University Marketing & Communications

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 brand-focused marketing and strategic communication plans.

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.

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!

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The exhibit of "Pennsylvania's Founding."

Drexel Students Put Pennsylvania History on Display at the National Constitution Center

Oct 29, 2026

A new exhibition was curated by professional staff members at Drexel’s Lenfest Center for Cultural Partnerships and the Atwater Kent Collection, and features interactive displays and a catalogue developed by Drexel students.

Microscope in a lab with people in lab coats in background

Dragons on Fire: Kudos for Student Achievement: Summer 2026

Oct 29, 2026

Students have earned fellowships, scholarships, awards and more over the past quarter.

The Tonics assembled in a line while singing on the field at Citizens Bank Park wearing khakis, blue and white button down shirts and green ties, with Youngmoo Kim wearing a red tie on the right.

The Drexel Connection to a Viral A Cappella Group

Oct 27, 2026

In addition to holding leadership and faculty positions at Drexel, Youngmoo Kim, PhD, is the music director of the Tonics, a local musical act with a huge social media presence.

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Students Want AI Built Into the Majors They Love. How Colleges Can Deliver.

Oct 27, 2026

The LeBow College of Business was mentioned in an Oct. 27 University Business opinion article about how colleges and universities are building AI into major curricula to ensure a degree will withstand how AI is changing work.

Thawed Chicken to Non-Stick Pans, We Answered Your Food and Kitchen Safety Questions

Oct 26, 2026

Rachel Sherman, associate director of the Drexel Food Lab in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, and Caroline Schauer, PhD, Margaret C. Burns Chair of Engineering in the Nick Howley College of Engineering and Computing’s School of Engineering, were featured in an Oct. 26 column for The Guardian (UK) answering reader submitted questions about food and kitchen safety.

These Hobbies Can Boost Your Mood and Brain Health

Oct 25, 2026

Girija Kaimal, EdD, a professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in an Oct. 25 Washington Post article about how creative hobbies and crafting can improve mood and brain health.

25 High-Protein Foods Dietitians Say Can Support Muscle Growth

Oct 22, 2026

Nyree Dardarian, EdD, assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in an Oct. 22 Good Housekeeping article about the importance of protein to support muscle growth and the best sources of protein to incorporate into a diet.

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