Monday, June 2, 2008
Monday, June 2, 2008
Quote
of the Day
"Education's purpose is to replace an empty mind with an open one."
- Malcom Forbes
Hot Topic
01. DUCoM to Present Faculty Development Day
Topics of the Day
02. Join the Launch of the Great Leatherback Turtle Race II
03. Athletics to Offer Adult Tennis Clinics
04. Donate Used Graphing Calculators to Underprivileged Students
05. Committee of Seventy Report Highlights Drexel’s Volunteer Support
06. This Week on The Drexel InterView™
07. Fellowships Roundtable and Info Session Tomorrow
08. Multicultural Conference and Graduates' Reunion
09.
Benefits Buzz: "Learn the ABC's of IBC"
10. New USGA Officers to Be Sworn In
11. Peer Mentors for European Student Leaders Program
12. CoAS to Present: "Leadership and the Future of the United Nations"
13. Cafe Latino Discussion: "The True Colombia"
14. Drexel News Media Watch
DUCoM to Present Faculty Development Day
The Drexel University College of Medicine’s seventh annual Faculty Development Day will take place on Friday, June 6, 2008, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Student Activities Center, Queen Lane Meidcal Campus (2900 Queen Lane).
The objectives are to:
This event is open to all faculty members.
Register online at http://webcampus.drexelmed.edu/facultyday.
Drexel University College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. AMA: The Drexel University College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of four AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. AOA: This program is eligible for four credits in category 2A of the American Osteopathic Association.
This event is supported by the Office of Educational Affairs.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Join the Launch of the Great Leatherback Turtle Race II
Students, faculty and staff are invited to celebrate the launch of the Great Turtle Race II today, June 2, 2008, from 1 to 1:30 p.m. in the Great Court, Main Building (32nd and Chestnut Streets).
Dr. James Spotila, L.D. Betz Chair Professor of Environmental Science and director of the Center for Biodiversity and Conservation in the Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, is a co-organizer of the race that will monitor eleven satellite-tagged leatherback sea turtles as they race across the Pacific Ocean. Viewers can learn all about the race, sponsors and turtles at http://www.greatturtlerace.com. The race is being launched to increase awareness around the world for the critically endangered leatherback turtle.
Each turtle is named for a sponsor. Drexel will be represented by Drexelina II. The Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology will mark the launch of the race with a mock race that will feature students dressed in leatherback turtle costumes racing from a beach side on one end of the Great Court to the finish line on the other side. Obstacles along the way will represent the real-life challenges that leatherback turtles will face on their journey across the pacific, such as plastic bags, fishnets and sharks. Judges will choose the best leatherback costume.
For more information, contact Gabriela Blanco at gsb22@drexel.edu.
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Athletics to Offer Adult Tennis Clinics
The Department of Athletics will offer a session of weekly tennis clinics for adults of all skill levels on Wednesday nights from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Vidas Athletic Complex (43rd Street and Powelton Avenue).
The session will begin on Wednesday, June 4 and continue through Wednesday, July 9, 2008.
The fee is $20 for two hours. Clinics will be canceled if it is raining.
Learn drills, acquire new skills and play doubles with and against some of the current Dragons tennis players. These clinics will offer opportunities to socialize, meet new tennis partners and help support Drexel Tennis at the same time.
For more information or to sign up, email tennis@drexel.edu or call Coach Tricia Udicious at 215-895-2032.Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
Donate Used Graphing Calculators to Underprivileged Students
Phi Sigma Pi and Teach for America are collecting used graphing calculators to distribute to underprivileged high school students. These students will take AP calculus next year but cannot afford the calculators.
Individuals who are no longer using their graphing calculators can donate them to students who will use them on a daily basis.
Collection boxes are located at the front desk of each residence hall until 5 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2008 and in the Honors Lounge, 5th floor, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets), until the end of finals.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Committee of Seventy Report Highlights Drexel's Volunteer Support
Dr. Jane Bryan, director of libraries, and Dr. Mark Greenberg, dean of Pennoni Honors College, co-chairs of Drexel Votes 2008, announced the results of a report from the Committee of Seventy highlighting Drexel’s involvement in getting out the vote on the Pennsylvania Primary held April 22.
The Committee of Seventy is a non-partisan organization that works to improve the Philadelphia region by demanding ethical conduct of public officials, promoting government efficiency, educating citizens and safeguarding elections.
Drexel is prominently mentioned as a partner in the report. Only 1.23% of voting irregularities occurred in the 24th ward, where the bulk of Drexel volunteers served. The most common problems indicated in the report were with registration and disability access.
The report is available online at http://www.seventy.org/electionreport.
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:
Tony Auth (above), editorial cartoonist, The Philadelphia Inquirer, will be the guest on Sunday, June 8, 2008 at 10 a.m.
WYBE programming can be seen on channel 35 and on cable channels 34 and 57 in the Greater Philadelphia area.
On DUTV (Drexel University Television):
Carol F. Lippa, M.D., professor of neurology and director of the Memory Disorders Program, Drexel University College of Medicine will be the guest Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at 8 p.m.
All programs on DUTV air first on Tuesday at 8 p.m. and repeat 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.
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
Fellowships Roundtable and Info Session Tomorrow
A fellowships roundtable and information session will be held on Tuesday, June 3, 2008, from 5 to 6 p.m. in room 2019, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Chestnut Streets).
Drexel students have won prestigious fellowship awards this year, including Fulbright Scholarships, National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships (NSF GRFP), the Goldwater Scholarship, the National Security Education Program (NSEP) Boren Award, the Gates Millennium Scholarship, the World Bank Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund award and the Science, Mathematics, Research for Transformation (SMART) Department of Defense Award.
