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A photo of the crowd of graduates in blue Commencement gowns

At 91制片厂鈥檚 2026 Commencement, A New Era Begins

Jun 15, 2026

The first University-wide Commencement with 91制片厂 President Antonio Merlo, PhD, featured advice, recognition, life lessons and a special Italian phrase.

Moogega Cooper speaking at a podium at Drexel's Commencement.

10 Memorable Quotes from 91制片厂鈥檚 2026 Commencement

Jun 12, 2026

The speakers at the June 11 University-wide ceremony shared important life advice, words of encouragement 鈥� and lessons in Italian and sword-making.

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WPVI-TV (6-abc)

Apr 16, 2026

The inauguration of Antonio Merlo as Drexel鈥檚 16th president was featured in April 16 WPVI-TV (6-abc), KYW-TV (CBS-3) and WCAU-TV (NBC-10) newscasts, as well as a story in The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Higher Ed Dive

Feb 23, 2026

President Antonio Merlo was featured in a Feb. 23 Higher Ed Dive interview about Drexel鈥檚 academic transformation and his vision to make the university a global leader in experiential education.

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