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Drexel keeps expanding

Since the unexpected death of Constantine Papadakis, Drexel University has had to cope with some major changes. Not only did they lose a great leader, but the next President was constantly reminded of the big shoes he had to fill.

Enter John Fry.

Since Fry took the helm almost 1 year ago, Drexel continues to pop up frequently in both local and national news for its next plan/strategy. One big goal that was already announced, is that Drexel plans to start expanding east toward Center City.

Here’s a good step in that direction.

New Development … In Camden?

That’s right. You heard correctly.

Rutgers-Camden will be adding a new multipurpose structure to its campus; the first since 1989. It will consist of 12 stories, 102 separate graduate student units, and 7,000 sq ft of retail space on the bottom floor. The school currently has over 6,000 students (its highest ever) and seems to only be getting bigger.

Feel free to read more here.

North Broad Update

I had written about this project in the past, but this article gives greater detail into what this exciting new project will include.

For all of you foodies out there, it looks like Osteria will now have 2 more solid options for neighbors. On top of that, the new apartments should help bring more commercial investment to the immediate area.