelphia Inquirer about changing the trajectory of American policing, starting with a different recruitment paradigm.
Newlyweds Celebrate Their Wedding During Philadelphia Protest Over the Death of George Floyd
Jun 8, 2020
Rachel E. Lopez, JD, associate professor in the Kline School of Law and Director of the Andy and Gwen Stern Community Lawyering Clinic, was quoted in a June 8 USA Today article about the viral video she captured on Saturday – during the protest in Philadelphia against police brutality after the death of George Floyd – of a couple recently married who joined the crowd.
Quarantine Fatigue: Why Some of Us Have Stopped Being Vigilant and How to Overcome It
Jun 8, 2020
Eric Zillmer, PsyD, the Carl R. Pacifico professor of Neuropsychology in the College of Arts and Sciences and director of Athletics, was quoted in a June 8 CNN article about how the pandemic and quarantine have caused “caution fatigue,” the decreased sensitivity to repeated warnings, and how to alleviate the stress caused by it. The article was picked up by several outlets across the country, including the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, News & Record (Greensboro, North Carolina) and Erie News Now.
College Football Games Could Imperil Communities’ Health Care Response To Coronavirus
Jun 7, 2020
Karen Weaver, EdD, an associate clinical professor in the Sport Management program in the LeBow College of Business, authored a June 7 Forbes article about college football games with fans being possible “super spreader” events and should be considered when discussing the return of college football.
Donate to These Organizations Addressing Racism and Mental Health
Jun 7, 2020
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a June 7 Lifehacker article about organizations addressing mental health and racism.
It’s Covid Code Red in Latin America With No Signs of Peaking
Jun 6, 2020
Ana V. Diez Roux, MD, PhD, dean of the Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a June 6 Bloomberg story about the factors contributing to the spread of COVID-19 in Latin America.
Arrested at a Philly Protest? Know Your Rights.
Jun 6, 2020
Rachel E. Lopez, JD, associate professor in the Kline School of Law and Director of the Andy and Gwen Stern Community Lawyering Clinic, was quoted in a June 6 Philadelphia Inquirer article about what to do should you find yourself arrested for protesting in Philly.
June-6-Whilte-Inq
Jun 6, 2020
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a June 6 Philadelphia Inquirer article about coping strategies for the Black community following recent violence and protests.
How the Pandemic Has Created New Demand for Older Workers
Jun 4, 2020
The College of Medicine's Physician Refresher/Re-entry program was featured in a June 4 Harvard Business Review article about how the pandemic has created a demand for older workers.
 How Black Americans Can Practice Self-care During These Trying Times. And How Everyone Else Can Help Them.
Jun 4, 2020
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a June 4 Philadelphia Inquirer article about how African Americans can practice self-care and provided advice on how everyone can help.
Law Schools in Florida and Beyond Focus on Racism and Injustice
Jun 3, 2020
Daniel Filler, JD, dean of the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a June 3 Law.com article about the responsibility of law schools across the country to focus on racism, justice and systemic inequality.
Black Men Are at Greater Risk of Police Violence and George Floyd's Killing Is a Symptom of Systematic Racism, Experts Say
Jun 3, 2020
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a June 3 Newsweek article about black men being at greater risk of police violence and systemic racism.
Plans to Move Philly to ‘Yellow’ Forge Ahead, Despite Risk of Virus Spread Through Gatherings
Jun 2, 2020
Sharrelle Barber, ScD, an assistant research professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a June 2 WHYY story about continued plans in Philadelphia to move to the ‘yellow’ phase of re-opening on Friday.
Teva Execs Believe the Company Will Avoid Criminal Charges
Jun 2, 2020
Robert I Field, JD, PhD, a professor in the Kline School of Law and Dornsife School of Public Health, was quoted in a June 2 Legal Reader article about Teva using its coronavirus solution to assume it will not be charged criminally for its role in a conspiracy to inflate drug prices.
Why it is Critical to Assess Quality of Life in People with Autism
Jun 2, 2020
Laura Graham Holmes, PhD, a post-doctoral researcher in the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, co-authored a June 2 Spectrum article about why it’s critical to assess quality of life in people with autism.
What Happens to Neighborhood Appeal if the Coronavirus Closes Small Businesses for Good?
Jun 1, 2020
Kevin Gillen, PhD, senior research fellow in the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, was quoted in a June 1 Philadelphia Inquirer article about how the permanent closure of small businesses in Philadelphia amid the coronavirus pandemic could change neighborhood appeal.
Best Practices for Staying Safe from COVID-19 as the Region Re-opens
Jun 1, 2020
Michael LeVasseur, PhD, a visiting assistant professor in the Dornsife School of Public Health, was featured in WPVI-TV (6-abc) June 1 episode of "Inside Story" about how to minimize risk of exposure to the coronavirus, as Pennsylvania opens up.
The Music Business Is Holding a ‘Blackout.’ But No One Seems to Know What That Means
Jun 1, 2020
Joe Steinhardt, PhD, an assistant teaching professor in Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was quoted in a June 1 Rolling Stone story about disagreement about the music industry’s call to action on “blackout Tuesday.” The story also was published on SFGate.com.
Questions Every Parent Of A College Athlete Should Ask Before Their Kids Return To Practice
Jun 1, 2020
Karen Weaver, EdD, an associate clinical professor in the Sport Management program in the LeBow College of Business, authored a pair of columns in Forbes on June 11. One focused on what athletes and parents of athletes should be asking sports programs about COVID-19 precautions before returning to campus for workouts, while the second focused on the Power 5 conferences and the American Council on Education recently lobbying congress about names, image and likeness legislation and temporary COVID-19 liability protections, respectively. Weaver was also featured on a May 30 WILO-AM (Frankfort, Indiana) “Inside the Huddle” broadcast about the possibility of college sports returning in the fall.

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