The Johansen Skills Assessment Laboratory opened its doors with a special reception on Oct. 4. This new, state-of-the-art learning space, made possible by a lead gift from Greg Johansen, PH’76 to distinctlyDrake, allows students, faculty, and staff to collaborate and learn in a flexible and intellectually stimulating environment. “The Johansen Skills Assessment Laboratory enables faculty...
Author: Jeremy Sievers (Jeremy Sievers)
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Health care in 2014, a roundtable discussion
As the Affordable Care Act begins to take its course, many Americans are left with unanswered questions. In an effort to help educate Iowans on the new program, the Drake College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and Rahul Parsa, Principal Financial Group Distinguished Professor and professor of actuarial science and statistics, hosted a roundtable discussion...
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Drake graduate produces new TV show: “The Crazy Ones”
It turns out that art imitates life. A new CBS comedy series, “The Crazy Ones” starring Robin Williams, is based in part on John Montgomery’s real-life experiences during 33 years in advertising. After seven years working in collaboration with creator David E. Kelley, Montgomery, LA’79, experienced his first prime-time television debut as executive producer. The...
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Drake University named a 2014 Best Private College by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
Drake University has been named to the Kiplinger’s Personal Finance list of 100 best values in private colleges for 2014, coming in at No. 37. It is the only private university in Iowa on the list. The ranking cites four-year schools that combine outstanding education with economic value. Drake University and the other schools included...
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Chinese delegation visits Drake University
On Oct. 22, a delegation of high-ranking officials from Hebei Province and other governmental officials from China will visit Drake University to celebrate the special relationship between the University and China. The delegation is visiting Iowa to honor the 30th anniversary of the sister state relationship between Iowa and Hebei Province, and Drake University is...
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Shutdown’s effects felt on universities, courts in Iowa
An article discussing the effects of the government shutdown on Drake University.
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Professor Tom Rosburg receives federal funding for wetlands project
Tom Rosburg, professor of biology at Drake University, recently received federal grant funding from the National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in the amount of $94,283.
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Drake announces the Zimpleman Global Experiential Learning Fund
Drake University is delighted to announce the establishment of an endowed fund in support of global experiential learning. The Zimpleman Global Experiential Learning Fund is the result of a generous pledge to distinctlyDrake made by Kathleen, LA’76, and Larry, BN’73, GR’79, Zimpleman. “We are very grateful to Kathi and Larry Zimpleman for this transformative gift,”...
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Gerard M. Gallucci to speak on U.S. intelligence and foreign policy
On Oct. 21, Gerard (Jerry) Gallucci, diplomat-in-residence at Drake University, will lead a discussion titled “The Intelligence Community and U.S. Foreign Policy.” The lecture will begin at 7 p.m. in the Sussman Theater on Drake’s campus. Recent events, including the war in Syria and revelations about the National Security Agency’s activities, have highlighted issues concerning...
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Drake Athletics To Present $10,000 To Healthiest State Initiative
As hundreds of thousands of Iowans take part in Wednesday’s ‘Healthiest State Walk,’ the Drake University athletic department will bolster the Healthiest State Initiative’s cause with proceeds from the Hy-Vee Road Races at the Drake Relays. Drake Athletics will present a $10,000 check to the Healthiest State Initiative at approximately 2:15 p.m. on Wednesday (Oct....