Alissa Falcone

Editor and Staff Writer
Alissa Falcone is the editor of DrexelNow and Drexel Quarterly and a staff writer who has contributed to those Drexel publications as well as Drexel Magazine and EXEL Magazine. She joined University Communications in 2013 as a communications associate and continued working full-time in 2014 after she graduated from Drexel with a bachelor’s degree in English. Alissa received her master's degree in communication from Drexel in 2017. She previously worked for Philadelphia magazine and has written for the Philadelphia Daily NewsPhilly.com and other publications. When she’s not working at her desk, she can usually be found near one of the many food trucks on Drexel’s campus … for work, obviously. She tweets at @AlissaFalcone.

Articles

Hot and cold lattes held up in front of Market Street Drexel’s Class of 2025 Drink: Dubai Chocolate Latte
From now throughout the end of June, the Pret a Manger on the University City Campus will offer hot and cold versions of the Pret x Class of 2025 signature drink.
People on a stage at graduation with a podium and Drexel seal Drexel University Restarts a Decades-Long Alumni Commencement Tradition
Justin Best is the first alumnus to speak at a University-wide Commencement in recent years. He joins generations of Dragons who have addressed Drexel graduates.`
Drexel Park with a Re:wild Your Campus certification logo. Drexel Achieves Green Grounds Certification for Campus Environment
The University was recognized for improving the sustainability of the University City Campus grounds.
Lauren Miller How an Experiential Learning Research Project Led to a Full-Time Job
After working with Aramark on a project with the Drexel Food Lab, Lauren Miller leveraged those connections and opportunities to land a job at the company after graduation.
Photographed at the Celebration of Scholarship event, from left to right: Drexel University Interim President Denis O’Brien; Dorine Adechokan, finance ’25; Ahmad Curtis, second-year finance student; and Zuleyha Kumas, finance and business law ’25. Photo credit: Kelsey McKee. Celebration of Scholarship Event Highlights Transformative Impact on Students
Scholarship supporters and student recipients came together to commemorate increased access to a Drexel University education.
The hallway entrance to 'Curiouser and Curiouser' Q&A: A Drexel Student’s ‘Curiouser and Curiouser’ Exhibition Experience
Niki Robertson, MS arts administration and museum leadership ’24, designed an exhibition that connects “Alice in Wonderland” with Drexel University’s art collection and the way art has historically been displayed to the public.
A cut-out painting of Anthony J. Drexel in front of a map labeled "The Founder's West Philly." Drexel in Philly: The Founder’s West Philly
An early resident of the new neighborhood, Anthony J. Drexel built a “Drexel Colony” for his family, developed housing for neighbors and supported local institutions — including the one he founded.
A cut-out painting of Anthony J. Drexel in front of a map labeled "The Founder's Center City." Drexel in Philly: The Founder’s Center City
Anthony J. Drexel helped finance the creation of the building now housing Reading Terminal Market and the Pennsylvania Convention Center, and his family members are connected to the opening of the Curtis Institute of Music and the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul.

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All In Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting graphic Dragons Demonstrate Fiery Voter Turnout
The university was recognized for efforts to increase voter turnout and was named an All In Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting.
Poster for Can We Talk? event on Nov. 17 at Bentley Hall from 7-9 p.m. Pennoni Honors College Introduces "Can We Talk?" Events
Students from any university can learn to have a more civil discussion with people whose views differ from theirs — just in time for Thanksgiving.
Wooden blocks that spell Resilience Resiliency Tips to Help You Make it Through the Term
College of Medicine student Megan Bradley, a trained resiliency coach, offered tips for bouncing back and through hurdles in academia.
Andrew DeLuca on Drexel's Campus Drexel University First-Year Building New Rover
Andrew DeLuca, an electrical engineering major, is working on a first-of-its-kind rover that could aid in landmine detection.
Blue and yellow graphic reading Dragon Votes Make a Difference 2022 Voting Information for the Drexel University Community
Dragons can register to vote in Pennsylvania until Oct. 24 and learn about this year's elections through events and resources on campus.
Lancaster Walk Alumna vs. Newbie: Drexel Staff Members Offer Campus and Philadelphia Recommendations
Alissa Falcone and Nat Kaemmerer have different points of view on campus and its surrounding city and came up with recommendations for students for both.
Zac Cohen cooks a trial dish. Drexel University Students and Longwood Gardens Tackle Food Sustainability and Innovation
Over the course of a term, students in the "Garden to Table Cooking" class learned how to cook and present dishes made from scratch.
STAR Showcase STAR Scholars Shine in 20th Anniversary of Undergraduate Research Program
More than 120 Drexel University students tackled advanced research and shared their findings at the STAR Showcase on Aug. 25.