ITS staff are aware of and investigating reports of wireless connectivity issues, which may cause the inability to connect to the eduroam and DUguest networks. Individuals who are currently connected should not disconnect, or they may not be able to get back online. Wired connections are not impacted at this time. We’ll provide updates as we work to resolve this issue. If you’re being impacted by this issue, contact the ITS Support Center by entering a Network Issue ticket or by calling 515-271-3001.
School of Journalism and Mass Communication
SJMC Monday Memo – April 1, 2024
SAA Fireside Chat Join the Student Alumni Association for a Fireside Chat April 4 with House Minority Leader and Drake SJMC associate professor Jennifer Konfrst. This event is at 7pm in the Reading Room of Cowles Library. Light refreshments will be provided. Reach out to emerson.whittemore@drake.edu with any questions! Register here. SPJ has launched SJMC students Seth Coughlin and Reno Valentino have reinvigorated our Society of Professional Journalists chapter. Currently, they are holding meetings weekly on Thursdays at 5 p.m. in Meredith 124C. Relays SJMC Celebration and Meredith Unveiling Gather your friends for the annual Drake Relays SJMC alumni reception...
Official News ReleasesZimpleman College of Business
2024 Social Impact Awards for Research and Outreach winners unveiled by Zimpleman College of Business
The 2024 winners of the Social Impact Research and Outreach Awards were announced today by Drake University’s Zimpleman College of Business. This annual program recognizes college faculty and staff who tackle pressing issues facing society through their scholarship, and work in the community and around the globe. Each of the five winning submissions will receive an award made possible by Larry and Kathi Zimpleman—valued at $5,000—for their contributions to addressing one or more of a range of social and environmental topics. “These awards serve as a catalyst for our college to work on some of the biggest challenges we face as a...
Drake University announces winners of 2024 Alumni Awards
These awards recognize outstanding alumni for their accomplishments and contributions to the Drake community The Drake University National Alumni Association Board of Directors announced today the 2024 recipients of its annual Alumni Awards. Recipients of this year’s awards include accomplished Drake staff and faculty members, a career educator, a dedicated public servant, an up-and-coming CEO, and an entrepreneur and advocate for diversity and inclusion. The Drake University National Alumni Association will host the 2024 Alumni Awards on Thursday, April 25, at 5:15 p.m. at Sheslow Auditorium in Old Main. “Our alumni play an integral role in the ongoing success and...
Keys to Excellence closes the season with virtuoso pianist Lori Sims
Lori Sims, Professor of Piano at Western Michigan University, will present the next concert of the Drake University Keys to Excellence Piano Series on Monday, April 8, at 7:30 p.m. in Sheslow Auditorium. Admission is free. The concert program features a tantalizing selection of predominantly French works: Professor Sims will also present a masterclass featuring Drake piano students on Sunday, April 7, at 4 p.m. in Sheslow Auditorium. Keys to Excellence Piano Series is supported by Drake University Jordan Concerts. For more information, contact Nicholas Roth at 515-321-5947 or nicholas.roth@drake.edu. KEYS TO EXCELLENCE PIANO SERIES 2023–2024: GARIK PEDERSEN – Eastern...
School of Journalism and Mass Communication
SJMC Monday Memo – March 25, 2024
Sign up for student agency crawl AAF of Des Moines is hosting an agency tour April 2. Students from across the state will have the opportunity to visit 4-5 agencies. At each location, students will meet and network with company team members, receive tours, and learn about award winning client work. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from all facets of an agency and meet account executives, creative directors, copywriters, digital media experts, content creators, PR leaders and more! Students will be put into groups and then given a final group schedule prior to the event. This is a...
Reminder: ITS routine maintenance tonight
Systems supported by ITS may be unavailable due to routine maintenance beginning at approximately 9:00 p.m. tonight until 1:00 a.m. tomorrow morning. For a full schedule of maintenance dates for 2024 please see www.drake.edu/its/maintenanceschedule/.
Law School Spotlights
2L Eric Wendel Lee II Selected for Baker McKenzie’s National Black Law Student Association Tax Mentor Program
Drake second-year student Eric Wendel Lee II is spending the spring semester as one of 30 mentees in Baker McKenzie’s 2024 National Black Law Student Association (NBLSA) Tax Mentor Program. This competitive program is designed to educate interested NBLSA members about careers in tax law. Eric learned of this opportunity through his active involvement with the National Black Law Student Association (NBLSA). Eric’s interest in tax law is fueled by a commitment to fostering economic empowerment and a desire to contribute meaningfully to equitable financial systems and advocate for fairness in taxation. He perceives taxation as a tool for societal...
School of Journalism and Mass Communication
SJMC Monday Memo – March 18, 2024
PRSSA to host Speed Networking Event Join PRSSA at their networking and resume critique event on Wednesday, March 27th from 5:00 to 6:30pm in Meredith Hall Room 124C. 10 Des Moines area communication professionals from a variety of industries will be there to connect and speak with students as well as review resumes. This event is open to all Drake students! Please RSVP at the link. Questions can be directed to Maria Heath maria.heath@drake.edu Learn about agency life Wednesday night Join PRSSA via Zoom this Wednesday at 6 p.m. for a session on agency life with Bridget Nelson Monroe. Bridget is a...