Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Quote
of the Day
"In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act."
- George Orwell
Hot Topic
01. AAGA to Present Arts Leader Ben Cameron
Topics of the Day
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Tickets Now on Sale: Dance Ensemble's “Catalyst”
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Film and Video to Present: “The Best of the Fest”
04.
29th Annual Drexel Fashion Show Tomorrow
05.
This Week on The Drexel InterView™
06.
This Week at the World Cafe Live
07.
Judaic Studies Panel Tomorrow: "Growing Up in Israel"
08.
CEO of Merck to Lecture Tomorrow: "Public-Private Partnerships in Global Health"
09.
Drexel Open Tennis Tournament for Student Players
10. Bingo Tonight!
11. Truth in Journalism Panel Discussion Tomorrow
12. Liberty Mutual Individual Conferences
13. Asian Pacific Heritage Event Tonight: Rang de Basanti
14. Academic Bistro Menu for Week of May 26
15. Chemistry Lecture Tomorrow: Spectroscopies of Non-Planar Hemes
16. Biotechnology Workshop: Cognitive and Attentional Disorders
17. Teach-in Tomorrow: Health Care Reform and Social Justice
18. IEEE to Present Engineering Comedian: "Technically Funny"
19. Drexel News Media Watch
AAGA to Present Arts Leader Ben Cameron
The Arts Administration Graduate Student Association will host a presentation by Ben Cameron (above), "Engaging the Next Generation of Leaders," on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. at Mitchell Auditorium in the Bossone Research Enterprise Center (Market Street between 31st and 32nd Street).
A former theater professional, frequent public speaker and arts activist, Ben Cameron is program director of the Arts at the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation in New York City. Cameron will address the challenges and opportunities facing emerging leaders in the arts and cultural sector.
This event is co-sponsored by the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance and the Philadelphia Cultural Management Initiative, a program of the Philadelphia Center for Arts and Heritage, funded by the Pew Charitable Trusts and administered by the University of the Arts.
The lecture is free and open to the public.
A reception will follow the talk.
For more information, visit http://www.drexel.edu/westphal/aaga or call 215-895-6400.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Tickets Now on Sale: Dance Ensemble's "Catalyst"
The Drexel Dance Ensemble will present “Catalyst, “ its final concert of the 2007-08 performance season, from Thursday, May 26 to Saturday, May 31, 2008 at 8 p.m. in Mandell Theater (33rd and Chestnut Streets).
The performance will showcase works by seven student choreographers in a variety of genres including jazz, hip-hop and modern. The concert will also feature the premiere of new works by Dance Program Director Dr. Miriam Giguere.
The Drexel Dance Ensemble is part of the Department of Performing Arts in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design.
Tickets: General Admission - $8 Students -$5. Tickets may be purchased by calling 215-895-ARTS or online at http://www.danceboxoffice.com/products.php?category_id=62.
For more information, call 215-895-ARTS or visit http://www.drexel.edu/westphal.Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Film and Video to Present: "The Best of the Fest"
The Film and Video Program in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design will present “The Best of the Fest” show on Friday, May 30, 2008 at 6 p.m. at Mitchell Auditorium, Edmund D. Bossone Research Enterprise Center (Market Street between 31st and 32nd Streets).
This Film and Video student showcase screens the films and presents the awards all during the course of one evening. Faculty will judge which student films deserve recognition in eleven different categories including Best Senior Project, Screenwriting, Directing, Producing, Best Narrative and Best Documentary.
At “Best of the Fest,” the University community will have one last chance to see the amazing work of Drexel’s film and video students.
The show is free and open to the public.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
29th Annual Drexel Fashion Show Tomorrow
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
This Week on The Drexel InterView™
The Drexel InterView™ is hosted by Dr. Paula Marantz Cohen, distinguished professor of English at Drexel University.
On WYBE:Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
This Week at the World Cafe Live
Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.
Holly Cole - Downstairs
Canadian vocalist Holly Cole (above left) isn't one of those artists who falls into any one category. Her smoky voice is sultry, yet she's ironically humorous and candid while reshaping traditional standards and pop classics. For more information about this show, visit http://tickets.worldcafelive.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=2122.
Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at 7:30 p.m.
Marie Digby and Eric Hutchinson - Downstairs
YouTube sensation Marie Digby (above center) brings her charming tunes to us to support her Hollywood Records debut. With a dramatic folk voice and acoustic guitar or piano, Eric Hutchinson (above right) will win you over with his catchy songs and lyrics. For more information about this show, visit http://tickets.worldcafelive.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=2479.
World Cafe Live - Drexel Special Offers:
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Judaic Studies Panel Tomorrow: "Growing Up in Israel"
The Judaic Studies Program will present an intergenerational conversation to mark the 60th anniversary of the state of Israel, "Growing Up in Israel - A Panel Discussion," on Wednesday, May 28, 2008, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Mitchell Auditorium, Edmund D. Bossone Research Enterprise Center (Market Street between 31st and 32nd Streets).
