Friday, May 2, 2008
Friday, May 2, 2008
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01. President Papadakis to Appear on WYBE This Sunday
Topics of the Day
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Institute for Women’s Health and Leadership to Present “A Conversation About Aging”
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This Weekend at the World Cafe Live (Note Drexel Special Offers)
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Philadelphia Orchestra Simulcast Tomorrow Night: Mahler's Symphony of a Thousand
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MEM Spring Seminar Lecture Today: "Synthetic Extracellular Matrix"
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Men’s Lacrosse to Host Hofstra in Championship Finals Tomorrow
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Late Night Series Now Hosted on WKDU-FM
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Center City Campus Free Movie Tonight: 27 Dresses
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Women's Studies Film Tonight: Bandit Queen
10. Dragon Summer Program: Become a Student Mentor
11. CEO Workshop Tomorrow: "Off-campus Leadership Challenge Course"
12. DWIB to Host Fourth Annual Drexel Women in Business Tea
13. Inter-Fraternity Council to Co-host Lung Cancer Awareness Carnival
14. Graduate Student Association to Host "Graduate School: A Contemporary Tribal Society"
15. New Business and Engineering Curriculum Presented Tonight
16. Learn More about MATLAB® at the MathWorks Seminar Day
17. Academic Bistro Menu for the Week of May 5
18. What Are We Thinking Today
19. Drexel News Media Watch
President Papadakis to Appear on WYBE This Sunday
President Constantine Papadakis will be the guest on The Drexel Interview™ on Sunday, May 4, 2008 at 10 a.m. on WYBE.
WYBE programming can be seen on channel 35 and on cable channels 34 and 57 in the Greater Philadelphia area. The Drexel InterView™ is hosted by Dr. Paula Marantz Cohen, distinguished professor of English at Drexel University.
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
Institute for Women's Health and Leadership to Present "A Conversation About Aging"
The Institute for Women’s Health and Leadership at DUCoM will present “A Conversation About Aging with Dignity and Independence” on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. at Moore College of the Arts (20th Street and the Parkway).
This program is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. One of the panelists will be the secretary of the department, Nora Dowd Eisenhower. Mary Ann Kuzma, M.D.; Elizabeth Gonzalez, Ph.D. and Yolanda Heman-Ackah, M.D. will also participate as panelists in a conversation about varied topics on women’s health and aging. Lynn Yeakel, director of the Institute for Women’s Health and Leadership, will moderate the program.
Dinner will follow the program and allow for the opportunity to ask questions of the panelists.
This event is free and open to the public. Register for the event by calling 215-255-7373 or emailing iwhl@drexelmed.edu.Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
This Weekend at the World Cafe Live (Note Drexel Special Offers)
World Cafe Live - Drexel Offers:
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Philadelphia Orchestra Simulcast Tomorrow Night: Mahler's Symphony of a Thousand
The Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design and Pennoni Honors College will host an HD simulcast of Gustav Mahler’s Symphony of a Thousand on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 8 p.m. at Mitchell Auditorium in the Edmund D. Bossone Research Enterprise Center (Market Street between 31st and 32nd Streets).
The simulcast is part of The Philadelphia Orchestra’s Global Concert Series and provides a unique opportunity to see this rarely performed classic broadcast live from a sold-out performance at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia. Mahler’s symphony is described as “half festive church hymn, half romantic fantasy.” The performance is being staged with eight internationally renowned soloists and more than 500 choristers.
The simulcast concert is free for all Drexel students, faculty and staff.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
MEM Spring Seminar Lecture Today: "Synthetic Extracellular Matrix"
The Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics Spring Seminar Series will present “Synthetic Extracellular Matrix as a Tool for Cell Biology and Tissue Engineering” today, May 2, 2008, from 2 to 3 p.m. in the MEM Seminar Room (162 Curtis Hall).
Dr. Hyunjoon Kong (above), assistant professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, will discuss the critical roles of the stiffness of ECM-mimic hydrogels and the nanoscale organization of cell adhesion motifs in regulating cell phenotypes, non-viral gene delivery and tissue development.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Men's Lacrosse to Host Hofstra in Championship Finals Tomorrow
Men’s lacrosse will host Hofstra in the finals of the CAA Championship Tournament on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 5 p.m. at the Vidas Athletic Complex (43rd Street and Powelton Avenue).
The Dragons advanced to the championship game for the first time ever with an 11-5 victory over Villanova in the semifinal on Wednesday, April 26. The winner of the contest will earn a bid to the NCAA Tournament.
