This year’s Alumni Loyalty Award recipients, a trio of Knapp Center regulars, maintain strong ties with Drake and each other. The vitality of a university is best viewed by examining the success and achievements of its alumni. Drake University and the National Alumni Association Board of Directors are proud to honor exceptional graduates each year...
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5 Things to Do While You’re Back for Drake Relays
Make the most of your Relays visit with these tips on opportunities you should not miss. There’s so much happening during Relays week that it can be tough to prioritize. We’re here to help: Drop by the Alumni House Built in 1901, the Drake Alumni House first served as the home of Mary Carpenter and...
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Desert Bulldog inducted in Ring of Honor
As Drake alumnus and “The Voice of the Suns” Al McCoy, FA’54, accepts a place in the Phoenix Suns’ Ring of Honor, he reflects on the Drake experiences that helped launch him into the professional broadcasting world.
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Women’s Basketball caps historic season
The Bulldogs dominated the Missouri Valley Conference, excelled academically, and made their first trip to the NCAA Tournament since 2007.
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The Caldbeck Challenge
Inspiring love for Drake University is nothing new for Diane Caldbeck, ED’72, associate vice president for alumni and development. This year, Diane’s commitment to Drake takes a new form as “The Caldbeck Challenge” will be used for the first time to inspire participation during All In, the University’s 24-hour giving campaign on April 4-5.
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Drake homepage gets a new look
In 20 years, www.drake.edu has been redesigned 9 times. On Saturday, Feb. 4, Drake launched design number 10.
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Super Bowl LI and Professor Edrington? You bet!
Alumni flocked back to campus for a chance to analyze the biggest advertising game of the year—and go back to class with their favorite associate professor of marketing.
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A woman of firsts
At 16, Elaine Graham Estes, BN’53, ushered in the integration of Drake on-campus housing. That was just the beginning of a long list of achievements and accomplishments.
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7 things in 2017
Campus is taking a new shape and exciting things are happening. Don’t miss these top 7 things to happen at Drake University in 2017.