<p>I’ll answer as an alum and as a parent of a current applicant.</p>
<p>Co-op was the single most important item on my resume when applying for a job during my senior year. While other applicants were trying to fill a 30-minute interview with descriptions of their student club affiliations or part-time jobs, I was able to recount my co-op projects and history of increasing responsibilities with my employer. My current employer has identified Drexel as a strategic source for new engineering hires.</p>
<p>I was never at a loss for on-campus activities during my time at Drexel. Concerts, the occasional basketball or hockey game, and general weekend social activities around campus.</p>
<p>When my son identified Drexel as an option for his intended major, I made sure to remain neutral so he could make his own decision. We did the official campus tour and then I gave him the extended tour or the surrounding areas. He chose to apply and now we’re waiting for a positive reply.</p>
<p>University City is well patrolled by Drexel & Penn security as well as the Philly police. In my opinion, campus is much safer today than during my years there. Of course, ‘street smarts’ are always a good idea in a city environment.</p>
<p>Is it the best school for everyone? Not at all. Is it worth considering? In my opinion, yes.</p>