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“May you come safely through the war,” wrote Professor Earl Aldrich in a personal note to Gilbert Holmberg in March 1944 as the former student prepared to report for naval duty in WWII. Holmberg was one of many students in the V-12, a program that provided liberal arts education to future naval officers. He took [...]
Dean of Campus Life and Student Affairs As I write this article, The Mighty OC is making last minute preparations for its annual auction. The excitement is building across campus to see who will be the highest bidder for the coveted underclassman parking pass. The OC is an energetic and enthusiastic group of students responsible [...]
Last fall graduates from the College of Liberal Arts classes of 2000 – 2010 were invited to take part in a survey about their educational experience at Drew, specifically professional and graduate school preparation and outcomes. Over 450 alumni participated in the survey that was conducted in partnership with EduVentures, the industry leader in higher [...]
President Weisbuch recently announced that Robert Ready has been appointed Dean of the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies. In making his announcement, Weisbuch stressed that “As the University seeks to achieve greater impact from our graduate programs, we are fortunate to have a leader of Bob’s experience, and personal and intellectual qualities.” Ready, who is [...]
The first year of college, especially the first semester, is not an easy time for students. However, research shows that this is also a crucial moment to get students involved and engaged in order to assure a successful undergraduate experience. So, when the College of Liberal Arts revamped its General Education program a few years [...]
Professor of English and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement In 1947, President Truman’s Commission on Higher Education concluded that “Long ago our people recognized that education for all is not only democracy’s obligation but its necessity. Education is the foundation of democratic liberties. Without an educated citizenry alert to preserve and extend freedom, [...]
Director of Off Campus and International Programs When Audrey Hepburn – Princess Ann in the cinematic classic “Roman Holiday” – trades her position of royalty for that of curious traveler she impulsively decides to cut her hair. “Are you sure, Miss?” asks the incredulous Italian hairdresser. “I’m quite sure, thank you.” Hepburn insists. The resulting [...]
President If you’ve attended an event at Drew in recent years, you may have heard me borrowing from the Romantic poet William Wordsworth: “What we have loved, others will love, and we will teach them how.” While Wordsworth was speaking of living in nature, I have re-purposed his verse to describe our shared affection for [...]
Each year since graduation, we appreciate our Drew education more and more. We think about the extraordinary professors who really cared about challenging us to succeed. We recognize that opportunities like DIS, Ranger teams, and DUDS helped us grow as people and build lasting friendships. In so many ways, Drew prepared us for graduate school, [...]
Assistant Vice President, Alumni & Parent Relations Dear Drew Family, I am thrilled to be one of your newest community members and have truly enjoyed the past few months getting to meet the students, faculty and alumni of this great university. I also appreciate the opportunity to share some news on current activities and upcoming [...]