The Triangle

Engineers use bridge to educate

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

According to a Drexel University press release, Drexel civil engineering students will use the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge to gain a real-world experience in improving and enhancing safety in tangible situations.

Crossing the Delaware River, the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge connects northeast Philadelphia with Palmyra, New Jersey with 3,659 feet from abutment to abutment.

'Taki' honored by new building

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Drexel University's Constantine Papadakis Integrated Science Building's groundbreaking ceremony occurred Nov. 17 at 5 p.m. The innovative structure, built on the corner of 33rd and Chestnut streets, will be the new home of many of the University's science programs and is named for the University's late president, Constantine Papadakis, who passed away earlier this year after complications from lung cancer.

Goñi discusses Chile's global rise

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The LeBow College of Business hosted José Goñi, the Chilean ambassador to the United States, Nov. 13 as part of its "A View from the Top" lecture series, which introduces notable leaders of the world to Drexel students and community.

Goñi's presentation largely dealt with Chile's success over the past decade, and focused on the country's poverty rates and economic data over recent years.

Historic season comes to an end

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

You can't spin it any other way.

The Drexel field hockey team had its most successful season in program history in 2009 - and the Dragons walked off the field after having faced top-ranked Maryland knowing it.

A program-record 19 victories and a Colonial Athletic Association regular season title are just a few of the accolades the Dragons came away with this past season.

DU team competes in Battle of Brains

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

On Nov. 7, a team of three Drexel University students participated in the Mid-Atlantic Region semifinal of the Association for Computer Machinery's International Collegiate Programming Contest, also called Battle of the Brains. Drexel's team finished 18th in the region and second at their specific site during the semifinal round.

Smart House announces plans

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

On Nov. 18, Drexel Smart House unveiled their designs for the new DSH building located at 3425 Race Street. The DSH is a student run project aimed to construct a house that acts as a model for sustainable design and energy efficiency, where students can innovate and test new energy-efficient technology and Drexel students as well as community members can learn about energy efficiency.

City highlights higher education with 'College Week'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

On Nov. 9, Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter introduced the City's first College Awareness Week, a program design to help parents and potential students learn more about college selection and finances and to encourage more students to consider attending a college or university.

Nutter discusses fiscal problems amid recovery

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

In a panel discussion on the welfare of cities during the recession, Mayor Michael Nutter expressed exasperation towards the state and federal governments on the issue of allocating funds. With three other mayors from major cities present, the general consensus was that in regards to local government, the recession is not over.

New Apple Store awaits Arts Commission approval

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Apple Inc. has recently begun the early stages of planning for the debut of an Apple retail location in Center City, Philadelphia, according to MacWorld.com.

The new store would be located on Walnut Street, near 16th street. Instead of making a trip to Ardmore, Pa.

Crime & Policy Violation Report

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The following are crimes that occurred on or near campus and were reported to The Triangle by the Drexel University Department of Public Safety. All information included in this report is taken from law enforcement or DPS incident reports.

November 6, 2009

THEFT FROM VEHICLE

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Make your voice heard: Complete course evaluations

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

As the term draws to a close, we all surely are beginning to resent our professors and classes and just want to be heading home for the holidays. But if we step outside the stress of finals for a moment, how well have our professors really done this term? Our opportunity to give them a grade is coming up in our final course evaluations.

Drexel uses caged eggs: Must stop

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

When it comes to sustainability, Drexel often seeks to position itself at the forefront of the movement to "go green." Yet there is one issue where Drexel now lags dangerously behind its university peers, an issue affecting not just sustainability but animal welfare and student health as well: the decision of Drexel Dining to continue purchasing battery cage eggs.

Fort Hood: Therapy was needed

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 26.6 percent of all citizens over the age of 18 suffer from mental illness in America, most typically resulting from high stress levels. Because of our country's culture, it isn't difficult to become overwhelmed-we are in a debilitating recession with 24-hour news portraying grisly crimes, not to mention the "terror index," self-managed retirement plans, unemployment rates-and the list goes on.

Drexel's buildings should be more congruous

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Frank Lloyd Wright, a mastermind in the world of art and architecture, once said, "The mother art is architecture. Without an architecture of our own we have no soul of our own civilization." The brilliance of this expression is a concept to be understood in the design of any institution, such as Drexel University.

The death penalty is an easy escape for convicts

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The overwhelming amount of disgusting, death-laden stories hooks the average consumer. In a society peculiarly fixated on death, the media has not failed me yet.

In a matter of five short minutes, John Allen Muhammad painlessly died. This man, along with his 17-year-old accomplice Lee Boyd Malvo, had killed numerous innocent people.

America needs continual Chinese investments

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Obama is desperate. Born in Hawaii and having spent time in Indonesia, he is our first Pacific-ly in-tuned president. But he resembles dear old Jimmy Carter more than anyone else at this point. This past Sunday, Nov. 15, was his first visit to the largest lender to the United States-China.

Marginean close to breaking another Drexel record

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Record breakers and winning teams; it's what people want to read about.

So read.

The Drexel women's basketball team travels down to Richmond, Va. for a Nov. 20 matchup with the well-rounded Spiders.

The Spiders are returning all five of their starters from last year, while Drexel (1-1) comes in with momentum after its win over neighboring rival Penn 56-42 Nov.

Flint not putting stock in pair of early losses

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Even if everyone else seems to be dwelling on his team's 0-2 start, Bruiser Flint, head coach of the Drexel men's basketball team, certainly isn't putting much stock into it.

Plagued by early inconsistency on the offensive end, foul trouble and some very bad luck, Flint's team dropped its season opener to Saint Joseph's 77-67 in overtime Nov.

Reality television's next big hit: The WNFL

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

There's a professional women's soccer league. There's a professional women's basketball league. There's a professional women's softball league.

However, there's no professional women's football league. Instead, there's only a lingerie football league.

What? Scantily clad women playing football? That's just dumb.

Comedy show proves successful

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Drexel University Campus Activity Board hosted their 10th annual comedy show at the auditorium of the Main Building Friday Nov. 13. The show has become a tradition at Drexel and has featured some of the top names in comedy including Dane Cook, Jim Gaffigan and Stephen Lynch.

Avary shows skills at Trocadero

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

When Bryce Avary of The Rocket Summer stepped on stage to open his set during The Cheap Date tour, he did so without his band. He headed for the drums, and after setting a beat, he let it play as a loop. He proceeded to play the guitar, bass, and keyboard, letting each instrument record and the sounds repeat before he approached the microphone and added vocals.

Mon discusses changing majors

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Dear Monica,

I want to change my major, but I don't know where to start. Do you know how?

Sincerely,

Majorly Confused Dear Confused,

The first thing you need to do is set up a meeting with your current academic advisor. There you will receive a change of major form (also called an ABCD form) which you'll need to get signed by your current program director, the program director of your new major, the financial aid office, the billing office and the co-op office.

'The People Speak' brings Lupe Fiasco to UPenn

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

On Tuesday Nov. 18, the University of Pennsylvania hosted "The People Speak Tour" at the Irvine auditorium. This tour, which has been visiting universities across the country, is promoting the History Channel's new documentary "The People Speak." The event starred producer Chris Moore, Daryl "DMC" McDaniels and Lupe Fiasco.

Samuel Smith brews excellence

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

It's not uncommon to find organic or independent companies these days. Over the past few years, it seems like more and more have been springing up all over the world. One thing that is still rather rare, however, is finding an independently owned and run company that has been in continuous operation for over 200 years.