Donovan McCarney College: John Dee Bright College Major: Integrated Arts, Sciences, and Humanities Hometown: Des Moines, Iowa Q: Why did you choose to attend Drake? A: Drake has always been a very prestigious college that I never thought I would be able to attend and after being out of school for 13 years. I really...
Expansion made possible by $530,000 in grants to The Ray Center at Drake University The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center at Drake University—the global hub for CHARACTER COUNTS!—is proud to announce that new early childhood resources were provided to 1,687 early childhood and kindergarten classrooms in Polk County. With this expansion, the program’s reach...
Peggy Fisher and Larry Stelter will receive the prestigious Drake Medal award. Drake University will award 1,230 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees at its 2025 spring commencement ceremonies. Drake will host the undergraduate ceremony at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, and the graduate and doctoral ceremony will follow at 2 p.m. Both ceremonies will...
Previously Morehouse Residence Hall, the new center is home to 150+ student organizations Drake University is pleased to announce the grand opening of the new Johansen Student Center, formerly known as Morehouse Residence Hall. The student center is a gathering space for more than 150 student-led organizations and a launch pad for the next generation...
National survey ranks four Drake programs among the top programs in the U.S. Drake University has been ranked among the top graduate schools in the nation according to the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Graduate Schools Rankings. The national survey ranked the University in four programs and more than 10 specialties in law,...
Drake University’s Zimpleman College of Business is pleased to announce the second annual Business for Good Summit, set to take place on Friday, May 2, at the Olmsted Center on Drake’s campus. This year’s summit, sponsored by SGS, will bring together thought leaders and practitioners to explore the intersection of business and positive societal impact....
From road races, Beautiful Bulldogs, and athletic feats to family-friendly activities, alumni parties, and on-campus events, there is something for everyone during the 2025 Drake Relays presented by Xtream powered by Mediacom. To help you plan your ultimate Drake Relays experience, we’ve put together this comprehensive guide with the full relay rundown for the community,...
The annual alumni awards recognize outstanding Drake University alumni for their accomplishments and contributions to the Drake community. The Drake University National Alumni Association Board of Directors announced today the 2025 recipients of its annual Alumni Awards. Recipients of this year’s awards include accomplished business leaders, a news media executive, community leaders, and entrepreneurs. The...
A national search for Drake’s next provost is set to begin in the fall After nearly a decade of service to Drake University, Provost Sue Mattison has announced her plans to retire at the end of the 2025–2026 academic year. A national search for Drake’s next provost will begin at the start of the Fall...
Drake University’s Donald V. Adams Leadership Institute received top honors from NASPA, showcasing the University’s commitment to student leadership development and success. The Adams Leadership Institute was selected by NASPA, the national association for student affairs professionals in higher education, as the Gold Award Winner and the Grand Silver Award Winner (the highest award tier)...