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December 8, 2023
Drew University Raises Money for Wounded Warrior Project
Part of the school’s honoring of Veterans Day
November 16, 2023
Reinvigorated Drew University Sociology Club Tours Ellis Island
The club has seen successes in programming, recruitment
November 9, 2023
Drew University Welcomes Artist-in-Residence Smita Sen
Grief Body Semiotics on view through December 1
October 25, 2023
Drew University Staff Member and Student Earn Awards for Dysgraphia Support, Awareness
Dana Giroux was nominated by Cieran Plancer-Murphy C’26 for work addressing the writing disorder
October 16, 2023
Drew University Introduces New Zen Den to Address Student Stress
"Students can come in and just be."
August 28, 2023
Record-Setting Number of New Drew University Students Move In, Get Oriented, Tour Madison
Historic first-year undergraduate class, record number of transfer students arrive
August 27, 2023
Faculty, Staff, Coaches Share Memories of Their First Day of Classes at Drew University
Alums felt at home despite nerves on their first days, now welcome the excitement of a new year
August 27, 2023
Faculty, Staff, Coaches Share Memories of Their First Day of Classes at Drew University
Alums recall excitement, nerves on their first days, and using lessons learned to guide first-year students
June 21, 2023
Drew University Earns Praise for LGBTQ+ Inclusion
Campus Pride Index gave Drew 4.5 stars as the LGBTQ+ campus experience evolves
May 24, 2023
Drew’s AfriSCaD Hosts Rites of Passage Graduation Ceremony
The African student caucus celebrates graduating members
May 3, 2023
Drew University Students Brave the Bear Den
Students present and pitch product and business ideas to Drew faculty, alums, and industry experts
May 3, 2023
Drew Action Scholars Make an Impact for the Common Good
The annual Town Hall provides a forum for discovery and discussion
May 1, 2023
Drew Theological School Welcomes Prospective Students from Near and Far
The semi-annual Open Doors event boasts the largest attendance since 2019
April 27, 2023
Drew University Celebrates Leaders Taking Action for the Common Good
Students, faculty, and staff recognized at the annual Civic Engagement Showcase and Awards
April 26, 2023
Drew University Celebrates Earth Day
A University-wide mission towards environmentalism
April 24, 2023
Writers@Drew Welcomes Poet Ann E. Wallace C’92
Alum, author, poet laureate, professor
April 18, 2023
Drew University’s Day of Scholars Puts Student Research on Display
More than 50 student groups presented posters on their scholarly research
April 17, 2023
Writers@Drew Welcomes Author Lynn Steger Strong
Strong also teaches at Columbia University and Bates College April 2023 – Writers@Drew welcomed Lynn Steger Strong, author of the novels Hold Still, Want, and a new family saga titled Flight to Drew University to read from her works and answer questions. The author has also published criticism in the New York Times, New York […]
April 7, 2023
Drew Theological School Celebrates the Installment of Dean Edwin David Aponte
“We identified the right leader at the right time officially into our circle”
April 7, 2023
Drew Theological School Hosts Racial Justice and Restorative Work Panel Discussion
Kicking-off a two-day celebration surrounding the Installation of Dean Edwin David Aponte
April 7, 2023
Drew University Holds Worldwide Climate Teach-In
Strengthening Community Environmental Partnerships
March 29, 2023
Writers@Drew Welcomes Patrick Phillips and Kannan Mahadevan
Former and current Drew University professors take center stage
March 23, 2023
Drew’s Center for Civic Engagement Hosts Empowerment and Student Leadership Panel Discussion
Students reflect on gender empowerment in honor of Women’s History Month
March 22, 2023
Drew University’s The Fund Provides Real Returns on Investment
Harrison Neal C’23, Luis Enrique Lopez Rios C’24, and Kathleen Frazier C’24 offer an inside look into the University’s student-run investment portfolio
