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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

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
An award-winning annual magazine overviewing the University’s fast-growing research enterprise.
Drexel Magazine
A magazine for alumni and friends of the University published three times a year.
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.
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

Split photo of a participant completing the puzzle-making task (left) and the heritage artmaking task of making an intricate drawing with chalk (right) New Research Highlights Health Benefits of Using Heritage Art Practices in Art Therapy
To better understand the potential therapeutic benefits of heritage art practices, researchers from Drexel University’s College of Nursing and Health Professions examined the impact of these practices on mental and physical health.
Mini Courses Make a Big Impact on Local School Community
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
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.

In the News

Got Too Many Options? Health Experts Break Down Every Milk On The Market
Rosemary Trout, DHSc, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a May 15 Delish story about the different milk and milk alternative options available to consumers.
Will New US-China Temporary Tariff Deal Make a Difference for Your Bottom Line?
Edward Nelling, PhD, a professor in the LeBow College of Business, was quoted in a May 12 WPVI-TV (6-abc) story about the latest U.S.-China temporary tariff deal and how it will impact U.S. consumers.
Eat Cetera Philly Offers Cooking Classes From Celebrity Chef
Drexel was mentioned in a May 12 WPVI-TV (6-abc) "FYI Philly" segment about a new recreational cooking class hosted by Philadelphia celebrity chef Clara Park. Park is conducting the classes in Drexel's Food Lab space in the Academic building on campus.
Hacker Turns New Jersey Woman’s Facebook Account Against Her, Tries to Scam Her Friends
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.