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Matthew Shirley started his biomedical engineering PhD at Drexel’s School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems through the Bridge to the Doctorate (BTD) Fellowship program.

National Program Helps Drexel Bridge the Representation Gap for STEM PhDs

The Bridge to the Doctorate Fellowship program (BTD) provides funding and resources for STEM PhD students from underrepresented populations, and so far Drexel has hosted nearly 50 BTD students.

The winners of the Drexel University 2019 Graduate Student Day.

Graduate Student Excellence Celebrated at 2019 Graduate Student Day Awards

The accomplished year in the past and the bright future ahead for graduate students at Drexel were recognized and celebrated at this year’s Graduate Student Day awards ceremony and reception.

Drexel's commencement ended with a fireworks show.

Commencement 2019 in Tweets

Here’s what graduates, faculty, staff, friends, family, mentors and honorees had to say on Twitter about Drexel University’s 131^st commencement ceremony hosted at Citizens Bank Park on June 14.

How a Drexel Graduate Student Harnessed the Power of Co-op in Dream Position

Integrated biomedical engineering and business graduate student Adam Eichen had been looking for a job for years before coming to Drexel, and found that the graduate co-op program helped open industry doors that were once closed to him.

DrexelNow got together three Drexel University teaching assistants from different disciplines and background experiences for a roundtable discussion.

TA Tell-All: Three Drexel Teaching Assistants’ Thoughts on Working with Students, Faculty and Each Other

DrexelNow got together three Drexel University teaching assistants from different disciplines and background experiences, along with a knowledgeable moderator, for a roundtable discussion about their most notable experiences, techniques and suggestions for improvement.

The Dornsife School of Public Health was one of the Drexel University schools and colleges recognized in the newest list of graduate school programs published by 'U.S. News & World Report.'

Drexel Advances in ‘U.S. News’ Best Graduate Schools Rankings

In the newest list of top graduate school programs from 'U.S. News & World Report,' several Drexel colleges and schools made gains in the national rankings.

Merck Chairman and CEO Kenneth Frazier to Speak at Drexel’s 2019 Commencement

Merck & Co., Inc. Chairman and CEO Kenneth C. Frazier will address the class of 2019 at Drexel’s University-wide commencement ceremony on June 14. In what has become a Drexel tradition, the University will once again hold its University-wide ceremony at Citizens Bank Park. Frazier’s contributions in the business, legal and humanitarian fields are especially notable.

9 Empowerment Tips for Drexel Students

Female deans from Drexel University will soon gather to discuss professional and emotional empowerment at the Dean’s Panel during the Women’s Empowerment Summit hosted by the Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship March 7–8. In advance, DrexelNow asked them each to share their one key empowerment tip for students.

What’s New with Drexel’s Graduate Student Association (GSA) This Year?

DrexelNow sat down with new GSA President Alexandria Will-Cole to find out what the group’s important initiatives and events will be this year, as well as how she is liking the job so far.

Employee Spotlight: Drexel Musical Chairs Edition

Several leadership positions have been filled by Dragons that were already part of the Drexel community.

The Secret Life of Postdocs, Vol. 2

In this Q&A with Drexel University’s new Director of Postdoctoral Affairs and Professional Development, Dragons can learn more about the biggest misconceptions and advice for their postdoctoral search.

Fraser Fleming, PhD, head of the chemistry department in the College of Arts and Sciences, teaching the course.

A Creative Approach to Teaching Creativity, Interdisciplinary Teamwork for Graduate Students

Two Drexel University faculty members from different disciplines have come together to provide a unique opportunity for graduate students: learn how to flex their creative muscles.