Sophomore Colin Ambler led the Dragons with three goals and two assists as his team jumped out to a 7-1 lead and held on for the victory over Villanova. Senior Andrew Chapman also tallied for the Dragons in the win. He is now just one goal shy of scoring 40 for a second straight season.
The championship showdown with Hofstra is a rematch of a thrilling double-overtime Drexel victory against the Pride on March 29. The Dragons rallied from a 7-2 deficit in the game. Chapman scored the game-winner in that contest with 2:41 remaining in the second overtime to give Drexel the 9-8 victory. Drexel is 2-18 all-time against Hofstra, but the Dragons’ two victories over the Pride have come in the teams’ last two meetings.
Individual tickets are $5 for adults and free for children under 12. Students with valid I.D. will also receive free admission. Parking for the event is free at the Vidas Athletic Complex.
There are no advance ticket sales for this game.
Fan Shuttle
A shuttle to bring fans to and from the game will run starting at 3:45 p.m. from the University City Main Campus to the Vidas Athletic Complex (43rd Street and Powelton Avenue), making stops at the Hagerty Library (33rd and Market Streets) and Towers Hall (34th and Arch Streets).
The last shuttle will depart from the complex at 8:30 p.m. following the game.
The contest will also be regionally televised on CN8.
For more information, call Mike Tuberosa, assistant director of athletics for communications at 215-895-1591.Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Late Night Series Now Hosted on WKDU-FM
A taped version of Late Night Series (LNS) Philadelphia, a weekly open-mic sponsored by the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, is now hosted by Lenny Sasso on WKDU-FM every Friday morning from 9:30 to 11 a.m.
LNS is held every Thursday night in the lobby of the Creese Student Center (32nd and Chestnut Streets) and features poetry, spoken word, live music, comedy and drama.
LNS is free and open to the general public.
For more information, email Christina@latenightseries.com or visit http://www.latenightseries.com.Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Center City Campus Free Movie Tonight: 27 Dresses
The Office of Student Life will show the movie 27 Dresses, today, May 2, 2008 at 7 p.m. in Geary B Auditorium, 1st floor, New College Building (245 N. 15th Street).
This screening is free for all students and their guests.
27 Dresses is a charming romantic comedy from the screenwriter of The Devil Wears Prada. Katherine Heigl stars as Jane, a romantic and completely selfless woman who has been a bridesmaid in no less than 27 weddings. Unfortunately, her own happy ending seems to be nowhere in sight. At least, not until her younger sister Tess captures the heart of Jane's boss, on whom Jane has a secret crush. Jane is then inspired to change her "always-a-bridesmaid" destiny.
Visit Student Life's Web site at http://www.drexel.edu/cchc/studentlife/Campus_Life/Free_Movie_Series.html for more information about the free Friday Night Movie Series at the Center City Campus. For more information about the film screenings, call 215-762-1410 or email studentlife.cchc@drexel.edu.Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Women's Studies Film Tonight: Bandit Queen
Voice Interests and Education of Women (VIEW) and the Women's Studies Film Series will present the film Bandit Queen today, May 2, 2008, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Ruth Auditorium, Nesbitt Hall (33rd and Market Streets).
Bandit Queen tells the story of Phoolan Devi, who was sent to prison in 1983 and released in 1994. During the five years she was prosecuted by the Indian police, the Indian press turned her into a modern-day Robin Hood. Phoolan eventually ran for office and became a member of India's parliament.
Students, faculty and staff are invited to join International Area Studies, Africana Studies, Women's Studies and the Office of Multicultural Programs as they present the final film in the Women's Studies 2008 Film Series.
Refreshments will be served.
For more information, email Erik Rau at erau@drexel.edu.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Dragon Summer Program: Become a Student Mentor
The Dragon Summer Program is offering the opportunity for students to get involved as peer mentors during the 2008 Dragon Summer Program for incoming freshmen.
This opportunity will offer students the experience of coaching their peers in the navigation of the University landscape and provide assistance in the teaming process, collaborative communication, social interaction and leadership development. Not only will student mentors help guide incoming freshmen as they acclimatize to the University, they will also develop their interpersonal, communications and management abilities.
This is a paid position.
Position Requirements:
*2.5 G.P.A. and current sophomore standing
*Approximately 6 to 10 free hours per week during the summer term, 2008
Interested students should submit a written response with name, class standing, major and a brief statement, 250 words or less, explaining their interest and qualifications for a mentoring position. Responses should be submitted by email no later than Wednesday, May 7, 2008 to Tasha Gardner at trg23@drexel.edu.
A Dragon Summer Program coordinator will contact prospective mentors for an interview by Friday, May 9.
