Founded in 1812, the Academy of Natural Sciences is America's oldest natural history museum and is a world leader in biodiversity and environmental research. ===Drexel University Sacramento=== On January 5, 2009, Drexel University opened the Center for Graduate Studies in Sacramento, California.
It was founded in 1891 by Anthony J.
Drexel's cooperative education program (co-op) is a prominent aspect of the school's degree programs, offering students the opportunity to gain up to 18 months of paid, full-time work experience in a field relevant to their undergraduate major or graduate degree program prior to graduation. ==History== Drexel University was founded in 1891 as the Drexel Institute of Art, Science and Industry, by Philadelphia financier and philanthropist Anthony J.
LeBow College of Business history dates to the founding in 1891 of the Drexel Institute, that later became Drexel University, and of its Business Department in 1896.
The school has been ranked among the best in the world for its extensive research into matters of international trade. ====College of Engineering==== Drexel's College of Engineering is one of its oldest and largest academic colleges, and served as the original focus of the career-oriented school upon its founding in 1891.
In 2015, Bloomberg Business ranked the Kline School of Law as the second most underrated law school in the United States. ====School of Education==== One of the oldest schools within Drexel University, the modern School of Education dates back to the 1891 founding of the school.
Goodwin College of Professional Studies==== Established in 1892, the department now known as the College of Professional Studies has focused exclusively on educational programs and pursuits for nontraditional adult learners.
LeBow College of Business history dates to the founding in 1891 of the Drexel Institute, that later became Drexel University, and of its Business Department in 1896.
Prior to the publishing of a campus wide yearbook in 1911 The Hanseatic and The Eccentric were both published in 1896 as class books.
and "Mark and Jair Explain Sports". The school yearbook was first published in 1911 and named the Lexerd in 1913.
Prior to the publishing of a campus wide yearbook in 1911 The Hanseatic and The Eccentric were both published in 1896 as class books.
and "Mark and Jair Explain Sports". The school yearbook was first published in 1911 and named the Lexerd in 1913.
The central aspect of Drexel University's focus on career preparation, in the form of its cooperative education program, was introduced in 1919.
Over 75 percent of DUTV's programming is student produced. ====Publications==== The Triangle has been the university's newspaper since 1926 and currently publishes on a weekly basis every Friday. The Triangle has won several Mark of Excellence Awards which honor the best in Student Journalism from the Society of Professional Journalists.
It features over 1000 seats, and a pipe organ installed in 1928.
The Dragon has been the mascot of the school since around the mid-1920s; the first written reference to the Dragons occurred in 1928, when the football team was called "The Dragons in The Triangle".
Founded as Drexel Institute of Art, Science and Industry, it was renamed Drexel Institute of Technology in 1936, before assuming its current name in 1970. , more than 24,000 students were enrolled in over 70 undergraduate programs and more than 100 master's, doctoral, and professional programs at the university.
The institution became known as the Drexel Institute of Technology in 1936, and in 1970 the Drexel Institute of Technology gained university status, becoming Drexel University. Although there were many changes during its first century, the university's identity has been held constant as a privately controlled, non-sectarian, coeducational center of higher learning, distinguished by a commitment to practical education and hands-on experience in an occupational setting.
The school also serves as the center for biomedical research at Drexel University. ====School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems==== Founded in 1961 as the United States' first Biomedical Engineering and Science Institute, the School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems focuses on the emerging field of biomedical science at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels.
Founded as Drexel Institute of Art, Science and Industry, it was renamed Drexel Institute of Technology in 1936, before assuming its current name in 1970. , more than 24,000 students were enrolled in over 70 undergraduate programs and more than 100 master's, doctoral, and professional programs at the university.
The institution became known as the Drexel Institute of Technology in 1936, and in 1970 the Drexel Institute of Technology gained university status, becoming Drexel University. Although there were many changes during its first century, the university's identity has been held constant as a privately controlled, non-sectarian, coeducational center of higher learning, distinguished by a commitment to practical education and hands-on experience in an occupational setting.
The 424-seat Mandell Theater was built in 1973 and features a more performance-oriented stage, including a full fly system, modern stage lighting facilities, stadium seating, and accommodations for wheelchairs.
