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November

Revving Up Vision: Optometric Education Takes the Fast Lane in Indianapolis

Volunteering at Special Olympics Reaffirms Career Choices for Students

Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Pennsylvania Ear Institute Celebrates 20 Years of Service and Education

Accolades for Orthotics and Prosthetics Student's Community Service Activities

Wendy Batista, OD '10

Dr. Jonette Owen Named George S. Osborne Award Winner by Pennsylvania Academy of Audiology

Puppy Love: Orientation and Mobility Students Attend Guide Dog Training

Medical Mission Trip More Than Just Geography for Orthotics and Prosthetics Faculty Member

New Faculty: Karan Johal, OD, Resident '24

Brianna Brim Recognized with Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association Award

Physician Assistant Service Trip to Guatemala an 'Amazing Experience'

October

New Interim Optometry Dean Ready to Move the Program Forward

Historic Commencement: They'll Be No Forgetting the Class of 2024

No Shortage of Emotions for the Donning of Long White Coats

University Named a 2024 Diversity Award Winner

Service Learning Equals Meaningful Skills for Optometry Students

Students at Leisure (SAL): Yi-No 'Liz' Luan '28AUD - ReSweets by Liz

Inaugural 'Wonderland' Event Benefits Orthotics and Prosthetic Students

Interim Dean for the Pennsylvania College of Optometry Announced

September

Interprofessional Collaborative Practice Badge Program

Security Director Remembered with Dedication Ceremony 

Bidding Adieu to Longtime Financial Chief, Don Kates

Where Are They Now: David Baptiste, OD '96

Shilpi Banerjee: New Director of Distance Education for Osborne Audiology

Robert Vanderyajt, OD ‘83

‘Un-Belize-Able' Experience During Recent Student Service Trip

Audiology Alum Selected for Rare Air Force Role

Jeffrey Weaver, OD ‘85

Speech-Language Pathology Receives Stellar Reaccreditation Report 

Where Are They Now: Frank Wartinger, AuD ‘11

A Look at Drexel's College of Nursing and Health Professions

University Development Day Highlighted Faculty Achievements

August

Riya Paranthan, OD ‘14, is New Alumni Association President

Diane Adamczyk, OD ‘85

Faculty Members Get Groundbreaking Research Study Published

Audiology Learning Experience: The Perfect Introduction to the Profession

A Banner Day: Salus Flies the Drexel Flag for the First Time  

Allison Wethey, MMS ‘19

Kaitlyn Dietz Joins Speech-Language Pathology Faculty

White Coat Ceremony Welcomes New Students into Noble Healthcare Professions 

New, Returning Students Welcomed by President Michael Mittelman

Daniel Hoffman, OD ‘24, Resident ‘25, Named 2024 William Feinbloom Low Vision Award Winner

Alvah Cayton IV, OD ‘08

Orthotics and Prosthetics Students Bring Hope and Happiness to Patients in Ecuador

Marcy Graboyes Retires After 42-Year Career

International Students Take Home a Wealth of Knowledge from Audiology Workshops 

Q&A: What Happens Now After Drexel and Salus Have Merged?

Johnnie Bass, AuD ‘05

Taiwan Students Get the Full Academic and Cultural Experience

Summer Enrichment Program Prepares Students for the Rigors of Grad School  

July

Amanda Legge, OD ‘12: 2024 Special Recognition Alumna of the Year Award

Nikhil Bansal, OD ‘20, Joins Optometry Faculty

Audiology Alumna of the Year 2022: Kimberly M. Cavitt, AuD ’05

Howard Stromwasser, OD ‘74

Brian Urban, AuD ‘06: 2024 Audiology Alumni of the Year Award

Blindness and Low Vision Studies Alumna of the Year 2024: Carlton Anne Cook Walker, MEd ‘11