Panelists will include Roy Reuveni, college student; Leah Goldman, early childhood Jewish educator; Sarit Sade, former academic liason, Israeli Consulate; Dr. Sorin Siegler, professor of engineering; and Bella L. Schafer, Jewish educator, psychotherapist and pioneering officer in the Israeli army.
The new state of Israel established a society that nurtures a variety of creative individuals and institutions. Attendees will hear the diverse viewpoints of individuals of varying religious and ethnic backgrounds who grew up at different times in Israel's history.
This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
For more information, email Kathy.carll@drexel.edu or call 215-895-6388.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
CEO of Merck to Lecture Tomorrow: "Public-Private Partnerships in Global Health"
College of Engineering will host Richard T. Clark (above), chairman, president and CEO of Merck & Co. Inc., at the 2nd Annual Dean's Distinguished Lecture on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at 2 p.m. at Mitchell Auditorium, Edmund D. Bossone Research Enterprise Center (Market Street between 31st and 32nd Streets).
The lecture, "Public-Private Partnerships in Global Health," is open to the public. A reception will follow.
For more information, visit http://www.drexel.edu/coe/events.asp or call 215-895-2210.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Drexel Open Tennis Tournament for Student Players
The Drexel Club Tennis Team and Recreational Sports invite tennis players to join them at the first ever Drexel Open Tennis Tournament on Saturday, May 31, 2008 at the Vidas Athletic Complex (43rd and Market Streets).
Courts will open at 11:30 a.m., and play will begin at noon.
Tournament sign-ups will be on-site, and are open to all students of all skill levels.
The tournament will be similar to past intramural tournaments, except this time it will be a double elimination tournament. Prizes will be given to all participants and winners..
There will be a barbecue for all students who play in the tournament or come out to support others. Shuttles will be running from the University City Main Campus to the Athletic Complex every 15 minutes, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
For more information, email Shams Naim at ssn25@drexel.edu or Stephen Koch at sek25@drexel.edu.Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Come play Bingo for great prizes and loads of friendly fun today, May 27, 2008, beginning at 7 p.m. at the 2nd Floor Lounge, Ross Commons (34th Street and Powelton Avenue).
While participants wait for that two-for-one pizza special at The 2nd Floor Lounge, they can pick up a card and join some hardcore Bingo competition.
For more information, call the Ross Commons Hotline at 215-895-1000 or visit http://www.drexel.edu/rosscommons, or call Ty Tucker at 215-895-6187.Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Truth in Journalism Panel Discussion Tomorrow
Magnificent Minds and the University Bookstore will present a panel discussion on "Truth in Journalism" on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at 10 a.m. in the Living Arts Lounge, Creese Student Center (32nd and Chestnut Streets).
The panel members will include Dr. Ronald Bishop, associate professor and author of Taking on the Pledge of Allegiance; Hank Grezlak, editor-in-chief of the Legal Intelligencer; Chris Satullo, editor page columnist of The Philadelphia Inquirer; Emilie Lounsberry, regional legal affairs reporter of The Philadelphia Inquirer; and Michael Berry, associate at Levine Sullivan Koch & Schultz, LLP. These panel members will discuss how the news media covers people who espouse non-mainstream or unpopular ideas.
Refreshments will be available, as well as Dr. Ronald Bishop's book, Taking on the Pledge of Allegiance.
For more information about the Magnificent Minds series, call Kaitlyn Ambrosiani at 215-895-1562.Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Liberty Mutual Individual Conferences
Liberty Mutual offers substantial discounts to Drexel employees. Human Resources will host individual auto and homeowners insurance conferences at the Center City Campus with a Liberty Mutual representative on Wednesday, May 28, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Human Resources Conference Room, 1st floor, Bellet Building (1505 Race Street).
For registration and contact information, click on one of the links below:
Drexel University: Liberty Mutual at http://www.drexel.edu/hr/benefits/libertymutual.html
DUCoM: Liberty Mutual at http://www.drexel.edu/admin/hr_hs/benefits/LibertyMutual-DUCOM.html
Approved under the authority of Adele T. Barbato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources
Asian Pacific Heritage Event Tonight: Rang de Basanti
Pragathi, DISHA and Student Life and Multicultural Programs will present a screening of Rang de Basanti today, May 27, 2008, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the reserved section of the University Club, 6th floor, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).
Rang de Basanti is a film about the youth of India today. A young London-based filmmaker stumbles upon the diaries of her grandfather, who served in the British police force in India during the freedom struggle. She plans to shoot a film based on the diaries and casts a group of friends to play the roles of the revolutionaries described in the diaries.Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Academic Bistro Menu for Week of May 26
Tuesday, May 27
Lunch - $9 per person, noon seating
Asian Flair
Wednesday, May 28
Thursday, May 29
A’ La Carte - $10 per person (includes beverage and tax), seating between noon and 12:45 p.m., walk-ins welcome
Friday, May 30
Tuesday, May 27
Dinner - $18 per person, 6:30 p.m. seating
Spring Dinner
Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Chemistry Lecture Tomorrow: Spectroscopies of Non-Planar Hemes
The Department of Chemistry will present "Synthesis, Structure, and Magnetic Spectroscopies of Non-Planar Hemes as Models of the Cytochromes b Heme Centers" on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at 11 a.m. in room 109, Disque Hall (32nd Street between Market and Chestnut Streets).
