President's Messages

Linked below are several of President Fry's campus- and community-wide messages, which serve as an information source for recent initiatives.

2024
- Update to the Community on Academic Restructuring
  
  April 19, 2024
- Reaffirming Our Commitment to Counter Hate
  
  April 13, 2024
- Standing with Our Neighbors After Shooting at Eid al-Fitr Celebration
  
  April 11, 2024
- Condemning Vandalism at the Perelman Center for Jewish Life
  
  April 02, 2024
- Congratulating Our Women’s Basketball Team on an Inspirational Season
  
  March 25, 2024
- Cheering on Our Championship Women's Basketball Team
  
  March 18, 2024
- Seizing Opportunities to 'Spring Forward’ at Drexel
  
  March 12, 2024
- A Reminder to Mine Our Diversity as a Source of Strength
  
  January 16, 2024
- Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
  
  January 12, 2024
2023
- A Message on the U.S. Department of Education’s Investigation of Drexel
  
  December 20, 2023
- A Message on Sunday Night's Protest in Center City
  
  December 04, 2023
- Dawn Medley to Join Drexel as Senior Vice President for Enrollment Management
  
  November 17, 2023
- Providing One-Time Payment to Faculty and Professional Staff Amid Challenging Times in Higher Education
  
  November 09, 2023
- Honoring Our Veterans
  
  November 08, 2023
- Sympathy and Support for All Members of Our Community
  
  October 20, 2023
- Reaffirming Drexel's Commitment to Core Values and Principles
  
  October 14, 2023
- A Message of Support for Our Drexel Community
  
  October 11, 2023
- A Message About Tragic Events in Israel
  
  October 08, 2023
- Congratulating Penn on Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
  
  October 02, 2023
- Beginning the new academic year on a high note
  
  September 28, 2023
- A Message on the Sudden Passing of JoAnne A. Epps, Acting President of Temple University
  
  September 19, 2023
- Preparing for Feasibility Studies on UAC Recommendations on Academic Structure
  
  August 23, 2023
- Message on US Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action in Admissions
  
  June 29, 2023
- Recommendations from the University Advisory Committee on Academic Structure
  
  June 20, 2023
- A Juneteenth Message
  
  June 14, 2023
- Changes to Standard & Poor's Global Rating Services Review of Drexel
  
  June 09, 2023
- Drexel and Salus Universities Formalize Merger Agreement
  
  May 25, 2023
- Senior Vice President for Enrollment Management Evelyn Thimba to Leave Drexel
  
  May 19, 2023
- Introducing the Incoming Class of Fall 2023
  
  May 03, 2023
- Summer Fridays and July 3 Closure
  
  April 26, 2023
- An Update on Exploring Affiliation with Salus University
  
  April 21, 2023
- Drexel Exploring Affiliation with Salus University
  
  April 17, 2023
- Marla Gold to Retire as Senior Vice Provost for Community Health and Chief Wellness Officer
  
  March 23, 2023
- Drexel's Youngmoo Kim Named Vice Provost for University and Community Partnerships
  
  March 20, 2023
- Celebrating Leaders in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
  
  February 27, 2023
- Standing in Support of the Temple University Community Mourning the Loss of Officer Fitzgerald
  
  February 24, 2023
- A Message about University City Townhomes
  
  February 23, 2023
- Standing in Solidarity with Michigan State University
  
  February 14, 2023
- In Support of Those Affected by Devastating Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria
  
  February 09, 2023
- A Synopsis of Drexel's 2030 Strategic Plan Virtual Community Update
  
  January 31, 2023
- Uniting in Support Over Tragedy in Memphis
  
  January 28, 2023
- Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
  
  January 11, 2023
2022
- Responding to an Uncertain Economy
  
  December 16, 2022
- Lucy Kerman to retire as inaugural Senior Vice Provost for University and Community Partnerships
  
  December 08, 2022
- Mourning the victims of Club Q shooting in Colorado
  
  November 22, 2022
- Dornsife School of Public Health Dean Ana Diez Roux to Step Down, Return to Faculty
  
  November 16, 2022
- Starting the Thanksgiving Break on Nov. 23
  
  November 15, 2022
- Honoring Those Who Served on Veterans Day
  
  November 10, 2022
- Melvin Singleton Jr. to Join Drexel as Vice President of Public Safety and Chief of Police
  
