Articles by Jason Sobieski
Oct. 30, 2020
Drexel announces its partial reopening plan, which begins winter term in January
Drexel University is planning to partially reopen campus and bring certain students back to face-to-face classes this winter term, President John A. Fry said in…
Oct. 23, 2020
Drexel introduces new Esport Business major for students interested in careers in the booming industry
Drexel recently announced that, as of fall term, it is offering a new esport business program, created for students interested in careers in the professional…
Oct. 16, 2020
Coronavirus infection numbers on the rise again in the Philadelphia area
A recent increase in coronavirus cases around the Philadelphia region has the area concerned over the possibility of a steady rise in upcoming weeks. The…
Oct. 2, 2020
Drexel launches its Family Portal resource for parents at the perfect time
In an effort to streamline important resources and communications for students’ families, Drexel University recently launched its new Family Portal in September, creating a one-stop-shop…
Sep. 25, 2020
Many resources, services still available to Drexel students throughout virtual fall term
While Drexel’s fall classes remain remote, students living on campus can benefit from certain amenities that are still being offered by the University. Namely, the…
Aug. 21, 2020
Drexel cancels fall hybrid reopening plan, closes student housing, implements tuition freeze
After several months of uncertainty, Drexel University has officially canceled its hybrid reopening plan Wednesday, Aug. 19, in favor of a fully-remote fall term, President…
Aug. 7, 2020
New required health and safety training for students, faculty and staff as Drexel pushes for hybrid reopening
All of Drexel’s students, faculty and professional staff will be required to complete a mandatory Coronavirus health and safety training session as the university prepares…
Aug. 7, 2020
Teen unemployment rates highest amid pandemic closures, economic downturn
Drexel and its co-op program offer a unique approach to the college experience for its students — a hybrid of school and work that culminates…
Jul. 24, 2020
Drexel appoints former interim provost Paul Jensen, PhD as new Nina Henderson Provost
Drexel’s Dr. Paul Jensen, former professor and interim provost since November, was recently named Executive Vice President and Nina Henderson Provost for the University. As…
Jul. 24, 2020
Fall sports canceled at Drexel, other CAA schools as another Coronavirus mitigation effort
Drexel University confirmed July 17 that participation in intercollegiate athletics is canceled for all of its fall varsity teams as a responsive measure to help…