Renae Chesnut, dean of the Drake University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, spoke with Pharmacy Careers about the college’s learner-centered teaching, opportunities for diverse experiences, and advice for graduating students.
Author: Aaron Jaco (Aaron Jaco)
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Drake third in Midwest in U.S. News 2017 rankings
For the eighth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Drake University third for overall quality among universities in the Midwest.
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Cortical Visual Impairment in children
Cortical visual impairment (CVI) is the leading cause of visual impairment in children in developed countries. Jayna Fischbach, assistant professor of occupational therapy, co-wrote this piece on how occupational therapists can help identify CVI.
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‘Death and Dying’ series continues with lecture on Jewish bioethics
The Comparison Project at Drake University resumes its two-year series on Death and Dying with a Sept. 15 lecture on Jewish bioethics.
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The tattoo on your body might not really be yours
A recent spate of lawsuits involving celebrities, athletes, and even small business owners makes it clear—the tattoo on your body may not belong to you. Shontavia Johnson, director of the Intellectual Property Law Center at Drake University Law School, discusses this developing area of law.
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Nobel laureate to present Harkin Institute’s Sussman Lecture on child labor issues
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kailash Satyarthi will deliver a free public lecture, “The Child Labor Epidemic: a Pattern of Poverty and Illiteracy,” on Sept. 19.
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Two Drake publications are Pacemaker finalists
Two of Drake University’s student-produced publications are contenders for the nation’s most competitive award for collegiate journalism.
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Ace the transition from full-time worker to full-time student
Kara Blanchard, assistant dean of admission and financial aid at Drake Law School, offers extensive advice for making a successful transition from full-time employee to full-time student.
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The BIG Dream Gathering at Drake University
A free event on Sept. 6 will provide a fun, safe, and encouraging environment for people of all ages to think about their big dreams and ideas, write them down, and help one another make those dreams a reality.
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Noted pianist to stage comeback concert with help of Drake University students
A noted pianist and composer will make his proud return to the concert stage for the first time in more than 15 years thanks in part to the efforts of Drake students.