Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Quote of the Day
"Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower."
- Steve Jobs

Hot Topic
1. An Evening of Cretan Culture Tonight

Topics of the Day
02. DUCoM Team Places Third in National “Medical Jeopardy”
03. Lecture Today: "From Protein Mimetics to Cellular Transport Agents"
04. International Café Today: "Fish and Lamb: What's a Fashion Designer to Do?"
05. DCAE to Host Guest Speaker Sessions: "Supporting Our Mid-career Faculty Colleagues"
06. Screening Tonight: Burning the Future: Coal in America
07. Biomedical Engineering Society to Cohost Biomed Festival
08. Tonight at the World Cafe Live
09. Panel Today: Career and Co-op Opportunities with Sunoco
10. Forum Today: Pharmaceutical Leadership
11. Save the Date: 29th Annual Drexel Fashion Show on May 28
12. AAUP to Hold Its Next Meeting May 29
13. Johnson & Johnson Ice Cream Social Today
14. Food Scientist and Drexel Alumnus to Speak at Academic Bistro
15. German Day Info Session: Study Abroad in Germany
16. Executive Forum for IT Security Today
17. Benefits Buzz Today: "Stress Buster"
18. Quizzo Tonight at Ross Commons
19. Grand Opening of Thirty-One 41 Café Today
20. Beta Testing of New Game Tonight: Renown
21. Drexel News Media Watch

 
An Evening of Cretan Culture Tonight

The Office the President, the Greek Studies and Culinary Arts Programs and Creta-Farms will present an evening of Cretan culture today, May 21, 2008 at 6 p.m. at the Academic Bistro, 6th floor, Academic Building (33rd and Arch Streets).

The evening will celebrate the publication of Unraveling Ariadne's Thread: Cretan Music by Dr. Maria Hnaraki, director of Greek Studies. It will also mark the inauguration of the Drexel University Greek Alumni Association.

This event is free and open to the public.

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

 
DUCoM Team Places Third in National "Medical Jeopardy"

Dr. Richard V. Homan, dean of the Drexel University College of Medicine, announced that a team of internal medicine residents from DUCoM placed third in the national “Medical Jeopardy” competition held from Thursday, May 15 to Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the American College of Physicians annual meeting in Washington, D.C.

Drexel University College of Medicine team members include Petros Grivas, Joseph Vadakara, Gayathri Nagaraj and Vaibhab Sahni. Chief resident Archana Gowda serves as the team’s coach and instructor.

The national “Medical Jeopardy” competition pits teams of residents and fellows against each other in a test of medical knowledge. After winning big victories in the first round and semifinal, the Drexel team, representing the state of Pennsylvania, qualified for the final four. The team led the final game from the beginning until the final question, but lost the final question, enabling two other teams to double their points and take first and second in the national competition.

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

 
Lecture Today: "From Protein Mimetics to Cellular Transport Agents"

The Department of Chemistry will present "From Protein Mimetics to Cellular Transport Agents" today, May 21, 2008 at 11 a.m. in room 109, Disque Hall (32nd Street between Market and Chestnut Streets).

David Smithrud (above), professor, Department of Chemistry, University of Cincinnati, will be the speaker.

Seminar topics include a brief discussion on molecular recognition, the unique architecture of host-rotaxanes, which controls the spatial arrangement of functional groups and the latest results in the transport of materials into cells.

Refreshments will be served. This event is open to the public.

Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost

 
International Café Today: "Fish and Lamb: What's a Fashion Designer to Do?"

The College of Arts and Sciences and International Area Studies will present the May International Café today, May 21, 2008, from 2 to 3 p.m. in room 2020, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).

Anne Cecil, director of Design and Merchandizing, will present "Fish and Lamb: What's a Fashion Designer to Do? Icelandic Fashion, Nature and Identity." Cecil will show a multimedia presentation based on her trip to Iceland to study its fashion and youth culture.

Refreshments will be provided.

Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost

 
DCAE to Host Guest Speaker Sessions: "Supporting Our Mid-career Faculty Colleagues"

The Drexel Center for Academic Excellence (DCAE) will present campus guests Dr. Roger Baldwin (above left), professor, higher education administration, Michigan State University; and Dr. Deborah DeZure (above right), assistant provost, Michigan State University, on Friday, May 23, 2008, in Behrakis Grand Hall (32nd and Chestnut Streets).

Dr. Baldwin and Dr. DeZure will share their research and the challenges, needs and experiences of mid-career faculty.

To attend, choose from one of two identical sessions:

• Session 1 - 8:30 to 11 a.m.
• Session 2 - 1:30 to 4 p.m.

RSVP to Antonis Asprakis by calling 215-895-4973 or by emailing aja22@drexel.edu. The RSVP deadline has been extended to Wednesday, May 21.

Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost

 
Screening Tonight: Burning the Future: Coal in America

The Drexel Sierra Club and Campus Progress will host a screening of the film Burning the Future: Coal in America today, May 21, 2008 from 8 to 10 p.m. in The Quad (between Chestnut and Market Streets and 32nd and 33rd Streets).

Rain date: Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at the same time and place.

Complimentary pizza and popcorn will be provided.

To see the film trailer, visit http://www.burningthefuture.org/movietrailer.cfm.

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

 
Biomedical Engineering Society to Co-host Biomed Festival

The Biomedical Engineering Society, the Drexel Biomedical Undergraduate Association and the Drexel Biomedical Graduate Association will host the 2008 End of Year Biomed Festival on Friday, May 30, 2008, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Cavanaugh's River Deck (417 N. Columbus Boulevard).

The event will feature salsa dancing lessons, faculty roasting and many more activities.

All students, not just biomed engineers, are welcome.

Tickets are $10 at the Biomed Office on the 7th floor of the Edmund D. Bossone Research Enterprise Center (Market Street between 31st and 32nd Streets) and $15 at the door (on a first-come, first-served basis).

Guests can also RSVP by emailing biomedfestival2008@gmail.com.

There will be shuttles running from Bossone to Cavanaugh's River Deck.

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

 
Tonight at the World Cafe Live

7:30 p.m.
Y-Rock on XPN Welcomes Laura Veirs with Liam Finn - Downstairs

On her third Nonesuch release, Saltbreakers, singer-songwriter Laura Veirs remains tantalized by the mysteries and marvels of the natural world, filling her work with images, both precise and poetic, of the ocean and the stars. Although Liam Finn's I'll Be Lightning is his solo debut, he is a seasoned recording and touring artist. For more information about this show, visit http://tickets.worldcafelive.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=2404.

8 p.m.
Paddy Keenan: King of the Pipers - Upstairs

For more information about this show, visit http://tickets.worldcafelive.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=2393.

World Cafe Live – Drexel Special Offers:

• 10% off food and beverage minimum for private events.
• 15% discount on lunch or dinner (for faculty and students).
• Ticket discount for Drexel students - $3 off tickets from $11-$15, $4 off tickets from $16-$25, and $5 off tickets more than $26 (Downstairs shows only).

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

 
Panel Today: Career and Co-op Opportunities with Sunoco

Drexel AIChE will host a panel of Sunoco representatives, including Drexel alumni, today, May 21, 2008 at 6 p.m. in room 240, LeBow Engineering Center (31st and Market Streets).

Questions about career and co-op opportunities will be answered. Panelists will share career advice and personal experiences in the field of chemical engineering.

All students are welcome to attend. Pizza and refreshments will be provided.

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

 
Forum Today: Pharmaceutical Leadership

LeBow College of Business will present the Pharmaceutical Leadership Forum with David Elkins, CFO and VP, AstraZeneca, North America, today, May 21, 2008, from 6 to 8 p.m. in room 102, Leonard Pearlstein Business Learning Center (33rd and Market Streets).