The 2008 edition ranks the University Engineering Program at #55 and in the 2009 US News Ranking, the university has moved up to the #52 position. The engineering curriculum used by the school was originally called E4 (Enhanced Educational Experience for Engineers) which was established in 1986 and funded in part by the Engineering Directorate of the National Science Foundation.
In 1988 the program evolved into tDEC (the Drexel Engineering Curriculum) which is composed of two full years of rigorous core engineering courses which encompass the freshman and sophomore years of the engineering student.
As a result, the sorority was featured in national television spots for a week and hosted an ABC party on campus, which was attended by cast members from General Hospital and All My Children. John Langdon, who taught typography in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design from 1988 to 2015, created the ambigram featured on the cover of Dan Brown's Angels & Demons; a number of other ambigrams served as the central focus of the book and its corresponding film.
In 2018, Tirthak Saha -a 2016 graduate of the ECE school - was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for achievements in the Energy field. In 1991, the university's centennial anniversary, Drexel created an association called the Drexel 100, for alumni who have demonstrated excellence work, philanthropy, or public service.
After the creation of the association 100 alumni were inducted in 1992 and since then the induction process has been on a biennial basis.
Participating students alternate periods of classroom-based study with periods of full-time, practical work experience related to their academic major and career interests. Between 1995 and 2009, Drexel University underwent a period of significant change to its programs, enrollment, and facilities under the leadership of Dr.
The institute serves as an incubator for Drexel student startups, providing resources and mentorships to students and some post-graduates who are starting their own business while enrolled in one of the Close School's degree programs or academic minors. ===Online education=== Drexel University launched its first Internet-based education program, a master's degree in Library & Information Science, in 1996.
In 2001, Drexel created its wholly owned, for-profit online education subsidiary, Drexel e-Learning, Inc., better known as Drexel University Online.
It was during this period of expansion that Drexel acquired and assumed management of the former MCP Hahnemann University, creating the Drexel University College of Medicine in 2002.
Undergraduate and graduate programs in computer science, software engineering, data science, information systems, and computer security are offered by the college. ====College of Medicine==== The Drexel University College of Medicine was added to the colleges and schools of the university in 2002, having been formed upon the acquisition of MCP Hahnemann University.
Primary research areas within the school include bioinformatics, biomechanics, biomaterials, neuroengineering, and cardiovascular engineering. ====College of Nursing and Health Professions==== Formed in 2002 along with the College of Medicine, Drexel's College of Nursing and Health Professions offers more than 25 programs to undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of nursing, nutrition, health sciences, health services, and radiologic technology.
1942, recolonized 2003) Delta Zeta, Epsilon Zeta chapter (est.
In 2004, it won two National Pacemaker Awards for excellence in college newspapers.
Collins of Boston University (now at MIT) and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. In 2004, in conjunction with BAYADA Home Health Care, Drexel University's College of Nursing and Health Professions created the BAYADA Award for Technological Innovation in Nursing Education and Practice.
The College of Engineering hasn't used the tDEC curriculum since approximately 2005. ====College of Computing and Informatics==== The College of Computing and Informatics is a recent addition to Drexel University, though its programs have been offered to students for many years.
Other publications include MAYA, the undergraduate student literary and artistic magazine; D&M Magazine, Design & Merchandising students crafted magazine; The Smart Set from Drexel University, an online magazine founded in 2005; and The Drexelist a blog-style news source founded in 2010. The Drexel Publishing Group serves as a medium for literary publishing on campus.
In 2006, the university established the Thomas R.
universities to offer a bachelor's degree in architectural engineering, and only one of five private institutions to do so. =====The Drexel Engineering Curriculum (tDEC)===== The 2006 edition of U.S.
Kline School of Law==== Upon its founding in 2006, the Thomas R.
In 2006 Drexel served as the location for ABC Family's reality show "Back on Campus".
Also in 2006, the Epsilon Zeta chapter of Delta Zeta won ABC Daytime's Summer of Fun contest.
In 2006 164 total alumni had been inducted into the association. ==Awards== Drexel University created the annual $100,000 Anthony J.
