April

Stress from Work and Social Interactions Put Women at Higher Risk of Coronary Heart Disease, Drexel Study Suggests

April 9, 2021
Psychosocial stress – typically resulting from difficulty coping with challenging environments – may work synergistically to put women at significantly higher risk of developing coronary heart disease, according to a study by researchers at Drexel University’s Dornsife School of Public Health, recently published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
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Planning for Fall Return to Campus

April 8, 2021
A message with updates on planning for a fall return was sent to faculty and professional staff. Based on available data, Drexel is currently working with Real Estate and Facilities and the Office of the University Registrar to plan for 3 feet of masked socially distanced in-person instruction in the fall term. Instructors will be able to distance 6 feet or more and the University will continue to follow guidance from public health authorities as it becomes available.
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A Magical Season: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the 2021 Championship Season of Drexel Men’s and Women’s Basketball

April 7, 2021
Drexel’s Director of Athletics shared what it was like for both Drexel basketball teams to make the NCAA Tournament.
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Drexel to Offer COVID-19 Vaccine to Students, Faculty and Professional Staff

April 6, 2021

An announcement about Drexel offering the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible students, faculty and professional staff was sent to the University community. Drexel will make vaccine available to eligible populations prioritized by Philadelphia’s phased distribution, Drexel’s return to campus phases and vaccine availability.

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12 Campus Amenities Newly Opened or Offered for Spring Term

April 5, 2021

With the warmer weather has come expanded offerings both on and near campus in terms of recreation, dining and arts and culture.

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Public Safety & U — April

April 5, 2021
Learn more about the work behind the Drexel University Public Safety Communications Center and reacquaint yourself with some safety tips applicable for both those on and off campus this term.
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New Research Shows Disparities Limiting Access to Health Care Services, Including COVID-19 Vaccines, In Pennsylvania’s Underserved Communities

April 5, 2021
Report by AARP Pennsylvania and Drexel University Finds Health Inequities Driven by Geography and Race, Shortage of Health Care Workers, Digital Divide, and Pharmacy Deserts
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Drexel Added to University Climate Change Coalition

April 2, 2021
The University will work with partner North American institutions of higher education to address and advance climate action through research, partnerships and other collaborations.
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