Elkins will present "Rx for Success: What a Career in Pharma Can Do for You." Elkins, a member of AstraZeneca's U.S. Leadership Team, holds responsibility for all finance, information technology and investor relations matters in North America. He is also a member of the board of directors for MedImmune Inc., a subsidiary of AstraZeneca.

To register, visit http://www.lebow.drexel.edu/Event/1710.

Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost

 
Save the Date: 29th Annual Drexel Fashion Show on May 28

The Fashion Design and Design & Merchandising Programs in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design will present the 29th annual Drexel Fashion Show on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at 5 p.m. and at 8 p.m. at the Wanamaker Building (100 Penn Square East).

Evening wear, men’s and women’s sportswear, children’s wear, swim wear and lingerie from the collections of graduating students in fashion design will be modeled on the runway by professional models.

Students from the Design & Merchandising Program produce the annual Drexel Fashion Show as well as the full-color d&m Magazine, created expressly for the show.

Prizes for top collections and single designs are awarded by major designers and retailers, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Lily Pulitzer, Motherswork and Joan Shepp. 

Tickets are $25 for the 5 p.m. show and $50 for the 8 p.m. show, which includes a reception.

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

 
AAUP to Hold Its Next Meeting May 29

The Drexel chapter of the American Association of University Professors will hold its next meeting on Thursday, May 29, 2008 in room 519, Nesbitt Hall (33rd and Market Streets). Lunch will be served.

Topics of Discussion:

• The Role of the AAUP at Drexel
• Relationship of the University chapter, state conference and the national AAUP office

SVP by emailing Dr. Gerald Soslau, president, Drexel chapter of AAUP at gsoslau@drexelmed.edu. RSVPs are requested by May 26.

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

 
Johnson & Johnson Ice Cream Social Today

Representatives from Johnson & Johnson will host the second annual Johnson & Johnson Ice Cream Social today, May 21, 2008, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the 3rd floor atrium, Edmund D. Bossone Research Enterprise Center (Market Street between 31st and 32nd Street).

Students can make their own ice cream sundaes and network with representatives from Johnson & Johnson, including Dominic Caruso (’80), CFO and a Drexel alumnus.

Students will learn about Johnson & Johnson, have an opportunity to ask questions, enjoy networking with fellow students and company representatives and have multiple chances to win prizes.

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

 
Food Scientist and Drexel Alumnus to Speak at Academic Bistro

Goodwin College’s Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Culinary Science, and Food Science Programs will host a presentation, “From Pop Rocks to MooBella: Bringing New Food Products to the Market,” with food scientist Dr. Marv Rudolph on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 5 p.m. at the Academic Bistro on the 6th floor of the Academic Building (33rd and Arch Streets).

Dr. Rudolph, director of food science for MooBella, LLC, is a renowned innovator behind many well-known brand name products for some of the world’s leading food companies. He received his B.S. (’67) and Ph.D. (’71) in physical chemistry from Drexel.

In his 35 years as a food scientist, Dr. Rudolph has been associated with some of the country’s leading corporations, including Pepsico, Columbo and Kellogg’s and is an innovator behind products including Slim Fast® meal replacement beverages and nutrition bars, Ragú® pasta sauces, Adolph’s® meat tenderizers and marinades, and the popular carbonated candy, Pop Rocks®. At MooBella, he has been instrumental in the distribution of a new vending machine that produces a scoop of fresh ice cream in 45 seconds with a choice of 12 flavors and three toppings.

A reception will follow the talk.

All members of the Drexel community are invited to attend.

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

 
German Day Info Session: Study Abroad in Germany

The Drexel Study Abroad Office, as well as representatives from partner schools in Germany, will host an information session on German Day, Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. in room 5051A, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).

Co-op students interested in all things German and in finding out how to study and find a co-op in Germany should attend this information session.

Light refreshments will be served.

Can't make the meeting? Check out the Study Abroad Web site at http://www.drexel.edu/studyabroad to learn more about this opportunity as well as the many other programs that are open to Drexel students.

Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost

 
Executive Forum for IT Security Today

The College of Information Science and Technology, the iSchool at Drexel, is partnering with IP3, Inc., the nation's leader in information assurance and information security education and research, to present the second of a two-day technical workshop for corporate IT security directors, "Strategy to Reality: Don't Look Back," today, May 21, 2008 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Living Arts Lounge adjacent to Mandell Theater, Creese Student Center (33rd and Chestnut Streets).

This intensive two-day workshop will offer an environment for dialogue and collaboration among researchers in academics, IT administrators and professionals in the industry. The seminar provides a balance of theory and real-case scenarios demonstrating how security systems have been breached and solutions available to prevent breaches from happening.

The two-day seminar is open to cyber-security professionals, including business continuity professionals, IT managers, systems administrators, auditors, CEOs, analysts, engineers, policy makers and information security professionals.

Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost

 
Benefits Buzz Today: "Stress Buster"

Human Resources will host "Stress Buster with Penn Behavioral Health" today, May 21, 2008 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Center City Hahnemann Campus in room 105, Bellet Building (1505 Race Street).

The next Benefits Buzz session, "Learn the ABC's of IBC (Keystone POS and Personal Choice)," will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at the same time and location.

Benefits Buzz is an informal weekly meeting that answers questions and provides information about Drexel benefits. Human Resources representatives will be available to present information and answer questions from faculty and staff.

Approved under the authority of Adele T. Barbato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources

 
Quizzo Tonight at Ross Commons

All students are invited to put a team together and come to Ross Commons (34th Street and Powelton Avenue) today, May 21, 2008 at 7 p.m. to compete in the trivia game Quizzo. Players will test their knowledge at the 2nd Floor Lounge and compete for a chance to win prizes. The grand prize of $150 in Ultima Funds will go to the winning team at the end of the term.

Quizzo nights will take place every other Wednesday night for the remainder of the term. Stop by Ross Commons anytime on Wednesdays and receive $1 off any sandwich in the Corner Café.

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

 
Grand Opening of Thirty-One 41 Café Today

The grand opening of Thirty-One 41, the new place to get coffee, lunch and snacks, will take place today, May 21, 2008, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Great Court of the Main Building (32nd and Chestnut Streets).

Students, faculty and staff are invited to come for free samples, coffee, giveaways and music.

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

 
Beta Testing of New Game Tonight: Renown

The Drexel Game Developers will host Corvus Elrod, owner of Zakelro Story Studio, in a discussion of game mechanics and beta testing of Corvus' new strategy game, Renown, today, May 21, 2008 at 5 p.m. at the Ruth Auditorium, Nesbitt Hall (33rd and Market Streets).

Corvus Elrod has more than 20 years of professional story experience ranging from writing to improvisational performance, from animation and game design to acting and directing for stage and film. He is the co-founder of Zakelro Story Studio and has released a strategic card game called Renown for testing before he finalizes the game manual and card artwork.

To RVSP, visit http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=14213597499.

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

 
Drexel News Media Watch

New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson’s campus visit as part of the Eastern Technology Council’s “Titans of Technology” series continues to receive coverage. The Bulletin published a story May 20, 2008, and WTXF-TV (FOX-29) and KYW-AM (1060) broadcast stories May 19, 2008.
Storylink - The Bulletin
Storylink - KYW-AM (1060)

Dr. Joseph Mason, associate professor of finance, commented on Bloomberg’s “The First Word” on May 20, 2008, on the U.S. financial crisis. Dr. Mason also provided commentary on “In Focus” and “On the Economy” on May 19.

News about a $14 million National Institutes of Health grant awarded to the School of Public Health to lead an autism study continues to receive coverage. A Nurse.com story published May 20, 2008, notes that Drexel has been named an Autism Center for Excellence. The University will follow 1,200 mothers of children with autism in pursuit of risk factors and biological indicators for autism during the prenatal, neonatal and early postnatal periods.
Storylink - Nurse.com

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

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