The Comparison Project at Drake University resumes its two-year series on Death and Dying with a Sept. 15 lecture on Jewish bioethics.
Category: ArtSci News
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Noted pianist to stage comeback concert with help of Drake University students
A noted pianist and composer will make his proud return to the concert stage for the first time in more than 15 years thanks in part to the efforts of Drake students.
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Lisa West publishes essay on integrating early-1800s novel into course curricula
Lisa West, associate professor of English, is one of several faculty members across different universities participating in a scholarship and pedagogy project designed to re-integrate little known authors and out-of-print texts into the classroom.
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Ambassador Darci Vetter to speak at Drake University
Members of the public are invited to a free talk by Drake University alumna Darci Vetter, chief agricultural negotiator for the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, on July 27.
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Sociology professor’s new book examines conflict, compromise in organic food industry
A new book by Drake University Associate Professor of Sociology Michael Haedicke explores how farmers, small business owners, regulators, and other stakeholders navigate conflict in the organic food industry.
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Young African leaders to study business and entrepreneurship in Des Moines
Drake will host 25 young African leaders this summer for an intensive six-week Fellowship program focusing on business and entrepreneurship. The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
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In memory of “Doc” Coleman, alumni embrace endless possibilities
Drake University will dedicate William S.E. Coleman Studio Theatre in honor of one of the university's most longstanding and beloved theatre professors. Coleman, who passed away last year, taught at Drake for 36 years.
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Thank you for going All In!
Any way you interpret it, the Drake community gave in record numbers this year.
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Zenith Chamber Music Festival returns with free performances in Des Moines
Zenith Chamber Music Festival returns August 16-20 with free concerts in venues including the Salisbury House, Jasper Winery, Des Moines Art Center, and Drake University’s Sheslow Auditorium.
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Drake alumnus accepted to JET Program
Recent Drake alumnus Jason Withington will teach English in Japan for up to five years as a participant in the JET Program.