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Sep. 9, 2016
Drexel dictionary: learn how to talk like a Dragon
The Drexel Shaft (noun and verb) The Drexel Shaft (or just the shaft) is a term that refers to any event or policy brought about…
Aug. 19, 2016
Attorney General Kathleen Kane convicted, resigns
Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane was found guilty Aug. 15 of all nine criminal charges brought against her. The charges included obstruction of the administration…
Aug. 5, 2016
The DNC comes to Philadelphia
On Feb. 1, Hillary Clinton declared victory over Bernie Sanders in the Iowa Democratic caucus by a margin of 0.3 percent, an estimated difference of…
Jul. 8, 2016
Finding the sterile neutrino
Imagine a tiny particle, significantly less massive than an electron and carrying no electric charge. This, in essence, is a neutrino – likely one of…
Jul. 8, 2016
SEPTA removes 120 Silverliner V rail cars
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) announced July 3 that roughly one-third of its regional rail line fleet would be out of service for the…
Jun. 24, 2016
City Council votes in favor of 1.5 cent per ounce tax on soda
Philadelphia City Council voted 13-4 in favor of a tax on sugar-sweetened and diet beverages, more commonly known as “the soda tax” June 16. The…
Jun. 24, 2016
Developers break ground on $16 million Korman Center expansion
Drexel University officially broke ground on the Korman Center’s $16 million renovation and expansion June 14. The design for the 1958 building’s expansion comes from…
Jun. 3, 2016
Purpose of first building revealed
The first tower to be erected as part of Drexel University’s Schuylkill Yards initiative will host a combination of lab and office space totaling 700,000…
May. 27, 2016
Drexel team designs first video game for visually impaired
The ability to see is something that many people inadvertently take for granted. Activities such as video games, which often require the player to rely…
May. 6, 2016
Drexel EMS recognized as one of the best in the nation for their services
The National Collegiate Emergency Medical Services Foundation (NCEMSF) has officially recognized Drexel University’s Emergency Medical Services organization as one of the best in the nation.…