For more information, email Tasha Gardner at trg23@drexel.edu.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
CEO Workshop Tomorrow: "Off-campus Leadership Challenge Course"
The Office of Campus Activities will present an "Off-campus Leadership Challenge Course" on Saturday, May 3, 2008, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees will meet at the Creese Student Center (32nd and Chestnut Streets) and travel by bus to Villanova University.
This workshop offers a free leadership challenge experience. Come participate with other students in a wide variety of leadership and team-building exercises and games. This workshop is designed for students who want to have fun and actively participate in activities.
A complimentary lunch will be provided. RSVP by sending an email to CEO@drexel.edu.Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
DWIB to Host Fourth Annual Drexel Women in Business Tea
Drexel Women in Business will host the Fourth Annual Drexel Women in Business Tea on Thursday, May 8, 2008, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the third floor living room, The Acorn Club (1519 Locust Street).
The featured speaker, Karen Buchholz, vice president of administration at Comcast Corporation, will discuss Comcast's efforts to go green to protect the environment, and the progress of women in the cable business.
Attendees can network with professionals, students and alumni from the Greater Philadelphia area and enjoy hors d'oeuvres, sweets and gourmet teas.
Space is limited, so registration is required. Register for this free event at http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/event/dwibtea.
For more information, visit DWIB's Web site at http://www.DrexelWIB.com or email Cassandra Brown at cassandra.l.brown@drexel.edu.Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Inter-Fraternity Council to Co-host Lung Cancer Awareness Carnival
The Inter-Fraternity Council, Panhellenic Council and Drexel Athletics will present the Lung Cancer Awareness Carnival on Thursday, May 8, 2008, from noon to 5 p.m. in The Quad (between Chestnut and Market Streets and 32nd and 33rd Streets).
The carnival will offer free food and entertainment, including bouncy boxing, a dunk tank, raffle prizes and music, all in an effort to raise money for Fox Chase Cancer Center and Laura Koch, who was recently diagnosed with stage-four lung cancer.
Koch is a former Drexel soccer player, member of Phi Mu and wife of Steve Koch, associate recreation director in the Department of Athletics. Students are invited to support her fight against cancer.
Raffle items include:
*Philadelphia 76ers Andre Iguodala autographed jerseyFor more information, email Darren D'Achille at dfd25@drexel.edu or check out the event by visiting Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=19110095860.
*Philadelphia Flyers Jeff Carter autographed picture
*Philadelphia Flyers Jason Smith autographed puck
*New Deck Tavern gift cards
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Graduate Student Association to Host "Graduate School: A Contemporary Tribal Society"
The Graduate Student Association and the Office of Graduate Studies will host a "working lunch" panel discussion, "Graduate School: A Contemporary Tribal Society," on Monday, May 5, 2008, from noon to 1:30 p.m. in room 208, Matheson Hall (32nd and Market Streets).
Authentic tribal drumming will take place from 11:55 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Students are invited to join the discussion about creativity, collaboration and innovation.
The discussion leader will be Dr. Wes Shumar (above), professor of anthropology, Department of Culture and Communication.
Panelists:
Dr. R. Keith Sawyer, professor of psychology and education, Washington University
Dr. Kenneth Blank, vice provost for research, Drexel University
Dr. V. K. Narayanan, Stubbs Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship and associate dean for research, LeBow College of Business
A book signing will follow the event at 1:30 p.m., during which attendees may meet Dr. Sawyer and purchase a copy of his new, award-winning book Group Genius: The Creative Power of Collaboration.
Because the room has a maximum capacity of 92 occupants, students are encouraged to sign up now. To sign up, visit the GSA Web site at http://www.pages.drexel.edu/~dsogsa/.
For more information, email sks48@drexel.edu.Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
New Business and Engineering Curriculum Presented Tonight
The LeBow Engineering Center (above) will present the new curriculum for the major in Business and Engineering today, May 2, 2008, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in room 102, Leonard Pearlstein Business Learning Center (33rd and Market Streets).
Dr. George P. Tsetsekos, dean of LeBow College; Dr. Darrell Radson, chair, Department of Decision Sciences; business and engineering alumni, faculty and the host committee will unveil the new curriculum (formerly known as Commerce and Engineering).The evening will feature an alumni panel discussion and highlight the accomplishments of alumni and faculty.
A networking reception will follow.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Learn More about MATLAB® at the MathWorks Seminar Day
New licensing arrangements now make MATLAB® and Simulink® freely available to all students on campus through the Computer Marketplace on the IRT Web site. In an effort to help students see the power of these applications and how they may use them MathWorks, the developers of MATLAB®, will be on campus for a MathWorks Day Seminar on Wednesday, May 7, 2008, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Hill Conference Room, LeBow Engineering Center (31st and Market Streets).