Liliya A. Yatsunyk (above), professor, Department of Chemistry, Swarthmore College, will be the speaker.
A variety of models for the cytochrome bc1 heme centers based on bis-imidazole and bis-pyridine coordinated Fe(III) octaalkyltetraphenylporphyrins have been synthesized and studied by NMR, EPR, and Mössbauer spectroscopies and X-ray crystallography. Based on extensive EPR, Mössbauer and X-ray data, correlation was established between the axial ligand plane dihedral angles and Mössbauer (Azz, DEQ) and EPR (gzz) parameters. The EPR signal type changes from 'large gmax' to normal rhombic at ~57°. These findings will help in accurate prediction of structural parameters of heme centers in proteins based on their spectroscopic signatures.
Refreshments will be served.
This event is open to the public.
For more information, call Dr. Reinhard Schweitzer-Stenner at 215-895-2268 or 215-895-2638.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Biotechnology Workshop: Cognitive and Attentional Disorders
The Translational Medicine and Applied Biotechnology Workshop Series will present "Pharmacology, Physiology and Behavioral Testing of Drugs Used to Treat Cognitive and Attentional Disorders" on Saturday, May 31, 2008, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Geary Auditorium B, New College Building (245 N.15th Street).
A continental breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m., and lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m.
A reception and poster presentations will follow the guest speakers.
Please register for this free event at research@drexelmed.edu by today, May 27.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Teach-in Tomorrow: Health Care Reform and Social Justice
The Spring 2008 Great Works Symposium will present a teach-in “American Health Care Reform and Social Justice” on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Behrakis Grand Hall (32nd and Chestnut Streets).
The United States has arguably the most expensive, yet least efficient and least effective health care system in the industrialized world. Most Americans agree that the system is broken, though they may disagree about the appropriate solutions. This interdisciplinary teach-in by Drexel faculty will provide an overview of American health care reform that will raise awareness about the issue for newcomers and update those already informed.
The goal of the teach-in is to inform attendees about this important issue in an election year, and to reorient the discussion of health care reform toward advocacy for social justice.
Complimentary refreshments will be served.
Lecturers include Stephen F. Gambescia, assistant dean of academic and student affairs and associate professor, College of Nursing and Health Professions; James A. Schafer, visiting faculty fellow in the Pennoni Honors College; and Dennis Gallagher, associate professor of health management and policy at the School of Public Health.
For more information, email James Schafer at JAS438@Drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
IEEE to Present Engineering Comedian: "Technically Funny"
The Drexel chapter of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, the Business and Engineering Society, the Drexel chapter of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers and the Society of Women Engineers will present "Technically Funny" on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at 6 p.m. in room 113, Stratton Hall (32nd and Chestnut Streets).
Don McMillan, an engineering comedian, is "Technically Funny." Before he became a nationally known stand-up comedian, McMillan spent 10 years as an engineer at IBM, AT&T and VLSI Technology. His show is funny, smart and clean, and he just might be the only comedian who works in PowerPoint!
Complimentary popcorn and beverages will be served.
For more Information, email ieee@ece.drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Drexel’s announcement of a plan to offer a Center for Graduate Studies in Sacramento, Calif., continues to receive widespread news media coverage. The Philadelphia Inquirer published a story May 23, 2008, in which President Papadakis and Carl “Tobey” Oxholm III, executive vice president and chief of staff, are quoted. RedOrbit.com syndicated the story. A Sacramento Business Journal story was syndicated May 22 and 23 in the Philadelphia Business Journal, Phoenix Business Journal, San Antonio Business Journal, Milwaukee Business Journal (Wisc.), Triangle Business Journal (Raleigh, N.C.) and Central Valley Business Times (Stockton, Calif.). Stories were also published in Inside Higher Ed, The Bulletin, Philadelphia Daily News, Metro, Sacramento Bee, Auburn Journal (Calif.) Rocklin & Roseville Today (Calif.) and other publications. KXTV-TV (Sacramento) and KFBK-AM (Sacramento) broadcast stories.
StoryLink - The Philadelphia Inquirer
StoryLink - The Phoenix Business Journal
StoryLink - The Bulletin
Dr. John A. Rich, chair of the Department of Health Management and Policy and director of the Center for Academic Public Health Practice, is quoted in a Boston Globe story published May 23, 2008, about Sen. Edward M. Kennedy’s doctor. Dr. Rich attended Harvard Medical School with the doctor.
StoryLink - Boston Globe
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
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