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CNHP Students and Faculty Offer Health Screenings to Veterans

Wed, 23 May 2012 11:36:00 -0400

Faculty and student from the College of Nursing and Health Professions conducted free screenings for veterans, including blood pressure, eye exams, and blood glucose; as well as behavioral health indicators such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, couples counseling and addiction.

Drexel’s Chatelaine Watch from The Drexel Collection Goes on Exhibit in New York and Paris

Wed, 23 May 2012 10:31:00 -0400

Drexel Dragon Soars With The Eagles

Tue, 22 May 2012 15:57:00 -0400

Junior Sage Cifaloglio said she's found the perfect part-time job while in classes—a job that consists of cheering in front of 37,000 Philadelphia fans this season.

Legacy Center Grant Invites High School Students to Become History Detectives

Mon, 21 May 2012 11:47:00 -0400

The Legacy Center Archives and Special Collections at Drexel’s Queen Lane Campus was awarded a $200,000 grant that will make the center’s rich online Women in Medicine collection easily accessible to a new audience of high school students.

Five Things to Remember on Memorial Day

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:02:00 -0400

As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Drexel’s Coordinator of Health, Fitness and Wellness Nick Drake offers the University Community a few tips to keep in mind in honor of those who have fought and died for their country.

Intern Queen Lauren Berger Comes to Drexel

Fri, 18 May 2012 08:57:00 -0400

Drexel's Campus Activities Board is bringing Berger to campus on May 22 to share her story with students.

“Modernist Cuisine” Culinary Arts Course Gives Students a Glimpse Into the Science of Food

Wed, 16 May 2012 10:09:00 -0400

In Drexel’s prep kitchens, students are conducting edible science experiments.

Drexel Crew Takes Home Four Medals at the 2012 Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta

Mon, 14 May 2012 13:12:00 -0400

Overall, the Drexel Crew placed second with 35 total points, while Purdue took first with 37 points in the 2012 Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta on May 11 and 12.

Drexel Crew is Set to Compete at the 2012 Aberdeen Dad Vail Regatta

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:28:00 -0400

The regatta will feature over 3,500 student-athletes from up to 120 colleges and universities across North America and Canada.

Drexel Partners with PhillyCarShare

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:22:00 -0400

Drexel and PhillyCarShare recently announced a partnership to promote electric vehicles.

Drexel Mourns Loss of Alum Christopher Mosko

Thu, 03 May 2012 14:29:00 -0400

Drexel University mourns the loss of alumnus Christopher Mosko, 28, a U.S. Navy lieutenant who was killed in Afghanistan on Thursday, April 26. Mosko graduated in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in commerce and engineering from Drexel’s LeBow College of Business.

Global Night of Networking 2012

Wed, 02 May 2012 13:27:00 -0400

Vampires, Iron Thrones and Hobbits at Drexel This Summer

Wed, 02 May 2012 10:41:00 -0400

A few Drexel faculty members are bringing their passion for science fiction and the world of fantasy into the classroom this summer.

More than 170 Children Participate in Inspire a Child to Dream Day at Drexel

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:40:00 -0400

On April 26, Drexel held its annual Inspire a Child to Dream Day on the University City Main Campus. The event coincides each year with National Take Your Daughter/Son to Work Day in April.

From the Collection: Dress by Mariano Fortuny y Madrazo

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:21:00 -0400

For this month's From the Collection series, we highlight the “Delphos” dress from the Drexel Historic Costume Collection.

Greek Week 2012 at Drexel

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:48:00 -0400

Greek Week is two weeks of athletic, artistic, philanthropic and educational events created by the Drexel fraternity and sorority community.

Drexel Named a Champion in EPA's Green Power Challenge

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:43:00 -0400

Drexel was recognized by the EPA as the 2011-2012 Individual Conference Champion for using more green power than any other school in the Colonial Athletic Association.

Surviving on Two Dollars a Day

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 11:41:00 -0400

Twelve members of Drexel's weServe program spent threlast week surviving on two dollars a day to raise awareness of poverty on a local and global level.

Grad Student Celebrates Diversity by Launching Dance Company

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:51:00 -0400

A Drexel graduate student's dream—the Roger Lee Dance Company—has officially become a reality.

Drexel Program Tackles Digital Divide in Philadelphia

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:01:00 -0400

An Internet “fast” will take place this weekend to show support for the 41 percent of Philadelphians who do not have easy access to connect online.

Five Tips for a Better Night's Sleep

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:10:00 -0400

There’s nothing like a good night’s sleep to get you going in the morning. Drexel’s Dr. Joanne Getsy offers some tips to jump start your body and mind.

Catching Up With Miss Philadelphia

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:16:00 -0400

Since her recent coronation as Miss Philadelphia, Drexel junior Lauren Bilski has been thrust into the local limelight. DrexelNow was able to squeeze into her jam-packed schedule for a walk across campus to chat about what life has been like for her lately.

Q & A with Drexel's Dr. Mimi Sheller

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:28:00 -0400

Sociology professor Dr. Mimi Sheller is the founding director of Drexel's Center for Mobilities Research and Policy (mCenter).

'Rebuilding Together Philadelphia' Targets West Philadelphia Neighborhood

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:58:00 -0400

President John Fry’s vision to support and develop local West Philadelphia communities is coming to fruition through partnerships with community service organizations like Rebuilding Together Philadelphia.

