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Statue of Mario dragon mascot New Artificial Intelligence Undergraduate Degree Will Put Drexel Students at the Forefront of Rapidly Advancing Field
Drexel University is launching an undergraduate degree in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), joining a small but growing number of universities creating dedicated AI majors for undergraduates.
The hallway entrance to 'Curiouser and Curiouser' Q&A: A Drexel Student’s ‘Curiouser and Curiouser’ Exhibition Experience
Niki Robertson, MS arts administration and museum leadership ’24, designed an exhibition that connects “Alice in Wonderland” with Drexel University’s art collection and the way art has historically been displayed to the public.
A cut-out painting of Anthony J. Drexel in front of a map labeled "The Founder's West Philly." Drexel in Philly: The Founder’s West Philly
An early resident of the new neighborhood, Anthony J. Drexel built a “Drexel Colony” for his family, developed housing for neighbors and supported local institutions — including the one he founded.

Recent Announcements

Academic Transformation Update
The six-month Design Phase of Drexel's Academic Transformation concludes on July 3, setting the stage for full implementation. While the finish line of this first phase is in sight, several critical steps remain, and we encourage you to stay engaged with this important initiative.
Launching the Search for Dean of the New “Tech Unit”
I am thrilled to announce that we will soon launch the search for the founding dean of the academic unit that will unite the College of Computing & Informatics, College of Engineering and School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems. This is more than a leadership search — it's the next step in building something truly new and impactful.
In-Person Academic Transformation Office Hours with Workstream Co-Chairs
As shared at the Academic Transformation Update last week, we’ll be hosting informal, in-person "office hours” to connect directly with the co-chairs leading each workstream. This is not a presentation, just a conversation. We hope these smaller settings will make it easier to ask questions, offer feedback, and stay engaged with the work that’s helping to shape Drexel’s future.

Upcoming Academic Events