Undergraduate - FAQs

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Where/ what is the PSA Building?

The PSA (or Psychology, Sociology, and Anthropology) Building is located at the corner of 33rd and Powelton Streets. It currently houses the Culture and Communication Department, though its name still reflects a pre-2001 usage. On some Drexel maps, it is also called the “Neuropsychology Clinic.” Adjacent to this building is the English Language Center, which also shares space with the Modern Languages department. To enter the PSA Building, you must approach the door by the parking lot and use your Drexel Student ID card or ring a buzzer.

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Who is my advisor?

For academic matters:

• Anthropology: Tony Glascock, 202D PSA, glascock@drexel.edu, 215.895.1090
  
• Communication: Ron Bishop, 324 PSA, bishoprc@drexel.edu, 215.895.1823
  
• Criminal Justice: Julia Hall, 220 PSA, hall@drexel.edu, 215.895.2472
• Modern Languages: Simone Schlichting Artur, 48-211, schlichs@drexel.edu, 215.895.2443
  
• Sociology: David Kutzik, 216 PSA, kutzik@drexel.edu, 215.895.2309
  
• Urban Envr Studies: Robert Stokes, 326 PSA, bob.stokes@drexel.edu, 215.895.0490
  

For non-academic matters (i.e. course registration, schedules, adding or dropping courses):

Caroline Chmielewski Program Coordinator II 47-117 (PSA Building) Email: chmielcm@drexel.edu Phone: 215.895.1313

Sharon Wallace Program Coordinator I 47- 101 (PSA Building) Email: skw@drxel.edu Phone: 215.895.2456

Assistant Dept Head:
Simone Schlichting-Artur, 48-211, schlichs@drexel.edu, 215-895.2443

Department Head:
Wesley Shumar, 215 PSA, shumarw@drexel.edu, 215.895.2060

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Will my major follow the semester system or the quarter system?

It will follow the quarter system.

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What are my department’s requirements for graduation?

Please click here for advising forms for undergraduate students:

• Anthropology
  
• Communication
  
• Criminal Justice
  
• Sociology
  
• Modern Languages
  
• Urban Environmental Studies

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How do I find a co-op/internship?

This varies between majors, and between graduate and undergraduate programs. Generally, students are expected to be proactive and independent in their search. Some possible ways to search for and secure available positions include networking with students and professors in your major; searching through job postings available through DrexelOne and through department emails, news, and alerts; local newspaper and online listings, and signing up with a staffing agency. Consult the department handbook and meet with your advisor to discuss options and requirements for your course of study.

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I am already employed in my field. Do I need an internship or co-op?

For graduate students, depending on your major or field, you may be able to waive this requirement. Please consult the student handbook for your major.

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Are there any on-campus employment opportunities available?

Campus employment opportunities are offered through the financial aid office. Please contact 215-895-2537 or visit http://www.drexel.edu/financialaid .

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May I take courses outside my department?

Yes. Depending upon your major, this may be required. Please consult the advising form for your major.

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I’d like to change my status (part time to full-time or full time to part time). What do I need to do?

First, notify your advisor of this change before the quarter begins. Then contact the financial aid office (215) 895-2537 and the billing office (215).

Fill out a revised Institutional Financial Aid application: http://www.drexel.edu/financialaid/PDF/institutional_fa_app.pdf

and a Change of Curriculum and Status Form: http://www.drexel.edu/src/forms/Change_of_Curriculum_and_Status.pdf

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I am ready to graduate. What do I need to do?

Visit the “Graduation Information” page on the SRC website http://www.drexel.edu/src/graduation_information_ucmc.asp.

Fill out and submit the Application for Graduation: http://www.drexel.edu/src/application_for_degree.asp by the date indicated. This will be determined by the date you plan to graduate.