Drake University’s Keys to Excellence Piano Series opens its 2026–2027 season on Friday, Sept. 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Sheslow Auditorium with a concert by duo pianists Réne Lecuona and Alan Huckleberry. Admission is free and open to the public. Lecuona and Huckleberry, both professors of piano at the Voxman School of Music at the...
The Drake University Board of Trustees is pleased to welcome four new members to its ranks: Alan M. Byers, John Farmer, Ernest J. Newborn II, and Steve Sukup. Approved by the Board earlier this year, the incoming trustees officially began their initial three-year term of service on July 1, 2026. “It is a privilege to...
Visit the Varied Industries Building for exclusive merchandise and to meet Drake faculty, student-athletes, and coaches As fairgoers gather to celebrate America’s 250th birthday and honor Iowa’s heritage, Drake University is bringing Bulldog spirit to the 2026 Iowa State Fair, running August 13–23. Located at Booth 332 in the William C. Knapp Varied Industries Building,...
Drake University student Tess Meggison, alongside her teammate and longtime friend Campbell Valline of Iowa State University, won first place at the 17th annual Washington Media Scholars Foundation (WMSF) Media Plan Case Competition, each securing a $5,000 scholarship. Meggison and Valline were awarded top prize after presenting their data-driven campaign to a panel of top...
Jones to return to Washington D.C. to reengage in national policy work Originally appointed on July 1, 2024, as the 22nd dean of Drake Law School, Roscoe Jones has announced his tenure as dean will conclude on Aug. 7, 2026. “After two wonderful years leading the Law School at Drake, my wife and I have...
Six Drake University graduates share their personal experiences about their time on campus. Their diverse stories include examples of the connections they made and the experiences they had during their academic careers. View the collection of spotlights.
Ella RotherCollege: College of Arts and Sciences, Zimpleman College of BusinessMajors: Graphic Design and MarketingHometown: Farmington, Minnesota. Q: Why did you choose to attend Drake? A: I chose Drake because the minute I stepped on campus, it felt right. Then, after meeting Griff II, it truly felt like home. That was it for me. Q:...
Brittany OrtegaCollege: College of Pharmacy & Health SciencesMajor: Public HealthHometown: Norwalk, Iowa Q: Why did you choose to attend Drake? A: I chose Drake because of the incredible community here. My sister is a Drake graduate and watching her have such a wonderful experience made me want to be a part of it, too. Knowing...
Keira O’BrienCollege: College of Arts and SciencesMajor: Law, Politics, and Society (LPS)Hometown: Oak Lawn, Illinois Q: Why did you choose to attend Drake? A: I chose Drake because of the Law, Politics, and Society major—it was a program I really didn’t see anywhere else. And the faculty was absolutely amazing when I first came. Those...
Tiya (Ty) WallsCollege: Zimpleman College of BusinessMajor: Information SystemsHometown: Chicago Q: Why did you choose to attend Drake? A: I chose to attend Drake because of the school’s traditions and the ability to move freely through the curriculum. I also really wanted to be a part of the Crew Scholars Program—that was a big draw...