Fifty Bulldogs of all shapes and sizes competed on April 23 for the title of “Beautiful Bulldog” at the 33rd annual pageant helping to kick off Drake Relays Week. Tyson, a 2-year-old male bulldog, took the crown. His Under Armour shirt was spot on with its phrase “I won’t lose.” Tyson belongs to Tyler and...
Owners Kevin, LW’11, and Erin Bell use mascot’s fame to create better lives for neglected and abused bulldogs At Drake basketball games, there’s a sight that’s come to be just as anticipated as the trademark blue filling the stands: Porterhouse, the University’s live mascot, gleefully leading the Bulldogs onto the court. With an intense focus...
Students initiate projects that enhance their Drake experience and that of future generations When Terrace Court dining hall closed its doors in spring 2010, University officials had a decision to make: what to do with the 3,000 square-foot space in the lower level of Olmsted Center. Instead of speed-dialing architects and designers, members of Drake’s...
Drake’s student athletes are some of the young adults who are going to change the world. And guiding them along the way is a responsibility that Drake’s head coaches and Hatfield Clubb take seriously.
Students gain research experience through DUSCI
Jennifer McCrickerd, associate professor of philosophy, was recently selected as an American Association of Philosophy Teachers Teaching Fellow.
Three professors of music from China will visit Drake University April 18-20; they will give several free, public performances.
The Drake University Conference on Undergraduate Research in the Sciences will feature student research projects on April 12.
Drake University was recently named to the 2012 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the first time.
Four senior art and design students will be part of a group exhibition, titled "Verge", showcasing their recent work in preparation for graduation.