News ranks the undergraduate engineering program #57 in the country and the 2007 edition of graduate schools ranks the graduate program #61.
Although headquartered in Philadelphia, Drexel announced a new Washington, D.C., location in December 2012 to serve as both an academic and outreach center, catering to the online student population. In an effort to create greater awareness of distance learning and to recognize exceptional leaders and best practices in the field, Drexel University Online founded National Distance Learning Week, in conjunction with the United States Distance Learning Association, in 2007.
In 2007, the online education subsidiary had a revenue of $40 million.
1919, Recolonized 2007) Pi Lambda Phi, PA Delta Iota chapter (est.
Langdon was the inspiration for the name of the lead character, played by Tom Hanks in the film adaptation. In 2007, Drexel was the host of the 2008 Democratic Presidential candidate debate in Philadelphia, televised by MSNBC.
The 2008 edition ranks the University Engineering Program at #55 and in the 2009 US News Ranking, the university has moved up to the #52 position. The engineering curriculum used by the school was originally called E4 (Enhanced Educational Experience for Engineers) which was established in 1986 and funded in part by the Engineering Directorate of the National Science Foundation.
Drexel University Online won the 2008 United States Distance Learning Association's Best Practices Awards for Distance Learning Programming.
There are currently fourteen Interfraternity Council (IFC) chapters, seven Panhellenic Council (PHC) chapters and thirteen Multi-cultural Greek Council (MGC) chapters. Two IFC chapters have been awarded Top Chapters in 2008 by their respective national organizations; Pi Kappa Alpha, and Alpha Chi Rho.
2000) Delta Sigma Theta sorority, (Recolonized 2008) Iota Nu Delta fraternity, Gamma chapter (est.
Langdon was the inspiration for the name of the lead character, played by Tom Hanks in the film adaptation. In 2007, Drexel was the host of the 2008 Democratic Presidential candidate debate in Philadelphia, televised by MSNBC.
The university hosted the US Table Tennis Olympic Trials between January 10 and 13, 2008.
Participating students alternate periods of classroom-based study with periods of full-time, practical work experience related to their academic major and career interests. Between 1995 and 2009, Drexel University underwent a period of significant change to its programs, enrollment, and facilities under the leadership of Dr.
Constantine Papadakis died of pneumonia in April 2009 while still employed as the university's president.
The 2008 edition ranks the University Engineering Program at #55 and in the 2009 US News Ranking, the university has moved up to the #52 position. The engineering curriculum used by the school was originally called E4 (Enhanced Educational Experience for Engineers) which was established in 1986 and funded in part by the Engineering Directorate of the National Science Foundation.
Founded in 1812, the Academy of Natural Sciences is America's oldest natural history museum and is a world leader in biodiversity and environmental research. ===Drexel University Sacramento=== On January 5, 2009, Drexel University opened the Center for Graduate Studies in Sacramento, California.
1941, Recolonized Fall 2009) Phi Kappa Psi, PA Upsilon chapter (est.
1947, Recolonized 2009) Sigma Phi Epsilon, Pennsylvania Beta Beta chapter (est.
In September 2010, Drexel University Online received the Sloan-C award for institution-wide excellence in online education indicating that it had exceptional programs of "demonstrably high quality" at the regional and national levels and across disciplines.
Other publications include MAYA, the undergraduate student literary and artistic magazine; D&M Magazine, Design & Merchandising students crafted magazine; The Smart Set from Drexel University, an online magazine founded in 2005; and The Drexelist a blog-style news source founded in 2010. The Drexel Publishing Group serves as a medium for literary publishing on campus.
Kline School of Law, and in 2011 the School of Law achieved full accreditation by the American Bar Association. Dr.
Shuttle service is offered between the Center City Campus and both the University City and Queen Lane campuses of the university. ===The Academy of Natural Sciences=== In 2011, The Academy of Natural Sciences entered into an agreement to become a subsidiary of Drexel University.
1956, Recolonized 2011) Lambda Chi Alpha, Epsilon Kappa Zeta chapter, (est.
