John Fry
Presidential Term:
2010-2024
John Fry was Drexel’s 14th president, serving from 2010 to 2024. Under his leadership, Drexel set a national example for the execution of public-private partnerships and became a powerful force for equitable economic development in Greater Philadelphia. Read more about President Fry’s immeasurable contributions.
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Presidential Term:
2009-2010
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Presidential Term:
1994-1995
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Presidential Term:
1987-1988
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Presidential Term:
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Presidential Term:
1942-1944
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Presidential Term:
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Presidential Term:
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Presidential Term:
1995-2009
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Presidential Term:
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Presidential Term:
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Presidential Term:
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Presidential Term:
1932-1942
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Presidential Term:
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