Friday, April 18, 2008

Quote of the Day
"The best way out is always through."
-Robert Frost

Hot Topic
01. Drexel Dems Discussion Today: Obama and Clinton on the Issues

Green Topics
02. Calling All Artists: Deadline Today for Earth Day Contest
03. Earth Week Clothing Swap

Topics of the Day
04. Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics Lecture Today
05. Deadline Approaching: Seniors Nominate Your High School Teacher for a $2,000 Award
06. Bread and Puppet Theater Company to Perform on the Quad This Weekend
07. Business Plan Development Workshop Series Tomorrow
08. What Are We Thinking About Today: Higher Taxes for the Rich? Catholics, the Pope and Politics?
09. Student Life Awards Deadline Today
10. Registration Deadline Today: Inspire a Child to Dream Day
11. Tickets Now on Sale for New Paradise Laboratories' PROM
12. 2008 Kosher for Passover Meals and Seder Information
13. Center City Campus Free Movie Tonight: The 11th Hour
14. CoAS to Present Dean's Seminar: "Neighborhoods of the Universe"
15. Academic Bistro Menus for Next Week
16. World Fusion Fest Events for Today and Tomorrow
17. Info Session on Westphal College Graduate Programs
18. Drexel News Media Watch

 
Drexel Dems Discussion Today: Obama and Clinton on the Issues

The Drexel Democrats will host a discussion today, April 18, 2008, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Living Arts Lounge adjacent to Mandell Theater (33rd and Chestnut streets).

This discussion will focus on the policies of the Democratic candidates, Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, and the differences between them.

The purpose of the event is to open discussion between the panel and audience and answer any questions about the candidates before the Pennsylvania primary on April 22.

Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services

 
Calling All Artists: Deadline Today for Earth Day Contest

Global warming. Factory farming. Vanishing bees. Endangered animals. Mother Earth needs your help now.

W. W. Hagerty Library and the Environmental Sustainability Living Learning Community invite students to use their creativity to promote environmental awareness and education by participating in the Earth Day Art Contest.

All works (paintings, drawings, photographs, sculpture and mixed-media) should be submitted no later than 3 p.m. today, April 18, 2008, to room 203 in Hagerty Library (33rd and Market Streets).

Drexel students will serve as judges. They’re looking for creativity, originality and passion. Surprise them; the sky’s the limit!

Winning entries will be exhibited in Hagerty Library and prizes will be awarded to the artists.

For the full calendar of Earth Week events, visit http://www.drexel.edu/sustainability/events.htm.

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
Earth Week Clothing Swap

Drexel Green, the University's sustainability iniative, is sponsoring an Earth Week Clothing Swap on Monday, April 21, 2008, from 2 to 6 p.m. on the Quad (between 32nd and 33rd Streets and Chestnut and Market Streets).

Members of the University community can bring unwanted items of clothing and take whatever they choose. In order to take something, one must give something. Everything that is left over at the end of the day will be donated to the Salvation Army.

For more information, email Megan Wilson at mlw62@drexel.edu.

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics Lecture Today

The Department of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics will present a lecture, "Mechanobiology of Microbubble-induced Cellular Injury in the Pulmonary System,” today, April 18, 2008, from 2 to 3 p.m. in room 162, Curtis Hall (32nd and Chestnut Streets).

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
Deadline Approaching: Seniors Nominate Your High School Teacher for a $2,000 Award

Drexel values the high school teachers who have inspired our graduates. All seniors who will graduate in June 2008 are invited to nominate a high school teacher who inspired them to pursue their college studies. The nominees must still be teaching.

Honorees will receive an expense-paid trip to Philadelphia for two. They will attend pre-Commencement activities and be recognized at the Commencement ceremony of their nominating students. Each honoree will receive a $2,000 prize and a $2,000 donation will be made to the winning teachers' schools.

The deadline for nominations for this year’s Behind Every Graduate Awards is Friday, April 25, 2008.

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
Bread and Puppet Theater Company to Perform on the Quad This Weekend

The Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design will present the Bread and Puppet Theater Company in a performance of the “Divine Reality Comedy Circus” on Saturday, April 19, 2008, at 4 p.m. on the Quad (between Chestnut and Market Streets and 32nd and 33rd Streets).

Here for a two-day residency, the unique Bread and Puppet Theater Company is also holding workshops for students that teach the art of street theater, including how to create puppets and how to generate public awareness for a cause.

The theater company has performed for over 40 years, from the spectacle of its larger-than-life puppets at Vietnam War protests in New York City to the pageantry of its long-running (over 25 years) annual event, "Our Domestic Resurrection Circus" in Glover, Vermont.