There will be two sessions:
Session 1 will begin at 9:30 a.m. and Session 2 will begin at 1 p.m.
MathWorks representatives will demonstrate how MATLAB® and Simulink® can be used as flexible platforms for technical computing and application development in engineering, math and science curricula and research.
Technical computing with MATLAB® and Simulink® includes the topics data analysis; GUI building; parallel computing and image processing and modeling dynamic systems.
Students are encouraged to attend to learn how the capabilities of MATLAB® can apply in their engineering, science and math curricula.
A complimentary lunch will be provided.
Register in advance for the seminars at http://www.mathworks.com/seminars/du0508. Walk-ins will be welcome as well.
For more information, email Scott Benway at Scott.Benway@mathworks.com.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Academic Bistro Menu for the Week of May 5
The schedule of menu offerings for the week of May 5 is as follows:
Lunch - $9 per person, noon seating
Tuesday, May 6
Mexican Fiesta
*Mexican Bean Salad in a tortilla bowl with spicy red wine vinaigrette
*Cilantro, lime and cumin seasoned chicken and vegetable brochettes and Spanish rice
*Baked plantains with cream cheese topping and strawberries
Wednesday, May 7
Italy at Drexel
*Grilled vegetable salad fontina cheese and roasted garlic dressing
*Fusilli pasta, sweet Italian sausage, tomato Marsala sauce
*Zabaglione, pizzelles and strawberries
Friday, May 9
Flavors and Flowers
*Caramelized walnut, goat cheese and arugula salad
*Grilled salmon sandwiches with vegetable chips and minted mango salsa
*Plum tart with vanilla bean ice cream
A’la Carte - $10 per person, noon to 12:45 p.m. seating
Thursday, May 8
Select from a three-course menu — changes weekly
*Includes beverage and tax.
Dinner - $18 per person, 6:30 p.m. seating
Tuesday, May 6
Spring Dinner
*Steamed dumpling with sweet chili sauceSenior Design Dinner - $25 per person, 6:30 p.m. seating
*Crisp calamari salad with chayote squash and a spicy citrus dressing
*Seared ahi tuna with wasabi mashed potatoes, soy ginger glaze and wasabi cream
*Tempura bananas with green tea ice cream
Thursday, May 8
Spring Picnic
Canapés:
*Marinated Crimini mushroom stuffed with herbed goat cheese
*Deviled quail egg topped with caviar in an onion nest
*Pickled strawberry in a cucumber bouquet
*Cream of crab soup garnished with tempura crab
*Tomato pasta, yellow squash and zucchini noodles tossed in sherry vinaigrette
*Poached venison with grilled asparagus, ramps and shitakes drizzled with a red wine reduction
Dessert Trio:To make a reservation, call Adrienne Hall at 215-895-5872. Reserve now, as seating is limited.
*Carrot cake with cream cheese icing and walnut sauce
*Cinnamon ice cream with a sweet carrot swirl
*Orange crème brulee
Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
The May 2, 2008, edition of What Are We Thinking on WHYY 91FM (90.9), will feature a discussion about the latest Gallup numbers in response to questions about:
Lingering concerns about the economy and the effects on the Obama campaign from Reverend Jeremiah Wright's most recent remarks.
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.
For more information about the program What Are We Thinking, visit http://whyy.org .
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
The naming of Drexel's law school in honor of philanthropist Earle Mack, '59, has received widespread coverage. A Philadelphia Business Journal story was syndicated in the Washington Business Journal, Charlotte Business Journal (N.C.) and Milwaukee Business Journal on April 30, 2008. Another story was published on EarthTimes.org, RedOrbit.com, Digital50.com, PR-Inside.com and Ad-Hoc-News.de on May 1. WPVI-TV (ABC-6) and KYW-AM (1060) broadcast stories May 1 about the naming.
StoryLink - Washington Business Journal
StoryLink - EarthTimes.org
Drexel's Mandell Professionals in Residence Project (MPiRP) is featured in a Philadelphia Inquirer story published May 1, 2008, for its collaboration with New Paradise Laboratories on the play “PROM.” Nick Anselmo, director of MPiRP, is quoted in the story.
StoryLink - Philadelphia Inquirer
Erica Hession, a junior majoring in entrepreneurship, is quoted in a Philadelphia Inquirer story published May 1, 2008, about the U.S. government's economic stimulus checks. Hession offered suggestions on what she would do if she owned different kinds of businesses
StoryLink - Philadelphia Inquirer
The Internet Public Library, which Drexel hosts, in noted in Town Talk News (Holmes, Pa.) on April 29, 2008.
StoryLink - Town Talk News
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
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