The following message was sent to campus by Drake University President Marty Martin on Feb. 18, 2026. For the full obituary and service details, visit: Ilesfuneralhomes.com. It is with deep sadness that I share the passing of Billie Lee Ray, a dear friend, benefactor, alumna of Drake University, and former First Lady of Iowa. Mrs....
Drake University Theatre Arts is proud to kick off the spring semester with a double feature of student-directed works, one of which will be the stage premiere of an original full-length musical written by Drake University students. About the Productions Thompson’s LuckWritten by Harry Greenwood Grover and directed by Drake University student Jacob Burns, this emotionally charged...
This Q&A is part of the story series Voices of Drake that highlights the diversity, ambition, and passion of the incredible people who make up our campus community. In recognition and celebration of Black History Month, we will be sharing a collection of interviews to spotlight Black voices in our community. This week’s story highlights Business Law...
Event connects students, business leaders in exploring ethical leadership and social responsibility Driven by the belief that business should be more than a pursuit of profit, Drake University’s Zimpleman College of Business will host the 2026 Business for Good Summit on Feb. 27 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Drake’s Olmsted Center. The event...
Drake University’s The Comparison Project, in conjunction with the Iowa Interfaith Exchange, will host Roads to Religion on Feb. 15 from 3–5 p.m. in the Olmsted Center on Drake University’s campus. The event is free and open to the public. Roads to Religion will feature dozens of local religious communities, collectively representing more than 10...
This Q&A is part of the story series Voices of Drake that highlights the diversity, ambition, and passion of the incredible people who make up our campus community. In recognition and celebration of Black History Month, we will be sharing a collection of interviews to spotlight Black voices in our community. This week’s story highlights Drake junior Natasia...
Drake University is pleased to announce the appointment of Hope Bibens as the next dean of Cowles Library. Bibens, who currently serves as the associate dean of the library, will assume her new role on July 1, 2026. The appointment was approved by the Drake University Board of Trustees during their January executive session following a recommendation from University leadership. As dean, Bibens will...
Forget Punxsutawney Phil, next Monday, Feb. 2, as the nation turns its eyes to Pennsylvania for Groundhog Day, Drake University is launching a spirited new tradition with the inaugural “Griff-Hog Day.” Students, alumni, and fans will gather at Drake Stadium to hear the Griff-Hog’s exclusive prediction on whether the 116th Drake Relays will see clear skies and warm...
Drake University is pleased to announce the selection of Joseph M. Valenzano III as the University’s next provost. Valenzano, an accomplished academic leader and communication scholar, currently serves as the Dean of the College of Communication at Butler University. He will officially begin his duties at Drake on July 1, 2026, upon the planned retirement...
Following the success of its semester study abroad cohort programs, DU Spain and DU England, Drake University is launching its third cohort program, DU Korea, in Seoul, South Korea. Beginning in Spring 2027, Drake students will be able to spend a semester in Seoul alongside Drake peers through a partnership with WorldStrides and Konkuk University....