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 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.

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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
eNewsletters
Choose your subscription preferences to Drexel's digital newsletters here and stay on top of University news, events or staff announcements. 

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

Image of the bridge near the Papadakis Integrated Sciences Building on Drexel's University City Campus. Help Is Just a Phone Call (or Tap) Away
Apr 10, 2026
Public Safety & U — April 2026
Top three Roayl Dragon students Royal Dragon Ruminates on Reaching New Heights
Apr 2, 2026
Mehroj Alimov, who was named Royal Dragon in winter term, has navigated his dreams from Samarkand to Manhattan thanks to his Drexel experience.
Eunice Santos Eunice E. Santos Appointed Inaugural Dean of the College of Engineering and Computing
Apr 2, 2026
In addition to serving as the inaugural dean, Dr. Santos has been appointed the inaugural Thomas E. and Christine D. Berk Endowed Professor and Distinguished University Professor of Computer Science, effective August 1, 2026.
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In the News

American Couture: Freedom of Style or Fashion Decline?
Apr 7, 2026
Ali Howell Abolo, PhD, associate professor and program director of fashion design in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was a guest on an April 7 episode of WHYY-Radio’s “Studio 2” about whether our society has gotten too casual with our clothing.
Hospital Forces Woman in Active Labor to Attend Zoom Court for Refusing C-Section  
Apr 4, 2026
Elizabeth Kukura, JD, an associate professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in an April 4 People magazine story about the case of a woman in Florida being forced to participate in a court hearing that decided how she would give birth when her pregnancy became a high-risk scenario.
Classical Guitarist Ana Vidovic on Bach, The Beatles and Bananas
Apr 2, 2026
Eric Zillmer, PsyD, Carl R. Pacifico professor of Neuropsychology in the College of Arts and Sciences, was featured on an April 2 WMMR-Radio’s “Preston & Steve Show” where he discussed the psychology of music and guitar concerts in Philadelphia.
Why Older Homes Handled Fresh Air Better Than Many Do Now
Mar 31, 2026
A study, led by Antonio Martinez-Molina, PhD, a professor in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, was discussed in a March 31 article in The Economic Times. The research explained why older homes, built before the 1970s, naturally facilitated better air circulation than modern, tightly sealed houses.
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