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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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

Headshot of Tani saintfleur Announcing Drexel’s New Vice President for Compliance, Policy, Privacy Services & Civil Rights Compliance
Jul 21, 2026
A message from Helen Bowman Executive Vice President, Chief Operating and Financial Officer, and Treasurer.
Anthony J. Drexel's painting superimposed over Main Building's Chestnut Street entrance reading "Drexel Institute" 2026’s Other Anniversaries at Drexel
Jul 17, 2026
America’s 250th anniversary might have just passed, but the 200th birthday of the University’s founder and the 135th anniversary of Drexel’s founding are both coming up.
Members of the Drexel University Police Department help serve up a recent community dinner at the Dornsife Center. National Night Out Returns to Drexel on Aug. 4
Jul 17, 2026
Public Safety & U — July 2026
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In the News

How a Ban Won’t Stop Abortion Pill Access
Jul 18, 2026
David S. Cohen, PhD, a professor in the Kline School of Law, was quoted in a July 18 article in Health Medicine Network about how a ban won’t stop abortion pill access.
Good Day Uncut: Drexel Sigma Sound Archives
Jul 15, 2026
Monika Julien, an assistant teaching professor, and Toby Seay, PhD, a professor, both in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, were featured on a July 15 WTFX-TV (FOX-29) "Good Day Uncut" episode about Drexel’s MAD Dragon record label reviving an unreleased album from the Sigma Sound Archives more than 50 years after it was recorded.
Watch Cockroaches Race at the Academy of Natural Sciences During Bug Fest
Jul 12, 2026
The Academy of Natural Sciences was mentioned in a July 12 Philly Voice story about hosting Bug Fest, which takes place on August 8 and 9.
ADHD Brains are Prone to Wandering. That's a Secret Weapon in the Worklplace
Jul 8, 2026
John Kounios, PhD, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, was quoted in a July 8 Fast Company article about how ADHD brains may be wired for creativity.
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