Love Chocolate? Join the Club

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:17:00 -0400

Drexel has its very own chocolate lovers club. The Drexel Chocolate Terminators meet once or twice per quarter and have a taste for fair trade and organic chocolates.

Not Your Average Maintenance Men

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 09:57:00 -0400

Bryan Thomsonowak and Andrew Lee are tasked with maintaining the PISB biowall, the largest living biofilter in North America and the only such structure installed at an American university.

Drexel's 'Iconography of the Dragon' Exhibit Now Open

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 11:45:00 -0400

In celebration of the 2012 Year of the Dragon, Drexel is hosting an exhibit dedicated to the dragon.

Drexel to Light It Up Blue for Autism

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 10:21:00 -0400

The School of Public Health, along with the College of Medicine, will recognize World Autism Awareness Day on Monday, April 2, this year by lighting up the Great Court in Main Building with blue lights as part of Autism Speaks' worldwide Light It Up Blue program. Faculty, staff and students are also encouraged to wear blue that day in honor of the program.

Five Key Facts About Women's Health

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 13:55:00 -0400

As Women’s History Month comes to a close, Drexel's Dr. Ana Nuñez offers a few examples of why it’s important to continue to look at women's health as a key component in a better society and in advanced medicine.

Opportunity Knocked, This Drexel Senior Answered

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:05:00 -0400

Drexel senior Nevena Bosnic is the Univerity's first student to be named a Carnegie Junior Fellow.

Men's Basketball Advances to NIT Quarterfinals with a 65-63 victory against UNI

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 14:54:00 -0400

The Dragons host UMass in the NIT Quarterfinals on Tuesday night at the DAC at 7 p.m.

Students Work on Trails, Not Tans, This Spring Break

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:35:00 -0400

Senior Sarah Michelson is taking the opportunity to give back, not party, this spring break.

Women's Basketball Moves On, 57-41 Over Fairfield

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:57:00 -0400

Thursday was a record-setting night for the Drexel women's basketball team, as they won their first-ever postseason game, advancing to the second round of the WNIT.

Dragons Advance to Second Round of NIT

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:25:00 -0400

The Dragons will host Northern Iowa on Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in a game that can be seen live on ESPN.

Drexel Intern’s California Sojourn

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 15:41:00 -0400

Jasmin Sosa says she will return to the classroom on April 2 with some real-world experience that can't be duplicated by listening to a professor or reading a textbook.

A Message from the President - Go Dragons!

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 11:30:00 -0400

President John A. Fry salutes the Drexel men's and women's basketball teams, and thanks the University community for its amazing support. Go Dragons!

Men's Basketball to Host Central Florida in NIT

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 09:29:00 -0400

Despite 27 victories the men's basketball team was snubbed by the NCAA selection committee on Sunday night. The Dragons will instead host Central Florida on Wednesday, March 14.

Second-Half Rally Falls Just Short For Drexel in 59-56 CAA Championship Loss to VCU

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 20:45:00 -0500

The Dragons will now await the NCAA Selection Committee's decision to find out if they will be playing in the NCAA Tournament or claiming their automatic bid to the National Invitation Tournament.

Top Spots to Eat Cheap on Campus

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 08:52:00 -0500

DrexelNow has put together a list of some cheap lunch eats around University City Main campus.

Men's Basketball and VCU Meet for CAA Championship

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 08:35:00 -0500

Tonight in the Richmond Coliseum, the Drexel men's basketball team will face VCU in the finals of the CAA Championship game. The Dragons enter the game with a 19-game winning streak.

Flint, Lee, Massenat and Givens Honored by the CAA

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 08:58:00 -0500

Drexel begins its quest for the CAA Saturday, March 3 at noon.

Vagina Monologues Exposes and Empowers Women

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:37:00 -0500

For the first time, Drexel faculty, students and staff joined forces to give a voice to these issues as well as benefit the community with proceeds.

Dragons Hold Off ODU for 17th Straight Win

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 11:36:00 -0500

Dragons Down JMU and Clinch Top Seed in CAA Tournament

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 08:46:00 -0500

The Men's Basketball action continues this Saturday, February 25, when the Dragons close the regular season at Old Dominion. The teams tip-off at 4 pm in a game that can be seen live on The Comcast Network.

Breaking Ground on Chestnut Square

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:44:00 -0500

Drexel trustees, students, faculty and professional staff gathered on February 21 to officially kick off the $97.6 million Chestnut Square project with a ceremonial groundbreaking.

New Photography Exhibit Now Open at Academy of Natural Sciences

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:13:00 -0500

This new exhibit shows the unique, bizarre and beautiful specimens in the Academy's collection in a new light.

New Book Brings to Life the Making of American Science

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:27:00 -0500

Academy naturalist and historian Robert McCracken Peck and historical biographer Patricia Tyson Stroud take readers behind the scenes of the Academy, recounting the signal moments and achievements that shaped its first 200 years.

Student Movement Pushes for LGBTQ Center on Campus

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:27:00 -0500

Sophomore William Lukas is working with a group of Drexel students to establish a center for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning students on campus.

Q & A with Paul Harrington, Director of the Center for Labor Markets and Policy

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 08:59:00 -0500

These are extraordinary times to be a labor economist. That makes the Center for Labor Markets and Policy, where Dr. Paul E. Harrington is marking his first year as director, a good place to be.

Robotics at Drexel the Centerpiece for Engineers Week

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:31:00 -0500

The Drexel robotics program is working to equip robots to sense the real world. This program and more will be highlighted throughout Engineers Week, February 20-24.