1945) Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, Psi chapter (Recolonized at Drexel in fall 2011) Delta Epsilon Psi fraternity, Xi chapter (est.
1926, recolonized 2011) Zeta Phi Beta ==Athletics== Drexel's school mascot is a dragon known, as "Mario the Magnificent", named in honor of alumnus and Board of Trustees member Mario V.
Drexel University also hosted the 2011 U.S.
Open Squash Championships from October 1–6, 2011, as well as the 2012 U.S.
Although headquartered in Philadelphia, Drexel announced a new Washington, D.C., location in December 2012 to serve as both an academic and outreach center, catering to the online student population. In an effort to create greater awareness of distance learning and to recognize exceptional leaders and best practices in the field, Drexel University Online founded National Distance Learning Week, in conjunction with the United States Distance Learning Association, in 2007.
Open Squash Championships from October 1–6, 2011, as well as the 2012 U.S.
Open Squash Championships from October 4–12, 2012. ==Alumni== Since its founding the university has graduated over 100,000 alumni.
The school's graduate and doctoral students are heavily invested in the research activities of the Dornsife School of Public Health, which has helped the school attract annual funding for its four research centers. ====Center for Hospitality and Sport Management==== The Center for Hospitality and Sport Management was formed in 2013, in an effort to house and consolidate academic programs in hospitality, tourism management, the culinary arts, and sport management.
It was announced in October 2013 that Drexel University Online would no longer be a for-profit venture, but rather become an internal division within the university to better serve its online student population.
In March 2013, Drexel Online had more than 7,000 unique students from all 50 states and more than 20 countries pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or certificate.
In 2013, Sigma Phi Epsilon and Alpha Epsilon Pi were awarded the Top Chapter award by their respective national headquarters. ====IFC fraternities==== Alpha Chi Rho, Lambda Chi Phi chapter (est.
The part-time MBA program ranks 1st in academic quality in the 2015 edition of Business Insider's rankings.
In 2015, Bloomberg Business ranked the Kline School of Law as the second most underrated law school in the United States. ====School of Education==== One of the oldest schools within Drexel University, the modern School of Education dates back to the 1891 founding of the school.
As a result, the sorority was featured in national television spots for a week and hosted an ABC party on campus, which was attended by cast members from General Hospital and All My Children. John Langdon, who taught typography in the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design from 1988 to 2015, created the ambigram featured on the cover of Dan Brown's Angels & Demons; a number of other ambigrams served as the central focus of the book and its corresponding film.
In 2019, it also ranked Drexel 226th among 650 national universities, liberal arts colleges and service academies, 120th among research universities, 154th among private universities, and 96th among universities in the Northeast. In 2016, Bloomberg Businessweek ranked the undergraduate business program 78th in the country.
In 2018, Tirthak Saha -a 2016 graduate of the ECE school - was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for achievements in the Energy field. In 1991, the university's centennial anniversary, Drexel created an association called the Drexel 100, for alumni who have demonstrated excellence work, philanthropy, or public service.
1965, Recolonized 2017) Sigma Alpha Mu, Mu Eta chapter, (est.
The university was ranked 51st in the 2018 edition of the "Top 100 Worldwide Universities Granted U.S.
In 2018, Tirthak Saha -a 2016 graduate of the ECE school - was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for achievements in the Energy field. In 1991, the university's centennial anniversary, Drexel created an association called the Drexel 100, for alumni who have demonstrated excellence work, philanthropy, or public service.
In 2019, it also ranked Drexel 226th among 650 national universities, liberal arts colleges and service academies, 120th among research universities, 154th among private universities, and 96th among universities in the Northeast. In 2016, Bloomberg Businessweek ranked the undergraduate business program 78th in the country.
In December 2019 The Triangle announced the creation of their podcasting division, "Tri-Pod,", which debuted on January 10, 2020.
Lebow College of Business's Master of Finance program is ranked 101st in the world by the 2020 QS World University Rankings. =====School of Economics===== Economics programs at the LeBow College of Business are housed within the School of Economics.
In December 2019 The Triangle announced the creation of their podcasting division, "Tri-Pod,", which debuted on January 10, 2020.
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