Drexel InterView showcases University's liberal arts side
By: Ashley Friedrich
Issue date: 7/22/05 Section: News
Originally published: 7/22/05 at 2:11 AM EST
Last update: 7/22/05 at 2:11 AM EST
Originally published: 7/22/05 at 2:11 AM EST
Last update: 7/22/05 at 2:11 AM EST
Since the program inception, Levin commented on how much she has learned and feels her position with the InterView is "such a privilege" especially because of the people involved with the program. The University is setting the standard for this type of program in being the first to initiate informational interviews with renowned citizens. Levin acknowledges that the University "contributes to the community at large by having this show."
The intimacy of the Westphal Picture Gallery provides a unique setting for Dr. Paula Marantz Cohen to host this program which is sponsored by the Pennoni Honors College. She feels the InterView "offers a new strand to what [the University] is about - artistic and culturally savvy - showing it's not just a technology school." When asked if any of the guests have made a significant impact, Cohen felt it was difficult to single any out, but did allude to three which made a lasting impression.
Georges Perrier, World-renowned Chef and Restaurateur, Owner of Philadelphia's Le Bec Fin, was the first to interview on the program. Cohen felt his charm and extreme knowledge of food proved for a remarkable discussion.
Diane Ravitch, Historian of Education at New York University has written several books pertaining to issues in education, teaching and student involvement. Since Cohen is "from a family of teachers" she appreciated and enjoyed what Ravitch "had to say about the state of education."
Sarah Stolfa, a recent graduate of the University was honored as the grand prize winner in a photography contest sponsored by The New York Times Magazine. Her prized submission consisted of photographs of regulars at McGlinchey's Tavern which was featured at the Leonard Pearlstein Gallery on campus and the Nexus Gallery in Old City. The interview with Stolfa was "very insightful" Cohen mentioned.
What takes place behind the scenes is imperative to the success of the program. Chris Palo is Crew Chief for the Paul F. Harron Studio, which has been contracted to shoot for the InterView. Palo is in charge of organizing and coordinating the crew once the guests are booked. The crew consists of "a group of qualified students (4-6 depending on the nature of the shoot)" who with Palo's assistance "shoot and edit the shows together." This arrangement "outlines the students abilities and allows them to work on a professional level" Palo noted.
The intimacy of the Westphal Picture Gallery provides a unique setting for Dr. Paula Marantz Cohen to host this program which is sponsored by the Pennoni Honors College. She feels the InterView "offers a new strand to what [the University] is about - artistic and culturally savvy - showing it's not just a technology school." When asked if any of the guests have made a significant impact, Cohen felt it was difficult to single any out, but did allude to three which made a lasting impression.
Georges Perrier, World-renowned Chef and Restaurateur, Owner of Philadelphia's Le Bec Fin, was the first to interview on the program. Cohen felt his charm and extreme knowledge of food proved for a remarkable discussion.
Diane Ravitch, Historian of Education at New York University has written several books pertaining to issues in education, teaching and student involvement. Since Cohen is "from a family of teachers" she appreciated and enjoyed what Ravitch "had to say about the state of education."
Sarah Stolfa, a recent graduate of the University was honored as the grand prize winner in a photography contest sponsored by The New York Times Magazine. Her prized submission consisted of photographs of regulars at McGlinchey's Tavern which was featured at the Leonard Pearlstein Gallery on campus and the Nexus Gallery in Old City. The interview with Stolfa was "very insightful" Cohen mentioned.
What takes place behind the scenes is imperative to the success of the program. Chris Palo is Crew Chief for the Paul F. Harron Studio, which has been contracted to shoot for the InterView. Palo is in charge of organizing and coordinating the crew once the guests are booked. The crew consists of "a group of qualified students (4-6 depending on the nature of the shoot)" who with Palo's assistance "shoot and edit the shows together." This arrangement "outlines the students abilities and allows them to work on a professional level" Palo noted.
