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Drexel Archives Present Frank Thomson Papers

Drexel Archives Present Frank Thomson Papers

Representatives of the University Archives held an opening reception Wednesday for their exhibition, “The Rebels, the Russian and the Railroad: The Life and Times of Frank Thomson,” which will be on display in Hagerty Library until August 20.

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Ride With Pride: Bike Enthusiasts Apply

The phrase “it’s just like riding a bike!” is arguably one of history’s most used adages when reaffirming the ease of relearning an ability. Why is this? Riding a bike is not only a fun way to exercise and get outdoors, but easy to learn or pick-up at any age.

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Not-to-Miss in Philadelphia: Summer 2010

In Philadelphia for the summer term with nothing to do and no good ideas? Other than enduring the crowded, hot drive to the beach every single weekend, we’ve uncovered the following two unique events to try something new and beat that inevitable summer boredom!

Treblemakers Close Out Year with Final Concert

Treblemakers Close Out Year with Final Concert

The Treblemakers, Drexel’s women’s a cappella group, held their final concert of the 2009-2010 school year Saturday night, with men’s group 8 to the Bar as the opening act.

Dragon Cards: Convenient for Students and Merchants

Dragon Cards: Convenient for Students and Merchants

One card that can be used for access into all Drexel buildings, for purchasing meals at favorite restaurants or online, to go to the gym, to get a haircut is meant to make spending and budgeting easier for students, faculty and staff.

Drexel Students Need Bigger Library

Drexel Students Need Bigger Library

Students planned a library “study-in” on May 7 to show that the W.W. Hagerty Library, located on 33rd and Market streets, has to grow.

Philadelphia's own Free Energy!

Free Energy Concert Review

Yet Free Energy is able to walk this line without collapsing into either side, creating a very much universally appealing sound that appeals to not only different genres, but also different generations entirely. A throwback to a time when rock and pop seemed to be inseparable, Free Energy’s set then was full of a showmanship that has long been missing from live shows, with the front man, Paul Sprangers, pacing the stage and pointing out towards girls in the audience.

Fitting Health into a Fast-Paced Lifestyle

Fitting Health into a Fast-Paced Lifestyle

In a world filled with classes, meetings, and social events, life can often feel like a whirlwind. Small changes make a big difference. Making minor tweaks when it comes to food preparation, moderation, and exercise will help young adults keep their energy levels high to support a fast-paced lifestyle.

Race Street lawn still has snow on it the day after the Winter in Spring event.

Students Enjoy “Winter in Spring” Courtesy of Good Idea Fund

About 100 Drexel students gathered on the Race Street lawn Friday to kick off Memorial Day Weekend with food, music and a pile of artificial snow.

Students Discuss Sexual Health with Community Educator

Students Discuss Sexual Health with Community Educator

Fear is the primary reason many people live unsatisfying or unsafe sex lives, according to health educator Beth Filla, who spoke to 15 Drexel students May 11 at a discussion sponsored by the Women’s Studies Program.