Interim Dean, Caspersen School of Graduate Studies When I think of the “interim” in Interim Dean, I think of John Bicknell, the architect of the modern English Department at Drew.  When I began my career at Drew in 1970, I was a twenty-six year old, brand new Ph.D. and Assistant Professor.  John was my mentor.  [...]

Dean of the College of Liberal Arts The fall 2011 semester began with 454 new first year students, the third consecutive year with over 450 new first-year students. Add another 39 transfer students, and that’s nearly 500 new students on campus this fall. Total enrollment in the College is now approximately 1,725, and we expect [...]

An interview with Camper Bull C’91, President, and Sigourney Giblin C’06, Vice-President. What is the College Alumni Association? Sigourney: We’re a group of Drew graduates with many interests and a variety of backgrounds, but we all have one thing in common: each of us had a valuable experience at our alma mater, and we’re eager [...]

Findings • Overall, alumni have a positive opinion of Drew with 84% reporting a “very positive” or “somewhat positive” attitude toward the University. • A positive student experience is the top motivator to give back, with 86% of respondents selecting “agree” or “strongly agree”. • Supporting students with financial need (80%) and improving academic programs [...]

There was a time, not too long ago, when the word sustainability was rarely used on most college and university campuses.  But now, sustainability is central to the plans and operations of most schools.  Campus leaders have begun to not only enter into the discussion, but also make the connection between environmentally sustainable actions and [...]

As the honorary chair of the Drew Society, which recognizes leadership annual gifts, Douglas J. Schneller C’84 says his involvement was motivated by his experience as an undergraduate. “I loved Drew,” Doug recalls, “and thought the academics were outstanding. I also formed some of the most important friendships of my life.” Currently a transactional attorney, [...]

Dean of Libraries A few years ago a visitor to campus walked into the Library, observed students working at terminals or leaning into laptops, didn’t see many book stacks, and muttered, “What happened to the Library?”  His bewilderment betrayed him as a latter-day Rip Van Winkle who had slept through the digital revolution.  The explosive [...]

Dean, Drew Theological School I am blessed! Almost every Sunday since joining the Drew community, I have had the opportunity to worship with our alumni and their congregations. I have been welcomed into their churches with open arms and warm hearts to share with them in prayer, communion, and fellowship. Each congregation is unique. Each [...]

Meet Adijat Mustapha, one of Drew’s many Dialers who picks up the phone each night to call alumni.   A senior in the College of Liberal Arts, the Orange, NJ native is a double major in Psychology and French.  Her studies