  November 04, 2022
- Enhancing Safety Throughout Our Campus and Neighborhoods
  
  October 18, 2022
- Important Message on Public Safety
  
  October 17, 2022
- October 27 Memorial for Penny L. Hammrich, PhD
  
  October 06, 2022
- Drexel Closing Early on Election Day, November 8
  
  October 05, 2022
- In Support of Iranian Women and Protesters
  
  September 30, 2022
- University to Review Academic Structure
  
  September 29, 2022
- Update and Advisory on Shooting at 35th Street Near Baring
  
  September 23, 2022
- A Message About the Shooting at 35th Street Near Baring
  
  September 22, 2022
- Beginning a New Academic Year on a High Note
  
  September 22, 2022
- New Health Sciences Building Officially Open
  
  September 19, 2022
- Tracy Powell to Join Drexel as Senior Vice President of University Marketing and Communications
  
  September 16, 2022
- David S. Brown Appointed Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences
  
  August 18, 2022
- Mourning the Loss of Dean Penny Hammrich, School of Education
  
  August 15, 2022
- College of Nursing and Health Professions Dean Laura N. Gitlin to Step Down, Return to Research
  
  June 27, 2022
- Message on SCOTUS Ruling to Overturn Roe v Wade
  
  June 27, 2022
- A Juneteenth Message
  
  June 17, 2022
- Statement on Deadly Mass Shooting in Philadelphia
  
  June 06, 2022
- In George Floyd’s Memory, Drexel Continues Journey to Become an Anti-Racist Institution
  
  May 25, 2022
- Statement on Tragedy at Robb Elementary School
  
  May 25, 2022
- Another Drexel Championship on the Water!
  
  May 17, 2022
- Responding to Racist Shooting Attack in Buffalo
  
  May 16, 2022
- Introducing the Incoming Class of Fall 2022
  
  May 12, 2022
- Drexel to Steward Atwater Kent Collection and Help Preserve Philadelphia History
  
  May 10, 2022
- Spring Quarter Welcome Back Message
  
  March 29, 2022
- Drexel To Participate in SEPTA Key Advantage Pilot Program
  
  March 22, 2022
- Drexel and Lockheed Martin to Launch Technology Incubator and New Co-op Program
  
  March 16, 2022
- New Life Sciences Research Lab Facility Coming to Campus
  
  March 14, 2022
- University-wide Commencement on June 9, 2022
  
  March 10, 2022
- Standing with Drexel's Ukrainian Community
  
  February 24, 2022
- Drexel Sustains Prestigious R1 Research Classification
  
  February 04, 2022
- Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
  
  January 10, 2022
- Mourning Philadelphia Fire Victims
  
  January 05, 2022
2021
- Honoring Brave Patriots at Drexel and Across Our Community
  
  November 08, 2021
- Streamlining Policy Development and Management at Drexel
  
  November 03, 2021
- Early Closing to Provide Extra Time to Vote on Election Day 2021
  
  October 26, 2021
- Drexel University Observes Indigenous Peoples’ Day
  
  October 08, 2021
- A Stronger Drexel for the Academic Year 2021-2022
  
  September 20, 2021
- Anti-Racism Task Force Final Report
  
  September 13, 2021
- Two Decades After 9/11, Shared Remembrance
  
  September 08, 2021
- Concern, Assistance for Hurricane Victims
  
  September 02, 2021
- Drexel University Rescinds Honorary Degree Awarded to Rudy Giuliani
  
  August 13, 2021
- Bucknell’s Maisha Kelly Named Drexel’s Next Director of Athletics
  
  June 16, 2021
- Drexel University Observes Juneteenth
  
  June 14, 2021
- Drexel University Police Department Review: Final Report and Next Steps
  
  June 01, 2021
- Standing with the Drexel Jewish Community Against Antisemitism
  
  May 27, 2021
- In George Floyd’s Memory, Seeking Racial Justice and Equality
  
  May 25, 2021
- A Year to Cheer for Drexel's Athletic Success
  
  May 18, 2021
- University to Restore Retirement Contributions, Merit Increases
  
  May 13, 2021
- More Madness in May
  
  May 10, 2021
- Welcoming Drexel’s Fall 2021 Incoming Class
  
  May 05, 2021
- Concern, Assistance for India's COVID-19 Crisis
  
  May 03, 2021
- Joining Together, Supporting One Another
  
  April 20, 2021
- College of Arts and Sciences Dean Norma Bouchard to Join Chapman University as Provost
  