New Orthotics and Prosthetics Faculty Member

National Optometric Association Conference Took Over Philadelphia

Audiology Alumna of the Year 2020: Kathryn Dowd, AuD ‘08

Optometry Learning Experience Draws Increased Interest from Participants

Ribbon Cut on New and Improved Mobile Unit for Healthcare Resources

Optometry Student Finishes Fourth in National Quiz Bowl

Edward Melman, OD ‘81

Hearing the Echoes of Excellence: 25 Years of Osborne Audiology

Q&A with Drexel President John Fry

Speech Language Pathology 2024 Alumna of the Year: Lauren Bevan, MS ‘17

In Memoriam: Spring 2024

Class Notes: Spring 2024

From President Mittelman: Celebrating Our Achievements

June

Identifying the Campus Climate

Alumni Association President’s Message

Ashley Anderson joins Occupational Therapy Faculty

Evan Schulz, MMS ‘19: 2024 Physician Assistant Alumni of the Year Award

2024 Salus Awards Gala Celebrates the Best of the Best

Speech-Language Pathology Post-bacc Students Discuss the Career Pivot to SLP

Where Are They Now: Lauren DeAngelo, MSOT ‘23

Audiology Alumna of the Year 2023: Amanda Marchegiani, AuD ’10

25 Stories for 25 Years: Greg Butcher, AuD ‘19

Benjamin Lane, OD ‘58

Audiology Distance Education Icon Dr. Giri Sundar to Retire

Where Are They Now: Connor Warren, MSOT ‘19

Presidential Medals, Alumni of the Year Awards Presented to Distinguished Group

Celebrating the Class of 2024 at the Ninth Annual Residents' Day

Conference Round-Up: Spring 2024

Audiology Alumna of the Year 2021: Jonette B. Owen, AuD ‘03

May

Stephen Rudnick, OD ‘71

Where Are They Now: Amber Fessler, OTD ‘20

Presidential Medal of Honor 2024: Paul B. Freeman, OD ‘74

Drexel President Fry to Graduates: Character and Integrity Still Matter

New Articulation Agreement with DeSales University

Presidential Medal of Honor 2024: Rita Chaiken, AuD ‘03

Commencement 2024: Post-bacc Program a Foundation for Success

Presidential Medal of Honor 2024: Jim Saviola, OD ‘85

Commencement 2024: Through Adversity Comes Strength — Dr. Rajan’s PhD Journey

Commencement 2024: Visually Impaired Children Inspired Mom to Go Back to School

Drexel President to Deliver Keynote at 128th Commencement

Dr. Mittelman Accepts Inaugural Aerospace Optometry Award Named in His Honor

Occupational Therapy Level Two Fieldwork Experience

Where Are They Now: Alicia Reiser, OTD ‘18

From Drexel To Salus, (Almost) Back to Drexel: Emily Damico ‘24PA and Momina Khan '24PA

Looking to Make a Career Change? Enroll in the SLP Post-bacc Program

The Red Carpet is Rolled Out on Accepted Student Days

Speech-Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy Students Unite with Arcadia University

Connie Chronister, OD ‘86, MS ‘86, Resident ‘87

April

PA Olympics Take on a Special Meaning This Year

O&P Students Gain Hands-on Experience During Humanitarian Trip to Kenya

‘Meritorious’ Honors for Two SLP Capstone Posters at PSHA Convention

Where Are They Now: Alexander Paluzzi, MSOT ‘21

A 'Hail Mary' Decides Optometry's Quiz Bowl

Alumnus of the Year: 2016 Edition - Dr. Kathy Foltner

Low Vision Rehab and Research Conference Draws a Diverse Crowd

Hearing the Echoes of Excellence: 25 Years of Osborne Audiology

University Counselor Pens ‘The Art of Healing’

Audiology Students Get Rousing Sendoff for Externships

Fashion Friday: Sarah Salem ‘25AUD

Physician Assistant/Associate (PA) Studies Quick Facts

Annual Match Day Brings Anticipation, Nervousness

Where Are They Now: Emily Hamilton, MSOT ‘21

Safety First When it Comes to Viewing the Eclipse

Speech-Language Pathology Students Utilize Capstone Project for Advocacy

Surpin, Dr. Artis Retire from Board of Trustees

March

Notice of Merger of Salus University into Drexel University: Current Students

Young Alumni: Jonathan Zobek, MEd ‘22

Nancy Griffin Retires After 46 Years: ‘She Touched the Lives of Many’

Orthotics and Prosthetics Program Earns Initial Accreditation

Hands-On Experiences for Speech-Language Pathology Students

Salus Sponsors Two SEPCHE events

Where Are They Now: Alyson McFadden, MSOT ‘22

Fashion Friday: Audiology Faculty

Top 10 Reasons to Enroll in the Occupational Therapy Program

February

Drexel University by the Numbers

Audiology Assistant Professor, Dr. Aaron Roman, Receives Award

Why I Chose Speech-Language Pathology: Straight from the Mouths of Students

Fashion Friday: Salus University Leadership

Students at Leisure: Edesthele Decius ‘26OD

Where Are They Now: Sultana Abdur-Raheem, MS ‘23

Program Spotlight: Orthotics and Prosthetics

Salus Phi Theta Epsilon Chapter Recognized by National Organization

Behind the Scenes at the Speech-Language Institute

January

Busting Common Healthcare Myths

Day in the Life of a Blindness and Low Vision Studies Professional

Young Alumni: Payton Burke, AuD ‘21

Salus University Programs Shine in 2024 Top Jobs and Healthcare Jobs Rankings

Young Alumni: Mikenzie Mikkelson, MMS '21

Where Are They Now: Max Manson, MS ‘19

New Provost Brings Unparalleled Experience and Expertise

Salus Hosts Over 80 Academic Advisors For Regional Meeting

New Year, Continued Innovation: University Development Day

Orthotics & Prosthetics Director Dr. Chad Duncan Named to Fulbright Specialist Roster

Speech-Language Pathology Faculty Appointed Leadership Role in Augmentative and Alternative Communication Society

In Memoriam: Dr. Algernon Phillips

Discovering Careers in Blindness and Low Vision Studies