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Provost Paul Jensen standing in the Great Court of the Main Building

Paul E. Jensen, PhD, Named Nina Henderson Provost at Drexel

Following a national search, Paul E. Jensen, PhD, has been named Executive Vice President and Nina Henderson Provost at Drexel University.

Trucks preparing to mail out the New Student Admission Letters as the University was closing on March 20. Photo credit: Mary K. Catalfamo.

At Drexel, Community Comes Together as Dragons Stay Apart

While the COVID-19 pandemic runs its course, Drexel continues to innovate and promote research, scholarship and well-being.

Briefly Noted: What Faculty and Staff Need to Know This Term

Faculty and staff should be aware of several updates when finishing up the term, from benefits (like Open Enrollment and the final days of the 2019 Wellness Incentive Program) to how they score free or discounted tickets to local museums, cultural events and Drexel basketball games.

Briefly Noted: Campus News From Spring 2019

Last term, Drexel Procurement Services launched Amazon Business and changed its purchasing policy and business meal guidelines. Plus, there were changes done to construction projects and recycling methods. Here’s what you need to know going forward.

Leaders from Penn Medicine, Drexel University, The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia Orchestra at an event announcing the Philadelphia Cultural Pass Program

Drexel and Penn Medicine to Pilot New Program Uniting Major Employers and Cultural Institutions

Drexel University and Penn Medicine will join to launch the Philadelphia Cultural Pass pilot grant program, an effort to support vital arts and cultural institutions in the city, offer valuable new opportunities for staff, and attract top talent to the region. The Philadelphia Cultural Pass program will provide a fresh pathway to introduce employees and their families to internationally renowned arts institutions and the concerts, exhibits, and performances that have put Philadelphia on the map as a pre-eminent hub for the arts. The pilot program also aims to broaden the reach of these institutions to more people that work and live around Philadelphia, and to build a community of ambassadors who are active participants in the region’s cultural economy.

Briefly Noted: Campus News From Winter 2019

This round-up contains news and updates for faculty and staff from the past term.

Drexel University's Assistant Vice President of Procurement Services Julie Jones.

Q&A: Julie Jones, Assistant Vice President of Procurement Services

Drexel’s Assistant Vice President of Procurement Services Julie Jones discusses the personnel and practice changes that have occurred in Procurement since she started at the University — and what she has planned for the future.

Heard Around Campus — November

In the burst of time between Thanksgiving and the winter break, faculty and staff are encouraged to take a moment to catch up on University news.

The exterior of Gerri C. LeBow Hall, which will house the Drexel Business Solutions Institute. Photo credit: Jeff Fusco.

University-Level Business Solutions Institute Launched

Drexel University announced the creation of the Business Solutions Institute, which is partnering with the Steinbright Career Development Center to act as Drexel’s gateway for industry to reframe co-op partnerships.

Heard Around Campus — September

Now that the new academic year has started, there is a whole slew of news and information that Drexel faculty and staff should know about.

Heard Around Campus — May

In the May installment of the “Heard Around Campus” feature, faculty and staff can read about news concerning commencement and professional development.

William S. Pittman Graduation Ceremony Recognizes 2018 African-American Grads

At the third annual William S. Pittman Graduation Ceremony, African-American graduates from the Class of 2018 gathered with friends, family and University leaders for a night of drums, dance and recognizing student achievement.