The performance is free and open to the public.                         

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
Business Plan Development Workshop Series Tomorrow

The Laurence A. Baiada Center for Entrepreneurship in Technology is hosting its spring/summer workshop series every Saturday morning through May 3, 2008 in the Baiada Center (ground floor, 3225 Arch Street).

Sessions kick-off at 9:30 a.m. with a continental breakfast, and instruction begins promptly at 10 a.m.

The Baiada Center's Business Plan Development Workshops are designed for Drexel student teams who are developing business plans for submission to the 2008 Business Plan Competition. Individual and group support is provided by the Baiada team of mentors throughout this series.

Winning teams in the 2008 competition will be awarded $1,000 in cash and may be given the opportunity to compete in the Baiada Incubator Competition, where cash and in-kind prizes of more than $75,000 will be awarded.

Visit http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Centers/Baiada/BusinessPlan/Workshops.php to download presentations and register for each workshop. 

The 2008 Business Plan Competition is open to all Drexel students who meet qualifying requirements. Visit http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Centers/Baiada/BusinessPlan/phaseII.php to register the intent to compete and review complete competition guidelines.

For more information, email Terri McIlhenney at terrim@drexel.edu.

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
What Are We Thinking Today: Higher Taxes for the Rich? Catholics, the Pope and Politics?

The April 18, 2008, edition of What Are We Thinking on WHYY 91FM (90.9), will feature a discussion about the latest Gallup numbers in response to these questions:

Both Democratic candidates in the debate in Philadelphia this week talked about higher taxes for those in upper income groups. Do most Americans favor higher taxes for the rich?
 
Pope Benedict arrived in the U.S. this week, greeted by President Bush.  Where do Catholics stand politically today?

What Are We Thinking is produced by WHYY and the Gallup Organization. It airs every Friday on WHYY 91FM in Philadelphia at 1:30 p.m. and again at 6:20 p.m. The program is made possible, in part, by Drexel University.

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
Student Life Awards Deadline Today

The deadline to apply for the Student Life Awards is today, April 18, 2008, so be sure to submit an application for recognition of achievements.

USGA and Student Life will be recognizing students and student organizations for their accomplishments in leadership, community service, service to commuters, spirituality, academics and much more on Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at the Annual Student Life Banquet. To find out how to attend this banquet as a recipient, and for more information about the individual and student organization awards that can be applied for, visit http://www.drexel.edu/studentlife/annualawards and click on "Applications."

Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services

 
Registration Deadline Today: Inspire a Child to Dream Day

Inspire a Child to Dream Day (Take Your Daughter/Son to Work Day) will be held on the University City Main Campus on Thursday, April 24, 2008.

The program includes group sessions and programs organized by various University departments. Breakfast and lunch will be provided for all participating children. Inspire a Child to Dream Day is open to the children (ages 8-14) and family members of all Drexel faculty and staff.

To register a child for Inspire a Child to Dream Day, download and complete the registration and parental consent forms (both required) at http://www.drexel.edu/eo/inspirechild.htm.

All forms should be submitted to Jennifer Jerdon in the Office of Equality and Diversity, 3201 Arch Street, Suite 210. Registration deadline is today, April 18.

Faculty, staff and student volunteers are still needed to host activities and escort children. If anyone (or his/her department) would like to host an activity for Inspire a Child to Dream Day or become a student volunteer, email Jennifer Jerdon at jj329@drexel.edu or call 215-895-1405.

Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services

 
Tickets Now on Sale for New Paradise Laboratories' PROM

As part of the Mandell Professionals in Residence Project (MPiRP), New Paradise Laboratories will present its Philadelphia premiere of PROM from Thursday, May 1 through Sunday, May 11, 2008, at Mandell Theater (33rd and Chestnut Streets).

PROM is the rite-of-passage celebration that is everyone's high school prom turned inside-out at breakneck speed by New Paradise Laboratories. Staged as a sporting event, students vs. chaperones, PROM is a bittersweet, wickedly funny, thoughtful barrage of questions and outrageous imagery set against a fantastic wall of music.

Tickets are $20; $12 for students and $7 for students, faculty and staff with a valid Drexel I.D.

 For a complete schedule of performances or to purchase tickets online, visit http://www.newparadiselaboratories.org. Tickets can also be purchased by calling 215-923-0334.

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
2008 Kosher for Passover Meals and Seder Information

This year, the Passover holiday will be observed from Saturday, April 19 through Sunday, April 27.  The University community is invited to join Hillel on Sunday, April 20, 2008, at 7 p.m. for the 2nd Night Seder in Behrakis Grand Hall (32nd and Chestnut Streets).

