Tag: powelton village
Jun. 27, 2014
University finalizes deal for University City High School
Drexel University closed a deal June 16 to purchase a 14-acre property within Powelton Village, including the closed University City High School, Charles R. Drew…
Apr. 4, 2014
University purchases two closed schools
The School Reform Commission of Philadelphia confirmed the purchase of six vacant school properties for a total of $37 million March 20. Of the purchases,…
Jan. 31, 2014
Our neighborhood outlook just got more promising
Drexel’s longstanding commitment to improving conditions in the West Philadelphia neighborhoods of Powelton Village and Mantua is no longer just a local effort. The community…
Dec. 9, 2011
Adjunct professor Simons found dead in residence
Drexel professor Sheryl P. Simons was found dead Dec. 2 in her Powelton Village residence by the Drexel Police Department after her students alerted the…