Marketing students from Drake University and Creighton University traveled to Minnetonka, Minn., Nov. 15–17 for the sixth annual Murphy Cup, a marketing student case competition. Students worked in teams to develop strategies for positioning the corporate brand for UnitedHealth Group, the largest healthcare company in the world and the fifth-ranked company on the 2018 Fortune 500. “The opportunity...
Author: Ashton Hockman (Ashton Hockman)
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The Evolution of the Bulldog
The Evolution of the Bulldog We all have a special place in our hearts for Bulldogs, but did you know that Drake University has a live mascot in addition to our traditional mascot? And how exactly does the Beautiful Bulldog Contest winner fit into the equation? Well, we’re here to clarify how there’s room for...
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Bulldogs are Everywhere
You’ve heard it a hundred times: Bulldogs are everywhere! Nowhere does that statement ring truer than on the Internet. If you’re connected to the web, you’re connected to your fellow Drake alumni from all around the world. Use the links below to get started. Alumni Social Media Follow us online to see alumni spotlights, news, and...
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Alumni Profile: DeCarlos Love
From Iowa to Silicon Valley DeCarlos Love, AS’06, has had a unique career trajectory, bouncing him around the United States with several big-brand companies. He remembers exactly where his journey began: in a Drake classroom. A visit from the CIO of Principal Financial led to his first job out of college. The CIO spoke in...
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Celebrate the holidays with Drake’s Madrigal Dinners
Drake University’s Chamber Choir will present their annual Madrigal Dinners on Saturday, Dec. 1, and Sunday, Dec. 2. This interactive, holiday celebration is the perfect way to share an evening of great food, drink, music, and laughter with friends and family. The dinner will start at 7 p.m. on Saturday and 5 p.m. on Sunday...
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Support from Community Leaders
Throughout the week President Martin has received many statements expressing support for our Drake community as we struggle with the racial incidents that have occurred on campus. These are an affirmation of the powerful connection that exists between Drake and Greater Des Moines. Thank you to all of the students, staff, and faculty who have...
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Standing Together: A Message from President Martin
Dear students and colleagues, Events of the last few days have reminded us—if we needed reminding—that we still have a lot of work to do to create the welcoming and supportive community we aspire to be at Drake University for all of our students. The racist note slipped under a student’s door followed by the...
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Enjoy music, dancing, and laughs at Drake Theatre’s performance of “Nice Work If You Can Get It”
The Drake University Department of Theatre Arts will present Nice Work If You Can Get It, a new musical featuring the classic songs of George and Ira Gershwin, from Nov. 15–18. Performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 15–17, and 2 p.m. on Nov. 18 in the Performing Arts Hall of the Harmon Fine...