Sustainability News

- Academy-Paleopalooza-Festival
  
  February 02, 2012
  
  Paleopalooza, an annual two-day festival of gigantic proportions, will be held at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 18 and 19.
  
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- Academy of Natural Sciences Celebrates Bicentennial
  
  January 18, 2012
  
  The yearlong Bicentennial of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University will feature a major new exhibition opening March 24 called The Academy at 200: The Nature of Discovery. A special series of Town Square programs, some led by world-renowned experts, will focus on today’s critical environmental issues, and a science symposium will be held in the fall. For museum visitors, monthly themed activities, giveaways, and discounted admission days will provide fun and learning for the whole family.
  
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- Academy Receives Renewal of National Museum Accreditation
  
  December 07, 2011
  
  The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University has been awarded a renewal of its accreditation by the American Association of Museums (AAM). AAM accreditation is a widely recognized seal of approval that brings national recognition to a museum for meeting and often exceeding the standards and best practices of the museum field.
  
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- New Chair of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
  
  December 02, 2011
  
  The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University announced the election of a new chair of its governing board and three new trustees from Drexel.
  
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- Joseph Hughes Named Drexel Engineering Dean
  
  November 30, 2011
  
  Drexel University has named Dr. Joseph B. Hughes, the Karen and John Huff School chair and professor of civil, environmental and materials science engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, as dean of the University’s College of Engineering. Drexel President John A. Fry has announced that Hughes will begin his tenure at Drexel on January 15, 2012.
  
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- Zipcar and Drexel Partner
  
  November 28, 2011
  
  Drexel University has partnered with Zipcar, Inc., the world’s leading car-sharing network, to offer a Zipcar car-sharing program on campus. The cost-effective and convenient transportation option is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to all students ages 18 and older, as well as faculty and professional staff members.
  
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- Smart House wins NOVA Award
  
  October 13, 2011
  
  The Drexel Smart House has been selected by the World Green Energy Symposium (WGES) to receive a 2011 NOVA Award during the third annual symposium from October 19 – 21 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. The Smart House was nominated in the Educational Case Study category for its student-led, multidisciplinary approach to developing a sustainable model for urban residential living and entrepreneurial innovation.
  
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- PA Treasury Campus Energy Efficiency Fund
  
  October 05, 2011
  
  State Treasurer Rob McCord unveiled at Drexel an innovative financing opportunity that will help Pennsylvania colleges and universities cut utility costs through job-creating energy efficiency improvements that will also contribute to a cleaner environment. Drexel is the first institution to participate.
  
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- The Academy of Natural Sciences and Drexel Announce Historic Affiliation
  
  May 19, 2011
  
  The collaboration will further Philadelphia’s reputation as a leader in the Natural and Environmental Sciences; The Pew Charitable Trusts Announces $1 million grant
  
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