University Marketing & Communications
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University Marketing & Communications

Tracy Powell

Tracy Powell

Senior Vice President, University Marketing & Communications
Main Building
3141 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
tbp36@drexel.edu

Division of University Marketing & Communications

Led by Senior Vice President Tracy Powell, the Division of University Marketing & Communications (UMAC) partners with University leadership, faculty, professional staff, and community members to develop and execute essential brand-focused marketing and messaging strategies in alignment with Drexel’s 2030: Designing the Future strategic plan and primary organizational goals.

Utilizing a coordinated surround sound approach that encompasses messaging platforms in all mediums and at all levels, UMAC is focused on sharing the Drexel story with a wide array of internal and external audiences through a unified, impactful delivery that reflects the University’s core values, vision, and mission.

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Publications

Exel Magazine
Exel Magazine 
An award-winning annual magazine overviewing the University’s fast-growing research enterprise.
Drexel Magazine
Drexel Magazine 
A magazine for alumni and friends of the University published three times a year.
Drexel News Blog
Drexel News Blog 
The blog offers expert perspectives on timely topics and a look behind the stories and research making news at Drexel. 
Drexel Now
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Our Work

From marketing brochures to news articles, the division of University Marketing & Communications handles it all.
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Forever Dragons: The Future Is Now in Your Hands

At Drexel University, we want to celebrate our graduating Forever Dragons. We know you have worked hard, made meaningful memories, and pushed beyond the limits of what’s expected to reach this important milestone. And wherever you go in life, personally or professionally, Drexel will always be your home. As our Class of 2023 Dragons take this next step, we know that they will continue to make an impact on the world and move forward as if failure was not an option. The future is now in the hands of our Forever Dragons, and we can't wait to see what they will do!

Drexel News

Mini Courses Make a Big Impact on Local School Community
May 8, 2025
Drexel University’s School of Education is leading a partnership that brings several colleges and schools together to expand the horizons of students at Science Leadership Academy Middle School.
Chief Defender at the Defender Association of Philadelphia, Keisha Hudson, Will Address Drexel Kline School of Law Graduates at Commencement
May 8, 2025
Keisha Hudson, a public defender with 22 years of experience and Chief Defender at the Defender Association of Philadelphia, will address 2025 graduates of the Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law at commencement on Thursday, May 22, at the Academy of Music.
Great court Main Building Drexel’s Longtime Board of Trustees Chair Passes the Torch
May 7, 2025
After 17 years as chair, Richard Greenawalt retires from his post. Trustee Mike Lawrie will assume the role this month.
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In the News

Hacker Turns New Jersey Woman’s Facebook Account Against Her, Tries to Scam Her Friends
May 9, 2025
Robert D'Ovidio, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a May 9 KYW-TV (CBS-3) segment about a spearfishing hacking scheme on Facebook.
Is It Healthy To Eat Fish Every Day? Experts Explain
May 8, 2025
Rosemary Trout, DHSc, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in two May 8 Delish stories about the health benefits and risks of eating fish daily and drinking prebiotic sodas daily.
Philadelphians Will Soon Choose Their Next District Attorney − So What Do DAs Actually Do?
May 8, 2025
Richardson Dilworth, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts & Sciences, authored a May 8 column for The Conversation explaining the job of district attorney in Philadelphia. The article was republished in the Houston Chronicle and the San Francisco Chronicle.
Trial of Officers Who Beat Tyre Nichols Tests Police Accountability Efforts
May 6, 2025
Robert Kane, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a May 6 Washington Post article about the trial of the Memphis police officers accused of the murder Tyre Nichols and other offenses.
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