Timothy Johnson's graduate-level course reminds students to think outside the box.
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Bucksbaum lecturer brings spectacular perspective on climate change
James Balog's April 3 lecture will focus on his dazzling photographic study of glaciers.
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Comparison Project event to feature stories of cancer survivors
Two cancer survivors will share their stories of survivorship and caregiving during a special event hosted by Above + Beyond Cancer and The Comparison Project at Drake University. “Above + Beyond Cancer’s Journey to the High Himalaya: Creative Nonfiction Narratives of Recovery, Discovery, and Advocacy,” will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 7,...
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CANCELLED – Harvard leadership expert to speak at Drake
Update: The March 5 lecture by Harvard professor Barbara Kellerman has been cancelled due to inclement weather. We apologize for any inconvenience. Harvard professor and noted leadership expert Barbara Kellerman will deliver a free public lecture at Drake University on the future of leadership. “The End of Leadership—As We Know It” will begin at 7...
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Drake serves families locally, globally
Each year, nearly 2,600 Drake students engage in community-service and service-learning programs, contributing more than 135,000 hours of service valued at $2.8 million to the community.
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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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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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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
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...