Monday, February 25, 2008
Monday, February 25, 2008
Quote
of the Day
"Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work"
- Thomas A. Edison
Hot Topic
01. Workshop Today: Everything Students Need to Know About Registration
Topics of the Day
02.
Greece’s Former Minister of Defense and National Economy to Present Lecture
03.
Philadelphia Chamber Society to Present Syrinx Trio Tonight
04.
Discussion Panel: Got Money?
05.
Benefits Buzz!
06.
HR to Present Vanguard Retirement Planning Workshop: “Investment Fundamentals”
07.
This Week on The Drexel Interview™
08.
SCDC Information Session Today: Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
09.
Significantly Discounted Computers for Departmental Purchases
10.
Winter Shuttle Loop
11. American Association of University Professors (AAUP) to Meet
12. Drexel News Media Watch
Workshop Today: Everything Students Need to Know About Registration
The Office of the Provost will sponsor workshops on course registration today, February 25 from 5 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, February 26 from 3 to 6 p.m. and Wednesday, February 28, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Mary Hagerty Room, W.W. Hagerty Library (33rd and Market Streets).
With freshman course registration quickly approaching (Wednesday, March 5 and Thursday, March 6), it is important that students build their schedules ahead of time and know the system inside and out. Upperclass mentors will be facilitating workshops in the W.W. Hagerty Library that will provide students with the tools and tips necessary to enroll in the classes that they need and want.
Students are encouraged to stop in at any time. The 15-to 30-minute workshops will help ensure that the spring quarter class registration process is a smooth one. Complimentary hot food and cold beverages will be provided.
Those unable to attend a workshop can still take full advantage of the Quick-Start Guide to Course Registration on Blue Line at http://www.drexel.edu/blueline/courseregistration.
For more information, email blueline@drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Greece’s Former Minister of Defense and National Economy to Present Lecture
Dr. Yannos Papantoniou (above), former minister of defense and national economy of Greece, will present a lecture, “Greece’s Modernization Process: Problems and Prospects,” on Tuesday, February 26, 2008, at 6 p.m. at the Anthony J. Drexel Picture Gallery, third floor, Main Building (32nd and Chestnut Streets).
Dr. Papantoniou currently serves as an Onassis Foundation Senior Visiting Scholar at the University of Athens. In 1981, he was elected as a member of the European Parliament and in 1984 became advisor to the prime minister on European Economic Community affairs. Since June 1989, he has been an elected member of the Greek Parliament. He served as deputy minister of National Economy, minister of Commerce, minister of National Economy and Finance, and minister of National Defense.
Over the 12-month period in 2002-03, when Greece held the presidency of the European Union’s Council of Defense Ministers, Dr. Papantoniou helped to coordinate the policies that led to the creation of the European Military Force and its engagement in international peacekeeping operations as well as the establishment of the European Defense Agency.
Dr. Papantoniou studied economics at the Universities of Athens and Wisconsin, history at the Sorbonne (France), and obtained his Ph.D. in economics from the University of Cambridge (U.K).
A reception will follow the lecture.
The lecture is co-sponsored by LeBow College of Business and the Greek Studies program at Drexel.
For more information, contact Dr. Maria Hnaraki, director of Greek Studies, at mh439@drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Philadelphia Chamber Society to Present Syrinx Trio Tonight
The Philadelphia Chamber Society will present the return of the Syrinx Trio (above) today, February 25, 2008, at 8 p.m.at the American Philosophical Society (427 Chestnut Street).
The Syrinx Trio will perform works by Debussy, Bennett, Leshnoff and Takemitsu.
In Greek mythology, Syrinx was a nymph who was noted for her chastity. Pursued by the amorous god Pan, she ran to the river's edge and sought help from the river nymphs. In response, she was transformed into hollow water reeds that emitted a haunting sound when the god's frustrated breath blew across them. Pan cut the reeds to fashion the first set of pan pipes, which henceforth were known as syrinx.
For complimentary tickets to this concert, email brad@pcmsconcerts.org or call 215-569-8587.
For more information, visit http://www.pcmsconcerts.org.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
The Brothers of Phi Sigma Pi, in conjunction with Pennoni Honors College and LeBow College of Business, will host a presentation and discussion panel led by Lesa Bathgate, financial advisor and wealth planning specialist with Citi-Smith Barney, on Tuesday, February 26, 2008, at 6:30 p.m. at the University Club, sixth floor, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).
Attendees will learn the basics of investing, have questions about credit and financing answered and learn how to start a 401K.
Complimentary refreshments will be served.
This event is open to all students, faculty, and staff.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Human Resources will host a benefits information session “Getting Marred? Having A Baby? What Do I Need to Do When I Have a Life Event?" today, February 25, 2008, from 3 to 4 p.m. in room 116, Korman Center (33rd Street between Chestnut and Market Streets).
The next Benefits Buzz session, “Employee Assistance Program,” will be held on Monday, March 3, 2008 at the same time and location.
Benefits Buzz is an informal weekly meeting geared toward answering questions and providing information about Drexel benefits. Human Resources representatives will be available to present information and answer questions from faculty and staff.
For more information, contact Trish Mahon at pam82@drexel.edu
Approved under the authority of Adele T. Barbato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources
HR to Present Vanguard Retirement Planning Workshop: “Investment Fundamentals”
The Vanguard Group will present “Investment Fundamentals” on Friday, February 29, 2008, from noon until 1 p.m. in room 110, College of Law Building (3320 Market Street).
Reservations are recommended but not required. Individual conferences are also available on the same date.