Kosher for Passover meals will be served from lunch on Sunday, April 20 to lunch on Sunday, April 27 in the Private Dining Room, Handschumacher Dining Center (32nd and Market Streets).

Undergraduate students who are hosting their own 1st Night Seder on Saturday night can email Jpeskin@drexel.edu for information about Seder-To-Go kits.

Passover lunch will be from noon to 2 p.m. and will cost $8. Dinner will be from 5 to 8 p.m. and will cost $9. The cost for the 2nd Night Seder is $12 and includes a four-course meal.

Discounts are available for students on the Gold Meal Plan and for students that RSVP in advance.

Additional information and payment options are available at http://www.drexelhillel.org. Click on the Matzah.

For more information, email Jody at Jpeskin@drexel.edu.

Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services

 
Center City Campus Free Movie Tonight: The 11th Hour

The Office of University Student Life will show the movie The 11th Hour at the Center City Hahnemann Campus today, April 18, 2008 at 7 p.m. in Geary B Auditorium, first floor of the New College Building (245 N. 15th Street).

This movie screening is free for all students and their guests.

The 11th Hour is a documentary from well-known activist and actor Leonardo DiCaprio that examines the state of the global environment with renewed energy in the wake of recent natural disasters. Included are interviews with over 50 leading scientists, thinkers and leaders who discuss their visionary and practical solutions for restoring the planet's beleaguered ecosystems.

Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services

 
CoAS to Present Dean's Seminar: "Neighborhoods of the Universe"

The College of Arts and Sciences Dean's Seminar Series will present "Neighborhoods of the Universe" on Wednesday, April 23, 2008, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in room 109, Disque Hall (32nd Street between Market and Chestnut Streets). 

Dr. Michael Vogeley, associate professor in the Department of Physics will discuss the Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS). The SDSS reveals the complex structure of galaxy groups, clusters, superclusters and voids that fill the nearest billion light years of space. These different cosmic neighborhoods - the cities, suburbs, and rural outposts of the universe – strongly influence the properties of the galaxies that inhabit them. The cosmic census provided by the SDSS, which includes color images and detailed spectra of nearly a million galaxies, allows us to quantify how the shapes and star formation histories of galaxies vary among these environments.

This event is free and open to students, faculty and staff.  Refreshments will be served.

Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost

 
Academic Bistro Menus for Next Week

Menus from Tuesday, April 22 through Friday, April 25, 2008:

Lunch - $9 per person, noon seating

Tuesday, April 22
Taste of Italy Theme

Wednesday, April 23
Spring Picnic Theme

*Picnic Sampler – Deviled Eggs, Pickled Cucumbers and Marinated Mushrooms over Boston   Bibb and Arugula with Lemon-Mustard Dressing     
*Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich with Caramelized Onions, Roasted Red Peppers, Monterey Jack Cheese and Pesto Aioli, side of Pasta Salad and Homemade Potato Chips
*Fresh Fruit Salad, Honey-Lime Dressing
*Vanilla Flower Cookie

Friday, April 25
Spring Lunch Theme

A’la Carte - $10 per person, noon to 12:45 p.m. seating

Thursday, April 24
Select from a three course menu—changes weekly.

*Includes beverage and tax.

Dinner - $18 per person, 6:30 p.m. seating

Tuesday April 22

*New Zealand Green Lip Mussels Amusebouche
*Beets Three Ways          
*Filo Wrapped Halibut
*Caramelized Pear tart

Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost

 
World Fusion Fest Events for Today and Tomorrow

Friday, April 18

International Movie Bride and Prejudice (India)
University Club, 6th floor, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Market Streets) noon to 2:30 p.m. Sponsored by VOICE.

Facilitator: Dr. Paula Marantz Cohen

Jane Austen's classic tale of Ms. Elizabeth Bennett and Mr. Darcy gets a Bollywood update by director Gurinder Chadha. Bride and Prejudice tells the tale of the Bakshis and their mother's incessant goal in marrying off her four daughters. When two rich single men, Balraj and Darcy come in to town the Bakshis have high hopes, though circumstance and boorish opinions threaten to get in the way of romance.

For more information, email Megan Kohr at mmk59@drexel.edu.

This program counts towards CEO accreditation.

Mini Cricket World Series
Buckley Recreational Field (33rd and Arch Streets), 6 to 10 p.m. Co-Sponsored by Drexel Athletics and Cricket Club

Cricket is a favorite sport internationally. Learn the basics and play with Drexel's best players. For more information, email Dan Simmons at des26@drexel.edu.

Save Darfur
Van Rensselaer Living Room (3320 Powelton Avenue), 1 to 3:30 p.m. Sponsored by the English Language Center.

