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Drexel University Advances in U.S. News & World Report Rankings, Named a ‘Dream School’ in a New Book

Sep 23, 2025

For the third year in a row, the University’s position in the publication's annual “Best National Universities” list has progressed. Drexel was also included in higher education expert Jeffrey Selingo’s “Dream School: Finding the College That’s Right for You.”

Josephine O. Ibironke, OD, Appointed Dean of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry

Jul 17, 2025

Josephine O. Ibironke, OD, has been appointed dean of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO), following a national search, effective September 15, 2025.

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Drexel's New President Says He's Ready to Focus on the School's Academic Overhaul

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Jul 11, 2025

Drexel President Antonio Merlo, PhD, was featured in a July 11 Philadelphia Inquirer story about his vision for Drexel’s future, including his focus on its academic transformation and leadership in experiential education, as he begins his tenure as the 16th president in the University’s history.

A Political Economist From NYU Will Become the Next President of Drexel

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Jan 31, 2025

Drexel was featured in a number of stories on Jan. 31 about its Board of Trustees selecting Antonio Merlo, PhD, Anne and Joel Ehrenkranz dean of New York University’s Faculty of Arts & Science, to become the University's 16th president. The coverage included pieces in The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Philadelphia Tribune, KYW-Newsradio, WHYY-Radio and two stories in the Philadelphia Business Journal.

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