Scheduling information and dates for workshops and individual conferences are available on the Drexel University and DUCOM Web sites, in calendar format. Click on one of the links below.
Drexel University: Retirement Plan http://www.drexel.edu/hr/benefits/InvestEducation.html
DUCOM: Retirement Plan http://www.drexel.edu/admin/hr_hs/benefits/InvestEducation.html
For more information contact Rhianna Pearl at pearlr@drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of Adele T. Barbato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources
This Week on The Drexel Interview™
The Drexel InterView™ is hosted by Dr. Paula Marantz Cohen, distinguished professor of English at Drexel University.
On DUTV (Drexel University Television)
Tuesday, February 26, 2008, at 8 p.m.
Tony Auth (above) , editorial cartoonist for The Philadelphia Inquirer
All programs on DUTV air first on Tuesday at 8 p.m., repeating on Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday mornings at 10 a.m. DUTV can be seen throughout Philadelphia on Comcast Cable channel 54 and in West Philadelphia on channel 62. On the Drexel University City Main Campus, DUTV can be seen on channel 33.
On WYBE
Wednesday, February 27, 2008, at 9:30 a.m.
John Kounios, Drexel University cognitive neuroscientist, discoverer of the physiology of sudden insight
Sunday, March 2, 2008, at 5 p.m.
Nelson Shanks, portrait artist
All programs on WYBE air first on Sunday at 5 p.m., repeating on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. WYBE can be seen on channel 35 and on cable channel 34 in the Greater Philadelphia area.
For more information about The Drexel InterView™, visit http://www.drexel.edu/thedrexelinterview.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
SCDC Information Session Today: Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab
The Steinbright Career Development Center (SCDC) will host the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab (APL) for an information session today, February 25, 2008, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the University Club, 6th floor, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).
The Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a not-for-profit center for engineering, research and development. APL is a division of Johns Hopkins, one of the world's premier research universities. Visit the Web site: http://www.jhuapl.edu/
A complete schedule of all employer information sessions can be found on the SCDC Web site at http://www.drexel.edu/scdc/cd_infosessions.asp. Information sessions provide an excellent opportunity to meet recruiters in small group settings and learn more about employment options as well as enhance students' ability to make a connection that might lead to an interview.
For more information, call the Steinbright Career Development Center at 215-895-2185.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Significantly Discounted Computers for Departmental Purchases
As the fiscal year comes to a close, many departments make plans to purchase computer equipment with year end funds. IRT has secured favorable pricing from Dell and Apple for desktop, laptop and tablet models. Departments are invited to take advantage of the discounts afforded by volume purchasing; unfortunately this offer is not available for personal purchases by faculty, staff or students.
Specifications for the computers are posted on the IRT Web site at http://www.drexel.edu/irt/services/upgradespecs/. P-Card holders can go directly to the Dell Premier Web site, login and see the specs and pricing and place their orders. For Apple products, it is necessary to call University Procurement at 215-895-2876 to receive the pricing and quote numbers before ordering.
If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, contact University Procurement at procurement@drexel.edu.
Offer expires April 30, 2008.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Drexel Transportation is operating a winter shuttle loop on the University City Main Campus through the winter term. This shuttle runs in a continuous loop, approximately every 15 minutes, during the evening hours beginning at 5 p.m. and ending at 8 p.m. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the added loop during the cold weather.
The shuttle picks-up passengers at Caneris Hall (115 N. 32nd Street), Kelly/Myers Quad (34th and Race Streets), and the Creese Student Center (32nd and Chestnut Streets).
The shuttle is sponsored by the Division of Student Life and Administrative Services.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
American Association of University Professors (AAUP) to Meet
The University’s chapter of the AAUP will meet on Tuesday, March 11, 2008, from noon to 1 p.m. in room 8209 of New College Building (245 N.15th Street).
Main topics of discussion will be the corporatization of universities and its effect on faculties, and the relationship of the Drexel AAUP chapter to the state conference and the national office of the AAUP. Additional agenda items will include membership and officers.
Complimentary lunch will be served.
Directions from the University City Main Campus: Take the Drexel shuttle from 33rd and Market Streets to 15th Street. New College Building is on the corner of 15th and Vine Streets.
For more information or to RSVP (before March 4), contact Dr. Gerald Soslau, president, Drexel AAUP at gsoslau@drexelmed.edu.
Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Dr. Richard V. Homan, dean of the Drexel University College of Medicine, was quoted in a story published in the February, 22, 2008 edition of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review about a partnership between the College of Medicine and Robert Morris University. Robert Morris hopes to encourage students to pursue medical studies with a pre-medicine “Scholars-Articulation” program that would give priority admission to the Drexel University College of Medicine. The story also appeared in The Pittsburgh Business Times and MSN Money.com.
Storylink - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Drexel was noted in a Philadelphia Inquirer story published on February 22, 2008, for hosting the Philadelphia Catholic League’s swim championship trials. The trials will be held on March 1.
Storylink - Philadelphia Inquirer
Dr. Kenneth Hartman, director of Drexel University Online, was quoted in a story posted to Emediawire.com announcing National Distance Learning week to be held in November 2008. Hartman will serve as the 2008 National NDLW Committee chairman.
Storylink - Emediawire
A transcript of an interview with Katherine Adams, research coordinator in the School of Public Health, was posted to The American Chronicle Web site. Adams co-authored a book The New Feminized Majority that focuses on a new set of values driving “change” in America, and helps explain why Obama or Clinton will win in November. The Democratic candidates both represent “feminized values.”
Storylink - The American Chronicle
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
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