  March 26, 2021
- Congratulations, Drexel Dragons
  
  March 22, 2021
- Standing with Drexel's Asian American Community
  
  March 18, 2021
- Tuition Freeze Extended Through Fall 2021 Quarter
  
  March 16, 2021
- Remembering Drexel Trustee Emeritus John A. Nyheim, HD’05
  
  March 15, 2021
- Congratulations, Drexel Women’s Basketball Team
  
  March 14, 2021
- University-wide Commencement on June 11, 2021
  
  March 11, 2021
- Congratulations, Drexel Men's Basketball Team
  
  March 10, 2021
- Announcing Half-Day Spring Fridays
  
  March 04, 2021
- Keeping Drexel's Virtual Spaces Free from Hate, Intolerance
  
  February 12, 2021
- Reflecting on Philly Fighting COVID
  
  February 03, 2021
- Statement Regarding Philly Fighting COVID
  
  January 28, 2021
- Fostering Tolerance, Civility: Dr. King’s Work is Ours to Carry On
  
  January 15, 2021
- Statement on the Storming of the U.S. Capitol
  
  January 07, 2021
2020
- Dornsife Gift to Establish Center on Racism and Health
  
  December 02, 2020
- Welcoming Penn’s $100 Million Pledge to the Philadelphia Public Schools
  
  November 17, 2020
- Honoring Drexel's Veterans
  
  November 11, 2020
- Maintaining Unity after Election Day
  
  November 02, 2020
- Mourning the Death of Walter Wallace, Jr.
  
  October 27, 2020
- Update on Drexel Police Department Review
  
  October 14, 2020
- Update on Drexel’s Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Operating Budget and Planning for the Future
  
  October 08, 2020
- Statement from President Fry: Breonna Taylor’s Life Mattered
  
  September 25, 2020
- Drexel Closing Early on Election Day, November 3
  
  September 24, 2020
- Meeting New Challenges, Innovating for the Academic Year: 2020-2021
  
  September 21, 2020
- Police Shooting Renews Outrage Over Violence Against Black Lives
  
  August 26, 2020
- Financial Markets' Strong Vote of Confidence in Drexel
  
  July 29, 2020
- Watchwords for the Fall: Best Practices, Flexibility, Working Together
  
  July 22, 2020
- Stronger Advocates and Better Partners on Anti-Racism
  
  July 17, 2020
- Hybrid Learning Model, Best Health Practices Reaffirm Fall Plans
  
  July 15, 2020
- Drexel Stands in Support With Our International Students
  
  July 10, 2020
- Drexel Anti-Racism Task Force Launches
  
  June 26, 2020
- Welcome Landmark Legal Ruling for LGBTQA+ Community
  
  June 23, 2020
- Welcome Supreme Court Victory for DACA Students' Rights
  
  June 22, 2020
- A Pledge to Address Systemic and Institutional Racism
  
  June 12, 2020
- Steps Toward Greater Justice and Healing
  
  June 03, 2020
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Operates Armory for Army National Guard
  
  June 02, 2020
- Becoming Active Allies in the Fight Against Racism
  
  May 30, 2020
- Drexel's Response to the Financial Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic
  
  May 08, 2020
- Task Force Exploring Options for Drexel's Fall Term
  
  April 27, 2020
- Navigating the Pandemic with Increasing Success
  
  April 24, 2020
- Drexel’s History-Making Spring Quarter Launches
  
  April 10, 2020
- Welcome Back to the Future of Drexel University
  
  April 03, 2020
- Finding the Right Time to Celebrate Drexel’s Class of 2020
  
  March 27, 2020
- Drexel's Spring Term A Rich Offering of Student Experiences
  
  March 25, 2020
- Drexel Gears Up for Remote Learning, Research; Campus Clearing Out
  
  March 19, 2020
- Entire Spring Term to be Taught Remotely; Clinical Experiences Suspended; On-Campus Research Activities Restricted
  
  March 16, 2020
- Charting Drexel's Way Forward Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic
  
  March 13, 2020
- Drexel Establishes University-wide Plans to Cope with Potential Coronavirus Outbreak
  
  March 02, 2020
- Inspired by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
  
  January 15, 2020
2019
- Ensuring a Welcoming and Inclusive Environment at Drexel University
  