March 9, 2023
Drew University Students Launch Their Majors
Eden Linton C'24 provides a student view of the student-centered event guiding students to make major choices
March 3, 2023
Drew University Welcomes Kaiama Glover
The scholar presented Caribbean Digital Praxis, a look into the digital humanities
March 1, 2023
Drew University Welcomes Ruha Benjamin
The author, professor, visits with students, talks racial justice with the community
February 27, 2023
Drew University Mixes it Up with Michael Twitty
The renowned culinary historian and food writer explores food and history with the Drew community
February 6, 2023
Drew Theological School Celebrates the Release of “Let My People Live” by Professor Kenneth Ngwa
Hosted by Drew’s Women’s Ministerial Alliance in commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
February 2, 2023
A Look at Drew University’s Revitalized Pan-African Studies Program
Drew will celebrate Black History Month with a number of campus events and guest speakers
February 1, 2023
Drew Family Ties: The Orefice Family
“Being a legacy student means that Drew will forever be a part of my life”
January 20, 2023
Samantha Haase C’25 Gets Her Wish, at Long Last
Haase has used music and positivity to find her way through a high school cancer diagnosis
December 19, 2022
Want To Overcome Unconscious Bias? Join the Club
Professor Roger Knowles writes in Discourse Magazine
December 14, 2022
Drew University Celebrates January 2023 Graduates
Intimate ceremony honors 51 grads
December 12, 2022
Drew University Students Step Into the Shark Tank
Sarah Szuchman C'24 takes us through the event
December 5, 2022
Elliot Franklyn C’25 Curates Exhibit for Drew University Special Collections & Archives
The sophomore got hands-on research experience creating his Bible exhibit
November 15, 2022
Drew University Remains a Top 10 School for International Student Enrollment
School ranks seventh in U.S. among baccalaureate colleges
November 14, 2022
Drew University Hosts High Schoolers at Filmmaking Bootcamp
FilmBoot24 brought Orange High Schoolers to campus for a filmmaking crash course
November 1, 2022
The Princeton Review Names Drew University to Guide to Green Colleges List
Listed schools earned high marks on environmental awareness, preparedness, and programs of study
October 31, 2022
Drew University Hosts New Jersey District 11 Congressional Debate
Rachel Herrera C'22 provides a student's view of the event in Drew's Concert Hall
September 30, 2022
Drew University’s Writers@Drew Welcomes Authors on Reproductive Freedom
Editor, contributors to I Know What’s Best for You: Stories of Reproductive Freedom share insights with students
September 5, 2022
Drew Theological School Dean Edwin David Aponte Preaches Opening Chapel Service
The new dean continued the long-standing tradition of preaching the first chapel service of the academic year
August 29, 2022
Drew University Welcomes Class of 2026
The first-year class moves in, gets oriented, and makes friends
May 31, 2022
Drew University Transfer Story: Angelia Lobifaro C’22 Sought Small Classes, Research Opportunities
"[Professors] go above and beyond for their students and truly care about your learning experience."
May 19, 2022
Drew University Transfer Olivia Mango C’22 Sought Out a Small School Vibe
"I loved how easily I could talk with professors outside the classroom and even made lasting connections with some who have inspired my current career path."
May 11, 2022
Transfer Kaitlyn Veliz C’22, G’23 Found the Professor Mentorship She Wanted at Drew University
"I wouldn't be just another student to my professors. They'd know exactly who I was."
May 11, 2022
Christina Rodden C’24 Wanted an Interdisciplinary Education. Enter Drew University
"The faculty make themselves completely available, they encourage all of your interests, and the students are incredibly friendly."
