Did you know that under federal law, employers can discriminate against Black employees who don natural hairstyles except when they wear afros? According to Kline School of Law professor Wendy Greene, JD, LLM, an expert […]
Category: Community & Society
Tricks and Treats for Upcycling Halloween Pumpkins with Drexel’s Food Lab
Jonathan Deutsch, PhD, a professor in the Department of Food and Hospitality Management in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, and Rachel Sherman, project coordinator of the Food Lab – the College’s culinary innovation lab, shared their ideas for upcycling decorative Halloween pumpkins.
Philadelphia Region Stands Shoulder to Shoulder with World Innovators
Written by Drexel University President John Fry, this opinion piece focuses on how Philadelphia has emerged as a hotbed for entrepreneurship and innovation and the role universities play in creating this environment. Fry also makes […]
How COVID-19 Disrupted Supply Chains
From its onset, the coronavirus pandemic caused major disruptions to supply chains that led to nationwide shortages for many essential products. Consumers witnessed empty shelves when shopping for items like toilet paper, paper towels and […]
Q+A: Will They or Won’t They Play Ball in 2020?
Joel Maxcy, PhD, of LeBow College of Business, explains the struggle for MLB and its players union to agree on conditions of playing the 2020 season.
Q+A: College Athletes Are Closer to Getting Paid
Ellen Staurowsky, EdD, of LeBow College of Business, explains how the NCAA Board of Governors’ latest ruling on name, image and likeness will impact college athletes.
Wild Animals Aren’t Infiltrating Our Cities, They Live There
“Animals take to the streets amid lockdown,” reads an article recently published in the Guardian – however, the numerous claims that wildlife are reclaiming our cities, is a bit out-of-sort. Because fewer people are venturing […]
Employees Act Unethically When They Think It Benefits Employers
Have you ever had a conversation with a potential vendor or consultant about a specific service need or product specification? The salesperson ensures you that they have the precise experience and know-how to meet your […]
Q+A: Take NCAA’s Surprise Rule Change Announcement with a Grain of Salt
Last month, the NCAA unexpectedly announced a proposal to change the longstanding first-time transfer rule to allow all Division I athletes to immediately play at the new school if they meet established criteria. The announcement […]
Consumers Beware: Incidental Curiosity Can Lead to Unhealthy Eating
From movie trailers and show cliffhangers to sporting events and ads, consumers are constantly bombarded with stimuli that trigger their curiosity. The Super Bowl was no exception to that, but what most don’t know is […]