  December 11, 2019
- Building on Success for the Academic Year: 2019-2020
  
  September 23, 2019
- Drexel Supports International Students and Scholars
  
  June 05, 2019
- Drexel to Support Increased Arts and Culture Opportunities
  
  May 09, 2019
- Showing Drexel Pride During Today's Day of Giving
  
  May 08, 2019
- Everyone Benefits from the Eagles Autism Challenge
  
  May 06, 2019
- Staying Connected to Our Humanity in the Face of Evil
  
  April 29, 2019
- Standing in Solidarity with Sri Lankans Mourning Bombing Victims
  
  April 24, 2019
- Service and Reflection in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
  
  January 15, 2019
2018
- University-Level Business Solutions Institute Launched
  
  September 26, 2018
- Milestone Academic Year Ahead for Drexel: 2018-19
  
  September 24, 2018
- Year-End Highlights: Growing Enrollment, Academic and Research Excellence
  
  June 13, 2018
- Helping Drexel Faculty, Professional Staff Meet Eagles’ Autism Challenge
  
  January 26, 2018
- A Culture of Acceptance and Civility Benefits All Members of the Drexel Community
  
  January 16, 2018
2017
- Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Safeguards Reaffirm Drexel's Zero Tolerance
  
  November 30, 2017
- Tax Reform Measures Could Harm Higher Education
  
  November 21, 2017
- Focus on the Future for 2017-18
  
  September 19, 2017
- Drexel Supports DACA Students
  
  September 06, 2017
- Statement from Drexel President John Fry on Violence at Charlottesville Protests
  
  August 14, 2017
- Student Success Strategy Results Point to Progress, Need to Stay the Course
  
  June 30, 2017
- The March for Science Underscores the Importance of Research
  
  April 12, 2017
- Amid New Travel Rules, Drexel Reaffirms Support for University's International Community
  
  March 07, 2017
- Drexel Support for International Students, Faculty and Professional Staff
  
  January 29, 2017
- Drexel Athletics and North Carolina House Bill 2
  
  January 27, 2017
- State of the University - 2017 and Beyond
  
  January 13, 2017
2016
- Message Regarding Academic Freedom, Freedom of Speech and the Need for Inclusivity and Respect
  
  December 29, 2016
- Drexel's Promise Neighborhoods $30 Million Award to Be Life Changing
  
  December 21, 2016
- Drexel Joins Petition in Support of Undocumented Students
  
  December 09, 2016
- Moving On as a Community After the Election
  
  November 10, 2016
- Connections: Looking Forward to 2016-17
  
  September 06, 2016
- Fostering Understanding, Respect, and Opportunity for a Better University
  
  July 13, 2016
2015
- A Welcoming Culture of Inclusion
  
  November 18, 2015
- Drexel Has Revoked Bill Cosby’s Honorary Degree
  
  November 12, 2015
- Announcing the Dana and David Dornsife School of Public Health
  
  September 30, 2015
- Decision Points: Looking Forward to 2015-16
  
  September 03, 2015
- Further Reflection on Last Week's Antisemitic Incident
  
  May 17, 2015
- No Place for Intolerance at Drexel
  
  May 13, 2015
- Sexual Assault Awareness Month Update
  
  April 23, 2015
- Announcing Drexel’s New Provost: Drexel University Provost Brian Blake
  
  April 17, 2015
- Report on Race & Social Justice
  
  April 15, 2015
- Drexel to Phase Out Operations in Sacramento
  
  March 05, 2015
2014
- Drexel and the National Conversation on Race and Justice
  
  December 19, 2014
- New Leadership Structure
  
  October 28, 2014
- In Honor of Unprecedented Gift, Drexel Law School to Be Named the Thomas R. Kline School of Law
  
  September 17, 2014
- Welcome Back
  
  September 04, 2014
- Preventing and Addressing Sexual Assault at Drexel
  
  June 11, 2014
- Student Life Cycle Management at Drexel
  
  January 07, 2014
2013
- Drexel Statement on Boycott of Israeli Academic Institutions
  
  December 27, 2013
- Snapshot of Excellence—Looking Back at 2012-13
  
  August 08, 2013
2012
- Star Review: Phase 2
  
  November 29, 2012
- Hurricane Sandy
  
  November 02, 2012
- A Welcome Back Message from the President
  
  September 12, 2012
- Mid-Year Update
  
  February 29, 2012
2011
- A Message from the President for the New Academic Year
  
  September 13, 2011
- Drexel and the Academy of Natural Sciences
  
  May 19, 2011
- Strategic Planning at Drexel University
  
  May 12, 2011
2010
- School of Law Received Accreditation
  
  August 05, 2010
- Introductory Message
  
  August 02, 2010