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 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.

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

A cut-out painting of Anthony J. Drexel in front of a map labeled "The Founder's Old City."

Drexel in Philly: The Founder’s Old City

Mar 19, 2025

Only one of the three Drexel & Co. banks that Drexel’s founder worked in still exists — and the navy-and-yellow building now houses a store called “Rocky Philly Souvenirs.”

A cut-out painting of Anthony J. Drexel in front of a map labeled "The Founder's Center City."

Drexel in Philly: The Founder’s Center City

Mar 19, 2025

Anthony J. Drexel helped finance the creation of the building now housing Reading Terminal Market and the Pennsylvania Convention Center, and his family members are connected to the opening of the Curtis Institute of Music and the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul.

The view from the entrance of the A. J. Picture Gallery showing a tiled mural on a wall in a room full of chairs and art on other walls.

A.J. Drexel Picture Gallery Reframes its Student Experience

Mar 12, 2025

Drexel students redesigned the historic, multi-use space to better reflect the University’s modern community and founding ideals of art, science and industry.

View All News

In the News

Yes, Rhubarb CAN Be Poisonous—Here’s What To Look Out For

Mar 13, 2025

Rosemary Trout, DHSc, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a March 13 Delish article on how to safely eat rhubarb and avoid the toxic parts of the seasonal produce.

Study Reveals What Could Happen to Your Body When You Eat Fewer Ultra-Processed Foods

Mar 10, 2025

Charlotte Hagerman, PhD, an assistant research professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a March 10 Health article about Hagerman's recently published research on an intervention to reduce ultra-processed food consumption. A March 4 Women's Health article on the study was republished March 9 by Prevention.

How to Care for a Loved One With Dementia: 5 Expert Tips

Mar 8, 2025

Laura N. Gitlin, PhD, Distinguished University professor and dean emerita in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a March 8 New York Times article about helpful tips for caregivers of a family member with dementia.

How Long to Cook Hard-Boiled Eggs, Whether You Want Them Jammy or Well Done

Mar 5, 2025

Rosemary Trout, DHSc, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a March 5 Martha Stewart article about ideal timing for cooking hard-boiled eggs and the factors that can impact cooking time.

View All Coverage

University Marketing & Communications

Tracy Powell

Division of University Marketing & Communications

Publications

Our Work

Drexel News

In the News