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Ted Johnsen '07 has been documenting student and academic life at Drew and beyond. Travel with him to Cairo on a Drew International Seminar. Go inside the UN as part of our United Nations Semester. Meet the students who had the chance to put former British Prime Minister Tony Blair on the hot seat... And be sure to check back often. New reports are added throughout the year.
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Drew theater alums make debut on the international stage
For most of the people involved with 3 Boys, their acting career at Drew is over. But Ted Johnsen visited with the cast of 3 Boys as they prepare for their careers beyond Drew at International Fringe Festival in New York City.
Life After Drew: '08 grad takes music degree to new levels
From the College Light Opera Company in Massachusetts to the Metropolitan Opera in New York, Jonathan Brennand is making his mark in music. Ted Johnsen spent a day on Cape Cod with Brennand as he was preparing for a major performance.
NJ's brightest teens study science at Drew
New Jersey's Governor's School in the Sciences is a very prestigious program for rising high school seniors. As Ted Johnsen discovered, the students are immersed in intense college-level research.
Life After Drew: '02 grad shows off artistic side in Mexico
Omar Rodriguez-Graham didn't always want to be a painter, but after dabbling in other areas, he decided that it was his calling. Ted Johnsen caught up with him at his art studio in Mexico City.
Life After Drew: '09 grad continues research on the brain
Max Greger-Moser knows his job is cooler than most. Ted Johnsen visited him at his lab at Yale where he analyzes the brain activity in children.
Life After Drew: '01 grad makes chemistry his career
Following his time at Drew, there was little doubt in Anthony Chianese's mind that he wanted to become a chemistry professor. And as he told Ted Johnsen, his time at Drew gave him a good idea as to where he wanted to work.
Life After Drew: Alum helps Newt Gingrich achieve goals
Joe DeSantis had an interest in Newt Gingrich ever since he was a young child. Many years later, he works for him. Ted Johnsen caught up with him in Washington to talk about his job, and how his time at Drew helped him.
Drew students learn ins and outs of Wall Street
Drew students are taking a serious look at our economy, and what brought about the collapse. Ted Johnsen spent a day with Drew's Wall Street Semester to find out what its all about.
Drew theater students bring talents to Newark
Some of Drew's theater students spent the semester working with teenagers from Newark. Ted Johnsen gives us a look inside the unique course offering.
Michael Lewis gives Drew grads advice
Drew welcomed a well-known author to the forest for its Commencement this year. Ted Johnsen had the chance to sit down with Michael Lewis prior to his address to the Class of 2010.
Drew Students Donate Kits for Haiti Relief
When the earthquake struck Haiti, cities and towns were leveled. But as Ted Johnsen reports, the Drew community gathered together to provide some help.
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Art Students Prepare for Final Show
Every year a select number of senior art majors put together a final art show. And as Ted Johnsen found out, this year's show could be one of the best.
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Honors students listen to Kofi Annan
The Baldwin Honors students had the rare chance to sit in on a class taught by Former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan. And, as Ted Johnsen reports, the students were impressed by the whole experience.
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Kofi Annan visits Drew
Drew has the longest-running UN Semester in the country, but it has never hosted a current or former Secretary General, until recently. Ted Johnsen sat down with former Secretary General, Kofi Annan, to talk about life after the UN.
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Biology students spend break studying in Belize
For many students, spring break is a time to take a break from learning. But Ted Johnsen introduces us to two biology students who went on a very unique and fulfilling spring break trip.
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Drew students prepare for play opening
"As You Like It" can soon be seen at The Shakespeare Theater on campus. Ted Johnsen has a preview of this student-run show.
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5 year-olds make their Final Four predictions
With the Men's basketball Final Four less than a week away, much of the country is eagerly waiting to see who will be crowned the NCAA Champion. Ted Johnsen spent the morning at the Child Development Center, and got the picks of the 5-year-old experts.
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Drew releases details of UC renovation
Drew has been planning to renovate its University Center for three years. And, as Ted Johnsen, reports, those plans are about to become reality.
Contestants get ready for Mr Drew
It has become one of the most popular student-run events on campus, and with the Mr. Drew competition just days away, the forest is buzzing with excitement. Ted Johnsen has the much anticipated preview.
Visiting professor lives in exile, wife awaits return
Saad-Eddin Ibrahim has been teaching at Drew this year, but his story runs much deeper than that. Ted Johnsen visited with his wife in Cairo and has their story.
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Unique science program gives Drew students an edge
As Ted Johnsen reports, Drew has a unique science program that allows students to take their studies to the next level.
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English professor receives accolades for new book
According to a recent publication, Tiphanie Yanique has been called one of the top 16 up-and-coming cultural figures in the USA. As Ted Johnsen reports, she's taking her new "fame" one step at a time.
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Drew student talks about time in the military
Drew students come from all walks of life. But as Ted Johnsen reports, Lance Wirsing's path to Drew is unique.
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Drew grad looks back ten years on Jeopardy win
Janet Wong entered the spring semester of her senior year having done something few can even imagine. But as Ted Johnsen found out, winning Jeopardy's College Championship didn't faze her a bit.
Drew students volunteer in New Orleans
New Orleans may have just won the Super Bowl, but the city still is struggling to rebuild from the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina. Ted Johnsen shows us what a group of Drew students did when they went down there over winter break.
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Tony Blair speaks at Drew
It was a packed house at Drew's Simon Forum, when former British Prime Minister Tony Blair spoke. A few Drew students had the chance to meet him and ask him a question following his speech, Ted Johnsen has their story.
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Dorm Room Contest Pays Off
More than 100 freshmen competed in the Best Decorated Dorm Room Contest. And as Ted Johnsen reports, it was a win-win situation for everyone.
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New dorm gets high marks for being green
After building a dorm with the hopes of keeping it as green as possible, Drew has been awarded a certification that puts McLendon Hall head and shoulders above the rest. Ted Johnsen tells us more.
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Egypt DIS - Day 5
After a week in Egypt, Ted Johnsen wraps up his trip. Plus, he shows us some unseen footage.
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Egypt DIS - Day 4
The Drew students in Egypt had an eye opening experience, and saw a whole new side of Cairo. Ted Johnsen is traveling with the group and shows us where they went.
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Egypt DIS - Day 3
Drew International Seminars depend on strong faculty to lead the way. Drew's Egypt DIS is no exception. Ted Johnsen introduces us to Professor Chris Taylor.
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Egypt DIS - Day 2
Following a stop at the Pyramids, its down to business for the Drew students traveling to Cairo, Egypt, as part of their service-learning Drew International Seminar. Ted Johnsen reports from Cairo.
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Egypt DIS - Egypt DIS - Day 1
Students traveling on a Drew International Seminar in Egypt stopped off at the Pyramids. Ted Johnsen is traveling with them and shows us what they saw.
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UN Semester shows longevity
The UN Semester is a long standing tradition at Drew University. And, as Ted Johnsen found out, it continues to leave lasting impressions on students.
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Women's Basketball sets new path
Basketball at Drew hasn't always been a bright spot. But as Ted Johnsen reports, the women's team is glowing with excitement, following a surprising start to the season.
Students Show Off Art at Annual Event
Artwork from the fall semester is on display at The Dorothy Young Center for the Arts. Ted Johnsen has a preview to the opening of Drew's Student Art Show.
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Freshman gives Ranger Athletes a Voice
Drew University basketball games have rarely garnered much attention outside the walls of the Baldwin Gym. As Ted Johnsen reports, one Drew student is hoping his play-by-play announcing changes that.
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