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“Sustainability in Urban Environments” to be discussed at Drake conference

Community leaders and Drake faculty will discuss important environmental issues in a one-day conference, “Sustainability in Urban Environments.” The conference, part of Drake University’s Engaged Citizen Experience, is free and open to the public and will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 15 in the Olmsted Center’s Parents Hall. The afternoon’s events will...

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Times-Delphic wins nine awards

The Times-Delphic captured nine awards in the annual Iowa College Media Association contest, including first place for general excellence. The awards, for student-run newspapers published in the 2011-12 school year, were announced Thursday night at the association’s annual conference in downtown Des Moines. The T-D won: first place, general excellence first place, news story, staff...

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Drake announces fourth Troyer Research Fellow

Drake University recently selected Thomas Rosburg, professor of biology, as the Ronald Troyer Research Fellow for 2013-14. The fellowship was created in 2010 to recognize Ronald Troyer, who served as the University’s chief academic officer for nine years. Troyer is currently senior counselor for international initiatives at Drake. “This Fellowship honors Dr. Troyer’s lifetime of...

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Drake Pharmacy and Health Sciences Day focuses on disability awareness

Students in the Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences will host one-day event that focuses on providing services for individuals with disabilities. This year’s Pharmacy and Health Sciences Day begins at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 5, and features keynote speaker Dr. Thomas E. Pomeranz, president and CEO of University LifeStiles, a nationally acclaimed...

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Literacy Education Degree

Drake University offers one of Iowa’s only master’s degrees in literacy education, which focuses on 21st century strategies for improving reading skills. The part-time, non-thesis degree is for educators with a desire to lead K-12 school reading initiatives, become literacy coaches, or learn new strategies to assist struggling students. Enjoy weekend and online classes designed...

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New Professor in Education Leadership

In the fall 2013, the School of Education will welcome Dr. Trent Grundmeyer as an Assistant Professor in the Educational Leadership department.  Trent has experience teaching at the elementary and middle school levels and is currently serving as a high school principal for the last seven years. He was honored in 2006 with the Iowa...

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Drake Choir offers musical messages for Valentine’s Day

Surprise your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day with a special serenade and roses from the Drake University Choir. Each year, members of the Drake Choir personally deliver singing valentines throughout the Des Moines metro area to raise money for their international tours. Choir members travel in pairs to serenade and deliver roses to recipients at the...