April 25, 2022
Drew Action Scholars Address Big Problems
First-year students present plans, actions, and approaches to crucial issues at the annual Town Hall event
April 14, 2022
Students Take a Trip Into the Past at Drew University Special Collections
Art history capstone students visited the school's Special Collections and University Archives to learn about the history of collecting
April 11, 2022
Drew University Celebrates the Student Community of Learners During Day of Scholars
The annual student-centered event returns to an in-person format
March 30, 2022
A Fresh Look at Drew University’s Center for Career Development
"We want students and alums to have all of the tools they need to navigate their career journeys with confidence"
March 24, 2022
The Drew Forum Presents Stuart Stevens and Rick Wilson
The duo discussed democracy in a post Trump era
March 15, 2022
Nick Russo C’13, G’14 Brings Drew University Experience to Georgetown
"Whenever I meet with students, I try to make our discussions transformational, not transactional, which mimics the same that I received from Drew"
March 8, 2022
Rosie Grasso C’21 Found Her Academic, Career Passion in Drew University’s Business Program
Grasso is now a financial analyst in NYC
March 2, 2022
Drew University Students Discuss Ukraine-Russia War
President, professor, dean join students at emotional gathering
February 23, 2022
Jack Crowley C’18, G’20 Flourishes in Drew University’s Undergrad, Grad Business and Finance Programs
Crowley found his way in the classroom and in his career path after transferring to Drew
January 21, 2022
The Drew Forum Welcomes Valerie Jarrett
The longest-serving senior advisor in presidential history offers lessons on the importance of finding your voice
January 21, 2022
Drew University Honors MLK with Day of Service
Former Drew professor Dr. Kesha Moore delivers keynote address
January 19, 2022
Drew University Student Discovers, Pursues His Passion
André Sabbag C'22 became enthralled with photography while exploring theatre arts
November 23, 2021
Drew University Event Tackles Asian American Discrimination, Representation
Social activist and UMD Prof. Janelle Wong leads important discussion
November 15, 2021
Drew University Climbs in International Student Enrollment Ranking
School ranks fourth in U.S. among baccalaureate colleges
November 8, 2021
Drew University First-Year Students Hear About Majors From Juniors, Seniors
"Launch Your Major Day" in first-year seminars give students a feel for their options
October 29, 2021
Drew University to Welcome Maggie Haberman to Drew Forum
Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times White House correspondent and CNN political analyst
September 13, 2021
Drew University Students Get RADical Help in Transition to College
RADical Health program builds resiliency, coping skills
August 30, 2021
Drew University Welcomes Class of 2025
The Forest fills with new students during first-year orientation
July 15, 2021
Drew University Receives $500,000 Grant in Federal COVID-19 Funding
Governor Phil Murphy announced allocation of funds to support college students
April 26, 2021
Drew University Announces Vaccine Requirement For 2021-22 Academic Year
Students planning to be on campus will be required to present evidence of immunization
March 25, 2021
Drew University Announces Plans for In-Person Fall 2021 Semester
President Schwarz urges vaccination, adherence to CDC guidelines
March 22, 2021
Drew University Students Produce Virtual Play “Monstress”
NYC Semester on Theatre students worked virtually with the Tectonic Theater Project
March 16, 2021
Drew University Marks One Year of COVID-19
University faces challenges of pandemic with spirit of care, dedication, creativity
February 4, 2021
Drew University Celebrates Black History Month
Virtual and on-campus events throughout the month
January 11, 2021
The Drew First-Year Seminar: Building Community when It’s Needed Most
DSEM courses go above and beyond in difficult year
November 30, 2020
TEDxDrewUniversity Reflects on “The Good of 2020”
Virtual event creates a place of community for Drew students
November 16, 2020
Drew Improves Lofty International Enrollment Ranking
No. 6 in the nation among baccalaureate colleges
November 11, 2020
Drew University Announces Plan to Be Smoke-Free Campus
Campus will be entirely smoke, tobacco, and nicotine-free as of January 1, 2021
October 21, 2020
Drew Counseling Center Steps Up
Students get support through virtual programs, Zoom sessions, and Instagram
October 5, 2020
Drew’s First Virtual Play Hits the “Stage”
Head video editor of Snapshot discusses the experience
September 16, 2020
Introducing the 2020 Launch Communities Expo
Students can build networks, pursue immersive experiences
August 20, 2020
Drew University Interim President Thomas J. Schwarz Takes Office
Looks to build on Drew's recent success amid challenging climate
August 18, 2020
Drew University Named One of The Princeton Review’s Best Colleges
Earns Top 20 praise from students for theater, inclusion
June 1, 2020
Deferred Class of 2020 Commencement Pushed Back
Hope to announce new target date in coming months
May 23, 2020
Drew University Intends to Begin Fall Semester on Campus
Planning for a flexible approach to teaching/learning, mix of in-person and virtual instruction
May 3, 2020
Drew Student Employee of the Year Gets National Recognition
Jessica Corujo C'20 represents New Jersey in national competition
April 29, 2020
Drew University Wins New Jersey Flu Vaccination Challenge
Drew has highest rate of students receiving the flu vaccine among small colleges
March 26, 2020