Today at Drexel

Philly Guided Tour

Celebrate the Fourth of July early by taking part in a free, hour-long tour of Philadelphia's history on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, from 4 to 5 p.m.

Signs Show the Way to Drexel Sacramento Graduate Center

Just six months after opening the Center for Graduate Studies in Sacramento, street signs now direct Sacramentans to Drexel University's home at One Capitol Mall. The street signs, along with the illuminated sign recently installed on top of the One Capitol Mall building, reflect Drexel's growing presence in Sacramento.

Conversation Network Reception

Students, faculty and staff interested in international cultures, international studies, learning a foreign language or preparing for an international co-op are invited to the Conversation Network reception on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the lower level dining lounge in the Creese Student Center (32nd and Chestnut Streets). Pizza and refreshments will be served.

Alumni Association Grants Program Deadline: July 24

The Drexel University Alumni Association is currently accepting requests from recognized student organizations for grants to support events and programs. The Alumni Association Grants Program provides recognized student organizations with financial support in order to help them carry out their goals and initiatives by supporting their events and activities.

Nutrition Research Study

A Drexel University researcher in the lab of Bioscience and Biotechnology Assistant Professor Dr. Jennifer Nasser is conducting a study on the memory of food intake.

DGDG Town Hall Meeting

The Drexel Game Developers Group (DGDG) will hold a meeting today, June 29, 2009, from 9 to 10 p.m. at University Crossings (32nd and Market Streets) for students interested in joining DGDG.

Rendez-Vous Francais

The Francophone Club at Drexel University invites students and friends to join members this summer as they discover a contemporary Francophone world never seen before through conversations, television, films and more.

Master of Public Policy Information Session

The Office of Enrollment Management will host an information session about the new Master of Science in Public Policy (MSPP) degree program on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in room 2019-20 MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).  

Classes Begin Today for Drexel University Computing Academy

Classes begin for the 25 students attending the Drexel University Computing Academy (DUCA), today, June 29, 2009 in the Rush Building (30 N. 33rd Street).

Open Positions in Undergraduate Student Government Association

Paid Summer Service Opportunity

The Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) and the English Language Center are seeking Drexel students to be service-learning project leaders for the 2009 Summer Institute for European Student Leaders.

CALMM: Coping with Anxiety Through Learning Mindfulness Meditation

The Counseling Center located in the Creese Student Center room 201 (32nd and Chestnut Streets) is starting a Coping with Anxiety through Learning Mindfulness Meditation (CALMM) group to focus on helping those with heightened anxiety learn meditation skills to help lower their anxiety.

Research Study: Anxiety in Public Speaking

The Drexel University Anxiety Treatment Program is looking for adults who live in Greater Philadelphia and experience anxiety in public speaking situations.

Overeaters Anonymous Meeting

Overeaters Anonymous meets every Tuesday in room 3208, New College Building (245 N. 15th Street). Newcomers' meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. Regular meeting begins at 6 p.m. This week, the group will feature a speaker for recovery.

CAB Summer Flicks: Observe and Report

Campus Activities Board will host a free screening of Observe and Report on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at 8 p.m. in Nesbitt Hall (33rd and Market Streets).

Leda Kopach Joins LeBow College Marketing Team

Leda Kopach (above) has joined LeBow College of Business as communications manager. A 1991 Drexel graduate, Kopach has a degree in Corporate Communications from the College of Arts and Sciences. She brings 18 years of experience to LeBow College, most recently serving as managing editor at McNeill Group, Inc.