ADVISORY/New and Old Traditions to Be Celebrated at Drexel's Founders Day and Convocation.

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ADVISORY...for Tuesday (October 7)

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What:     In higher education, convocation marks the formal beginning
          of the new academic year. Convocation's pageantry and
          symbolism are reflected in the cap and gown worn by
          professors. At Drexel, Convocation is held on Founders Day
          to honor the combined histories of the three institutions
          that form today's Drexel University.

          Drexel will introduce two new traditions this year. Students
          and professors will walk across campus in a colorful
          procession. Provost Harvill Eaton will award his Medal of
          Excellence to an undergraduate, graduate and doctoral
          student in recognition of their academic success.

          The Drexel University ROTC will present the Colors as The
          Star-Spangled Banner is sung. The Drexel University vocal
          jazz ensemble and chorus will each perform. Following
          Convocation, a gala reception will be held in the Great
          Court in the Main Building.

When:     Tuesday, October 7, 2003, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Where:    Procession -- Drexel Quad (Between 32nd & 33rd and Market &
          Chestnut streets) Convocation -- Main Building auditorium
          (32nd & Chestnut streets)
          Reception -- Great Court in the Main Building (32nd &
          Chestnut streets)

Visuals:  Formal procession through campus and into the Main
          Building ... The faculty in its academic regalia ...
          Presentation of the Colors ... Performances of the chorus
          and jazz ensemble ... The awarding of the Provost's Medals.