Features – Drexel Magazine

A black-and-white photo of a large group of Army cadets navigating an obstacle course.

Cadets on Campus

The Army Specialized Training Program curriculum mandated several hours of physical education each week. Cadets trained at the athletic fields at 46th and H... Read More

The Quiet Activism of the Quilt

Hollis Chatelain, BS '80 Hollis Chatelain dreamt she was in a room the size of a football field. At the other end was a boy, bright orange and gazing direc... Read More

Final Stretch for McMichael Playground

Photo by: Brandon Eastwood Debra Ruben, associate dean and professor of interior design in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, brought in... Read More

“Look for the helpers.” That’s how Mr. Rogers’ mother counseled the cheerful children’s show host on how to face life’s challenges. The times we live in demand we pay attention to the many ways our lives are interconnected. And when we can, to also lend a hand.

Campaign for Drexel Smashes Record

Illustrations by Ryan Simpson. Photos by Gabriella Barrantes, Jeff Fusco, Halkin Photography With the support of our alumni, parents, students, employees a... Read More

Land, Talent and Science

Jeff Marrazzo (left) turned over the future of Spark Therapeutics to incoming CEO Ron Philip ’96 (right) in early 2022. Credit: Jeff Fusco, left; Courtesy Spa... Read More

How to Save the World

Against a backdrop of wildfires, floods and drought, there is cause for optimism. Drexel Dragons from all walks of life are responding to perils the planet ... Read More

A New Medical Campus in West Reading

Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health occupies the first four floors of a new six-story, 180,000-square-foot building, which was developed wit... Read More

40 under 40 2022

This procession of successful individuals in business and science, in public service, in academic pursuits, in charitable ventures and in artistic endeavors has proven, however, that one thing is constant: The influence of an experiential education remains as powerful as ever.