These awards and others like them can pay for students' undergraduate education and graduate education and send students across the globe on a self-defined research or study program. They sometimes pay stipends for living expenses as well.
Interested students who want to hear how these individuals received these awards and scholarships and how they can do it, too, should come to the fellowships roundtable and information session, which will feature some of Drexel's current award winners.
Drexel's new fellowships coordinator will also be present.
All Drexel students from all colleges and degree levels are welcome.
RSVP by emailing fellowships@drexel.edu or calling 215-895-0347.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Multicultural Conference and Graduates' Reunion
The 13th multicultural conference "Embracing Multicultural Contributions to Enrich Our Communities," and graduates' reunion of the PRIME (Partners Reaching to Improve Multicultural Effectiveness) Institute, Drexel University College of Medicine, is scheduled for Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7, 2008 at International House (3701 Chestnut Street).
This event is open to the public. The $30 fee covers the program, lunches and receptions. (Fee is $5 per day with a student I.D.).
The conference focuses on immigration in education, human resources, employment, health and intergenerational dynamics. Participants will share intercultural perspectives on issues, challenges and resources, as the PRIME Institute network of affiliates and friends, including the Welcoming Center and the Center for Literacy, showcase expertise and programs applied to these areas.
Each day will feature an improv troupe to engage participants in sharing and resolving cross-cultural challenges: On Friday, the troupe will be Playback for Change and on Saturday it will be InterAction Theatre.
Workshops will also be presented.
For more information, email Cheri Avery Black, executive director, PRIME Institute, at cblack@drexelmed.edu or call 215-831-3913 or 215-882-4351.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Benefits Buzz: "Learn the ABC's of IBC"
Human Resources will host "Learn the ABC's of IBC (Keystone POS and Personal Choice)" today, Monday, June 2, 2008 from 3 to 4 p.m. in room 116, Korman Center (33rd Street between Chestnut and Market Streets).
The next Benefits Buzz session, "Secure Your Financial Future: Join the 403b Retirement Plan," will be held on Monday, June 9, 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.
For more information, email Trish Mahon at pam82@drexel.edu.Approved under the authority of Adele T. Barbato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources
New USGA Officers to Be Sworn In
The new Undergraduate Student Government Association (USGA) officers will be sworn in today, June 2, 2008 at 7 p.m. in Conference Room D, Creese Student Center (32nd and Chestnut Streets).
All students are invited to attend, ask questions and meet their new representatives. Food will be provided.
For more information, email the elections chair, Stacey Rose, at slr52@drexel.edu.
For more information about USGA, visit http://www.drexel.edu/usga.
Approved under the authority of James Tucker, Senior Vice President for Student Life and Administrative Services
Peer Mentors for European Student Leaders Program
Drexel will host 20 student leaders from Denmark, Netherlands, France, Germany, Norway, Spain and the UK for a five-week leadership development program that includes communication skills, leadership training and service learning. It also includes an integrated set of site visits, trips and special events that include intercultural communications training and cultural activities.
This project is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
Peer Mentor Benefits:
Requirements:
Responsibilities:
Application:
The application deadline is Monday, June 9, 2008. Qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews.
To apply, send a resume to Mara Blake-Ward via email at mjb73@drexel.edu or call 215-895-4955.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
CoAS to Present: "Leadership and the Future of the United Nations"
The College of Arts and Sciences and International Area Studies will present "Leadership and the Future of the United Nations: A U.S. Perspective" with Hugh Dugan on Wednesday, June 4, 2008 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the University Club, 6th floor, MacAlister Hall (33rd and Market Streets).
Dugan is a United States delegate to the United Nations and a member of the United States Diplomatic Corps. He manages matters related to reforming the United Nations and to strategic planning for effective U.S. participation in the U.N..
Refreshments will be provided.
For more information, call Melissa Field at 215-895-1863 or email maf83@drexel.edu.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
Cafe Latino Discussion: "The True Colombia"
Cafe Latino, a forum for students of Spanish, Spanish speakers and anyone interested in all things Spanish, will meet on Tuesday, June 3, 2008, from noon to 1 p.m. at the 2nd Floor Lounge of Ross Commons (34th Street and Powelton Avenue).
The topic for discussion will be "The True Colombia" presented by Natalia and Sebastian, two Colombians who study English at the English Learning Center (ELC).
For information, email Dr. Maria de la Luz Matus-Mendoza at mm349@drexel.edu or call 215-895- 2171.Approved under the authority of Stephen W. Director, Provost
The Annual Fashion Show held by the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design was featured in a blog by Elizabeth Wellington posted to The Philadelphia Inquirer Web site on May 29, 2008.
StoryLink - The Philadelphia Inquirer
An editorial about Drexel opening a Center for Graduate Studies in Sacramento was published in the May 30, 2008 edition of the Sacramento Bee.
StoryLink - Sacramento Bee
Dr. Walter Cohen, chancellor emeritus at the Drexel University College of Medicine, was featured in an article published in the May 29, 2008 edition of The Jewish Exponent for being appointed co-chair of the Jewish Federation’s new Senior Council.
The Jewish Exponent
Dr. Robert D'Ovidio, assistant professor of criminal justice, is noted in the Daily Local (Chester County) on May 29, 2008, for his participation in a “Cyber Information Session” at Downingtown West High School (Pa.).
Approved under the authority of Philip Terranova, Vice President for University Relations
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