Through the heavy rains in early June, Drake sustained water damage in eight campus buildings during the recent 2008 Iowa floods.
Author: Carl Olsen (Carl Olsen)
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Drake welcomes prospective students for Iowa Private College Week
Spike, Drake's 25-foot-tall mascot, greets visitors as they enter the campus during Iowa Private College Week.
‘Honky Tonk Laundry’ to be performed at Drake
The new country hit musical tells the story of Katie and Lana Mae, who are up to their elbows in soapsuds and cheatin' boyfriends at the Wishy Washy Washateria.
Drake Law School receives national award for professionalism
The American Bar Association has recognized Drake Law School for its "innovative and integrated approach to teaching legal ethics and professionalism."
2008 James McMahon Institute
Hidden Curriculum: The Keys to Understanding Issues that Affect Student Success
Drake to hold workshop for teachers of students with intellectual disabilities
Middle school teachers and their students will benefit from the James McMahon Institute's summer workshop offered by Drake's School of Education.
Drake students help theatre company after fire destroys costumes
Drake theatre students have used their craftsmanship and free time to create costumes for the Lost Colony in Manteo, N.C.
LSU, Florida State capture team titles at NCAA Track and Field Championships
Walter Dix won his third consecutive 200-meter title helping Florida State capture its third straight men's team crown Saturday at the NCAA Track and Field Championships at Drake Stadium.
Prof. Kash choreographs musical ‘Open Heart’ in Off Broadway series
Drake Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre Karla Kash is choreographing the musical "Open Heart" as part of the summer Way Off Broadway series at the Stephen Sondheim Center in Fairfield, Iowa.