Learn about the human rights crisis in Darfur and explore the diverse and rich culture of the country of Sudan.

Dr. Abdelgabr Adam, president of the Darfur Human Rights Organization of the USA, will speak on the human rights crisis in Darfur, Sudan. The lecture will be followed by an opportunity to taste authentic Sudanese cuisine. Minimum donation is $5. Those individuals interested in attending this event should email eaa24@drexel.edu.

"Nasha: A Cultural Showcase"
Main Auditorium and Great Court, Main Building (32nd and Chestnut Streets), 6 p.m. Sponsored by DISHA and in association with Pragathi and Indian Graduate Student Association

Saturday, April 19

Soccer Tournament
Buckley Recreation Field (33rd and Arch Streets), noon to 6 p.m. Co-Sponsored by the Drexel Athletics and Women’s Soccer Club

Soccer is the most popular international sport. Drexel students are invited to come and see which team will be crowned the champion soccer team. For more information, email Dan Simmons at des26@drexel.edu.

Outreach to Kenyon Orphanage

Pistis Orphanage Community Project
Hill Conference Room, Leonard Pearlstein Business Learning Center (33rd and Market Streets), noon to 2 p.m. Co-sponsored by Zeta Theta Chapter of Alpha Phi Omega, Pennoni Honors College, and Center for Civic Engagement

The Pistis Academy and Orphanage in Nakuru, Kenya is a non-profit organization that has, for the last ten years, housed and educated the street children of Kenya. The Zeta Theta Chapter of Alpha Phi Omega sponsors a service project to help to better the lives and lift the spirits of the 200 children at Pistis. The event includes a letter writing session for students here to reach out and give words of encouragement to these children. Come and write to these students and offer kind words and support; supplies (paper, pens, arts and crafts materials, envelopes, etc.) will be available for Drexel students.

Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services

 
Info Session on Westphal College Graduate Programs

The Campus Visit Team and the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design will present a graduate programs information session on Tuesday, April 29, 2008, from 5:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Nesbitt Hall (33rd and Market Streets).

This session will provide prospective graduate students with information about the admissions process as well as an opportunity to meet with representatives from the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design's graduate programs in Arts Administration, Digital Media, Fashion Design, Interior Design and Television Management.
 
More information is available at http://deptapp1.drexel.edu/em/events/detail.aspx?ID=1285 or you may contact Janeen Chavis in the Office of Enrollment Management at 215-895-6718 or janeen@drexel.edu.

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

 
Drexel News Media Watch

Dr. William Rosenberg, professor of political science, commented on WGAL-TV (NBC-Lancaster, Pa.) on April 16, 2008, on Wednesday’s Democratic presidential candidates debate at the National Constitution Center. The story was syndicated on WAPT-TV (ABC-Jackson, Miss.), WCVB-TV (ABC-Boston), WLKY-TV (ABC-Louisville, Ky.) and WMUR-TV (ABC-Boston). Dr. Rosenberg also was interviewed on POTUS’ (XM Radio) “The Press Pool with Tim Farley” on April 16, 2008.

Buzzing 4 Change, a fundraiser held in the Quad on Wednesday to benefit Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania and Locks of Love, was featured on KYW-TV (CBS-3), WCAU-TV (NBC-10), WPHL-TV (17) and WPSG-TV (CW-57). on April 16 and 17, 2008.
Storylink - KYW-TV (CBS-3)

Chelsea Clinton’s visit to the College of Law library is noted in The Philadelphia Inquirer on April 17, 2008.
Storylink - The Philadelphia Inquirer

The Philadelphia Inquirer notes a recent voter-registration rally with Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes held in the Quad in a story published April 17, 2008, about political activism on college campuses.
Storylink - The Philadelphia Inquirer

Drexel continues to be noted as the host of the October 30, 2007, Democratic presidential candidates debate. The University is cited in The Washington Post on April 17, 2008. The story was syndicated in the Concord Monitor (New Hampshire).
Storylink - The Washington Post

Drexel continues to be noted as host of a FIRST Regional Robotics Competition on March 28 and 29. The Democrat & Chronicle (Rochester, N.Y.) cites the University on April 17, 2008.
Storylink - The Democrat & Chronicle

A Philadelphia Inquirer profile of fashion designer and alumna Megan Stein, Class of ’06, was syndicated in the Tribune (San Luis Obispo, Calif.), Centre Daily Times (State College, Pa.) and Island Packet (Bluffton, S.C.) on April 16, 2008. Renee Weiss Chase, professor of fashion design, is quoted in the story.
Storylink - Tribune

Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations

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