Ending the Encampment on Drexel's Campus
May 23, 2024
Early this morning, Drexel Public Safety officers, with critical assistance from the Philadelphia Police Department, removed the unauthorized pro-Palestinian encampment on Korman Quad after protestors complied with police warnings to disperse peacefully.
Drexel to Return to Normal Operations with Additional Security Procedures
May 22, 2024
In consultation with Chief Mel Singleton and our Public Safety team, it has been determined that we now have the personnel and systems in place to safely return to normal operations on the University City campus tomorrow, Thursday, May 23, with a number of additional security procedures.
Important Update: Phased Return to Normal Operations Remains in Effect for Drexel’s University City Campus
May 21, 2024
After discussions with Chief Mel Singleton and our Public Safety team, we will maintain the current status of operations for tomorrow, May 22. To recap: Labs, studio classes and simulation classes will continue being held in-person, while lecture classes will remain virtual. Students should contact their faculty member with any questions. We also will continue to provide in-person health and counseling services to members of our community.
Drexel's University City Campus to Begin Phased Return to Normal Operations
May 20, 2024
Tomorrow, labs, studio classes and simulation classes will return to being in-person, while lecture classes will remain virtual. Students should confirm with their faculty member if they have any questions. We also will continue virtual operations for all nonessential personnel through tomorrow. Anyone with questions about working remotely should contact their supervisor. Faculty and professional staff for labs and studios will be considered essential, while researchers engaged in critical activity that requires in-person work will be allowed access to campus with approval from their dean or division head.
Drexel’s University City Campus to Remain on Lockdown
May 19, 2024
As of now, about 40 to 60 individuals are participating in this encampment without the University’s permission or authorization. As we shared in last night’s message, to minimize the possibility of further disruptions, including attempts by protesters to occupy our learning and working spaces, we have placed our buildings and facilities on lockdown, with access provided only to those with clearance from Drexel Public Safety.
Important Message on Protest and Encampment on Drexel's Campus
May 19, 2024
An estimated 75 pro-Palestinian protesters began to set up an encampment on campus at the Korman Quad. The protesters gathered at City Hall and marched to campus as part of Philly Palestine Coalition’s Nakba Day march to call for a ceasefire in Gaza.