$1 million gift from Patty and Jim Cownie will support new programming and initiatives Drake University is excited to announce a generous $1 million gift from Patty and Jim Cownie that will allow the Ron and Jane Olson Institute for Public Democracy to establish the Patty and Jim Cownie Practitioner in Residence program. The Cownie’s gift to The Ones: Drake’s Campaign for the Brave & Bold will fund the creation of a Practitioner in Residence position at the recently established Institute. The Cownies have now committed more than $3.9 million to Drake University for various academic building projects and programs,...
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Lehman Named APhA-APPM Fellow
The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) has announced that Nic Lehman, PharmD, BCACP, associate professor of pharmacy practice in Drake University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS), was selected as a 2024 Fellow by the APhA-APPM (American Pharmacists Association – Academy of Pharmacy Practice and Management). Lehman will be presented with the award during this year’s APhA Annual Meeting, scheduled to take place from March 22–24, 2024, in Orlando, Florida. This honor serves as a testament to Lehman’s exceptional professional accomplishments and his unwavering commitment to advancing the pharmacy profession through outstanding service. Lehman’s commitment to Drake University spans thirteen...
School of Journalism and Mass Communication
SJMC Monday Memo – Feb. 12, 2024
Drake Broadcasting System updates Looking for ways to get involved with DBS? Here are some opportunities. Reach out to Erica Sawyer at erica.sawyer@drake.edu for more information. High School summer camp registration open Registration is open for our Media Now high school journalism summer camp. The camp runs July 8-11, 2024. Media Now at Drake University gives students and advisers a single-track to immerse themselves in the three-night, four-day overnight camp experience. Participate in hands-on projects and showcase them in a campus-wide awards ceremony to cap off our time together. It’s an awesome opportunity to deep dive into that area of...
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Ornelas One of Five National Air Force Scholarships
Paula Ornelas, a third-year PharmD student, is one of five recipients in the nation selected for the United States Air Force Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP). This prestigious scholarship aims to support aspiring healthcare professionals across the nation. The scholarship covers a wide array of expenses, including tuition, fees, textbooks, essential equipment, and living expenses. Upon accepting the scholarship, Ornelas was commissioned into the United States Air Force with the rank of Second Lieutenant. This commission not only symbolizes her dedication to serving in the Air Force but also marks the beginning of a promising journey within the healthcare system....
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Drake Clinical Psychopharmacology Master’s Program Receives Designation Status from the APA
Drake University is proud to announce that its Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology program has achieved designation status from the American Psychological Association (APA). This recognition underscores the program’s commitment to excellence in education, training, and professional development in the field of clinical psychopharmacology. The APA’s designation serves as a mark of distinction, recognizing programs that meet or exceed rigorous standards set forth by the association. Drake University’s commitment to maintaining the highest level of academic and clinical standards has resulted in this prestigious recognition, highlighting the program’s dedication to producing highly qualified professionals in the field of clinical...
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Andreski Receives IPA Legislative Champion Award
Dr. Michael Andreski, an associate professor of pharmacy practice in Drake University’s College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (CPHS), received the Iowa Pharmacy Association’s (IPA) Legislative Champion Award. He was honored with this award during the IPA Pharmacy Day on the Hill on January 24, 2024. Through the Legislative Champion Award, the Iowa Pharmacy Association recognizes a member each year who has made a unique and significant contribution to IPA’s advocacy efforts. Andreski has been a leader for pharmacists, academics, and public officials through his advocacy efforts and data analysis. During the 2023 Iowa Legislative Session, Andreski educated legislators on the Health...
Drake University to Host 2024 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders
Drake University is proud to announce its selection as an Institute Partner for the 2024 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. Beginning in mid-June, Drake University will host 25 of Africa’s bright, emerging business leaders for a six-week Leadership Institute, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. The Mandela Washington Fellowship, the flagship program of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), empowers young African leaders through academic coursework, leadership training, mentoring, networking, professional opportunities, and local community engagement. “We are thrilled to once again host the Mandela Washington Fellowship as an Institute Partner, welcoming some of the brightest young...
Voices of Drake: Ruwayda Egal
This Q&A is part of the story series Voices of Drake that highlights the diversity, ambition, and passion of the incredible people who make up our campus community. In recognition and celebration of Black History Month, we will be sharing a collection of interviews to spotlight Black voices in our community. This week’s story introduces Drake senior and Student Body President Ruwayda Egal, who is double majoring in Spanish and Law, Politics, and Society, and minoring in International Relations. Tell us about yourself.My name is Ruwayda Egal. I am a senior from Saint Paul, Minnesota, studying Law, Politics, and Society,...
Law School News
Drake University Law School Welcomes Back Recent Alumna as Director of Academic Success
Drake University Law School is pleased to announce Ashley Madsen as the new Director of Academic Success. Ashley’s appointment follows the promotion of Elizabeth Battles to Dean of Student Services. Ashley’s journey into the legal world began while she was an undergraduate student working as an AmeriCorps Representative at Iowa Legal Aid, where she worked in the pro se divorce and custody clinic. Her commitment to helping others was a perfect match for a career in the legal field, so she decided to pursue her passion through law school. As a first-generation law student at Drake Law School, Ashley made...
Law School News
Drake University Law School Promotes Elizabeth Battles to Assistant Dean of Student Services
Drake University Law School is pleased to announce Elizabeth (Liz) Battles as the new Assistant Dean of Student Services. Liz’s appointment follows the departure of the previous dean, Erin Lee Schneider. Liz earned her bachelor’s and Juris Doctor degree from the University of Iowa. She began her legal career at the Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence, where she served as the Skylark Project Director, offering services and assistance to incarcerated survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. She remained in this position for over 12 years. Liz joined Drake Law School in 2022 as the director of academic success. In...