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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 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
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
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.
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

Students at DrexeLAB showcase Student Showcases Highlight Research at Drexel University
During Inauguration Week, students from around the University presented their work.
View of Drexel Main Building Main Court Heard Around Campus — April 2026
From Mental Health Awareness Month to a new “Modern Professional Toolkit” certificate series, there are several new and timely opportunities available to Drexel faculty and professional staff.
Moogega-Cooper-Drexel-Commencement-Speaker Drexel Alumna and Mars Rover Lead Moogega Cooper to Address Class of 2026    
Drexel University alumna Moogega “Moo” Cooper, PhD, Planetary Protection Lead for the Mars rover Perseverance and Group Supervisor at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, will deliver the address to the Class of 2026 at Drexel’s University-wide commencement ceremony held on June 11, at Citizens Bank Park.

In the News

What You’ve Wanted to Know About Autism but Were Too Afraid to Ask
Matthew Lerner, PhD, an associate professor at the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, was featured on an April 24 episode of CNN's "Chasing Life" podcast to discuss autism and why diagnoses are on the rise.
Can Eating Prunes Daily Get Rid of Constipation? A GI Doctor and Dietitians Weigh In
Jennifer Nasser, PhD, an associate professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in an April 23 story on NBC's TODAY Show news site the health benefits of eating prunes daily.
The New Brain Break App for Philadelphia Students Raises Questions About More Screen Time
The School District of Philadelphia recently announced that an app called Rallee will be available to teachers and students in the district.
Why is the U.S. Reluctant to Adopt the Scandinavian Prison Model?
Jordan Hyatt, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was interviewed on an April 22 WBUR-Radio (NPR-Boston) "On Point" episode about "Little Scandinavia," a prison reform project he is leading at the state correctional institute in Chester, Pennsylvania.