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Justin Vickers lecture, performance postponed until March 1

Update: Lyric tenor Justin Vickers’ lecture-recital has been postponed to 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 1, due to illness. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to see you at the event, which will remain in Sheslow Auditorium. On Feb. 1, Drake University will host a guest lecture-recital featuring acclaimed lyric tenor Justin Vickers. The event—Britten,...

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Accepting Applications for MS in Counseling

Drake University’s Master of Science in Counseling program offers specialties in mental health counseling, rehabilitation counseling and school counseling.  All students complete a core set of classes in one or more of the specialization areas. The program is designed for working adults. Classes are held on Drake’s campus on evenings and weekends, so you can continue to...

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Successful J-Term Comes To A Close

The first J-Term at Drake University is wrapping up and the School of Education had much to offer. While some education students used Drake’s new January Term to catch up on credits, others enrolled in overseas courses that are brand new to the Drake Curriculum. Within the School of Education, students could pursue course offerings...

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Robert D. Ray Collection added to Drake archives

Cowles Library recently acquired the personal papers of former Iowa Governor Robert D. Ray, BN’52, LW’54. The 19-box set, named the Robert D. Ray Collection, contains a wide variety of Ray’s personal papers and correspondence. Ray served as the 38th governor of Iowa for 14 years, during which he issued executive orders promoting civil rights,...

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“Jennifer Angus: Magpie Tendencies” now on display at the Anderson Gallery

“Jennifer Angus: Magpie Tendencies” now on display at the Anderson Gallery

Exhibition by Wisconsin-based artist Jennifer Angus blends contemporary art and entomology, with a touch of humor, runs at the Anderson Gallery through February 22. Just over ten years ago, Jennifer Angus was researching traditional textile design in Thailand when she encountered the use of iridescent green beetle wings on a tribal garment. Similar to a...

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Registration for Spring Still Open

The spring term starts January 28 and registration for courses is still open.  Most graduate level degree programs are part-time programs designed to meet the needs of working professionals.  The majority of courses are offered in an evening, weekend or online format.  Students can take up to seven credit hours before needing to apply and...